I Shall Remain

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"I Shall Remain" is a survival horror game set in the aftermath of a zombie outbreak. Players take on the role of a lone survivor, fighting to stay alive while searching for answers about the source of the infection. The game features tactical combat, crafting, and a dynamic day-night cycle that affects enemy behavior.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

+20

72%

Audience ScoreBased on 79 reviews

story6 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a unique setting with a compelling story that combines RPG elements with a zombie apocalypse theme, offering a fresh take on the genre.
Gameplay is engaging with a solid looting system, character progression, and a variety of weapons, allowing for different play styles and strategies.
The developers are responsive and actively engage with the community, showing commitment to improving the game through updates and bug fixes.

The graphics and visual design are often criticized for being bland and difficult to see, especially in dark environments, which can detract from the overall experience.
Many mechanics and features feel underdeveloped or poorly explained, leading to confusion and frustration for players trying to navigate the game.
The game suffers from significant balance issues, particularly in the later stages, where difficulty spikes and unbalanced boss encounters can feel unfair and frustrating.

story
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
72%
9%
The game's story is a mixed bag, featuring a tutorial that introduces a complex plot but ultimately falls short with a lack of depth and clarity in the main narrative. Players note that while the setting and side quests are engaging, the storytelling often relies on excessive text and can feel lackluster over time, with some bugs and crashes detracting from the experience. Overall, it offers a fun, action-oriented experience in a zombie apocalypse, but the execution of the story leaves much to be desired.
- “The game is a story-focused ARPG zombie survival game set in 1945.”
- “You get to build a team as you slowly find the people in the city and do missions or save their lifeless body from the horde to earn their trust.”
- “This is a great story-driven top-down survival game.”
- “The story is told through a lot of text; there's so much small text and so much reading.”
- “It has a story just for the tutorial, then you continue as a different person from the tutorial for the actual game.”
- “The story started to get a bit lackluster after a while; the usual 'catch up with the plot that's a couple of days in front.'”
graphics
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
74%
13%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players finding them bland, dark, and difficult to see, which detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciate the art style and detail when visible, others criticize the outdated visuals compared to newer ARPGs, leading to frustration with gameplay mechanics. Overall, the graphics are seen as a significant downside, though a few players still find them appealing in certain contexts.
- “The first thing that I loved in this game is the graphics.”
- “The graphics are very nice.”
- “Highly recommended, I am loving it a lot, the art style is great, the controls are on point.”
- “The visuals are all very bland and grey.”
- “Graphics are terrible, I wouldn't recommend.”
- “The worse aspect of the game is the visuals.”
gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
68%
14%
The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring solid RPG mechanics, engaging writing, and a unique indie charm, though it suffers from mid-tier graphics and limited combat variety. Players appreciate the intuitive controls and addictive combat, despite some criticism regarding shallow survival mechanics and visual obstructions. Overall, the game offers a smooth experience with enough depth to keep players engaged, making it a worthwhile choice for fans of the genre.
- “The gameplay is solid, the characters aren't bland, the music is good, and it's got some international indie charm.”
- “It's unfortunate that this game isn't more well known; it's unique enough with solid gameplay and a compelling narrative driving the character on.”
- “The game gives you companions, weapon variety, intuitive controls, and smooth gameplay.”
- “For most people, some of the game's mechanics and graphics are off-putting.”
- “The serum to cure infection bit was a bit unnecessary as it barely affects gameplay at all, but it gives you a feel of time running out urgency without actually straining you.”
- “- shallow survival mechanics.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
27%
20%
The music in the game is generally praised for its atmospheric quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers noting its beauty and fitting mood. However, some players feel it can be overly prominent at times or slightly repetitive, while others suggest muting it in favor of classic soundtracks. Overall, the soundtrack contributes significantly to the game's charm and emotional depth.
- “The soundtrack of the game fits the title perfectly and it creates an atmosphere of mystery.”
- “The music is very nice, though sometimes it's too front-and-center.”
- “I found the music to be very good and fits the mood very well.”
- “There are sounds of gunfire and background music mostly stays very quiet, aside from moments when it plays compositions that sound like a cat jumped onto a piano and we've decided to include it in the soundtrack.”
- “Pro-tip: mute the in-game music and listen to the Fallout 1 + 2 soundtrack while playing this game.”
- “Mid-tier graphics and minimal combat variety are balanced out by decent writing, solid RPG mechanics, and a well-made soundtrack.”
atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
25%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its engaging and immersive qualities, featuring a gloomy, apocalyptic setting that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the atmospheric environments, complemented by a fitting soundtrack that adds depth and a sense of mystery. The combination of RPG elements and atmospheric design creates a compelling backdrop for the action and exploration.
- “It has a nice atmosphere, and some interesting systems for getting more powerful, and of course, lots of loot!”
- “A well-made action RPG, it provides lots of important ingredients for a motivating game: special loot and boss monsters, many upgrade options and side quests make up for fighting a zombie apocalypse in an atmospheric NYC setting.”
- “The soundtrack of the game fits the title perfectly and it creates an atmosphere of mystery.”
- “The game fails to create an engaging atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected from the world.”
- “The apocalyptic atmosphere feels shallow and lacks the depth needed to immerse players.”
- “Despite the potential for a rich atmosphere, the execution falls flat, making the environment feel lifeless.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting frequent freezes and glitches that disrupt gameplay, particularly during combat. These issues have led some players to abandon the game entirely due to frustration.
- “Freezes every few seconds, just long enough for me to get hit before I can kill something.”
- “I stopped playing due to horrible glitches preventing me from continuing.”
- “The only problems I have come across are that the hand-to-hand and melee fighting is a little buggy.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a double-edged sword; while the advancement system encourages character development through consistent use of skills and unlocking perks, it can also feel tedious as players must invest significant time in farming supplies and honing abilities to progress effectively.
- “The advancement system is based on 'you are what you use' and unlocking 'perks' that further shape you into your desired hero, which is both nice and annoying. You can't save some points and invest them into firing rifles all of a sudden; you need to tediously go from missing every second shot to being able to hit a zombie in the eye from a great distance.”
- “You will spend a majority of your time exploring the city and farming supplies to make it to the next mission.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The character development in the game features a doctrine system that allows for a customizable progression, reminiscent of the mechanics found in Dungeon Siege, enabling players to tailor their characters' abilities and playstyles effectively.
- “The doctrine system adds a unique layer to character development, allowing for diverse playstyles and strategies.”
- “I love how the character development feels reminiscent of Dungeon Siege, providing depth and customization options.”
- “The way characters evolve throughout the game is truly engaging, making each decision feel impactful.”
- “The character development feels very limited, resembling a basic doctrine system rather than offering depth.”
- “I found the character progression to be quite shallow, similar to what you'd expect from a Dungeon Siege-style game.”
- “The lack of meaningful character development options really detracts from the overall experience.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express optimism about the game's replayability, indicating that they anticipate significant opportunities for replaying once it is officially released.
- “I can see a lot of replayability once this is released.”