Romero's Aftermath

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Romero's Aftermath is a multiplayer survival role playing shooter game with a violence theme. It was developed by Free Reign Entertainment and was released on September 24, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Aftermath" is a free, violence-packed shooter game that supports up to 2 players in a massive multiplayer setting, with both co-op and PvP modes. The game offers a harsh open world survival experience, where players can build bases, claim land, and store items. However, due to a dwindling population, the game's servers may not be online for much longer.

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Audience ScoreBased on 4,076 reviews

gameplay39 positive mentions

graphics114 negative mentions

The game is free to play, making it accessible to a wide audience.
Offers a variety of gameplay options, including PVE and PVP servers.
Can be fun to play with friends, providing a social gaming experience.

The game is plagued with bugs and performance issues, leading to frequent crashes.
Many players report a significant presence of hackers, making the game frustrating.
The crafting system is convoluted, requiring blueprints that are hard to find.

graphics
356 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
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The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users describing them as outdated, poorly optimized, and reminiscent of early 2000s titles. While a few players noted decent visuals under certain conditions, the majority criticized the low frame rates, clunky animations, and overall lack of polish, leading to a consensus that the graphics significantly detract from the gaming experience. Despite some appreciation for the gameplay, the visual quality remains a major point of contention among players.
- “The graphics are better than other post-apocalyptic games!”
- “I downloaded it and played for a while and I had no lag at all and the graphics were awesome for a free-to-play zombie survival game.”
- “Overall... I love the game =d the graphics are sweet gameplay is simply it has crafting (always a +) and a ton of sweet looking skins for armor and weapons (have to pay real money/get enough in-game money for them).”
- “The graphics are horrible, and it seems like every time I spawn into a world I'm in a crappy desert!!!”
- “The graphics are complete garbage to be honest, the textures are equally garbage.”
- “The graphics are awful and buggy, the map is too big, the map is boring as hell (you can't even open doors).”
gameplay
175 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
57%
21%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its mechanics and fun factor, particularly in multiplayer settings, while others criticize it for being clunky, buggy, and reminiscent of poorly executed previous titles. Many users noted issues with graphics, AI behavior, and a convoluted crafting system, leading to a lack of depth and replayability. Overall, while some find enjoyment in the gameplay, significant improvements are needed for a more polished experience.
- “Best zombie survival game I've ever played; no other has been able to achieve such great mechanics.”
- “I hope one day a new remake of this game will see the light because I enjoyed every minute of gameplay.”
- “The game feels smooth; yes, there might be a few bugs, but those are minor bugs, the gameplay is totally worth downloading for.”
- “Just by looking at the trailer, you can tell the game is just a Unity asset flip with poor textures and poor quality gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is horrible: the zombies look like dolls, guns are super easy to find, spawn kill, and a stupid pay-to-win economy.”
- “The gameplay is miserable.”
stability
115 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
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The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly hinder gameplay. Many players describe it as a "buggy mess," with issues ranging from erratic zombie behavior to frequent server disconnects and performance drops. While some users acknowledge the game's potential and enjoy its concept, the overwhelming consensus is that it requires substantial improvements to its stability before it can be recommended.
- “Overall plays, looks, sounds, and runs great.”
- “The game runs great and is a lot of fun.”
- “This game is a joke, it's buggy as hell, crashes a lot (I run Black Ops 3 on full with no problems), it is very poorly optimized, has awful animations, the cheapest servers in the world, the lag is horrible.”
- “Do not install, this game is horribly buggy.”
- “The makers of Infestation (aka WarZ) are at it again with this load of crap, they failed so badly with the WarZ they had to change the name of their company to try and start fresh, however it's so obvious that this game is the WarZ, they reused all the models and sounds, I tried to play it just to see if it were any different but the game is buggy as hell, I couldn't even try it for 5 minutes without the game being jittery and unplayable.”
optimization
96 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players reporting severe performance issues, including lag, low frame rates, and crashes, even on high-end systems. While some users note improvements in optimization over time, the consensus is that significant work is still needed to make the game playable for a broader audience. Overall, the game's current state is described as poorly optimized, with many recommending waiting for further updates before diving in.
- “This is finally optimized and a lot of fun!”
- “All in all this could be a great game once optimized.”
- “Optimization is top tier just like DayZ.”
- “This game is a joke, it's buggy as hell, crashes a lot (I run Black Ops 3 on full with no problems) it is very poorly optimized, has awful animations, the cheapest servers in the world, the lag is horrible.”
- “The game's optimization is truly awful, but it's something that the devs can, and hopefully are going to, work on.”
- “It's not well optimized, so much lag and bad graphics.”
story
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
72%
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The reviews indicate a significant dissatisfaction with the game's story aspect, with many players noting the absence of a coherent narrative or engaging backstory. While some mention the potential for missions and interactions, the overall consensus is that the game lacks meaningful quests, character development, and a compelling storyline, leading to a disjointed and uninspired experience.
- “The story has many twists and turns while the combat is flawless.”
- “- A story-driven world rich with NPCs and lore to get lost in.”
- “Let me tell you a fun story with me and my friend that you cannot really encounter in other games, but games like these.”
- “The story is non-existent.”
- “Main features, like real storyline and gameplay are non-existent.”
- “Whats the fucking story? Is there a story or do we just start in a world? This whole place is a desert and some grass and trees, and the thing you call cities, if you look at them far away, they're copy and pasted pictures. That's what you call lazy. The game right now is 100% shit. I recommend not getting this.”
