Savage Resurrection
- August 18, 2016
- S2 Games, LLC
- 18h median play time
Get on Steam"Savage Resurrection" is a multiplayer-only game that combines action FPS and RTS gameplay in Unreal 4 environments. Engage in 16v16 front-line combat, or take command to outplay and outmaneuver your opponents. Secure resources, craft buildings and research new weapons to gain the upper hand in combat. Features quick-match, practice mode with bots, and offline play. Servers are currently located in the US and EU with more planned.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Great blend of RTS and FPS gameplay, reminiscent of the original Savage games.
- Beautiful graphics and smooth performance, especially for an early access title.
- Active developers who frequently update the game and listen to community feedback.
- Low player base, making it difficult to find matches, especially outside peak hours.
- Balancing issues, particularly with melee combat and the effectiveness of certain classes.
- Game feels unfinished in some aspects, with bugs and a lack of polish affecting the overall experience.
- gameplay104 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its unique blend of RTS and FPS elements, as well as its strategic depth and potential for skill development. However, many criticize the mechanics as clunky, unbalanced, and lacking polish, leading to a frustrating experience, especially for new players. Overall, while the core concept is intriguing, significant improvements are needed to enhance the gameplay experience and retain player interest.
“The gameplay is fun, it is easy to learn and there is lots of variety in the roles you can play.”
“Great gameplay, a nice mixture of weapon types and strategies, a decent skill ceiling and a strong emphasis on using both ranged and melee.”
“If you enjoy smooth gameplay that encourages fast reaction times, but also makes you use your brain to outplay the enemy, then yes.”
“Mechanics are crap and I'm sad that anyone thought this was okay to release.”
“The gameplay is not speaking to me; the game has way too much focus on ranged combat. Even when playing as a beast, you cannot get into melee attacking range of a human, and if by some miracle you manage to, they block your attack and then proceed to kill you while you are stunned.”
“Geat idea but need a lot of work still; games are very one-sided. You either do so well it's impossible to lose or so bad it's impossible to win. So far, I'm yet to see any sort of comeback or close gameplay.”
- graphics59 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game have received a mixed reception. Many players praise the visuals as beautiful and well-executed, particularly with the use of the Unreal 4 engine, while others note issues with optimization and performance, especially on lower-end systems. Despite some criticisms regarding the lack of groundbreaking innovation in the art style, the graphics are generally considered a significant improvement over the original game, contributing positively to the overall atmosphere.
“The graphics have improved significantly, now using the Unreal 4 engine.”
“It has perfect style, gorgeous models, bright and saturated graphics, and great sounds and music which perfectly fit in and complement the atmosphere.”
“Great game, beautiful graphics just needs more people to play.”
“The graphics aren't the best, the physics have their off times, but the game feels smooth, the combat is done well, the map design flows nicely.”
“People with top-end gaming computers are still getting frame rate loss even while playing on low graphics settings.”
“The graphics look like a 10-year-old game.”
- optimization24 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including drastic frame rate drops and long loading times, even on high-end systems. While some users appreciate the beautiful graphics and smooth performance on lower settings, the overall consensus is that the game requires substantial optimization and bug fixes to enhance the gameplay experience. Frequent updates from the developers show promise, but until these performance issues are resolved, many players are hesitant to recommend the game.
“Graphics are beautiful, with maxed out settings being easier to achieve on most games using this kind of engine because of its optimization for lower stress on graphics cards.”
“And they are working really hard in tweaking the performance of the game, also adding maps in this :), thanks devs!”
“Overall this game has great potential; it needs just simple tweaks and optimization, but right now it's a solid 7/10. I apologize for my bad review, but getting 6 fps on low and 1280x1024 on my GTX 760 is unacceptable. But thanks to the devs for patching and addressing my concerns and caring about my experience.”
“Biggest reason was the poor optimization - even with specs well above the recommended, the FPS crashes from 144 to 20 at the slightest bit of action; lowering settings doesn't change it at all.”
“In a game that's about fast reactions like this, such a performance is unbearable.”
“I'll change the review to positive once they do some basic optimizations; right now I'm getting 35 FPS with everything set to low and that's unacceptable.”
- stability20 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 90 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and unbalanced gameplay leading to a frustrating experience. Many players note a lack of active development and a dwindling player base, resulting in matches often filled with AI rather than real opponents. While some users find enjoyment in the game, the overall consensus highlights significant stability issues that detract from its potential.
“I have an i7-3770K, Radeon 7900, and 8GB RAM, and it runs great.”
“Even as of now, there is a solid amount of content for a $25 game, and it runs great on low detail with my 8GB RAM AMD R6 PC.”
“Don't even bother wasting your time with this one, it's a broken, buggy, unbalanced mess.”
“This game has no player base and is abandoned by its devs, left to die in a buggy state.”
