Left to Survive: Zombie Games

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"Left to Survive: Apocalypse" is a shooter game that transports players to a post-apocalyptic earth overrun by zombies. With an intriguing storyline, exceptional graphics, and hilarious moments, the game offers an engaging experience. However, be prepared for grinding, annoying ads, and bugs that may disrupt gameplay. The game describes itself as a survival and multiplayer game, where players must fight for their lives against hordes of the undead.

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Play Modes

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

Left to Survive: Zombie Games screenshot

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics1.5k positive mentions

monetization384 negative mentions

Great graphics and engaging gameplay.
Variety of game modes including PvP, campaigns, and base raids.
Fun and addictive with regular updates and events.

Pay-to-win mechanics make progression difficult without spending money.
PVP matchmaking often pits players against much stronger opponents.
Long upgrade times for buildings and weapons can be frustrating.

graphics
1,807 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
85%
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise, with many users highlighting their high quality and detail, often comparing them to console-level visuals. Players appreciate the immersive environments and character designs, although some have noted that improvements could be made, particularly regarding the realism of zombie graphics and the ability to control character movement. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The graphics are top-notch, with highly detailed environments and intense zombie designs that keep you immersed in the gameplay.”
- “The graphics are amazing and the game is great but you must be willing to spend (quite a lot of) money if you want to carry on playing.”
- “The graphics are superb, lots of action, interesting story.”
- “This game has very low graphic level and does not do anything that it deserves so much memory.”
- “Only the graphics are good, the game sucks.”
- “Very bad game, bad graphics.”
story
677 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
48%
4%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its engaging narrative and graphics, describing it as interesting and well-crafted. However, some users criticize the repetitive nature of missions and the need for constant upgrades, which can detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the lack of character movement and the game's reliance on in-game purchases for progression have been points of contention among players.
- “The graphics are superb, lots of action, interesting story.”
- “Great story writing.”
- “Clear visuals and thoughts are represented by the characters in the game and a very well tailored story by the writer.”
- “The story makes very little sense at first and fails to draw me in.”
- “This is but one of the few confusingly stupid things in the storyline of this game. I'll play it, but if they want my money, hire a better translator and maybe someone who knows how to write a coherent story.”
- “The story line just does not progress...a big let off for otherwise a great game.”
monetization
468 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
12%
82%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the aggressive push for in-app purchases and the prevalence of ads. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, others find the sheer volume of ads intrusive and misleading, often feeling that significant progress is only achievable through spending real money. Overall, the game is perceived as a cash grab, with many players feeling that the gameplay does not align with the expectations set by the advertisements.
- “Love this game, but after you get to a certain level, you are almost forced to make in-app purchases in order to advance; otherwise, it will take you several days or weeks to collect enough rewards to do so.”
- “Fun gameplay but steep microtransactions if you plan to use them, but not required for gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is amazing, but the problem with it is easily described: the game is unplayable as soon as you reach region 4 if you are not willing to spend a lot of money on in-app purchases.”
- “There is no way to progress in this game unless you're willing to spend a lot of money or watch an endless amount of ads.”
- “This game may be free to play, but the in-app purchases are a little bit much for players like me.”
gameplay
417 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
41%
6%
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its smooth mechanics, engaging zombie shooting, and impressive graphics, making it enjoyable for many players. However, numerous reviews highlight issues such as misleading advertisements, repetitive gameplay, and a heavy reliance on microtransactions, which can detract from the overall experience. Additionally, some players express frustration with control limitations and the balance of player-versus-player (PvP) mechanics, indicating that while the core gameplay is solid, it is marred by various design and monetization flaws.
- “The graphics are top-notch, with highly detailed environments and intense zombie designs that keep you immersed in the gameplay.”
- “Left to Survive is a very good game, with very good detailed graphics and the controls are very user-friendly, and lastly, the gameplay always runs smoothly with no lag; graphic detail and FPS are consistent throughout the whole game!”
- “The gameplay is versatile with many opportunities to kill the enemy.”
- “You'll spend more time just navigating the menus than you will be in actual gameplay as levels are very short.”
- “The actual gameplay is nothing like the advertisement, which in fact looks pretty interesting.”
- “Horrendous gameplay, boring like hell, the guns don't have any kick, some sounds of guns straight ripped from other games (that are much better than this steaming pile of garbage).”
stability
100 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
