Survarium

62%
Game Brain Score Based on 115 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • atmosphere
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"Survarium is a free-to-play, massively multiplayer, Science Fiction Open World game that offers various game modes including co-op and PvP. Players can survive in anomalies to find valuable artifacts with unique properties, and new DLCs are regularly available for purchase featuring exclusive weapons. The game encourages fighting in a squad or solo, with higher risks leading to higher rewards."

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

62%
Audience ScoreBased on 115 reviews
graphics10 positive mentions
story2 negative mentions
  • Great graphics and atmosphere, reminiscent of the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. series.
  • Intense PVP action with a variety of game modes and good gunplay.
  • Active community and responsive developers who are committed to improving the game.
  • Frequent matchmaking issues and long wait times to find games, often resulting in matches filled with bots.
  • Game is perceived as pay-to-win, with premium players having advantages in gear and upgrades.
  • Lack of promised features like open-world gameplay and PVE content, leading to disappointment among players.
  • graphics20 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as beautiful and well-done, while others criticize them as subpar or outdated, especially for a non-AAA title. Performance issues, such as low frame rates and optimization problems, are also noted, particularly on high-end systems. Overall, while some find the visuals appealing, many express disappointment in the lack of significant improvements over the years.

    • “The graphics look amazing.”
    • “Great game and very competitive + great graphics.”
    • “Loved it thought it was a great game and amazing graphics!”
    • “The graphics are trash unless you want 30 frames with a gaming PC.”
    • “The graphics look okay for a non-AAA studio, but I can't say that I think they have changed much in the last couple of years, which doesn't give me much hope for the future.”
    • “Awful graphics, control, and gameplay overall.”
  • gameplay15 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its fun mechanics, solid visuals, and unique modes, while others criticize it for being boring, having poor graphics, and awkward movement. Overall, the game offers a variety of PvP options and maps, but opinions on the execution and enjoyment of the gameplay experience vary significantly.

    • “The gameplay is pretty solid, I have to say.”
    • “Good mechanics, nice atmosphere, and challenging gameplay.”
    • “Great movement mechanics, aiming, and modifying weapons.”
    • “The gameplay gets boring very fast.”
    • “Awful graphics, control, and gameplay overall.”
    • “Garbage, awful gameplay.”
  • atmosphere6 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, characterized by a fantastic apocalyptic setting filled with ruined environments and unique glowing obstacles. Players appreciate the immersive sound design and music that enhance the overall experience, alongside fluid character movements that contribute to a realistic feel. Overall, the game's atmosphere is a significant draw, making it a standout in the survival FPS genre.

    • “I really like the atmosphere of the maps.”
    • “From what I remember, the music and sound design really drive the atmosphere home.”
    • “Apocalyptic atmosphere is fantastic with a ruined world, weird glowing radiated obstacles, and anomalies.”
  • monetization4 mentions

    The monetization in this game is heavily criticized, with many players feeling it leans towards a cash grab due to excessive in-game purchases and significant advantages for premium players. Users report that while all guns appear to have equal damage, premium players enjoy superior weapon performance, exacerbating concerns about fairness and balance.

    • “The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel overly aggressive.”
    • “I appreciate that the game offers plenty of free content without forcing you to spend money.”
    • “The in-game purchases are optional and don't hinder the overall experience.”
    • “This game at first seemed like a cash grab.”
    • “It is kind of riddled with big in-game purchases, but I've only put in like 2 hours.”
    • “The developers are pushing the microtransactions too far.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its excellent soundtrack, effectively enhancing the atmosphere with a dark and dreary tone that aligns well with the post-apocalyptic setting. Reviewers note that both the music and sound design play a crucial role in immersing players in the game's environment.

    • “The music and sound design really drive the atmosphere home.”
    • “Excellent soundtrack.”
    • “The music is what you'd expect from a post-apocalyptic game: dark, dreary, and depressing.”
  • story3 mentions

    The game lacks a traditional storyline, offering no free roam or looting, but features faction missions and random events for players to engage with. Despite this, it is praised for its creative backstory and concept.

    • “+ creative backstory and concept.”
    • “There is no free roam, no looting, and no storyline.”
    • “You will be able to perform faction missions, participate in random events, and explore the map in search of valuable items.”
  • stability3 mentions

    Overall, users report that the game has a few glitches and bugs, particularly when it comes to matchmaking, but these issues are not severe enough to significantly detract from the experience. Some players express a desire to wait for improvements before fully engaging with the game.

    • “In my opinion, there are just a couple of glitches here and there, but it's not bad at all.”
    • “It's a bit buggy, which can make it hard to find a match.”
    • “I'll give it a try when I hear it's less buggy and well balanced.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The game features appealing level design with abundant nature, but players report issues with optimization, particularly concerning high ping in the EUW region and subpar graphic performance.

    • “I like the level design where there is a lot of nature and foliage (nothing to really hide in though), but I do not think that the game is optimized very well.”
    • “The only problem is the high ping for EUW and the graphic optimization.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is generally appreciated, especially when played with friends, enhancing the overall experience. However, some reviews indicate that not all feedback is constructive or entertaining, suggesting a mixed reception regarding the game's comedic elements.

    • “Yes, I like this game too! It's even more fun when you can play with friends who have the same game. Nice 3D graphics!”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be challenging, noting that while the business model is fair, it requires significant effort to unlock content like maps and weapons without spending real money. The limited community size exacerbates the difficulty of grinding for these items.

    • “The business model is fair, but grindy.”
    • “I think there should be more maps as well as more guns (this also applies to cosmetics and such) that you don't need to buy with real currency since grinding them is quite hard when there isn't a big community.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Users highlight that the game offers a significant amount of replay value, suggesting that players are likely to return for multiple playthroughs due to its engaging content and mechanics.

    • “This game offers a lot of replay value, with multiple paths and endings to explore.”
    • “The variety of choices and character builds keeps me coming back for more.”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh thanks to the dynamic events and random elements.”
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