Wasteland Raiders

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Wasteland Raiders is a single player open world role playing game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Creative Storm Entertainment and was released on November 10, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

Wasteland Raiders is a post-apocalyptic first-person shooter set in a harsh, open world. Scavenge for resources, build and customize your base, and form alliances to survive against rival factions and deadly mutants. With a dynamic day-night cycle and a focus on tactical combat, each playthrough offers a unique challenge.

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 223 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

grinding16 negative mentions

Engaging base management and raiding mechanics that allow players to immerse themselves in a post-apocalyptic world.
Unique concept of playing as the 'bad guys' adds a refreshing twist to the gameplay experience.
The game features a variety of character customization options and a weapon leveling system that enhances the depth of combat.

Combat can feel repetitive and tedious, with limited tactical options leading to a lack of engagement during battles.
The user interface is cluttered and not intuitive, making it difficult to navigate and manage resources effectively.
The game lacks sufficient endgame content and replayability, leading to a sense of stagnation after a few hours of play.

gameplay
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
79%
8%
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of excitement and disappointment, with many players finding the mechanics repetitive and lacking depth. While some appreciate the game's unique themes and basic systems, others criticize the poor user interface and unclear mechanics, leading to a sense of aimlessness. Overall, the gameplay offers a solid foundation but is seen as needing significant improvements and additional content to enhance player engagement.
- “Gameplay: game is enjoyable both on normal and hard difficulty.”
- “There's a lot of stuff and mechanics and it's pretty cohesive.”
- “Excited at the start and very disappointed after 4 hours of gameplay.”
- “Gameplay: you have to scavenge for supplies, but scavenging makes your group revolt and leave or attack you.”
- “Very repetitive gameplay, not much else to do but kill everyone you see, and that's about it.”
graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
41%
13%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the unique and hand-drawn art style that enhances the post-apocalyptic atmosphere, while others criticize the outdated visuals and lack of animations. Although the art style is appreciated for its gritty and detailed aesthetic, many feel that the overall graphical execution falls short, appearing simplistic and lacking polish. Overall, the visuals are described as functional but not particularly impressive, with a few standout elements that elevate the game's atmosphere.
- “The art style is simple but fits well, and the flavor in the world is excellent.”
- “The character art is gritty & raw with a fantastic detailed, post-apocalyptic aesthetic.”
- “Visuals and art style are unique and just gorgeous!”
- “Ancient graphics, non-existent animations.”
- “Visuals are alright, nothing special but trying too hard to give a 'wasteland' vibe, ending up looking like a generic mess.”
- “Graphical animations need significant improvement; everything feels lackluster and like a chore.”
grinding
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, especially in the mid to late game, where combat and progression slow down significantly. While some enjoy the initial gameplay and the sense of conquest, many express frustration with the repetitive nature of battles and the lack of options to speed up or skip them. Overall, the grind can detract from the enjoyment, making the experience feel basic and overly drawn out.
- “Early to mid game is okay, but once you get the game rolling you realize it is tediously grindy.”
- “Only bad thing I can say is that progression is really slow and grindy.”
- “First out, the gameplay does need some work; it gets horribly grindy and fairly boring about mid-point.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
62%
19%
The game's story is minimal and largely revolves around the player's personal journey, with a focus on rising to power or facing failure. While there are some interesting side quests, the overall narrative is basic and not the main draw of the game, often featuring random story elements that can feel disjointed. Players seeking a deep, linear storyline may find the lack of traditional quests and character interactions disappointing.
- “So join my lonely desert, traveler, and write your own bandit story.”
- “Imperfect but fun with good story elements and a good challenge.”
- “There are numerous interesting side quests as well which all have real consequences.”
- “There isn't much of a story here.”
- “It's a basic story but let's be honest, this isn't the reason this game exists.”
- “Random story pop-ups thrown at my face out of nowhere, story dumping random sh*t one after another.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
50%
21%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its calming and atmospheric qualities, while others criticize it for being monotonous and repetitive. Although the soundtrack contributes positively to the overall ambiance, many feel it lacks depth and variety, limiting the game's potential despite its engaging graphics and gameplay. Overall, while the music is appreciated by some, it is often seen as a weak point in an otherwise complex and interesting game.
