SURVIVAL: Postapocalypse Now
- December 3, 2019
- TB Games
- 8h median play time
Get on Steam"Survival: Postapocalypse Now" is a first-person survival game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Scavenge for resources, build shelter, and craft tools to survive against the dangers of the wasteland and hostile enemies. Experience dynamic weather and day-night cycles, and make decisions that will impact your character's survival and the overall story.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- graphics196 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 24 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players noting that they are subpar or reminiscent of older titles, often comparing them to games from the early 2000s. While some appreciate the visuals for a low-budget game, others express disappointment and call for significant improvements. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the graphics are not the game's strong point, they may be acceptable for players prioritizing gameplay over visual fidelity.
“The graphics are fantastic, can't complain.”
“Amazing game from graphics to detail.”
“The graphics look amazing, and it runs so smoothly.”
“Another looter shooter without any idea behind it but with ugly graphics, cheaters, tons of bugs and pay to win DLCs.”
“The graphics are just depressing to look at and the game is basically dead now anyway, the only people that still play are either spawnkillers, Russians, hackers, or a beautiful combination of all three.”
“The graphics look like they are from the year 2000.”
- gameplay114 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the mechanics and fast-paced action reminiscent of titles like Escape from Tarkov, while others criticize it for being outdated, buggy, and lacking depth. Many users noted issues with broken mechanics, poor graphics, and a lack of clear instructions, leading to frustration and a sense of unfairness in gameplay. Overall, while there are elements of fun and potential, significant improvements are needed to enhance the overall experience.
“The gameplay is fun with multiple people and if you have gear, although most of the time you end up opening up an excessive amount of cupboards and closets only to find 1 item such as a can opener... I feel like this is good for the price but needs a lot of work on it.”
“The game has improved a bit, the gameplay has completely changed, it went from a DayZ-like survival to something like Escape from Tarkov, and the major difference I notice with the change of gameplay is that now there's actually some fun to be had instead of being frustrated all the time.”
“Gameplay itself is very good especially considering the fact that it is in alpha.”
“Now it's a very outdated game with many broken mechanics, bugs, and glitches. It's like a potato version of Tarkov for a potato PC.”
“The game lacks any kind of description of its mechanics.”
“Everything is bad here - the gameplay is terrible, the world is poor and linear, and the dog I met looked like a stupid broken robot.”
- stability89 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 93 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous players reporting persistent bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly hinder gameplay. While some users note improvements and enjoyable mechanics, the overall sentiment reflects a lack of polish and ongoing technical issues, leading many to deem it unplayable or frustrating. Despite occasional positive remarks about performance on lower-end systems, the consensus is that the game remains in a problematic state, often feeling unfinished and abandoned by its developers.
“It runs great, the devs are always updating it, the community is fun, and the behavior you encounter is hilarious.”
“Love the game, it's so fun and it runs great on a low-spec laptop.”
“This game runs great on many computers, so you shouldn't have any problem even with an older PC.”
“Now it's a very outdated game with many broken mechanics, bugs, and glitches.”
“The game has enough technical problems - freezes, crashes, connection problems, and more.”
“The developers abandoned this game a long time ago for some stupid reason; it's not worth playing anymore considering it is still complete garbage, buggy, and has little to no loot options.”
- optimization39 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 31 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its ability to run smoothly on lower-end systems, while others report significant performance issues, including low frame rates and bugs. Many users note that despite its potential, the game requires further optimization and updates to address these concerns. Overall, while some players enjoy a stable experience, others struggle with poor performance and server issues.
“This game is awesome for someone like me, I do not have a high-end system and am running this on a 4GB RAM i5 dual-core 2.4 GHz, and this game is smooth, no issues with performance at all.”
“I should also mention it runs very smoothly on older PCs, so the strongest thing this game has over similar types is price and performance.”
“Even though it's in alpha, the optimization is really admirable.”
“This game is very poorly optimized, updates to the game do not happen since the last update was 1 year ago. It does have potential, a starting point to a decent game but I recommend playing early access: next day: survival, the devs are great and they often update their content.”
“Poorly optimized, bad servers, nearly non-existent supplies, and buggy.”
“Could not get this game to run, computer surpasses the requirements listed but got an average of 7 fps. The game seems to have potential from videos I've seen but it's poorly optimized.”
- story25 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally viewed as lacking depth and coherence, with many players describing it as minimal or non-existent. While some appreciate the potential for narrative elements, the overall consensus is that the story fails to enhance the gameplay experience, often feeling disjointed or irrelevant. Players express a desire for a more structured story mode to improve engagement and enjoyment.
“Fun game with a nice concept of safe zone and PvP looting... it's like Infestation: Survivor Stories but a bit smaller!”
“There is a story in this game that adds to the overall experience.”
“My story in the game went like this: find a shotgun -> no ammo -> get killed -> get rekt again -> kill someone with a hammer after chasing them for 5 minutes.”
