LifeZ - Survival | Game Brain — video game discovery

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LifeZ - Survival is a first-person open-world survival game set in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies. Scavenge for resources, build your own base, and fight off both the undead and other players to ensure your survival. Craft and customize your weapons, and form alliances to increase your chances of surviving the harsh, unforgiving world.

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Play Modes

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

+16

73%

Audience ScoreBased on 73 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

monetization4 negative mentions

The game offers a familiar experience for fans of mobile survival games like Last Day on Earth, providing engaging crafting and survival mechanics.
Players appreciate the game's potential, with many expressing hope for future updates and improvements to enhance gameplay.
The graphics and world design are generally well-received, with some players noting that the game runs smoothly even on lower-end PCs.

The game has been abandoned by the developers, with no updates for over three years, leading to concerns about its long-term viability.
Many players find the controls awkward and the gameplay shallow, often comparing it unfavorably to its mobile counterpart.
There are numerous technical issues, including bugs and a lack of essential features like saving, which detract from the overall experience.

graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
36%
21%
The graphics in the game are generally well-received, with many players noting that they are visually appealing and do not cause eye strain during extended play. While some reviews mention that the graphics could benefit from improvements, particularly in character animations, the overall aesthetic is considered suitable for the genre, especially for an indie project. The game features a modern look that avoids feeling outdated, contributing to an engaging gameplay experience.
- “The graphics are nice; the eye does not strain when spending time in the game.”
- “The developers tried and made a really cool game with great graphics and a cool soundtrack.”
- “Graphics is appropriate for such a genre, especially for an indie project; animations are smooth.”
- “The graphics are sort of okay but could do with a lift; also, the player model needs more work as the movement looks very dull and non-lifelike.”
- “Even the graphics are average compared to the Android version.”
- “It's a PC version of LDOE (mobile survival game) not quite up to graphics and play quality, but the pure aspect of it being a 'finished' release and not requiring real-time travel or microtransactions to get an edge is everything you would want from this sort of game.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
43%
21%
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its enjoyable mechanics and atmospheric design, though some players note the need for bug fixes and improvements in sound. While the core mechanics are solid and offer a relaxing experience, concerns about a lack of content and confusing elements suggest that a tutorial could enhance the user experience. Many players appreciate the depth of gameplay, including resource management and crafting, but express frustration over being level capped and waiting for new content.
- “I liked the game; the developers created a good atmosphere and mechanics.”
- “The mechanics are cool; however, somewhat confusing. I think a tutorial should be implemented.”
- “Many layers of long-term gameplay - such as resource extraction, crafting, construction, production, optimization of logistics, improving the quality of game life.”
- “Game is playable and enjoyable, but it needs bug fixes; gameplay and sound need to be improved.”
- “I feel like I was conned by reviews mentioning mechanics this game doesn't even have; I won't call them fake but...”
- “Really love this game, and the dev is a really great guy, but the lack of content is harsh. After 17 hours, I am so overfarmed, level capped, and waiting for content for months on end. I think I have been capped for probably 5-6 hours easily of gameplay, and there are about 15+ areas that are still not available. However, being level capped and my base being almost too big to fit in the tile that I'm given to build in, I am hard-pressed to say the game is worth the money. But if a content update hits sometime soon, this game is really fun, relaxing, and well-paced.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The story aspect of the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its quality and sound; however, many feel that it could benefit from additional backstory for the characters and more engaging missions, such as saving survivors and building a town, to enhance the overall experience.
- “Amazing game with good sound and story.”
- “Some backstory for the character we're playing.”
- “Also, a little backstory might be nice.”
- “The story lacks depth and fails to engage the player, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
- “There is a noticeable absence of character development, making it hard to connect with the protagonist.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and often leaves players confused about the overall plot direction.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized for its association with fake reviews and a trend of cash grabs in the industry, particularly from developers perceived as greedy. However, some users appreciate that this game avoids micro-transactions and ads, distinguishing it from other titles that heavily rely on these monetization strategies.
- “As it is with LDOE: Survival's developers, who have proven to be greedy, a common trend that's apparent in this growing industry of quick game development cash grabs.”
- “You'll see games like Life Z flooding the mobile market with micro-transactions and full of ads.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's soundtrack has received praise for enhancing the overall experience, with many noting its coolness and ability to keep players engaged. However, some users expressed a desire for more music, particularly during combat, suggesting that future updates may address this gap.
- “The developers tried and made a really cool game with great graphics and a fantastic soundtrack.”
- “Zombies, great soundtrack, and nice graphics will not let you get bored.”
- “The only thing that I really missed is music, especially during fights, but I'm pretty sure that it's going to be added in future updates.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers consistently praise the game's atmosphere, highlighting its engaging style and memorable qualities. Many appreciate how the developers effectively crafted an immersive environment that enhances the overall gameplay experience.
- “I liked the game; the developers created a good atmosphere and mechanics.”
- “Not so long ago, I bought this game at a very tasty price, at a discount. The game is very memorable for its atmosphere.”
- “I like the style and atmosphere of the gameplay.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be unbalanced and tedious, particularly criticizing the excessive time required for farming materials like cloth and wood, while other resources are more readily available. This has led to a perception of the game as a frustrating experience rather than a casual one.
- “The game needs balancing; cloth and wood farming/crafting is a tedious, endless waste of time, whereas other materials seem to present themselves as needed.”
- “It's a casual gaming experience involving a lot of grinding.”
- “This game is tedious and woeful.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
The game's optimization is highly praised, with users noting that it meets expectations and enhances overall gameplay. The smooth management and efficient logistics contribute to a satisfying long-term experience, particularly in resource extraction and crafting.
- “The game met all my expectations, and overall, the graphics are good, optimization is at its best, and it's enjoyable to manage.”
- “Many layers of long-term gameplay, such as resource extraction, crafting, construction, production, optimization of logistics, and improving the quality of game life.”
- “The optimization of logistics is a nightmare, making it frustrating to manage resources effectively.”
- “The crafting and construction systems lack proper optimization, leading to unnecessary delays in gameplay.”
- “Improving the quality of life in the game is hindered by poor optimization, which affects overall performance.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has notable stability issues, including frequent bugs that cause freezes and prevent players from dragging items to the toolbar. Additionally, players report getting stuck during crafting and consumption actions, impacting overall gameplay experience.
- “There are bugs that cause the game to freeze frequently.”
- “It has several buggy issues, such as not being able to drag items to the toolbar and getting stuck when learning a craft item or consuming something.”