Judgment: Apocalypse Survival Simulation
- May 3, 2018
- Suncrash
- 27h median play time
Get on Steam"Judgment: Apocalypse Survival Simulation" is a post-apocalyptic strategy game where players build and manage a colony in a world overrun by supernatural beings. Gather resources, research technology, and train survivors to defend against demonic invasions in this challenging survival simulation. The game features strategic base building, survival management, and thrilling battles against otherworldly foes.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique take on the survival genre with a demon apocalypse setting, providing a refreshing alternative to the typical zombie themes.
- The base building and resource management mechanics are engaging, allowing players to customize their colonies and survivors effectively.
- The game features a solid tech tree and crafting system, rewarding players for exploration and strategic planning.
- Combat mechanics are clunky and can feel tedious, often requiring players to micromanage their survivors during battles.
- The game suffers from pacing issues, with difficulty spikes that can lead to frustrating experiences, especially when losing well-developed characters.
- The user interface is cumbersome and not intuitive, making it difficult to navigate and manage tasks efficiently.
- story193 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 79 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally perceived as simplistic and somewhat generic, revolving around an apocalyptic scenario with limited side quests and repetitive missions. While some players appreciate the framework it provides for gameplay, many express a desire for deeper narrative elements and more varied mission types to enhance engagement. Overall, the storyline serves as a basic structure for the game, but it lacks the complexity and richness that could elevate the experience.
“The graphics of the game are not good, but after you play this game, you will not consider too much about the graphics because the gameplay and storyline are amazing, complex but simple in other ways.”
“What I love most is that it is a survival game with a well thought out and developed story behind it.”
“The storytelling is great and amazing; the voice actors were superb, and the game still has its issues, but it's worth the money in my opinion.”
“The storyline was pretty boring.”
“The storyline is very very basic, and not all that interesting to be honest.”
“My larger complaint comes from the story, or more accurately the lack thereof.”
- gameplay177 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this title is a mixed bag, featuring a blend of base-building, resource management, and combat mechanics reminiscent of classic survival games like RimWorld and XCOM. While some players appreciate the depth and addictive nature of the gameplay, many criticize its clunky controls, repetitive mechanics, and lack of polish, leading to a grindy experience that can feel shallow over time. Overall, it offers a unique combination of elements but may not satisfy those seeking a more refined or complex gameplay experience.
“Very interesting survival/simulation game for anyone who is looking for some chilled gameplay with a decent amount of commitment.”
“The gameplay loop, the music, the sound design, the animation, the wonderful artwork all well thought out and implemented with TLC.”
“It's a decent base builder, the research and skill tree mechanics are fun, satisfying, and compelling.”
“The mechanics to control your survivors also get extremely clunky as you progress, which means you spend most of your time trying to micromanage your troops instead of actually having them fight.”
“Nothing changes as you unlock more stuff, it's essentially the same gameplay loop, just with different skins and sound effects.”
“Got hooked and had fun for a couple of hours; after that realized the base building and survival mechanics are quite shallow and repetitive.”
- graphics138 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting their simplicity and dated appearance, which can detract from the overall experience. While some appreciate the unique art style and find it charming, others criticize it as generic or unappealing. Despite the graphical shortcomings, many players emphasize that the engaging gameplay and mechanics often overshadow the visual aspects, making the game enjoyable overall.
“I really like the art style and the base feels more organic than some other games in this genre.”
“The graphics are great.”
“The artwork is stylish, even in the iso-view.”
“The graphics leave a lot to be desired.”
“The graphics are ugly and the controls are a little janky, but the dev team is incredibly active and listens to their community.”
“The graphics and art style are pretty shitty in my opinion, but the gameplay is really great.”
- grinding66 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that while the game offers a solid foundation, it suffers from excessive grinding that can detract from the overall experience. Many players find the resource gathering, character leveling, and combat to be tedious and repetitive, especially in the mid to late game, leading to a sense of frustration. However, some appreciate the balance of mechanics and the ability to focus on preferred gameplay aspects, suggesting that the grind can be manageable if approached with the right mindset.
“Hardly anything was tedious or grindy; it would be nice to have one survivor just cut and plant trees one at a time.”
“Unfortunately, the game falls into the trap most games do, which is trying to artificially inflate the run-time by featuring too much grinding.”
“The amount of time it takes to research things to craft takes a long time, and exploring the map feels boring and tedious.”
“It is tedious, repetitive, and badly balanced, which gets worse the more you progress.”
- music36 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its atmospheric quality and ability to enhance the gameplay experience, with many players enjoying its eerie and engaging tones. However, the limited number of tracks leads to repetitiveness, which some players find detracts from the overall enjoyment. While the soundtrack effectively sets the mood, there are calls for more variety to keep the experience fresh.
“The gameplay loop, the music, the sound design, the animation, the wonderful artwork are all well thought out and implemented with TLC.”
“The music is perfectly blended with the atmosphere of the game, especially when you go scavenging or doing stealth missions.”
“I really like the music for this game; I hope they add more with the full release.”
“The music isn't great, but it gets the job done and sets the mood appropriately.”
“Although you may get tired of hearing the same combat music and loot screen music after a while.”
“Music doesn't help immersion.”
- replayability18 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, attributed to features like randomly generated maps, diverse play styles, and customizable settings. Players appreciate the engaging story and challenging gameplay, which encourage multiple playthroughs. However, there are a few dissenting opinions regarding its replay value, suggesting that some aspects may limit long-term engagement.
