HumanitZ

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"HumanitZ" is a role-playing game that offers various game modes, including single-player, multi-player, and co-op. In this open-world survival game, players must navigate a post-apocalyptic world filled with zombies and scavenge for resources to survive. The game features exceptional gameplay, good graphics, and awesome music, but can be very grinding and buggy. Players must decide whether to take risks in cities for better loot or survive off the land in the country.

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75%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,005 reviews

gameplay81 positive mentions

stability51 negative mentions

Great graphics and immersive environments that enhance the survival experience.
Engaging combat system with a variety of weapons and enemy types, making encounters thrilling.
Active developer support with regular updates and community engagement, showing commitment to improvement.

Clunky controls and camera movement that detracts from the overall gameplay experience.
Limited inventory management and crafting options, making resource management tedious.
Repetitive gameplay with a lack of clear objectives or endgame content, leading to a feeling of aimlessness.

gameplay
305 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
67%
7%
The gameplay of "Humanitz" has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its engaging survival mechanics, crafting, and base-building systems, which offer a fresh take on the zombie survival genre. However, criticisms highlight issues such as clunky controls, repetitive gameplay loops, and the need for further refinement in mechanics and bug fixes. Overall, while the game shows promise and potential for improvement, it currently struggles with balancing complexity and accessibility compared to established titles like "Project Zomboid."
- “Humanitz carves out a space for itself in the crowded zombie survival genre by emphasizing realistic survival mechanics, deep crafting, and extensive base building.”
- “The combination of tense zombie encounters, satisfying crafting mechanics, an amazing building system, and an open world teeming with challenges makes this a must-play for any survival fan.”
- “The gameplay is addictive and is a breath of fresh air in the survival genre.”
- “Can't build worth a damn in this game; I have to equip and unequip the hammer like 200 times, and even that's a 1/200 chance. I gave this game a chance, but it's so bad mechanically, glitchy, can't pick anything up, and I run at 165fps. Crazy that this is Unreal Engine 4 with such poor mechanics. You can't build even when you place an item and click mouse 1 to add materials; even if you have them, it won't go in.”
- “The combat is frustrating, the infection mechanic is terrible, and the game is just kind of boring.”
- “The game needs a lot of work and is likely years in early access from being anything playable or unique in terms of vision or gameplay.”
graphics
194 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
63%
6%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players praising their quality and detail, often comparing them favorably to those of Project Zomboid. While some users appreciate the immersive atmosphere and modern visuals, others criticize the graphics for being outdated or lacking polish, particularly in terms of optimization and camera control. Overall, the game shows potential for improvement, especially as it continues to develop in early access.
- “Graphics, the idea of the game, and the innovations that occur in the game make you want to spend as much time as possible in the game.”
- “Humanitz boasts impressive graphics that enhance the immersion.”
- “The graphics are so good, very impressed with the combat and gameplay.”
- “The graphics felt outdated and uninspired, which significantly detracted from the overall experience.”
- “I have the game's graphics settings set to medium and it still looks like a port from Game Boy Advance; you guys really need to hire someone who knows their stuff when it comes to Unreal Engine.”
- “The graphics are horrible, like it was made in 2005. The colors and textures are very washed out and lack vibrancy.”
story
90 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
84%
7%
The game's story aspect is currently minimal, with players noting a lack of depth and variety in quests, primarily revolving around a single mission to restore a radio tower. Many reviewers express a desire for more engaging narratives, side missions, and character interactions to enhance the gameplay experience. While the introduction of quests has added some engagement, the overall consensus is that the game needs significant story development and content expansion to maintain player interest.
- “The attention to detail is phenomenal, from the gritty atmosphere to the little touches like NPC interactions and environmental storytelling.”
- “The quests really elevate the game and make it unique.”
- “The narrative explores themes of resilience, sacrifice, and the indomitable human spirit, making the story all the more compelling.”
- “The game itself is unfinished - lacking different environments, locations, story, and original ideas.”
- “There is no story as of now, just mindless looting and crafting which honestly satisfies the hoarder inside of me.”
- “After about 30 hours in the game, it has become apparent the only thing I feel like this game is missing is a bit more story and adding side missions.”
stability
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
2%
89%
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with many players reporting numerous bugs and glitches that significantly hinder gameplay, such as freezing, unresponsive controls, and visual issues. While some users noted that the developers are responsive to reports and have made improvements, the overall consensus is that the game remains quite buggy, especially in its early access state. Despite these issues, a few players found it playable and enjoyable, suggesting it has potential if the stability problems are addressed.
- “So immersive and runs great on the Steam Deck.”
- “No glitches or crashing for me.”
- “And the game looks and runs great on the Unreal Engine.”
- “Moreover, the gameplay was marred by numerous bugs and glitches, making it frustrating to progress through the game.”
- “Everything about this game, from the combat being buggy and unplayable, to the movement feeling sludgy and unoptimized, forces unoriginality and janky gameplay down your throat with 16GB of your RAM locked up by this nightmare of an application.”
- “The game freezes up my Steam Deck when I'm at the loading screen.”
grinding
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
8%
90%
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and often frustrating, with many citing issues like cumbersome inventory management, slow animations, and restrictive farming mechanics. While some appreciate the survival and crafting elements, they feel that the game lacks rewarding challenges and can become monotonous due to excessive resource gathering and micromanagement. Improvements in these areas could elevate the game from merely "good" to something truly special.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “This game needs a lot of work, with very tedious inventory problems and driving issues that feel like you're driving on ice.”
- “The crafting and build menus are tedious, requiring extra steps that detract from the overall experience.”
- “The concept is cool, but the gameplay is boring and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
optimization
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
59%