“Very buggy and yet I do have the hardware requirements as well as a good connection.”
- monetization15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- -7 % neutral mentions
- 87 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many reviewers expressing disappointment over the developers' focus on profit rather than delivering a quality experience. Players feel that the game was released with minimal updates and high early access prices, alongside the introduction of microtransactions for loot boxes, which detracts from its potential and alienates the loyal fanbase. Overall, the lack of effective advertising and the perception of prioritizing quick profits over player satisfaction have contributed to a negative reception regarding monetization.
“The game has a fair monetization model that doesn't pressure players into spending money.”
“I appreciate that the developers offer cosmetic items for purchase without impacting gameplay.”
“The monetization strategy is transparent, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling forced to buy anything.”
“This was just a cash grab by the developers.”
“This game had potential, but S2 decided to rake in the profits from early access and then move on to their next cash grab.”
“With an incredibly buggy game and huge performance issues, they decided to keep the early access price high and introduced microtransactions for loot boxes.”
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game features a blend of old-school fast-paced metal and techno beats, which complements the action without being distracting. While some players appreciate the atmospheric and fitting soundtrack reminiscent of classic titles, others criticize the lack of music during key gameplay moments and express dissatisfaction with the overall quality. Overall, the reception of the music is mixed, with some praising its energy and style, while others find it lacking or inappropriate.
“The soundtrack is old school with fast-paced metal mixed with techno beats fitting your generic action shooter, and does not distract from the gameplay too much.”
“It has perfect style, gorgeous models, bright and saturated graphics, a wooden-steampunk medieval technological look, costly GUI and inventory icons, great sounds and music which perfectly fit in and complement the atmosphere, outstanding look overall.”
“Fabulous looking game with the same good 2k3 style soundtrack that was popular with UT2k3 back in the day.”
“The soundtrack is old-school with fast-paced metal mixed with techno beats fitting your generic action shooter, and does not distract from the gameplay too much.”
“What is up with the music?”
“God-awful soundtrack; I think this game needs to have a different soundtrack that fits it better.”
- story4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has been criticized for its lack of depth and expansion, with players feeling that it primarily revolves around simplistic objectives like defeating opponents. Many users express disappointment over the direction and art style changes, hoping for the eventual addition of a more developed story mode in the future.
“Sadly, the story has not been expanded at all - and even while there has been some underlying thought put into design, players are thrown into the world of savagery with the only objective being 'kill the other guys and their base.'”
“They lost key developers since then and the direction, art style, and story took a very bad direction.”
“Hope they eventually add a story mode down the road.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by its stunning graphics and a unique wooden-steampunk aesthetic, complemented by high-quality sound and music that enhance the overall experience. However, some users feel it lacks the distinct charm and soul of its predecessor, suggesting it may resemble a generic title rather than an innovative sequel.
“The graphics, the setting of the game, the whole atmosphere.”
“It has perfect style, gorgeous models, bright and saturated graphics, wooden-steampunk - medieval technological look, costly GUI and inventory icons, great sounds and music which perfectly fit in and complement the atmosphere, outstanding look overall.”
“This looks like just another №999 game made in a generic engine. It lacks the cartoonish style and atmosphere of the original Savage 1; it doesn't capture the soul of the first game.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its quirky mechanics, such as the absurdity of the building and mining processes, which involve a comical hacking animation. Players find the units to be both interesting and amusing, contributing to an overall lighthearted tone.
“The units are really cool, interesting, and funny.”
“The building and mining process is hilariously daft; you hack with your left-click attack animation at whatever you want to build or mine.”
“I found it funny that ever since I left that camp, I really wanted more RTS-FPS hybrids... and we just never got them, until now.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect tedious and lacking in enjoyment, leading to a sense of monotony rather than engaging gameplay.
“It felt like everything was tedious and nothing was really that fun.”
“The grinding is so repetitive that it becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
“I spent hours doing the same tasks over and over, and it just felt like a waste of time.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users highlight that the game offers significantly more replayability compared to titles like No Man's Sky and Order 1866, which were sold at the same price point. This suggests that players find the game's content and mechanics engaging enough to warrant multiple playthroughs.
“This game offers so much more replayability compared to others I've played, making it worth every penny.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more; I can't get enough of it!”
“With multiple paths and endings, each playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
“Remember, they sold No Man's Sky for $60, as well as Order 1866 for $60. This game has much more replayability.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report a strong emotional connection to the game, with many expressing feelings of nostalgia that evoke tears, highlighting its impactful storytelling and relatable themes.
“I almost shed a tear after playing; I'm serious about the nostalgia here.”
“The story hit me hard, and I found myself deeply connected to the characters.”
“This game made me feel a whirlwind of emotions; I laughed, cried, and everything in between.”