monetization
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, heavily relying on microtransactions that detract from the overall experience. Players express frustration over the necessity of in-game purchases to progress, with many feeling misled by promises of cosmetic-only transactions that turned out to be untrue. Overall, the game's monetization model is seen as exploitative, prioritizing profit over player satisfaction and game development.
- “The game may be free, but there are in-game purchases.”
- “Not only did they claim that you wouldn't be able to buy guns, but that microtransactions were only supposed to be cosmetic.”
- “Because the game was an absolute mess of microtransactions and bad design, they rebranded it numerous times to try to trick people into playing it again.”
- “Gameplay wasn't awful and I will admit that I have had fun, but it was always clear that there was no future with this game when they put microtransactions before actual development.”
- “The graphics are horrible, there is little to do, and many features are based on microtransactions.”
humor
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is often derived from its glitches and absurd situations, such as players panicking during zombie encounters or the bizarre interactions with other players, like trading for a gold maze skin with standard ammo. Many users find that playing with friends enhances the comedic experience, despite the game's numerous bugs and issues, which add an unintended layer of humor. Overall, while the game has its flaws, players appreciate the funny moments that arise from both gameplay and interactions within the community.
- “The base building was a complete joke; it was the only thing that was fun and kept my friend and I entertained. If I remember correctly, we even crashed the server with what we did, but that was so long ago.”
- “One thing that surprised me a bit was their blatant attempt at the Valve's case system, except instead of keys, they use USB sticks. It's pretty hilarious.”
- “It's funny to play with friends, and I really enjoy the funny moments we have together.”
grinding
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players overwhelmingly describe the grinding aspect of the game as tedious and time-consuming, often requiring significant investment without substantial rewards. Many feel that solo play is particularly frustrating, as the grind can lead to little payoff, especially when faced with unbalanced mechanics and potential cheating from other players. While some enjoy the addictive nature of farming and loot collection, the overall sentiment leans towards grinding being a major drawback that detracts from the gaming experience.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “This isn't really a game; it's a grinding sim that glitches out every second and is extremely unbalanced.”
- “I felt like I was constantly grinding and getting no payout.”
- “No point in grinding for gear if you're just going to lose it to some sad hacker.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
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The music aspect of the game has received largely negative feedback, with many users noting the absence of in-game music and ambient sounds, which detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciated the title music, the lack of engaging audio during gameplay has left players feeling disappointed and suggesting that the game would benefit from a more robust soundtrack. Overall, the sound effects and music elements are considered weak and in need of significant improvement.
- “They put in better music.”
- “The funnest part about playing this game was the 30 minutes I spent watching music videos on YouTube while attempting to get to the actual gameplay after a failed download and several tries at registering.”
- “No music in the game.”
- “Another thing I would like to see changed is music... there is no music or ambient sounds.”
- “The sound effects are also very weak and the main menu music is basically nonexistent.”
atmosphere
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it impressive and well-suited for a zombie survival experience, capturing the tension and mood of a zombie apocalypse, others criticize it for lacking depth and engaging visuals. The lengthy travel times contribute to a sense of realism, but not all players appreciate this aspect, with some suggesting that other games better deliver the desired atmosphere. Overall, the game's atmosphere is polarizing, with strong opinions on both sides.
- “The atmosphere is perfect for a zombie game; you never feel safe!”
- “It does, however, capture the mood and atmosphere of a zombie apocalypse really well.”
- “It puts a bit more atmosphere and sense of mystery in the game.”
- “This game has no atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere isn't like a post-apocalyptic game...”
- “Look up H1Z1 if you want a zombie game with atmosphere or Contagion.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional responses to the game are mixed, with some players expressing deep disappointment and frustration over its cancellation, feeling let down after significant investment and time spent. Others report experiencing strong negative emotions, including sadness and anger, due to gameplay issues, while a few find moments of joy in the game's potential. Overall, the emotional impact ranges from heartfelt investment to profound dissatisfaction.
- “Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
- “This made me feel happy again, because it's a sign that Freereign Entertainment got back to this.”
- “This game is so bad it made me cry.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is limited, offering only a few hours of fun primarily through trading for unique skins, but it lacks sufficient content to sustain long-term engagement. Players feel that significant updates and improvements are necessary to enhance its longevity and overall replay value.
- “Fun gameplay for a couple of hours, but there really isn't much else to keep you going. You will eventually play just to trade for some unique skins, which is achievable. However, in terms of longevity and replayability, the game requires new things to be added.”
- “The game has a long way to go before it is more playable; it needs tons of work!”
- “Replayability: 6”
- “Fun gameplay for a couple of hours worth of fun, but there really isn't much else to keep you going. You will eventually play just so you can trade for some unique skins, which is achievable, but in terms of longevity and replayability, the game requires new things to be added.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that character development lacks innovation, with players noting repetitive character designs and a stagnant cash shop system that fails to enhance the overall experience.
- “The character development feels stagnant, with no real progression or depth.”
- “There is a lack of variety in character designs, making them feel repetitive.”
- “The cash shop heavily influences character customization, limiting true development.”