Into the Dead

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Into the Dead is a single player survival shooter game with a horror theme. It was developed by PikPok and was released on December 6, 2012. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

"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.

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,340 reviews

graphics192 positive mentions

monetization79 negative mentions

Good graphics and immersive gameplay that keeps players engaged.
Simple and easy controls make it accessible for all players.
The game offers a thrilling experience with various weapons and companions.

Controls are currently set to a joystick mode, making it unplayable for those without a controller.
The game can become repetitive after a while, lacking a deeper storyline or varied gameplay.
There are frequent ads that interrupt gameplay, which can be frustrating for players.

graphics
253 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Into the Dead" are widely praised for their quality, especially considering the game's small file size, with many users noting the immersive atmosphere and realistic zombie designs. While some reviews mention that the graphics aren't the absolute best compared to newer titles, they still deliver a visually appealing experience that enhances gameplay. Overall, players appreciate the combination of good graphics and smooth performance, making it a standout mobile game in the zombie genre.
- “I love into the dead: this game has gorgeous graphics & controls are superb & gameplay rocks you did a great deal of work to make this & part 2 a fun experience for us the gamers to enjoy.”
- “The graphics are incredible as compared to the recent games.”
- “Immersive zombie experience, awesome graphics for a game with such a small download size, and overall, it is one of the best zombie games one should play!”
- “The graphics are so intense and I love the new game modes.”
- “It was an awesome game but after the new update, the creators made this game so horrible, pathetic, and useless. There is no need to add more graphics because of that the game hangs a lot and the enjoyment of the game is almost over. I'm so disappointed with the new update and sorry I have to uninstall this game now.”
- “Game graphics are cool but the bad working of controls spoils everything. You should work on controls.”
story
102 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story aspect is often criticized for its lack of depth and emotional connection, with many players expressing a desire for a more engaging narrative or storyline similar to its sequel, "Into the Dead 2." While some enjoy the gameplay and missions, they feel that the repetitive nature and absence of a substantial story detracts from the overall experience. Suggestions for improvement frequently include the addition of a story mode, character backstories, and more varied missions to enhance player engagement.
- “The storyline is engaging and keeps me hooked. Overall, this is a fantastic game that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun and engaging experience.”
- “I love this game! I give it an 8/10. If it had some kind of storyline like the second one does, it'd be a 10, but otherwise, it's an all-around amazing game I would really recommend it!”
- “The graphics, the story, the emotion—everything is perfectly done.”
- “It's not really a story mode game if that's what you're looking for.”
- “No storyline or emotional connection to this game.”
- “I just downloaded because there is no other games for me to play; most are boring. This game is good, but there is no story line. Please add something like that.”
gameplay
95 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Into the Dead" is widely praised for its smooth controls, addictive mechanics, and engaging zombie survival experience, making it a standout title in the mobile gaming genre. While many users appreciate the graphics and the variety of weapons, some note that the gameplay can become repetitive and lacks a deeper storyline. Overall, the game is considered fun and thrilling, though it could benefit from additional content and improvements to certain mechanics.
- “I love Into the Dead: this game has gorgeous graphics, superb controls, and gameplay rocks. You did a great deal of work to make this and part 2 a fun experience for us gamers to enjoy.”
- “The gameplay is balanced, and the game modes require you to apply different strategies.”
- “The gameplay is fun and addictive.”
- “It's repetitive and simple, and the gameplay is pretty linear.”
- “Very bad gameplay! After the latest update, I really can't play the game smoothly because of the strong lag while playing. I suggest making a lite version of the game to be more suitable for low-end devices.”
- “I can't control anything in gameplay; control settings show only for analog controller and I can't control the game with touchscreen controls. It's really frustrating.”
monetization
95 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and length of ads, which can disrupt gameplay. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards and the ability to progress without spending money, others feel that the microtransactions and ad overload detract from the overall experience. Overall, players are divided on whether the monetization strategy enhances or hinders their enjoyment of the game.
- “Lots of in-game purchases are not overpriced, and if that's not your thing, they even have a progressive and fun way to earn perks and weapons easily.”
- “A solid zombie runner unique out of the many I've played. It has a lot of microtransactions, but if you grind the game out enough, you can unlock many weapons. There are many trials that let you use the premium weapons, and it changes daily, so if you don't want to spend your money, you still have many weapons to use; it's pretty fun.”
