Nayati River
- August 20, 2021
- Worlds To Play
- 34h median play time
Get on Steam"Nayati River" is a survival game set in a chaotic region overrun by the living dead. Players must build and manage a secure camp in a national park, gathering resources and making decisions to ensure their survival. The game has been fully developed, but some features still require improvements and adjustments, with the community's suggestions welcome.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique blend of base building and zombie survival mechanics, providing an engaging experience for fans of the genre.
- Despite some initial bugs and a steep learning curve, many players find the game addictive and rewarding once they get the hang of it.
- The developer is responsive to community feedback and actively works on updates, showing promise for future improvements.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and AI issues, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences, such as characters getting stuck or failing to respond to commands.
- Many players feel the game lacks sufficient tutorials and clear instructions, making it difficult to understand mechanics and progress effectively.
- The game has been criticized for being unfinished and not living up to its potential, with some players feeling it should have been released as an early access title.
- story16 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and well-developed, particularly appreciating the character backstories and independent missions. However, others criticize the dialogue as cringy and the writing as poorly executed, leading to a lack of immersion. Overall, while the narrative provides a solid foundation for gameplay, it can be easily overlooked in favor of other game mechanics.
“The story gives you enough fuel to progress through the game, at your own pace.”
“I like that the characters have back stories and independent missions they'd like to accomplish.”
“A very good mix between State of Decay and Project Zomboid with an original and gripping story!”
“The story and characters are lackluster.”
“The controls are clunky, the 'combat' is a joke, the 'survival' aspects are strange and confusing, nothing is really explained, the tutorial is useless, the story is poorly written.”
“I didn't completely finish the story as I lost interest by then in collecting more rare items to just build the objects needed.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally described as simple and somewhat dated, which may not appeal to players who prioritize visual quality. While some reviewers find them acceptable for an indie title, others feel that the lack of graphical polish detracts from the overall experience, especially when compared to similar games. Overall, the graphics are functional but not a standout feature.
“The graphics are decent for a newly released indie game.”
“Simple and efficient graphics, lots of choices, maps, maps, maps...”
“Graphics being primitive doesn't matter.”
“And the graphics could be overlooked if the game had 'heart', which it does not.”
“The graphics are a bit dated, and the learning curve is a little steeper than I'd like, and finally there are a few things that just don't make sense (having to use drinking water for cement when there's rivers all over the place, for example).”
“The graphics aren't an issue for me, but if you like good-looking games, then don't bother.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as basic and dull, resembling other titles in the genre, but can become enjoyable with time and effort to understand its mechanics. However, players express frustration over a lack of guidance and clarity regarding these mechanics, suggesting that better tooltips and information are needed. Despite its potential, the game is currently hindered by bugs that affect the overall experience.
“If you invest time and try to work around the mechanics, you will find out that the game is very fun.”
“The gameplay is a good mix between survival RPG and management.”
“But having no clue how some simple mechanics work, even equipping a gun was guesswork; I just feel it needs some better information, even tooltips would be nice so we aren't just guessing what a button will do.”
“Its gameplay is basic and dull.”
“What I don't like are the mechanics of this game.”
“The story and game mechanics are present, but the game right now (01/24/22) is a buggy mess.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game exhibits some glitches and bugs, with users noting that while these issues are present, they do not significantly detract from the overall experience. However, as of January 2022, many players consider the game's stability to be lacking, describing it as a "buggy mess."
“The story and game mechanics are present, but the game right now (01/24/22) is a buggy mess.”
“The game has a few glitches here and there, but nothing stood out as something I truly disliked.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally unobtrusive and does not detract from the experience, though it lacks the appeal to warrant a purchase of the soundtrack.
“The music perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
“Each track is well-crafted and adds a unique atmosphere to the game.”
“The soundtrack is catchy and memorable, making it a joy to listen to while playing.”
“I never found myself annoyed with the audio, but I wouldn’t buy the soundtrack either.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users generally feel that the game's replayability is limited, with many indicating that it lacks significant replay value.
“The replay value is minimal; I wouldn't say there's much to keep me coming back.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
“The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying the game feel tedious.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is appreciated by players, contributing positively to their overall enjoyment, though some feel that the game could benefit from further optimizations.
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users generally feel that the game is enjoyable but requires further optimization to enhance performance and overall experience.
“I am streaming the game and I do like it so far; it just needs some optimizations.”
“I am streaming the game and I do like it so far, but it just needs some optimizations.”