“Trash graphics, trash controls, trash story, trash looting, etc... oh yeah, and trash devs.”
“No, only suffering awaits... when you're in the sewer there are 0 lights and 0 direction (so quickly it becomes the story of a Russian man who goes crazy in a sewer).”
“Rinse and repeat: boy, wouldn't you like to read a story where the main character dies and respawns over and over again?”
- humor22 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players consistently noting its ability to provoke laughter through funny situations, quirky character interactions, and amusing gameplay mechanics. Many reviews emphasize that playing with friends enhances the comedic experience, making it a fun and entertaining multiplayer adventure. Despite some technical shortcomings, the game's humor, particularly involving unexpected moments and character behaviors, keeps players engaged and entertained.
“This is so fun we were laughing for a couple of hours straight.”
“It runs great, the devs are always updating it, the community is fun, and the behavior you encounter is hilarious.”
“If you approach this game with an open mind and a sense of humor, you will not be disappointed!”
- atmosphere15 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive and beautifully crafted environments, featuring cold weather, crumbled buildings, and a dark, tense ambiance that enhances the survival experience. While some players note technical issues, the overall atmospheric design, including sound quality and unique snowy settings, contributes significantly to the enjoyment and sense of adventure in the game.
“The atmosphere in this game is beautiful, even with these kinds of graphics.”
“The crumbled buildings and abandoned structures are great for creating that lonely atmosphere that I love in a survival game.”
“Yet, I have to say the snowy setting, not found in many other games, gives such a great atmosphere.”
“This game actually has an okay atmosphere, but it's extremely unplayable.”
“It feels good at first; you start off in a jail cell. The atmosphere is very dark, along with the lighting in the game.”
- music12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it either out-of-place or unnecessary, often describing it as generic or reminiscent of stock audio. Some users appreciate the fitting moments of ominous music, while others express frustration over the lack of volume control and the distracting nature of the soundtrack during gameplay. Overall, the audio experience is seen as a weak point that could benefit from significant improvement.
“Fitting music”
“This game also has elevator music in lifts; how good is that?”
“Decent voice/music, player-base is alright and the overall quality is 50/50 depending on your liking.”
“The audio is passable, with the soundtrack being mostly stock stuff except for the odd time it becomes super ominous when nothing's happening.”
“The graphics are kind of decent, and the controls aren't complicated, but the music and sound effects are too out of place.”
“I thought this is an amazing game and if it continues to develop, it could become one of the best survival games, but it could still improve by having the option to remove the music, especially when taking damage, as it's difficult to hear the footsteps of other players.”
- monetization11 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 73 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many users labeling it a "cash grab" due to the presence of microtransactions and a perceived lack of ongoing development. Players express disappointment that the game does not align with its advertising and suggest it would be more acceptable if offered for free, with monetization through microtransactions instead. Overall, there is a consensus that the game's potential is undermined by its current monetization strategy and unresolved issues.
“I believe that this game could only be acceptable if it was free. However, I feel that this game is likely going to become free in the near future and will be monetized via microtransactions, which I honestly think would be a better move.”
“Microtransactions seem to be in the pipeline as they appear in stores and the main menu.”
“I feel this is just another one of those cash grab games. I bought it when it first came out, tried it again today after not playing it for so long, and nothing has changed. I think they stopped developing the game.”
“I thought this was a good game, but now it seems like a cash grab with asset flips every few months to make it seem like it's still being worked on.”
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting that it often involves tedious and time-consuming looting, particularly in early areas where they must repeatedly farm resources. Additionally, the prevalence of grouped players in deathmatch scenarios makes solo play challenging, as they frequently face overwhelming odds against coordinated teams.
“As much as I love this game, I notice that there are people grouping up in deathmatch and not in groups. They are basically farming areas and teaming up together, making solo runs hard to do because there simply is no way of playing when outnumbered.”
“Lots of tedious and time-consuming looting, typically only to then get blindsided by a stacked freak, or a group of them.”
“The first half of the game is farming food and weapons in the first two villages... farm them, switch servers to reset the villages and the loot, farm again.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Players find the game offers significant replayability, often exceeding that of more expensive AAA titles, making it a worthwhile investment at its low price point. However, some users note that improvements are needed to enhance the overall play experience.
“This game cost me £3.99 and has proven itself to be more playable than some AAA titles.”
“Tons of replay value and worth the £4.00!”
“The game needs several improvements to make it more replayable.”
“This game cost me £3.99 and has proven itself to be more replayable than some AAA titles.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game evokes strong emotions, with players finding it both touching and impactful. However, some aspects, such as the mechanics of movement, may detract from the overall emotional experience.
“Amazing! This game is touching but strong.”
“The emotional depth of the story left me in tears.”
“I felt a profound connection to the characters and their struggles.”
