Story Of the Survivor

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Story Of the Survivor is a single player survival role playing game with horror and anime themes. It was developed by Akamari Games and was released on December 10, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

Story of the Survivor is an action RPG that takes place during a zombie apocalypse. Surviving isn't going to be easy, and zombies aren't the only things to worry about. You must also eat and drink to survive as well as avoid other survivors.

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Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game has a decent crafting system that adds depth to the gameplay.
The story, while simple, has moments of interest and emotional depth, particularly in its portrayal of survival in a zombie apocalypse.
Despite its flaws, many players found the game enjoyable and worth the low price point.

The game suffers from numerous bugs, including issues with controls, navigation, and combat mechanics, making it frustrating to play.
There are significant spelling and grammar errors throughout the game, which detract from the overall experience.
The game feels incomplete, with many players noting a lack of direction and clarity in objectives, leading to confusion and aimless wandering.

story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Story of the Survivor" is generally viewed as simplistic and derivative, often relying on familiar zombie survival tropes, yet it manages to surprise with engaging side missions and emotional depth. While some players appreciate its unique elements and pacing, others criticize it for grammar issues and a lack of originality, suggesting it could benefit from a more innovative approach. Overall, the narrative is seen as a mixed bag, appealing to some while leaving others wanting more.
- “Focusing on the task at hand, I can assure you that despite the generic theme, 'Story of the Survivor' still managed to surprise me at times.”
- “The story does a solid job of conveying the feelings and emotions of a world in the midst of a zombie apocalypse.”
- “Story of the Survivor wishes to carve a name for itself and remain as original as it can.”
- “The story is boring and it's buggy as hell.”
- “Story is just rehashed zombie survival nonsense.”
- “Story's pacing is odd, one moment fast and frantic, the next 'oh boy we've been talking forever = I just met you and said less than 20 lines.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing them as subpar and reminiscent of low-quality fan projects, particularly due to the limitations of the RPG Maker engine. However, others appreciate the developers' efforts to create a cohesive aesthetic and tone that effectively immerses players in the zombie/apocalypse theme.
- “The game looks as good as it’ll ever get on that graphics engine and assets provider.”
- “The art assets created and selected, along with the game’s soundtrack, establish the necessary tone and aesthetic to immerse players in their elaborate game world.”
- “They opted for a zombie/apocalypse theme instead of the usual fantasy, but that does nothing to help the cringey fan-fiction tier writing and terrible graphics.”
- “I don’t understand why games using this graphical medium have to eschew the auxiliary system that Valve implements for its users.”
- “However, what is immediately clear between the art assets created and selected and the game’s soundtrack is that the developers have established the necessary tone and aesthetic required to immerse players into their elaborate game world.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is marred by significant issues such as getting stuck on objects, encountering invisible walls, and frustrating design choices that penalize exploration. However, some players find that the gameplay itself can mitigate the negative impact of the game's audiovisual shortcomings.
- “At least the gameplay itself washes away some of the 'shame' or more precisely, bitter taste that the audiovisual limitations left me with.”
- “There are glaring issues with the gameplay, getting stuck in objects, invisible walls, visible walls that you can actually walk through, and sections that rely on you not making a wrong turn or investigating anything else; otherwise, you'll just have to reload and go again.”
- “At least the gameplay itself washes away some of the 'shame' or, more precisely, the bitter taste that the audiovisual limitations left me with.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for effectively establishing the necessary tone and aesthetic, enhancing player immersion in the elaborate game world. However, some players feel that the lack of an original soundtrack forces them to rely on external sources, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “And the music, for a game like this, is really good.”
- “However, what is immediately clear between the art assets both created and selected from those already made and the game’s soundtrack is that the developers have established the necessary tone and the aesthetic required to immerse players into their elaborate game world.”
- “Forcing me to play my own 'creepy soundtrack' off YouTube doesn't leave much room for interpretation.”
- “The game's soundtrack fails to complement the visuals, making it difficult to immerse myself in the experience.”
- “The music feels repetitive and uninspired, detracting from the overall atmosphere of the game.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, citing slow combat mechanics and a lack of mobility that detracts from the overall experience.
- “The combat is a joke, and your character can't run for more than five seconds before needing to stop. It just makes the whole game tedious.”
- “Grinding feels like an endless chore rather than an engaging part of the game.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay invested in the story or characters.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game to be genuinely entertaining, often overlooking spelling and grammar errors due to the comedic value they add. Many reviewers express a preference for prioritizing gameplay improvements over correcting these minor issues.
- “The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout my playthrough.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay; the funny character interactions and absurd situations make every moment enjoyable.”
- “The comedic elements are spot on, providing a perfect balance of lightheartedness that enhances the overall experience.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, including numerous bugs that affect gameplay, such as inconsistent interactions with objects and visual glitches. Players have reported frustrating experiences with mechanics that don't function as intended, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- “Even though it was made in RPG Maker, it has the classic survival elements, such as crafting; however, the story is boring and it's buggy as hell.”
- “It's kind of buggy with the walls and blocking objects. I wanted to turn off the lights in 'the shelter,' but it seems I just broke the glass and the candle is still lit. Sometimes it has no candle, and sometimes it turns into a golden kind of electric lamp... what is this, guys?”