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Overall, the game's optimization is a significant concern among players, with many reporting frequent frame rate drops, stuttering, and performance issues, particularly in densely populated areas or during weather effects. While some users note improvements over time, the consensus is that the game still requires substantial optimization and bug fixes to enhance the overall experience. Despite its potential, many reviewers recommend waiting for further updates before fully committing to the game.
- “Not yet fully optimized, but still very playable.”
- “Performance is for the most part solid, playing at 1440p with a 5700x/rtx4070/32gb, there are times however that fps can dip below 60 and it feels like there are some lost frames, this is most frequently related to weather effects when there is a thunderstorm or snowstorm.”
- “While performance has improved, optimization remains an area that needs further attention, with occasional frame rate drops and stuttering.”
- “Picture one guy forcing himself through a game that looks like it came out in 2001 in terms of graphics -- only it frame drops every so often, and despite that, it makes the deck output 70 to 74 ºC (with spikes of 83 ºC when there isn't much going on, with medium settings and effects set to low), that is not optimization, let alone an 'improvement'.”
- “I don't normally refund games but wow... charging $20 for this is actually crazy.. horrible optimization, horrible animations, blatantly bad Project Zomboid rip-off.”
atmosphere
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its gritty realism, detailed environments, and immersive sound design, which together create a tense and engaging experience. While some players find the atmosphere captivating and well-executed, others feel that certain elements detract from the overall survival experience. Overall, the combination of visuals, music, and environmental storytelling contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The gritty, realistic visuals and atmospheric sound design create a tense and immersive experience.”
- “The game's post-apocalyptic setting is hauntingly atmospheric, filled with desolation and danger at every turn.”
- “The detailed environments, realistic lighting, and atmospheric effects contribute significantly to the immersion.”
- “This is very unrealistic and makes no sense, breaking the survival atmosphere of the game.”
- “Boring gameplay and no atmosphere.”
- “Graphics and atmosphere.”
replayability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
50%
19%
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players find it extremely replayable and enjoyable for extended periods, others feel that once the map is fully explored, it loses its appeal. Customization options and potential future updates are seen as ways to enhance replay value, but static item spawns and a lack of dynamic elements have been criticized for limiting long-term engagement. Many players express hope for additional features, such as multiplayer elements and varied gameplay mechanics, to improve replayability.
- “Great zombie game with high replayability!”
- “Endless variability and replayability can be had with a properly open mind.”
- “That all greatly increases replayability in my opinion.”
- “Although there are lots of customization options, I don't feel like the game has much replay value once you have explored the map.”
- “Fun for about 10 hours, then you completely cover the whole map and it becomes a boring game of running around collecting resources. The grind here is hoping they add adjoining maps like Planet Zomboid; so far, 0 replay value.”
- “Static spawns, where items and resources appear in the same locations every game, can severely hamper replayability.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
44%
19%
The music in the game is noted for its atmospheric quality and sound design, enhancing the overall experience. However, many users criticize the repetitive nature of the soundtrack, with only one generic song looping throughout gameplay, leading to a sense of monotony. While the sound effects are generally well-received, the lack of variety in the music detracts from the game's potential for immersion.
- “It attracts attention with its amazing atmosphere, and the music is great!”
- “If you want to relax playing a game with some music on, I think it's a great game.”
- “The music is super atmospheric.”
- “Worst of all, the same song plays on repeat.”
- “I only played around an hour or so, but in that time I really got fed up with listening to the same music over and over.”
- “For me, the houses all look the same and the music gets repetitive.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of chaotic situations and unexpected glitches, such as characters sprinting underwater without swimming animations, which players find both amusing and frustrating. Many users highlight the comedic value of their in-game deaths and the absurdity of certain mechanics, contributing to a lighthearted experience despite the challenges. Overall, the game successfully combines survival elements with humor, making for entertaining gameplay moments.
- “It's all about surviving and laughing through the chaos.”
- “Word to the wise: the first couple of times the zeeks/bandits drop by for a visit, you're gonna drop whatever you're holding in your hands... both annoying and funny at the same time... beware the x key.”
- “There's a massive body of water surrounding the map, but the most hilarious thing is that the devs didn't bother programming any swimming animations into the game, so you can literally sprint at full speed in the water while your entire character is 10 feet under water, until you hit an invisible wall at the edge of the ocean.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is heightened by its destroyed cityscape, which creates a sense of tension and fear as players navigate through dangers and survival challenges. While the thrill of zombie killing adds excitement, the option to avoid permanent death allows players to engage with the emotional stakes at their own comfort level.
- “A destroyed cityscape offers hordes, loot, hideouts, escape routes, dead ends, and, in my opinion, more emotional tension and fear.”
- “You can even set it so you don't experience permanent death and just drop your backpack if you really feel that emotional about dying in a video game in the first place.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The monetization of the game has raised concerns among users, with fears of it being a cash grab due to misleading advertising and poor graphics that do not match promotional images. Players criticize the lack of depth in gameplay mechanics, suggesting that the overall experience feels underwhelming and not worth the investment.
- “I picked this game up in fear that it was a cash grab.”
- “The game's advertisement pictures are different from the actual game.”
- “The monetization feels excessive and detracts from the overall experience.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is highlighted for its useful skill perks, which enhance gameplay through unique interaction mechanics and crafting systems. While the graphics and character design are praised, the overall character development is noted as a distinct aspect that contributes to the game's immersive experience.
- “The character development is impressive, with useful skill perks that enhance gameplay.”
- “Outside of the superior graphics and character design, the character development adds depth to the interaction mechanics and overall experience.”
- “The character development feels shallow, with limited skill perks that don't significantly impact gameplay.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of depth in character development; the skill perks are not engaging or meaningful.”
- “The character development system is underwhelming, offering few useful skill perks that fail to enhance the overall experience.”