HumanitZ

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HumanitZ is a single player and multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by Yodubzz Studios and was released on September 18, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

A zombie outbreak wiped out civilization as we know it. Hordes of zeeks gnawed their way to the top becoming the world’s apex predator. A few years later, regular humans are an endangered species, with isolated pockets struggling to survive in this new, unwelcoming world. Welcome to HumanitZ, an isometric, open-world survival game, where you can try to make a difference and put humanity back where…

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gameplay118 positive mentions

stability80 negative mentions

Great graphics and immersive atmosphere.
Engaging combat system with a variety of weapons and zombies.
Active developer support and frequent updates based on community feedback.

Clunky controls and awkward camera movement.
Limited inventory management and item interaction.
Repetitive gameplay with a lack of clear objectives or content.

gameplay
429 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its engaging mechanics and cooperative multiplayer aspects, while others criticize its clunky controls, lack of depth compared to similar titles like Project Zomboid, and various bugs. Players enjoy the survival elements and crafting systems, but find the overall experience can feel repetitive and unpolished, especially in its early access state. Despite its flaws, there is a consensus that the game has potential for improvement and can be enjoyable, particularly in multiplayer settings.
- “Good control over tweaking mechanics in the game (zombie presence/difficulty, loot abundance, etc.).”
- “Absolutely enjoying the game so far, the gameplay feels very streamlined, and the craft system is fun.”
- “The gameplay is addictive and is a breath of fresh air in the survival genre.”
- “Boring gameplay and no atmosphere.”
- “However, the awful controls, game mechanics, and terrible difficulty balancing strongly outweigh the decent presentation, animations, and open world that this game has to offer.”
- “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
298 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while they are an improvement over Project Zomboid, they still fall short of modern standards. Some users appreciate the visual aesthetics and detail, particularly in combat and environmental effects, while others criticize the graphics as outdated or lacking vibrancy. Overall, the game shows potential for improvement, but it currently struggles with optimization and consistency in visual quality.
- “The graphics are so good, very impressed with the combat and building.”
- “One of the first things that struck me about humanitz was its stunning graphics.”
- “Graphics are nicely detailed.”
- “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 Steam Deck can do much better than that.”
- “The graphics felt outdated and uninspired, which significantly detracted from the overall experience.”
- “There is nothing new here, the graphics aren't good, and the game doesn't run smoothly.”
story
117 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story aspect is currently minimal, with players expressing a desire for more narrative depth and quest content. While a quest system has been introduced, it is criticized for lacking meaningful engagement and rewards, leading to a scavenger hunt feel. Many players hope for future updates to expand the story and add more missions, NPC interactions, and lore to enhance the overall experience.
- “Overall, I'm actually excited to get another 6 hours in and see if there is a deep story and world worth exploring.”
- “The game's blend of survival mechanics, engaging story, and cooperative multiplayer make it a standout in the zombie survival genre.”
- “I hope that there will be a story mode in the future.”
- “Current state as of 05/06/24, there's only one mission and nothing else to do after that... feels like I bought a demo.”
- “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 that the only thing I feel this game is missing is a bit more story and the addition of side missions.”
stability
86 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a significant concern, with many players reporting frequent freezes, particularly at the loading screen, making it nearly unplayable for some. While there are mentions of occasional bugs and glitches, the development team appears responsive in addressing these issues. Overall, the game shows potential but is currently marred by numerous stability problems that detract from the experience.
- “No glitches or crashing for me.”
- “Runs great and has a great future ahead!”
- “The game runs great and plays pretty darn good for what it is.”
- “Freezes on loading screen on every launch attempt.”
- “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, 360 vision being a gimmick, and 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.”
grinding
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and unfulfilling, with many actions requiring long animations and cumbersome inventory management. Crafting, farming, and resource gathering are described as boring and restrictive, leading to a gameplay experience that feels slow and lacking in reward. Overall, the game's mechanics contribute to a sense of frustration rather than engagement, with many reviewers expressing a desire for improvements to alleviate the grind.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The concept is cool but the gameplay is boring and tedious.”
- “Inventory management is very tedious in an unfun way.”
- “Every action has an animation and some of them are long and tedious.”
optimization
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including frequent frame drops and stuttering, particularly in urban areas. While some users noted improvements on specific platforms like the Steam Deck, others criticized the game's controls and graphics, suggesting it feels outdated and poorly optimized for PC. Regular updates are deemed essential for addressing these performance concerns and enhancing the overall user experience.
- “It's optimized well and I haven't noticed any bugs yet.”
- “The addition of dedicated servers has also improved the stability and performance of online sessions.”
