Paradize Project

69%
Game Brain Score Based on 243 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • humor
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In the open-world setting of Paradize Project, players must survive a zombie apocalypse, either alone or in multiplayer. Clever survivors have discovered a way to control the undead, who can then be used as unstable but helpful allies for defense, building barricades, and fending off other zombies. The game features survival, combat, and strategic elements in a new take on the zombie genre, where players must outsmart and outshoot enemy clans to thrive.

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69%
Audience ScoreBased on 243 reviews
story9 positive mentions
stability5 negative mentions
  • The game offers a fun and humorous take on the zombie survival genre, reminiscent of 'How to Survive' games.
  • The ability to control zombies and use them for various tasks adds a unique twist to gameplay.
  • The crafting and upgrading systems provide depth, allowing players to customize their experience.
  • The game suffers from technical issues, including crashes and bugs that can hinder gameplay.
  • Base building mechanics are limited and can feel frustrating, with poor pathfinding for zombies.
  • The combat can become monotonous, with some players finding the difficulty to be unbalanced.
  • story58 mentions

    The game's story is generally perceived as simple and campy, fitting the zombie survival genre, but it lacks depth and variety, leading to repetitive quests. While some players appreciate its quirky humor and engaging premise, many criticize the linearity, short quest lengths, and various bugs that hinder progression. Overall, the narrative is seen as a mixed bag, with potential for improvement through additional content and better quest design.

    • “The story was quite captivating and very easy to follow; I also love that it doesn't take itself too seriously.”
    • “I liked the story - it wasn't deep, but it was the right amount of campy for a zombie base building, tower defending, quest giving RPG.”
    • “The engaging story keeps you wanting more.”
    • “Flat story, monotonous combat, and the main draw of hijacking a zombie to do stuff for you is more limited than the trailers let on.”
    • “The game is full of these tiny things that irritate you in the worst kind of way, you can sometimes clip over some walls by rolling, but you can't get out unless you destroy the wall. The animations of the cut scenes are just horrible, and I do hate that I cannot fast forward the dialog. Either you watch the whole cut scene or skip it completely. If you choose to watch the cut scene, then sometimes the characters stop talking for a few seconds... then they continue, but you don't fully know if the dialog is over, so you end up skipping half of the dialog scenes. Not that it matters, the story is just plain simple, there is no meat and no real interest to find out about it other than to continue with the same missions as the missions all seem to be the exact same with minor variations. The enemy variation is meh at best; I have fought only 2 bosses, and they were as easy as they come, more of a nuisance than a real fight.”
    • “The story is supposed to be lame and ironic, but it misses the mark and just comes off as annoying.”
  • gameplay46 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the improved mechanics and graphics, while others find it repetitive and lacking depth. Although the game introduces interesting concepts like zombot control and crafting, many feel these features are underdeveloped and hindered by frustrating mechanics. Overall, while there are enjoyable moments and a solid foundation, the gameplay may not sustain long-term engagement for all players.

    • “The gameplay is much improved from how to survive, as are the graphics.”
    • “Like I said before, while the core gameplay is nothing special, it is a solid foundation and plainly shooting zombies, upgrading your skills, and getting new stuff is fun and enjoyable.”
    • “The intricate design and compelling gameplay mechanics are sure to captivate your attention and immerse you in a world where every decision counts.”
    • “This game has a solid foundation that is unfortunately hindered by many bad and annoying gameplay decisions.”
    • “However, most of those mechanics are short-sighted and lacking the depth needed to make them fully enjoyable.”
    • “Weapon progression is terrible; the weapons themselves provide almost no unique gameplay, just higher DPS, but every weapon is level locked.”
  • humor26 mentions

    The game's humor is generally well-received, with many players finding it funny and enjoyable, particularly in its unique zombie survival concept and comedic elements. However, some reviewers note that the humor tends to diminish as the game progresses, with repetitive gameplay and bland storylines detracting from the initial charm. Overall, while the humor is a highlight, its consistency varies throughout the game.

