Road to Eden
- February 28, 2019
- Zouking
- 44h median play time
Get on SteamRoad to Eden is a third-person cooperative survival game set in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by alien forces. With no memory of your past, you must join other survivors on the dangerous journey to Project Eden, the last hope for humanity. Crafting in the game is recipe-based, with players learning new recipes by finding books and broken objects, and gaining experience to level up their characters. The game can be played as a single player or on official/player-created servers.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique twist on the survival genre, combining crafting, exploration, and a storyline that keeps players engaged.
- The developer is highly active and responsive to community feedback, frequently updating the game and addressing bugs.
- The game features a large map with diverse environments, numerous crafting options, and a variety of enemies that enhance the gameplay experience.
- The game suffers from performance issues, including lag and frame rate drops, which can hinder the overall experience.
- Many players have reported bugs and glitches that affect gameplay, leading to frustration and a sense of unfinished quality.
- The multiplayer experience is lacking, with limited servers and connectivity issues, making it difficult for players to enjoy co-op gameplay.
- graphics28 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the overall aesthetic and background designs, describing them as good or even amazing, while others note that they feel dated compared to modern standards. Some users report smooth performance on lower-end PCs, although issues like incomplete loading and camera clipping have been highlighted. Overall, while the graphics may not be cutting-edge, they contribute positively to the game's immersive experience.
“Overall, the graphics are good, and the background graphics are amazing.”
“I load into the world, I thought it looked pretty cool actually, I like the gritty 'stalkeresque' graphic vibe in games when they are done well.”
“Graphics are just breathtaking if you take the time to look at them and the sound is also very nice (especially the reinforced bunker door... it's just awesome).”
“This game is unbearable, graphics suck, movement suck its always lagging, looting system suck.. i've had enough.”
“The graphics are passable, and I do like the designs they used for items shown in your inventory but nearly everything looks like it's from a couple generations back.”
“It looks decent graphics wise, but nowadays that isn't really special.”
- optimization28 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 32 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many players reporting severe performance issues such as stuttering, frame drops, and crashes, even on high-end systems. While some users note improvements following updates, the consensus is that the game remains poorly optimized, particularly for lower-end PCs, and requires further development to address these issues. Despite its potential, many players express frustration and caution, suggesting that it may be best to wait for more substantial optimization before fully engaging with the game.
“I have zero issues in performance!”
“Performance is getting better since the last optimization update; the only niggle I have is sometimes it can take several tries to load the saved game, but it's a great survival game and more developed than others in the survival genre.”
“The game looks great; it just needs optimization and bugs to be fixed. By the way, the game is very playable even in early access.”
“Well, as I went on playing, the 'occasional' problems instead turned out to be a major pain in the ass, almost game-breaking, game-ruining, stuttering mix of countless bugs, glitches, crashes - all that topped with bad mechanics and horrible optimization/performance.”
“I have never in 30 years of gameplay seen a game so terribly optimized.”
“This game's optimization is a joke.”
- stability21 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- -10 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with players reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and performance issues that significantly detract from the experience. Many feel the game is unfinished and poorly optimized, leading to constant lag and crashes, while the developer's lack of communication and commitment to fixing these problems has left users frustrated. Overall, the consensus is that the game is a "buggy mess" that fails to meet even early access standards.
“I can now confirm it runs and runs great.”
“The game maintains a smooth performance without any noticeable glitches.”
“I've experienced consistent stability throughout my gameplay sessions.”
“Enjoyed what there was of the game, however the developer has moved on to another game, leaving this one unfinished and buggy.”
“Unfortunately after all this time it still lags constantly, is buggy, clunky and unfinished in my opinion.”
“Constant freezes, stutters and lag that is so bad, I honestly didn't know it was possible.”
- gameplay21 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the title shows promise with enjoyable mechanics and a wealth of content, particularly in its early access state, but suffers from significant bugs, glitches, and optimization issues that detract from the experience. While the game offers engaging single-player and multiplayer elements, including quests and customization options, many players report frustrating gameplay mechanics and performance problems that need urgent attention. Overall, the foundation is solid, but it requires substantial polish and refinement to reach its full potential.
“Initially a promising title, while not graphically the best, both the setting and gameplay were quite enjoyable from a single player perspective.”
“Yes, the game itself is great; lots of gameplay done in a unique way. However, it is more fun with friends as getting through dungeons can be very difficult all alone.”
“For an early access title, there is tons of content and hours of gameplay that most EA titles don't have.”
“Well, as I went on playing, the 'occasional' problems instead turned out to be a major pain in the ass, almost game-breaking, game-ruining, stuttering mess of countless bugs, glitches, crashes - all that topped with bad mechanics and horrible optimization/performance.”
“Worst game I have ever played, has more bugs than a sewer system. It should be listed as close alpha and not alpha. Optimization is trash, gameplay is really bad, a true collection of free assets. It's more like a game built with other scrap game parts; no thanks, there is no future here.”
“I have never in 30 years of gameplay seen a game so terribly optimized.”
- story18 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's story is straightforward, revolving around an alien invasion that has walled off the player's exploration area, but it lacks effective execution and structure, leading to a somewhat disorganized quest system. While the narrative has potential and is complemented by engaging survival mechanics, players find the initial difficulty and chaotic quest design detract from the overall experience. As the game is still in alpha, there is hope for further development and a more cohesive story in the future.
“The story was simple but interesting.”
“This survival game has the basis of a story and the people are infected with a blue toxic substance from an alien race.”
“Technically there is a story, but not effectively.”
“The story is straightforward: aliens have arrived and they have walled the area you are exploring in.”
“The beginning is difficult and the quests are a bit of a mess that need structure; the quests are there now but it didn't work for me.”
- grinding7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game features significant grinding, particularly after around 40 hours of play, which can become tedious for players focused on building. While the grinding aspect may frustrate newcomers, it appeals to those who enjoy survival mechanics, resource management, and extensive crafting systems. Overall, the game offers a mix of farming, cooking, and base-building activities that require substantial investment in time and effort.
“You reach a point (for me, it was about 40 hours in) where the game gets to be really grindy.”
“It is tedious and unpleasant for the people who enjoy the building aspect of games.”
“Frustrates many newbie players since the game is all about grinding.”
- music3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game has a nice, eerie quality that some players appreciate, but there are notable issues with the audio settings, as they are limited to menu music only. Additionally, players have experienced confusion regarding the music toggling on and off during gameplay. Overall, while the atmosphere is enhanced by the music, the lack of comprehensive audio options detracts from the experience.
“The music is nice and has an eerie feeling.”
“I turned off the music because I always do in games. It turns off, but it's still on when I load into the world. I'm so confused; but it's alpha.”
“The game has been out since 2019, and the only audio settings are for the menu music.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is polarizing; while some players find it amusing and engaging, leading to continuous play, others feel it falls flat and lacks comedic value. The creative naming of enemies by players adds a layer of fun, contributing to the overall comedic experience for some.
“I found myself laughing and wanting to play nonstop.”
“You don't fight zombies; you fight 'infected.' Our little group made up names for some of them, and it was quite hilarious.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is well-received, with players noting its unique qualities that set it apart from other survival games. Overall, it creates an engaging and distinct experience.
“The atmosphere is immersive and unique; after playing several survival games lately, this one has its own distinct vibe, and I appreciate that.”
“The game's atmosphere draws you in, creating a sense of tension and excitement that keeps you engaged.”
“The hauntingly beautiful environment enhances the overall experience, making every moment feel significant.”
