Into the Dead

"Into the Dead" is a shooter game for Android and iOS that transports players into a dense, post-apocalyptic atmosphere filled with hordes of zombies. The game boasts perfect gameplay, delightful visuals, and good music, but is hindered by annoying ads. Despite lacking a strong story, the game offers a wholesome survival experience with some moments of humor. The game's description refers to it as a "survival zombie game," which accurately captures its essence.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,990 reviews

graphics719 positive mentions

monetization130 negative mentions

graphics
876 mentions
82 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their quality, realism, and detail, especially considering the game's small file size. Players appreciate the immersive visual experience, noting that the graphics enhance the overall gameplay and atmosphere, making it one of the best-looking mobile games available. However, some users have mentioned issues with lag and control sensitivity, suggesting that while the graphics are impressive, there is room for improvement in performance and customization options.
- “The graphics are amazing, no lie.”
- “Fantastic game, graphics are top-notch.”
- “The graphics are incredible as compared to recent games.”
- “After the new update, my phone started lagging because of the graphics.”
- “The graphics of the game are bland, with no color except red and yellow.”
- “I uninstall it...if you fix this on another update I'm going to install it again...I gave 1 star for the graphics and 1 star for the features.”
story
200 mentions
38 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth and narrative structure, with many players expressing a desire for a more engaging storyline akin to its sequel, "Into the Dead 2." While the missions are enjoyable and provide a sense of direction, they often feel repetitive and disconnected from a cohesive plot, leading to a sense of boredom after a short period. Overall, players recommend adding a storyline or adventure mode to enhance the gaming experience and provide emotional engagement.
- “The game is very immersive from its story to the whole gameplay and visuals.”
- “I honestly love this game; it's a great time passer with an amazing storyline. I've been playing it since it first came out, and I haven't been bored with it yet.”
- “The best zombie apocalypse story game...!!”
- “It's not really a story mode game if that's what you're looking for.”
- “No storyline or emotional connection to this game.”
- “This game is good but I recommend number 2 if you like story lore.”
gameplay
177 mentions
72 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its smooth mechanics, addictive nature, and impressive graphics, making it enjoyable for players. However, some users note that it can become repetitive and lacks variety, with a desire for more dynamic elements and story content. While the controls are often described as intuitive, there are occasional frustrations with clunky mechanics and monetization aspects that can detract from the overall experience.
- “The gameplay is balanced and the game modes require you to apply different strategies.”
- “Gameplay is addictive, the game runs smoothly and has superb graphics for a mobile game.”
- “The gameplay experience is entertaining and fun.”
- “It's repetitive and simple, and the gameplay is pretty linear.”
- “First, I want to say that the game is fun for a while, but it does get boring because nothing really changes to spice up the gameplay.”
- “Above that, the game is too mundane, an incredibly slow-paced endless runner with 'pay to win' mechanics.”
monetization
160 mentions
11 % positive mentions
8 % neutral mentions
81 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the optional ads that offer rewards, while others express frustration over the frequency and length of ads, particularly unskippable ones. Microtransactions are prevalent, with some players feeling they hinder gameplay diversity, though others note that grinding can yield in-game rewards without spending money. Overall, while some players find the monetization approach reasonable, many feel that the ad presence detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Lots of in-game purchases that are not overpriced, and if that's not your thing, they even have a progressive and fun way to earn perks and weapons easily.”
- “The in-app purchases aren't too intrusive to the gameplay, and you're able to pick up DLC weapons off the ground occasionally.”
- “I like how they let players try the in-game purchases for free every other day.”
- “The only problem with the game are the microtransactions, which disallow you from having a better and more diverse arsenal.”
- “Great game but there are so many ads!”
- “Way too many ads to even enjoy this game, otherwise pretty fun.”
music
27 mentions
59 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for enhancing the overall experience, with many players highlighting the impressive background tracks and sound effects that contribute to the game's immersive atmosphere. The soundtrack, including upbeat and rock elements, complements the gameplay, making it enjoyable to play alongside personal music playlists. However, some users have reported issues with music quality after updates, indicating a need for ongoing attention to audio performance.
- “Notwithstanding, I still love ❤️ this game and I really like the background music because it gives me goosebumps every time I hear it.”
- “This game is the best; the quality is outstanding and the background music is amazing. Keep up the good work and keep this game living; it deserves to be a trending app.”
- “Awesome graphics and awesome songs; love it! Rate 5 stars 😀😀.”