    • “This game is hilarious and fun!”
    • “Funny storyline and unique concept of zombie survival and using them to do your bidding.”
    • “The humor is on point; the base building isn't extensive, but it serves the purpose it is there for very well.”
  • graphics16 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the art style and overall aesthetic as well-made and immersive, while others criticize issues like blurriness, rendering problems, and a lack of variety in visual elements. Despite these drawbacks, many players find the graphics decent and well-optimized for performance. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the gameplay experience, though they are not without flaws.

    • “Love the art style, comical writing, gameplay, and everything else about it.”
    • “With stunning graphics, immersive gameplay, and a vast open world to explore, Welcome to Paradize offers an unparalleled gaming experience that is sure to captivate players of all ages.”
    • “One of the most striking features of Welcome to Paradize is its stunning graphics and immersive gameplay.”
    • “Graphics of a PS1 on a 4070, skill tree doesn't benefit or interact with any other branches in the tree, very few zombie variants, less than mediocre base building capabilities, no survival aspect of the game at all.”
    • “Has some graphic rendering issues.”
    • “The graphics are somehow blurry around the edges of the character, especially when you are moving (so you must turn off FSR), but even turning that off, you can still see some blurriness here and there.”
  • music8 mentions

    Overall, the music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the engaging combat tracks and relaxing home base tunes, others find it lacking, with one user rating it as "terrible." The variability in music across different zones is noted positively, but there are also complaints about audio settings not being saved.

    • “I like the style, humor, and music.”
    • “The music during combat is so great.”
    • “This though, it changes in zones, and the music at the home base is so chill.”
    • “The only things I didn't care for were the cheap cutscenes/voice acting and the music. (Devs, please allow my audio settings to be saved whenever I quit the game, thanks.)”
    • “Music: 1/5 - terrible :(”
  • stability5 mentions

    The game's stability has received mixed reviews; while some players experienced significant bugs, particularly in specific areas like the power plant and during inventory management, others reported a smooth experience with no glitches or crashes during early access. Issues such as freezing when adjusting screen size or minimizing the window were also noted.

    • “Was really buggy at the power plant part where your zombies fall through the map.”
    • “Second half feels very buggy and untested.”
    • “If you change the screen size or tab the window to minimize or maximize, the game freezes.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed reviews; while some users criticize its poor performance, others feel that the gameplay is more optimized than the majority of recent titles.

    • “Gameplay feels more optimized than 90% of the titles that release nowadays.”
    • “The optimization in this game allows for smooth performance even on lower-end hardware.”
    • “I appreciate how the developers focused on optimization, making the game run seamlessly without any noticeable lag.”
    • “The worst part about this game is how poor the performance is.”
    • “Bad optimization.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, often feeling like a necessary but unenjoyable chore. While it can serve as a good way to pass the time, the repetitive nature of grinding may lead to frustration, especially when resources are limited or inaccessible.

    • “A good time waster with a tedious grind.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Speaking of axes, in the wood farming areas (stick spawners) there's an axe right there that you can't take.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game lacks replayability, with users indicating that there is little incentive to play it multiple times.

    • “The game lacks replayability.”
    • “There is little incentive to play the game again.”
    • “Once you've completed it, there's no reason to return.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game includes a significant number of cosmetic microtransactions, with over five options currently available, which may raise concerns about the potential for excessive spending.

    • “The game offers a variety of cosmetic microtransactions that enhance the overall experience without feeling intrusive.”
    • “I appreciate that the monetization model focuses on cosmetic items, allowing players to customize their characters without affecting gameplay balance.”
    • “The presence of multiple cosmetic microtransactions adds a fun layer of personalization to the game.”
    • “The game feels more like a cash grab with all the cosmetic microtransactions available.”
    • “It's frustrating to see so many microtransactions when the game could have been more balanced.”
    • “The monetization strategy is overwhelming, with over 5 cosmetic options that feel unnecessary.”
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Play time

36hMedian play time
32hAverage play time
24-40hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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