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93%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and crashes that significantly disrupt gameplay, especially during PvP matches. Many players express frustration over lost progress and rewards due to these issues, alongside poor customer support responses. While some users still find the game enjoyable, the overwhelming consensus is that the stability problems detract from the overall experience.
- “No glitches whatsoever.”
- “Very fun so far, runs great; I haven't had any problems yet.”
- “Looks great, runs great!”
- “Looked promising but updates come with glitches and problems.”
- “Whenever I wanted to watch a video in order to obtain any kind of reward, the game freezes.”
- “The game keeps freezing at the start of the PvP missions, causing me to die multiple times before the game starts.”
grinding
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews highlight a significant issue with grinding in the game, describing it as tedious, repetitive, and often overwhelming. Players express frustration over the extensive time required to gather resources and upgrade equipment, with many feeling that the grind detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game. While some appreciate the game's concept and find enjoyment in the grind, the consensus leans towards it being excessively time-consuming and a barrier to progression without spending real money.
- “Anything you need to do requires a very boring and super repetitive grinding.”
- “It's a fun game with a good concept, but the constant grinding and repeating levels is just too much.”
- “Not a bad game, but too much resource farming is needed and way too slow to progress without spending a lot of real money.”
optimization
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing significant lag and low frame rates, particularly on certain devices like the Note 9. However, many users praise the game's smooth performance and impressive graphics, noting that it runs well even on lower-end devices. Overall, while some players report excellent optimization, others feel that further updates are needed to address performance issues.
- “Left to survive is a very good game, with very good detailed graphics and the controls are very user-friendly. Lastly, the gameplay always runs smoothly with no lag; graphic detail and FPS are consistent throughout the whole game!”
- “Optimization and performance is pretty good; never had any issues.”
- “Hands down the best zombie game out there for mobile, extremely impressive performance and graphics, and super addictive.”
- “Even in the lowest settings and increasing the performance ability on the note, it was still laggy and hard to control.”
- “Great game, but the only problem is that game performance is not as expected.”
- “This game needs an optimization update because it lags; otherwise, this game is good.”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
29%
18%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players praising its quality and integration into the gameplay. However, some users have expressed a desire for adjustable volume options to balance the music with in-game sound effects. There are also concerns about potential copyright issues with the music used in advertisements, as well as occasional reports of audio lag or stuttering.
- “I want to hear the great music at a softer volume while listening to my machine gun wreck the hell out of zombies.”
- “The graphics and background music are great.”
- “Absolutely, fantastic game of my choice and love the music and controls with wonderful graphics.”
- “Great game, there's always a 'but'; please add a slider up/down option for the music volume.”
- “I downloaded this game because they advertised it to me using music from 'Mercenaries 2: World in Flames', which I am almost sure they don't have the rights to.”
- “Worst audio and background music.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as a mix of lightheartedness and absurdity, with players finding amusement in the quirky design of zombies and the exaggerated time it takes to complete tasks. While some players appreciate the comedic elements, others feel that the humor can become repetitive or is more suited for a younger audience. Overall, the game elicits a range of reactions, from laughter at its silliness to frustration with gameplay mechanics.
- “Good graphics, good environment, smooth gameplay, and most importantly, the zombies don't look gross; they look funny.”
- “I also think it's funny that I start a building construction 14 hours before completing, go to work for 9-10 hours, and there's still 12 hours to go, lol (quite often).”
- “Nice games! I love that the big fat zombie exploded; it's so hilarious.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a mix of emotional attachment and frustration towards the game; while some find it enjoyable and engaging, others feel disheartened by issues like data loss and perceived greediness from the developers. The emotional experience ranges from addiction and enjoyment to disappointment and boredom, highlighting the game's impact on players' feelings over time.
- “I like the game; it is so emotional and a skills exam.”
- “Wholesome, not too complex, and quite forgiving.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's graphics and enjoyable gameplay but express a desire for greater replayability, noting that the limitation on the number of times individual levels can be played detracts from the overall experience.
- “The game offers a variety of paths and choices, making each playthrough feel unique and engaging.”
- “With multiple endings and character builds, I find myself coming back to explore different strategies.”
- “The random events and challenges keep the gameplay fresh, ensuring that no two sessions are ever the same.”
- “Great graphics, fun gameplay, but I wish the individual levels were more replayable and not limited by the number of times you can play them.”
- “The game lacks variety in its levels, making it feel repetitive after just a few playthroughs.”
- “Once you complete the game, there's little incentive to go back; the lack of new challenges really hurts its replayability.”