Raft® Survival - Ocean Nomad | Game Brain

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"Raft Survival - Ocean Nomad" is a thrilling action game that offers an outstanding story and excellent gameplay, set in a beautiful oceanic environment with top-notch graphics and music. However, players should be prepared for lots of grinding, frequent advertisements, and some bugs that can disrupt the experience. The game challenges you to survive on a raft, craft weapons, and gather food while navigating the treacherous waters of the ocean.

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Play Modes

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

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 740 reviews

graphics57 positive mentions

monetization349 negative mentions

The game has great graphics and a fun survival concept.
Gameplay is engaging and can be addictive.
The crafting and building mechanics are enjoyable.

Excessive ads interrupt gameplay, making it frustrating.
Limited storage options force players to pay for additional chests.
The energy system restricts gameplay, requiring players to wait or pay to progress.

monetization
367 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
2%
95%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over being forced to watch ads for basic actions, such as opening inventory or crafting items, and feel that the game has shifted towards a pay-to-win model, where progress is heavily reliant on in-game purchases or watching excessive ads. While some users acknowledge the need for ads in free games, the consensus is that the frequency and intrusiveness of the ads detract from the overall enjoyment and playability of the game.
- “I would have been more than happy to pay $4.99 for no ads.”
- “No ads if you choose to never watch one.”
- “I paid $8.66 for extra custom storage and no ads!”
- “The game is fun but there are just way too many ads that make it unenjoyable.”
- “You can't play this game without ads unless you purchase.”
- “The ads are everywhere and do nothing really, it's dumb don't waste your time.”
graphics
89 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
30%
6%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising them as beautiful and immersive, while others criticize them for being outdated or inconsistent. Some users highlight the smooth gameplay and good interface, but there are complaints about graphical downgrades and cartoonish elements. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good, there is a consensus that improvements could enhance the experience further.
- “The graphics are amazing, the ability to create and design is cool too, but like I said it has small flaws in everything.”
- “Beautiful graphics, immersive gameplay, and definitely a nice survival element.”
- “Overall the game is absolutely incredible to play with amazing breathtaking graphics..compelling story because I really did find myself taking it seriously.”
- “I'm not recommending this game because the graphics feel like you're playing Minecraft from 2011. I don't recommend this game; I recommend downloading the true raft survival instead of this replica game.”
- “The graphics are very bad; such a bad game.”
- “Always hangs when I play, graphics are bad, story isn't interesting. The way the game looks makes a person say that this game is not good. The idea is good, but it needs more realism.”
story
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
82%
4%
The game's story is often described as engaging but ultimately incomplete, with many players encountering bugs that prevent them from progressing through missions. While the setting and crafting elements are appreciated, the frequent need for in-game purchases and ads detracts from the overall experience, leaving players feeling frustrated and stuck at various points in the storyline. Overall, the narrative framework shows potential but requires significant improvements to ensure a satisfying and coherent gameplay experience.
- “The storyline is amazing.”
- “Overall the game is absolutely incredible to play with amazing breathtaking graphics and a compelling story because I really did find myself taking it seriously.”
- “This game is like a real ocean; we have to survive from the shark, bear, wolf, and others. We also have to do quests too, so this game is fun and enjoyable.”
- “The storyline doesn't conclude; other islands are marked as 'soon available,' but there is no warning that the game is unfinished. It just doesn't let you complete the timeline.”
- “It's a decent game, but once you finish repairing the plane, the game just stops. You don't have any more main quests after that, and the game becomes meaningless.”
- “The biggest problem is that the storyline just dead ends in the middle of a story (cargo #5, note 9, the radio tower), so at some point, you are stuck with nothing left to do.”
gameplay
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
56%
8%
The gameplay is generally praised for its smoothness, graphics, and engaging mechanics, but it is heavily criticized for being marred by excessive ads and microtransactions that disrupt the experience. Many players find the gameplay repetitive and shallow, with some expressing frustration over the need for constant online connectivity and the impact of ads on basic actions. While some enjoy the crafting and survival elements, the overwhelming presence of ads and the requirement to pay for better gameplay significantly detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “The gameplay was smooth and had no lag whatsoever.”