- “Great setting and atmosphere, the music is awesome.”
- “I absolutely love the calm and soothing soundtrack.”
- “The game has great graphics, music, and sound effects.”
- “By monotonous, the music is one of the worst culprits with a basic score that repeats quickly.”
- “I think this is a real shame as it bottlenecks the game into simplicity in this area despite the fact that the rest of the management is much more complex and interesting with a great atmosphere to the world, text, aesthetics, and music.”
- “The music is there, it's not outstanding.”
replayability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
28%
27%
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag. While the randomly generated world offers infinite replay potential for players seeking new experiences, some users feel that once the game is completed, there is little incentive to return, especially if key features are unlocked too late in the playthrough. Thus, while there are elements that enhance replayability, such as sandbox modes and randomization, many players express a desire for more engaging content post-completion.
- “The world is randomly generated, thus making this game infinitely replayable if you want more wasteland action.”
- “Great game, infinite replayability.”
- “The map generates randomly, which enhances the replayability.”
- “The only things that didn't match my expectations were that I anticipated losing once or twice before beating the game -- but that didn't happen -- and that there's no replayability value, because after you've beaten it once, you have seen everything.”
- “Fun game which currently doesn't offer the replayability of other titles but is still worth checking out.”
- “This is important for replayability.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
30%
30%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive depiction of post-apocalyptic settings, enhanced by stylish artwork, detailed environments, and an engaging soundtrack. Players appreciate the blend of dark humor and atmospheric storytelling, which enriches the overall experience despite some simplicity in gameplay mechanics. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature, effectively drawing players into its unique world.
- “Very good capture of the post-apocalyptic wastelands - the game shines in its atmosphere.”
- “Great setting and atmosphere; the music is awesome.”
- “Nice touches of detail and stylish artwork elevate the atmosphere a few notches.”
- “Nothing too earth shattering with the combat or design decisions, but solid in its atmosphere and dark humor.”
- “The atmosphere of the game is on point.”
- “This is 90% combat with also base building, crafting and events + flavor text to draw the atmosphere.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its cheeky and subtle wit, often eliciting genuine laughter through clever writing. While the combat and design may not be groundbreaking, the dark humor effectively enhances the overall atmosphere, making the experience enjoyable for players.
- “Not only are we getting to play the bad guys, it's cheeky enough to be a bit funny and keep you clicking about.”
- “The writing made me laugh.”
- “Nothing too earth-shattering with the combat or design decisions, but solid in its atmosphere and dark humor.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users report a stable experience with no significant bugs, glitches, or crashes during gameplay. However, some players express a desire for more content and quests to enhance their experience.
- “Not because it's buggy, but because I would like to have more content and quests.”
- “[*] [b]Bugs / glitches / crashes:[/b]”
- “I had no bugs, glitches, or crashes in 7 hours of raiding innocent people.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The game is criticized for being poorly optimized, utilizing excessive GPU resources relative to its graphical quality. This has led to performance issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, ensuring smooth performance even during intense moments.”
- “The developers have clearly focused on performance, making the gameplay experience seamless and enjoyable.”
- “I appreciate how well-optimized the game is, allowing for a fluid experience without any noticeable lag.”
- “It's also pretty poorly optimized and uses too much GPU for the level of graphics.”
- “The genre has had the over-the-top cut-scene performance of Tim Curry to live up to, so it isn't happening lightly.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is praised for its strong design and customization options, complemented by quality writing and art direction, which enhance the overall experience of encounters in the game.
- “The character design and customization were impressive, and the writing was engaging. Overall, the art direction was excellent, and I enjoyed all of the encounters.”
- “The depth of character development really drew me in, making each interaction feel meaningful and impactful.”
- “I loved how the characters evolved throughout the game, with their backstories and motivations becoming more complex as the story progressed.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a desire to engage with emotionally complex characters, specifically mercenaries, in challenging environments, highlighting the emotional depth and potential for intense storytelling within the game.
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization approach in the game reflects a genuine passion for the genre, indicating that the developers are committed to delivering quality content rather than simply seeking profit.