Mini DayZ 2

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Mini DayZ 2 is a survival action game with good mechanics and exceptional visuals, however, it is very grinding and filled with bugs, and is hindered by annoying ads. In this challenging game, you must survive in a post-apocalyptic world filled with zombies and scarce resources. The question remains, do you have what it takes to survive?

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

59%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,108 reviews

gameplay53 positive mentions

monetization46 negative mentions

The game has improved graphics and mechanics compared to the first version.
The stealth mechanics add a new layer of strategy to gameplay.
The base building feature allows for a more personalized gameplay experience.

The game requires an internet connection, which limits playability.
Loot drops are scarce, making it difficult to progress.
The game crashes frequently, especially when trying to access certain maps.

gameplay
189 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
62%
10%
The gameplay of the new title has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment over the removal of beloved mechanics from the original game, such as offline play and the focus on survival. While some appreciate the introduction of new features like stealth mechanics and improved combat, others criticize the game for its punishing difficulty, reliance on microtransactions, and tedious wait times that detract from the overall experience. Overall, players feel that the game has strayed too far from its predecessor, leading to a less engaging and more frustrating gameplay experience.
- “The gameplay itself is fun; they went for an Escape from Tarkov kind of feel with extracting and all.”
- “Great game with fun, intuitive gameplay.”
- “I like the new gameplay; the controls are much better and the graphics have improved.”
- “The game is full of tedious mechanics that just make the game more boring instead of hard.”
- “This game lost its unique gameplay.”
- “Major disappointment compared to the first mini dayz, they should've just refined the animation and mechanics of the first game.”
monetization
69 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
28%
67%
The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many players expressing disappointment over the heavy reliance on in-app purchases and advertisements that detract from the gameplay experience. Users lament the shift from the original game's model, which was free of microtransactions and ads, to a system that prioritizes profit over player enjoyment, leading to a perception of the game as a soulless attempt to monetize. Overall, the consensus is that the monetization approach undermines the game's potential and alienates fans of its predecessor.
- “It is free, no ads, just simple and fun challenging gameplay.”
- “Little bit 'grindy' in places, but timescales are fair and even the in-game purchases aren't ludicrous like other similar games.”
- “Had account issues, customer support was fast and reliable, microtransactions are decently priced, shame no kits/sets or starter packs though.”
- “I started off and couldn't believe it looked like a huge cash grab.”
- “This game is nothing more than a heartless cash grab going off of good faith from the original.”
- “I was expecting mini dayz but with more improvements, it's fine with in-app purchases since it's free but don't push it that it's the only way to play.”
grinding
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
98%
The reviews indicate that the game is excessively grindy, with many players expressing frustration over time walls, tedious mechanics, and a lack of rewarding gameplay. While some appreciate the nostalgia and base-building elements, the overwhelming consensus is that the grinding detracts from the overall enjoyment, making progress feel slow and often discouraging. Additionally, the in-app purchases are seen as a way to bypass the grind, further diminishing the game's appeal.
- “The game is literal grinding with time walls to where you can only play 15 minutes at a time for free, and it's honestly not enough fun in general to justify this.”
- “The game is very hard, grindy, and offers little to no reward.”
- “This game exchanged the fun core mechanics from the original game for fake timers seen usually in generic mobile games and a grindy overhaul of everything which made the original game fun.”
graphics
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
61%
8%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the pixel art style and animations, while others criticize the performance issues and lag. Some users express disappointment that the graphics do not match the expectations set by the original Mini DayZ, feeling that the new version lacks the immersive qualities of its predecessor. Overall, while the art style is generally well-received, concerns about gameplay mechanics and technical performance overshadow the positive aspects of the graphics.
- “I love the art style and now you don't have to auto attack, but the only problem is that this game is extremely hard.”
- “The game is really good and has high potential for updates; I played mini dayz 1 and was in love with the game mechanics and pixel art style.”
- “Beautiful game, I love the animations and graphics, really good.”
- “So disappointed, I understand it's still not 100% complete, still just horrible. It takes too long to complete actions in the game, it's slow, laggy, and has worse graphics than the first. Don't download!”
- “Moreover, the game has worse graphics than the first game and it is just pretty boring overall.”
- “I was excited for the intensity again after the Google update, but this just seems like one of the regular apocalypse Play Store games with Mini DayZ artwork layered over it.”
stability