- “Regular updates are essential not only for fixing bugs and improving performance but also for adding new content and features to keep the game fresh and engaging.”
- “Also the performance gets quite spotty when sprinting, which is normal, but not for an isometric game like this with such a bland environment and few actors on the screen.”
- “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.”
- “Performance is iffy with FPS drops and stutters being a constant instead of an odd occurrence.”
music
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is noted for creating an engaging atmosphere, with some players praising its quality and soundscaping. However, many reviewers criticize the repetitive nature of the soundtrack, often consisting of only one looping track, which detracts from the overall experience. While the sound effects and ambient music contribute positively, there is a strong desire for more variety and dynamic changes in the music.
- “It attracts attention with its amazing atmosphere, and the music is great!”
- “The atmosphere, design, and music (for only one song at the moment) are all great!”
- “The music is super atmospheric.”
- “Only one song was looping over and over again, and it was very generic.”
- “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.”
replayability
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the customization options and co-op features, many feel that once the map is fully explored, the experience becomes repetitive and lacks dynamic elements. There are calls for more unpredictable gameplay mechanics and additional content, such as new maps and rare items, to enhance replay value. Overall, while some find it enjoyable for a limited time, others express concerns about its long-term 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 and vehicles. Here is hoping they add adjoining maps like Project Zomboid; so far, 0 replay value. Still recommend because I'm sure the devs aren't through yet.”
- “Static spawns, where items and resources appear in the same locations every game, can severely hamper replayability.”
atmosphere
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive environments, realistic lighting, and engaging soundtrack, which collectively enhance the overall experience. While some players find the gameplay boring and lacking atmosphere, many others appreciate the detailed design and community engagement that contribute to a vibrant and dynamic setting. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature, drawing players in with its gritty realism and captivating soundscapes.
- “It attracts attention with its amazing atmosphere, and the music is great!”
- “The detailed environments, realistic lighting, and atmospheric effects contribute significantly to the immersion.”
- “Really like the atmosphere -- feels as real and gritty as one could expect in an isometric game setting.”
- “Boring gameplay and no atmosphere.”
- “This is very unrealistic and makes no sense and breaks the survival atmosphere of the game.”
- “Boring gameplay and no atmosphere.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by amusing bugs, such as characters sprinting underwater without swimming animations, which players found hilarious. Many reviewers noted that unexpected deaths and chaotic multiplayer interactions led to genuine laughter, although some expressed that a lack of players in multiplayer mode diminished the comedic experience. Overall, the game successfully combines humor with gameplay, creating memorable and funny moments.
- “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.”
- “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.”
- “Then this is your game! It is a great game; my first few deaths had me in tears laughing because I didn't think it could happen or would happen. This game you have to take your time learning before just taking off.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game heightened by the tension and fear created in a destroyed cityscape filled with dangers and survival challenges. The option to avoid permanent death adds a layer of emotional comfort for those sensitive to in-game loss, allowing for a more personalized experience of fear and excitement. Overall, the blend of survival elements and the option for less severe consequences contributes to a compelling emotional engagement.
- “A destroyed cityscape offers hoards, loot, hideouts, escape routes, dead ends, and, in my opinion, more emotional tension and fear.”
- “You can even set it so you don't have permanent death and just drop your backpack if you really get that emotional about dying in a video game in the first place.”
- “A destroyed cityscape offers hoards, loot, hideouts, escape routes, dead ends, and, in my opinion, more emotional tension and fear.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers express concerns that the game feels like a cash grab, with poor graphics reminiscent of outdated technology and misleading promotional images. The gameplay mechanics are criticized for their lack of depth, further contributing to the perception of a monetization strategy that prioritizes profit over quality.
- “I picked this game up in fear that it was a cash grab.”
- “Graphics are horrible, like it was made in 2005. The colors and textures are very washed out and lack vibrancy. The game's advertisement pictures are different from the actual game. The car mechanics are very lame and not in-depth (you only need a belt, battery, starter, and fuel).”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is highlighted for its incorporation of useful skill perks, allowing players to enhance their characters in meaningful ways. This system not only adds depth to the gameplay but also encourages strategic choices that impact the overall experience.
- “The character development system is incredibly rewarding, allowing players to unlock useful skill perks that enhance gameplay.”
- “I love how the character development offers a variety of skill perks that make each playthrough feel unique and tailored to my style.”
- “The depth of character development, with its focus on useful skill perks, really adds to the overall experience and keeps me engaged.”
- “Character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression.”
- “The skill perks are not impactful enough to make me feel invested in my character's growth.”
- “I expected more depth in character development, but it feels like a missed opportunity.”