Not Dead Yet

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"Not Dead Yet" is a challenging platformer game where you play as a lute-playing bard who has been cursed and turned into a skeleton. Your goal is to navigate through treacherous environments and defeat enemies using your trusty lute and other abilities. With its tight controls, permadeath system, and procedurally generated levels, each playthrough is a unique and intense experience.

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61%

Audience ScoreBased on 62 reviews

graphics10 positive mentions

monetization2 negative mentions

The game is fun to play with friends, offering a unique zombie survival experience with strategic gameplay.
The graphics and UI are easy to navigate, providing a clear and enjoyable gaming experience.
The core gameplay is reminiscent of classic zombie shooters, making it engaging and enjoyable despite its current limitations.

The game has been abandoned for over a year, with no updates or communication from the developers, leading to disappointment among players.
Gameplay becomes repetitive quickly due to limited content, with only one map and a lack of new features.
Technical issues and bugs hinder the experience, making it frustrating to play, especially in multiplayer settings.

graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics feature a unique block cartoon style that some players find charming, particularly in the design of zombies and environments, contributing to an enjoyable atmosphere. While the visuals are not universally praised—some consider them simplistic and lacking in detail—many appreciate the smooth performance and easy navigation of the UI. Overall, the graphics serve the game's purpose, though they may not impress everyone.
- “The UI is very easy to navigate and understand, and the graphics also look stunning while having very good FPS, like in the 200s. Love the game.”
- “On top of that, elegant graphics and a neatly designed level work together with the game's core features to build up an atmosphere of increasing tension as you sense approaching death.”
- “Game play is fun, the cartoony style graphics are great, runs smooth, definitely a grind, all while still being fun.”
- “But overall you won’t be impressed and honestly the graphics might even be off-putting, but I highly recommend giving it a shot, despite this.”
- “I get the style they’re going for; they’re not great graphics, but I don’t think that’s the point here.”
- “Yea this game is cute and all, and the classes mean you can set up strategies and have a good time with your friends, but there are no matchmaking options, so without friends, you are dead. Plus, there are no graphical settings; like, what is this, a console game?”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a repetitive loop that may lead to boredom for some players after about two hours, while others find it surprisingly enjoyable and engaging. The controls are noted for being responsive and precise, contributing to an overall positive experience, with some reviewers rating the gameplay as high as 8.5/10.
- “The controls are responsive and precise, and the fundamental gameplay loop is surprisingly fun.”
- “Game is very nice, the graphics are good and the gameplay is awesome too.”
- “Gameplay 8.5/10”
- “You'll get 2 hours of playtime and be bored out of your mind if you don't like the same repetitive gameplay loop it has to offer.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy has been criticized as exploitative, with players feeling that the game prioritizes profit over quality, resulting in a lack of ongoing content and engagement.
- “Cash grabbed then left the game vacant.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find humor in unexpected situations, particularly when facing absurd scenarios like being surrounded by zombies, which can lead to genuinely funny moments.
- “Sometimes you have really funny moments when you get stuck surrounded by zombies.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by elegant graphics and meticulously designed levels that effectively create a sense of escalating tension, immersing players in a feeling of impending danger.
- “The elegant graphics and meticulously designed levels work together with the game's core features to create an atmosphere of increasing tension as you sense approaching death.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into a world where every sound and visual detail heightens the sense of dread.”
- “The combination of haunting music and stunning visuals creates an atmosphere that keeps you on the edge of your seat throughout the entire experience.”
- “On top of that, elegant graphics and a neatly designed level work together with the game's core features to build up an atmosphere of increasing tension as you sense approaching death.”