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous players reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and disconnections, particularly during multiplayer sessions. Many users express frustration over losing progress due to these bugs, while some acknowledge the game's potential and enjoyable mechanics despite its current state. Overall, the consensus is that while the game has promise, it is plagued by significant stability issues that need urgent attention.
- “This game is so buggy that I've been getting frustrated at the fact that I crash every time I play multiplayer.”
- “I've put about 20 to 25 hours into this game over the last two weeks trying to make it work and it's all server disconnections and synchronization glitches.”
- “The game is great but the co-op raid freezes; it doesn't work.”
story
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
79%
11%
The story aspect of Minidayz 2 has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment over the lack of a compelling narrative compared to the first game. While some appreciate the game's open-world survival mechanics, others feel that the mission-based structure detracts from the experience, suggesting that a more engaging storyline or offline mode would enhance gameplay. Overall, players are eager for a sequel that combines the survival elements of the original with a richer narrative and improved character customization.
- “I like this game because the pixel art in this game is awesome and the storyline in the game is different.”
- “The first one was amazing but adding a base and story ruined it.”
- “I love this game so much but I'm giving it 4 stars; it needs a story mode. Please add one and please fix the multiplayer mode and give the characters more detail and please make them customizable.”
- “I hope for a new storyline or like finding some diaries or newspapers telling what happened to the places we're at.”
optimization
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
38%
38%
Overall, the game's optimization has received significant criticism, particularly on Samsung devices, with users reporting frequent crashes, lag, and poor performance. Many players express frustration over the need for extensive fixes and updates to improve gameplay experience, highlighting that the current state is far from satisfactory. While some hope for future patches, the consensus is that the game requires substantial optimization to be enjoyable.
- “It's very hard to develop from the start, but after a day or two, everything will run smoothly.”
- “I got past the tutorial and the game crashed for the third time; I'm not on an old device at all, I'm playing on a Samsung S22 and it handles gaming pretty well, so there's something that could be optimized here.”
- “Needs optimizations and updates.”
- “I'll keep it installed for a little while in hopes the bug gets patched, but at the time of this review, I guess it's just not optimized for Samsung devices.”
- “I got past the tutorial and the game crashed for the 3rd time. I'm not on an old device at all; I'm playing on a Samsung S22, and it handles gaming pretty well, so there's something that could be optimized here.”
- “Poor game with poor optimization. Not to mention the item drop rates and the combat system of the game is utter trash. Don't waste your life on this game.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Players find the game increasingly enjoyable and replayable as they unlock new locations and experience a sense of progression through building upgrades. However, technical issues, such as crashes during raids, detract from the overall experience and hinder its replayability.
- “In my experience, your game becomes more fun and playable as I keep accessing new locations after building upgrades.”
- “Mdz 1 had that sense of exploration, open world, and replayability with an actual sense of progression.”
- “They really should streamline the software to make it more playable.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
33%
Reviewers express disappointment that many larger development studios compromise the atmosphere of their games in favor of monetization, resulting in a loss of the original immersive experience. While gameplay may still be enjoyable, the unique atmosphere that once defined these titles is often sacrificed.
- “The atmosphere, gameplay, and all the other elements are truly immersive.”
- “It's a shame that even larger development studios compromise their intellectual property, creating IAP-heavy messes that lose focus on gameplay and atmosphere.”
- “Good gameplay, but the original atmosphere is lost forever.”
- “It's a shame even larger development studios sell out their IP, making IAP-heavy hot messes that lose complete focus on the gameplay and atmosphere of their titles.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is described as deeply impactful, with one user sharing a personal and distressing experience that overshadowed their gameplay. This highlights the potential for games to evoke strong feelings, both positive and negative, depending on the context in which they are played.
- “Kinda heartbreaking actually.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users have noted that while the game's music is enjoyable, there are significant issues with the background music disappearing during loading screens, which can lead to game crashes. This has affected the overall experience, particularly during key gameplay moments like raids.
- “The background music in the loading screen disappears when I try raiding military laboratories, scrap graveyards, and Orlovets airstrip, causing the game to crash. Please fix this awesome game.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel dull after a short time.”
- “I expected a more immersive soundtrack, but the music feels generic and doesn't enhance the gameplay experience.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the game to be genuinely funny, highlighting its effective use of humor throughout the gameplay.
- “This game had me laughing out loud with its clever jokes and witty dialogue.”
- “The humor is spot on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
- “I love how the game incorporates absurd situations that keep the gameplay light-hearted and fun.”