SURVIVAL: Postapocalypse Now
- December 3, 2019
- TB Games
- 5h 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
- graphics170 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 25 % 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 unfavorably to more modern games. Some users appreciate the visuals for a low-budget game, highlighting decent performance on lower-end systems, while others criticize the overall quality, stating that it detracts from the gameplay experience. Overall, while there are pockets of praise for the graphics, the consensus leans towards a need for significant improvement.
“This game is amazing! I'm so amazed with the graphics; they're fantastic.”
“The graphics look amazing, and it runs so smoothly.”
“The graphics are really nice even on 'fastest'.”
“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 are worse than the original Game Boy graphics.”
- gameplay100 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
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praising its mechanics and fun factor, particularly in multiplayer settings, while others criticize it for being outdated, buggy, and lacking essential tutorials or descriptions. Many users express frustration over broken mechanics, poor graphics, and a lack of engaging content, leading to a generally disappointing experience. Overall, while there are elements of enjoyable gameplay, significant improvements are needed to address the numerous issues highlighted by players.
“In this game, you gather resources, weapons, food, and fight zombies, players, and animals. My opinion is that this is a great game and it is very cheap.”
“The gameplay has completely changed; it went from a DayZ-like survival to something like Escape from Tarkov, and now there's actually some fun to be had instead of being frustrated all the time.”
“The core gameplay is good.”
“The game lacks any kind of description of its mechanics.”
“The DLC practically ruins your gameplay, so I wouldn't even get it if I were you; I have it, so I would know.”
“Horrible game, no tutorial, no in-game information, bad gameplay, lack of inventory space, stupid spawn spots. I don't know what else to warn you about; simply stay away from this game. I paid like $3.50, but even for free, I feel scammed.”
- stability78 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous players reporting persistent bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly detract from the overall experience. While some users note improvements and enjoyable gameplay elements, the overwhelming sentiment is that the game remains poorly optimized and in a state of disrepair, leading to frustration and a lack of player engagement. Many reviewers express disappointment over the lack of developer support and the game's long-standing issues, suggesting it is not worth playing in its current condition.
“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.”
“No matter what server I'm playing on, the game runs great.”
“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.”
- optimization30 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % 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 stuttering animations. Many users acknowledge that while the game shows potential and runs well on certain setups, it still requires further optimization and bug fixes to enhance overall performance. Overall, the game's optimization appears to be a work in progress, with varying experiences depending on hardware configurations.
“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.”
“Even though it's in alpha, the optimization is really admirable.”
“Runs smoothly on maxed settings on mid-range PC.”
“Poorly optimized, bad servers, nearly non-existent supplies, and buggy.”
“The game is unoptimized and you are guaranteed fps drops while playing this game.”
“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.”
- story23 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized, with many players finding it lacking or non-existent, often describing it as a repetitive cycle of death and respawning. Some reviews mention humorous or chaotic player interactions, but overall, the narrative depth is seen as minimal, leading to a general consensus that the story does not enhance the gameplay experience.
“Ok everybody buy this now it costs $4.99 it's extremely well optimized, it's a great fun game just in alpha. It has so much potential. Here is a story of what happened to me when I was playing: after my first hour, this just happened. Some Russian, naked, comes up to me with an automatic shotgun and says 'I am Russian, I want your gun, pants, and cereal.' I say ok, I ask if we can go into the house so we don't get shot. He says ok, then some other guy fully geared walks in and drops him with a revolver. I call that the Russian experience.”
“Want a pretty cool story (I think it is)?”
“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?”
- humor19 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, amusing character interactions, and entertaining multiplayer experiences. Many reviews highlight the comedic elements of gameplay, particularly when playing with friends, as well as the humorous behavior of in-game characters, such as the "funny Russians" and exaggerated ragdoll physics. Overall, the game is described as a fun and lighthearted experience, making it a recommended choice for those seeking a humorous survival game.
“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.”
“Pretty funny to watch people's ragdolls flail wildly after taking a magnum slug to the head.”
- music11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it out-of-place or unnecessary, while others appreciate its decent quality. Many users express a desire for options to adjust or mute the music, particularly during intense gameplay moments, as it can hinder their ability to hear important sound cues. Overall, the music contributes to a varied experience, but improvements in customization and relevance are needed.
“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 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 we take damage because it's difficult to hear the footsteps of other players.”
“No ability to adjust music or sound effect volume.”
- atmosphere10 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- -10 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a cold, desolate environment filled with crumbled buildings and abandoned structures, enhancing the sense of loneliness typical in survival games. Players appreciate the unique snowy setting, which, despite some graphical limitations, is complemented by excellent sound quality that heightens the tension. Overall, the atmospheric gameplay offers an engaging experience for those who enjoy adventure and survival against nature.
“The crumbled buildings and abandoned structures are great for creating that lonely atmosphere that I love in a survival game.”
“This is definitely a must-try for those who love a good atmospheric adventure/survival against nature.”
“Graphics and animations are not the best, but the game runs at a solid 60 fps; the sound quality is brilliant and adds to the tense atmosphere of the game.”
“The atmosphere feels dark and oppressive, reminiscent of a desolate road.”
“The overall ambiance lacks depth, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
“The environment feels empty and lifeless, failing to evoke any sense of tension or excitement.”
- monetization10 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 80 % 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 it were free, with monetization through microtransactions instead. Overall, there is a consensus that the game has potential but is hindered 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.”
“Cash grab.”
“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.”
- grinding4 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. Many feel that the prevalence of grouped players farming together makes solo play challenging and less enjoyable, as they frequently encounter overwhelming odds and must repeatedly reset servers to gather resources effectively.
“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 being 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.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game evokes strong emotions, with players finding it both touching and impactful. However, some elements, such as the portrayal of characters and their actions, may feel disconnected or less immersive than expected.
“Amazing! This game is touching yet powerful.”
“The emotional depth of this game truly resonates with players.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's impressive replayability, noting that it offers more engaging content than some AAA titles, making it a worthwhile investment at its low price of £3.99.
“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!”