“The replay value is amazing; there's so much map to explore, the story is good, and the game is challenging.”
“This game has a ton of replay value since the map seeds are randomly generated, and there's a lot of different play styles you can go for.”
“Replayability is a major factor that made me enjoy this game; you create your own story, whether you choose to be a farming community or a tough colony that survives by looting and scavenging resources.”
“It has no replayability because of this.”
“Various customizable settings allow for decent replayability, especially difficulty-wise.”
“If you like the replayability of games like RimWorld, this should be good for you - many of the systems seem quite similar (in a good way) yet different enough to warrant playing it.”
- atmosphere12 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive graphics, eerie music, and a compelling post-apocalyptic setting filled with danger and demons. Reviewers highlight how the atmosphere enhances gameplay, making it engaging and enjoyable, despite some criticisms regarding balance and flash game aesthetics. Overall, the combination of art, story, and sound design creates a captivating experience that draws players in.
“Very atmospheric graphics and music.”
“The music perfectly blends with the atmosphere of the game, especially when you go scavenging or doing stealth missions.”
“But it's also pretty different from RimWorld - especially with the creepy music, art style, and general atmosphere.”
“I have not played the sandbox version of the game, but it will suck you into the 4X atmosphere.”
“But still worth picking up in its present state for the atmosphere and music.”
- stability12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- -8 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag; while some players report significant glitches and freezes, particularly with larger survivor counts and certain gameplay mechanics, others have experienced minimal issues and praise its overall playability despite being in early access. Overall, the game is still under development, leading to occasional bugs, but many users find it enjoyable and commend the programming team's efforts to minimize major problems.
“Plus, it's been bug-free for me; I've never had an issue.”
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes or major bugs.”
“I've experienced consistent performance, making my gameplay enjoyable.”
“Occasional glitches with 'access to area of base' trying to place items with no obstruction, but the game stops.”
“With 35 survivors (post-campaign), the game glitches/freezes due to CPU usage.”
“I really like this game, but it constantly freezes up on me.”
- optimization11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the strategic depth and potential for weapon combinations, many report significant performance issues, including stuttering, lag, and long loading times, particularly during intense gameplay moments. Despite some smooth experiences, the frequent performance drops, especially with larger groups of characters, detract from the overall enjoyment. Players are calling for further optimizations to enhance stability and performance.
“This allows for optimizations with different weapons and different combinations.”
“Its scope is limited enough that the learning curve is not too steep, but has enough strategic elements that optimization will take a lot of time and experimentation.”
“Other than that, the game runs smoothly and I have yet to have a crash.”
“Optimization - this could just be because I played for 9 hours straight; the game got a bit laggy. 9 hours isn't very long, but I noticed I was getting jitters every 3-4 minutes, and it was especially laggy as I discovered more stuff on the map. I checked my system first, and my temps were fine. I'm not running anything else but Discord. I've got a nice aftermarket cooler on my 2600X and 5700XT GPU, as well as a new 1TB SSD, so I knew it wasn't on my end.”
“Terrible performance (lag lag lag).”
“The only thing that was really annoying is the performance during the last campaign map.”
- humor9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a mix of absurdity and frustration, with players finding the setting amusing yet the gameplay unbalanced, particularly in trading and combat. While the atmosphere is praised for its comedic elements, the overwhelming difficulty and repetitive maps detract from the overall enjoyment, leading to a sense of irony rather than genuine laughter.
“For me, it appeared as a very simplified version of RimWorld with a campaign, more complex visuals, and a funny setting.”
“Trading deserves its own mention because it's hilariously broken.”
“I feel as though there is a lot to add; I don't see why survivors cannot raid a garage and glean access to a simple sledgehammer. They already mine stone with picks I never made them, and a sledge really nasties up anyone's day. Take that sucker to a demon's face and you're laughing, possibly maniacally.”
- emotional6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report a strong emotional connection to the game, highlighting the investment in characters and the impact of victories and losses. The developers' genuine passion and continuous improvements enhance the overall experience, making each battle feel intense and rewarding. The game's quirky charm and engaging mechanics contribute to a heartfelt journey that resonates with players.
“You will become emotionally invested in them and be upset when they die unless you plan to save often.”
“Seeing how much love and care was put into improving the game for full release is heartwarming.”
“Each battle is nerve-wracking, each victory is sweet, each loss is heartbreaking.”
- character development6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the depth and specialization options available. However, some reviewers suggest that the experience could be enhanced with more RPG elements and non-stat-based progression. Overall, the character development is seen as a strong aspect, complementing the game's exploration and base-building mechanics.
“Character development, base building, and research, a huge map to explore, so far a decent storyline.”
“Character development and equipment upgrades.”
“Kind of like a simplified RimWorld, except much more focused in direction and style, offering many interesting mechanics that RimWorld doesn't have, like character development and specialization.”
“The game would benefit greatly from more RPG elements and non-stat based character development.”
“Character development and equipment upgrades are lacking depth.”
“Character development feels simplistic and could use more complexity.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The monetization approach of the developers is perceived positively, as they promote other games they enjoy without any commercial ties, reflecting a wholesome attitude. However, there are concerns about the disparity in quality between the promotional graphics and the actual in-game visuals.
“I mean, come on, the advertisement on the store page has better graphics than in the game.”
“The monetization feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
“It seems like every feature is locked behind a paywall, which really detracts from the overall experience.”