- “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.”
- “Way too many ads to even enjoy this game, otherwise pretty fun.”
- “1 minute unskippable ads after the end of run is such a joke.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for enhancing the overall atmosphere, with a soundtrack that evokes feelings of tension and realism, particularly during zombie encounters. Players appreciate the distinct sounds associated with various actions, such as weapon use and environmental effects, which contribute to an immersive experience. Many recommend pairing the game with specific tracks, like the zombie soundtrack from "28 Days Later," to elevate the gameplay further.
- “The soundtrack makes me feel closer to the scare.”
- “It's nice; the game background music and the sound of closing doors make the game more realistic, and the sound of every weapon during a run has its own unique attribute.”
- “I never review games, but this is not just a game; it's a masterpiece. From UI to gameplay, everything is absolutely perfect, and the music somehow gives me vibes of a zombie apocalypse.”
- “The soundtrack makes me feel closer to scared.”
- “This game is very good, but the problem is that sometimes it lags and locks the screen, and after I exit this app, the background music of this game continues to play.”
- “Definitely when you listen to upbeat songs while playing it.”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while many users report minor glitches and bugs that do not significantly impact gameplay, issues such as freezing during level selection and control responsiveness have been noted. Some players experience frequent freezes requiring a restart, while others find the game runs smoothly without major problems. Despite these stability concerns, the game's enjoyable aspects often overshadow the technical issues for many users.
- “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.”
- “Not buggy, but the turning and moving side to side is way too fluid.”
- “It's a really fun game, but it freezes frequently, and 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, so I don't know if it's the game or my phone, but if you can fix it, that would be great.”
- “Game freezes on selecting the actual level to be played.”
- “Would have given 5 stars, but lately I've noticed many bugs and glitches.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its impressive graphics and sound effects, effectively capturing a horror vibe that enhances the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the immersive environment, particularly in the context of a zombie apocalypse, although some express a desire for more depth and potential in the overall concept. However, recent updates have led to performance issues that detract from the previously smooth atmospheric experience.
- “It has such a good atmosphere, beautiful graphics, and sound; this game is a gem.”
- “The atmospheric vibe and the bloody horror elements create an intense experience while playing.”
- “This is a great zombie evasion simulation; the graphics are nice, and I can feel the atmospheric horror of a zombie apocalypse.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, user reviews on optimization are mixed. While some players praise the game's smooth performance and great graphics, others report significant lag and issues following a recent update, which has made the game unplayable for them despite attempts to adjust settings. The game is generally noted for its ability to run well on a variety of devices, but there are concerns about specific controls and performance inconsistencies.
- “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.”
- “Great graphics, great optimization, and just great fun. Although I think the controls could be better, it is not bad but they could be faster.”
- “I used to love this game since 2016, but after a recent unnecessary update, it has become unplayable for me. It used to be smooth, but now it’s quite laggy, especially in terms of FPS. Even after I set the graphics to low performance, it doesn't really help with the smoothness, other than lowering the texture details.”
- “The tilt control is not optimized.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews highlight a mixed emotional response to the game; while some players appreciate its immersive storytelling and nostalgic elements that evoke warm memories, others express frustration over control issues and a lack of emotional connection, leading to a divided experience.
- “Well-made game and fluent story that, in the very first game, immerses the player in the game and its emotional world. As we move forward, it is impossible to leave the game. Very good, except for a good game more than this?”
- “This is an update on my last review. A couple of years ago, I played this game for years, and I'm glad that not much has changed. Like every other game I played in my childhood, this game does bring back some good heartwarming memories ❤️.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game enjoyable and not overly tedious, with enough engaging content to keep them occupied. While some items can be purchased, grinding is seen as a viable and fun alternative, though the presence of excessive ads detracts from the overall experience.
- “Great grinding game, but the horrendous ads in the game kill every joy in it.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game to be enjoyable and entertaining, contributing to a lighthearted and fun experience.
- “The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious, making every moment a joy.”
- “I couldn't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and clever puns throughout the game.”
- “The comedic timing of the characters is spot on, adding a delightful layer to the gameplay.”