- “After updating to Android 10, the game music got corrupted and didn't work; I even tried reinstalling it.”
- “Really surprised by the graphics, but the sounds and music are horrible.”
- “Great game, but I just downloaded it for the absolute beast music; hallelujah.”
stability
25 mentions
24 % positive mentions
4 % neutral mentions
72 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent glitches and occasional freezing, particularly at launch or during gameplay. While some players experience smooth performance with minimal issues, others face significant interruptions that detract from the experience. Despite these stability concerns, the game's graphics and fun factor are often praised, suggesting that while improvements are needed, many still enjoy the gameplay.
- “I've only been playing the game for 5 minutes and I already love it; no glitches, no lag, super fun, and I think if you give it a chance you'll learn to love it too.”
- “This is one of the best zombie runner survival games I have played before; not very buggy or laggy.”
- “The game is awesome; there are no glitches, it runs smoothly, and I enjoy it very much.”
- “A few seconds into the game, my screen freezes - while the game seems to keep playing in the background until I'm killed.”
- “It's a really fun game, but it freezes frequently. Sometimes the only way to fix it is to close it and re-open it. I've had the game on a few different phones, and it never happened before, so I don't know if it's the game or my phone, but if you can fix it, that would be great.”
- “Within about the first 30 seconds of the game, it totally freezes.”
humor
17 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both enjoyable and entertaining, often highlighting funny moments such as humorous deaths and amusing interactions with characters. Many reviews emphasize the game's ability to elicit laughter, making it a standout feature that enhances the overall gaming experience. Overall, the humor is described as a key element that contributes to the game's fun and engaging atmosphere.
- “It's a really awesome and funny game to play and it's enjoyable, thanks.”
- “Funny when you die 😂.”
- “I love this game, it's so fun and so funny when the dog eats the zombie. It's such a hilarious game!”
optimization
13 mentions
92 % positive mentions
-15 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its smooth performance and ability to run on a wide range of devices, even those with lower specifications. While the graphics and gameplay are highlighted as strong points, some users noted minor issues with controls and a few instances of poor optimization. However, the general consensus is that the game delivers a solid experience with great visuals and minimal glitches.
- “One of the best offline horror action games with great graphics and the best visual effects for a small-sized game. It feels like console gaming and can run on any device, whether it has 1GB RAM or 4-6GB, or even if you have 512MB RAM; it will also run smoothly on your device and feels like a PC game.”
- “The gameplay is really good, the graphics are great, and the game runs smoothly.”
- “The game is awesome; there are no glitches, it runs smoothly, and I enjoy it very much.”
- “The optimization in this game is absolutely terrible.”
- “I can't believe how poorly optimized this game is; it runs like a slideshow.”
- “The lack of optimization makes it nearly unplayable on mid-range systems.”
atmosphere
10 mentions
80 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive and terrifying qualities, effectively capturing the horror of a zombie apocalypse through stunning graphics and sound design. Players appreciate the game's ability to evoke a sense of dread and urgency, making it a standout experience in the zombie genre. Overall, the atmospheric elements contribute significantly to the game's enjoyment and appeal.
- “It has such a good atmosphere, beautiful graphics, and sound; this game is a gem.”
- “I can feel the atmospheric horror of a zombie apocalypse; the running-for-your-life gameplay captures the vibe of its genre—it's a must-have for any zombie game library.”
- “Love the gloomy atmosphere in the game; it really gives that Walking Dead vibe.”
- “The atmosphere is scary, with tons of guns and modes.”
- “I love the gloomy atmosphere in the game; it really gives off that Walking Dead vibe.”
emotional
8 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its immersive storytelling and heart-touching graphics, which deeply engage players. However, some users express frustration with the controls, which detracts from their overall emotional experience, leading to mixed feelings about the game's ability to foster a strong emotional connection.
- “Well-made game and fluent story that in the very first game, immerses the player in the game and its emotional world, and as we move forward, it is impossible to leave the game.”
- “After all, the game has heart-touching graphics.”
- “So emotional game in my feeling.”
replayability
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its high replayability, with users highlighting its amazing visuals and enjoyable gameplay that make it a great time killer. Overall, it offers substantial replay value, ensuring players can return for more fun.
- “Amazing visuals, replay value galore, and nonstop fun.”
- “Enjoyable, highly replayable.”
- “Easily replayable and a great time killer.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding in the game to be excessive and frustrating, detracting from its overall potential. While some appreciate the grinding mechanics, the presence of intrusive ads significantly diminishes the enjoyment.
- “This game has the potential to be great; unfortunately, it's mired in endless, mindless grinding.”
- “Great grinding game, but the horrendous ads in the game kill every joy in it.”