- “Still, it has top-notch gameplay.”
- “Beautiful graphics, immersive gameplay, and definitely a nice survival element.”
- “It's a broken mechanic that needs to be fixed in order to make the game playable.”
- “The gameplay also gets repetitive.”
- “Very annoying gameplay; you have to watch a 30-second ad every single time you drink water or eat something. Just opening a chest triggers an ad, walking around triggers an ad, ridiculous!”
stability
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous players reporting frequent glitches, crashes, and freezing during gameplay. Many users express frustration over bugs that disrupt essential functions, such as building and item management, leading to a diminished overall experience. Despite its enjoyable gameplay, the persistent technical problems have resulted in a negative impact on user satisfaction.
- “I paid for extra storage but the game glitches and the crates will disappear along with the items in the crates.”
- “Extremely buggy for how exceptionally expensive this game is.”
- “I really love this game but it's very laggy and every time I try to enter explorer's island it either goes to a black screen and crashes or it freezes on the map screen and crashes.”
grinding
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be overly tedious and time-consuming, often leading to boredom as they are required to farm materials for progression. While initial leveling may be enjoyable, the later stages demand excessive effort with little reward, compounded by intrusive ads and a lack of offline play options. Overall, the grinding mechanics detract from the game's fun and engagement.
- “This seriously makes the game boring and bulky and way too grindy.”
- “After that, it's boring--just grinding for no real reward.”
- “It is a great game but way too grindy and time consuming.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The music in the game is generally praised for its engaging and atmospheric qualities, effectively enhancing the gameplay experience, especially during tense moments like shark encounters. While some players appreciate the soothing soundtrack, others express dissatisfaction with technical issues and the overall game design, suggesting that improvements are needed. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's ambiance, but it is not enough to overshadow the criticisms regarding other aspects.
- “The background music is just lit!”
- “If you like games where you can listen to soothing music while you play, this is a game for you.”
- “Music shifts as if my raft is about to be attacked by Mr. Toothy (my name for the shark that circles your raft) and then shifts back with nothing happening.”
- “Always hangs when I play, graphics are bad, story isn't interesting, the way the game's look makes the person say that this game is not good. The idea is good but it needs more realism, crashes, music is bad.”
- “Every time I go to another raft, the screen blacks out and music plays. I've waited for hours for it to come back but it never did. Please fix this, then I'll give it five stars.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The game's optimization is criticized for several issues, including unreliable functionality of the fishing net and furnace, frequent stuttering and freezing during gameplay, and performance problems even on high-end devices. Users also express frustration over the lack of customizable button layouts and the need to adjust developer options for smoother performance.
- “The game struggles with optimization, as it refuses to use the fishing net and the four-slot optimized furnace. Deleting something from the queue doesn't reliably open up the slot for anything.”
- “I would like to see better performance optimization, as the game causes my phone, which has almost 3GHz, to lag significantly while playing. I often have to go through developer options to adjust the GPU just to play this game.”
- “It refuses to use the fishing net, the four-slot optimized furnace, and deleting something from the queue doesn't reliably open up said slot for anything.”
- “My few problems are: 1, you can't customize your button layout, and 2, the constant stuttering when I'm playing; the game freezes for like half a second every half second.”
- “I would like to have better performance because it makes my phone, which has almost 3GHz, lag while playing. I have to go through developer options to set the GPU just to play this game.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find that while the game offers an interesting experience initially, its replayability diminishes significantly after completing the early quests and missions, partly due to quick resource depletion and somewhat stiff controls.
- “Hunger and thirst deplete way too quickly for my liking. The controls are a bit stiff, but it's worth a play if you're looking for something new. However, the game loses its replayability after you get past the first few quests and missions.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users find the humor in the game to be enjoyable and engaging, contributing to an overall positive experience. The lightheartedness and playful elements resonate well, leading to high ratings and enthusiasm for the game's features.
- “The humor in this game is top-notch! I love how it keeps me laughing while I explore and build.”
- “It's hilarious how the game combines silly elements with serious gameplay. I can't stop chuckling!”
- “The witty dialogue and funny scenarios make every moment enjoyable. This game is a comedy gem!”