Taora : Survival
- May 23, 2024
- Tulpar Games
Get on SteamIn "Taora: Survival," play as up to four characters with unique skills as you explore a zombie-infested island, loot materials, craft and upgrade gear, and modify vehicles. Build your base, upgrade skills for different conditions, and survive by shooting and killing zombies in this open-world survival game.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a solid foundation with enjoyable gameplay mechanics, including crafting, scavenging, and base building.
- It offers a fun and relaxing zombie survival experience, reminiscent of games like State of Decay, with potential for future improvements.
- The developers are actively working on updates, showing promise for the game's future despite its current early access state.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including disappearing items, issues with multiplayer functionality, and overall instability.
- Many players find the world to be empty and lacking in content, leading to a lack of objectives and a feeling of boredom after initial gameplay.
- The NPC management system is frustrating, as survivors often do not perform tasks automatically, requiring constant player intervention.
- gameplay15 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as simple yet enjoyable, featuring addictive mechanics and fun zombie combat, though it suffers from janky movement and persistent bugs that detract from the experience. Players noted that the main quest is short, lasting about 1.5 hours, leading to a lackluster sandbox mode afterward, and many felt the game world was empty and repetitive. Despite some unexpected mechanics being a pleasant surprise, the overall execution leaves much to be desired, especially given the game's price.
“It has enjoyable gameplay.”
“Very addictive, great mechanics, fun zombie slaughter; watch out for the big bosses though, they take a beating.”
“In this case, it is a nice mellow-paced game with some unexpected game mechanics that were a very welcome surprise.”
“For this price, this is a joke. The world feels really empty, I got bored pretty quickly, and I mostly see copied assets everywhere. The most recent update fixed none of the issues I had addressed, one of which being pretty serious and game-breaking.”
“The main quest seems to end after 1 hour and 30 minutes of gameplay; after that, you have a very lackluster sandbox game.”
“Movement and gameplay are very janky.”
- stability12 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is reported to be quite buggy, particularly in multiplayer mode, though players have found ways to manage these issues. While single-player experiences are generally less problematic, users still encounter various glitches, such as invisible inventory items and freezing during actions. Overall, while the game is playable, the prevalence of bugs raises concerns about its stability.
“I like the game, but it is very buggy.”
“Don't get me wrong, the multiplayer game is highly playable, and it doesn't take too long to work out your own ways of dealing with many of the bugs, but do you really want to pay for a buggy game?”
“Reloading my gun freezes halfway through and then blocks me out of doing any actions until I reload my save.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback; while some users praise the immersive atmosphere and high-quality sound design that enhance the experience, others note that the graphics and animations need improvement. Overall, the visuals are described as enjoyable but could benefit from further development to reach their full potential.
“The graphics and sounds are amazing - they really make you feel like you're there, fighting for your life.”
“The graphics and atmosphere are also top-notch.”
“Immersive world, with zombies, guns, and cars...it's basically like Walking Dead but with simpler graphics.”
“The graphics are quite simplistic and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
“The visuals are underwhelming and do not match the expectations set by the game's premise.”
“The graphics feel outdated and detract from the overall experience.”
- story8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game lacks a substantial story mode or meaningful objectives, with the main quest concluding after about 1.5 hours of gameplay. Players find the initial tutorial quests uninformative, leading to a sandbox experience that feels empty and uninspired once the basic guidance is completed.
“The game doesn't have a story mode or actual objectives besides right in the beginning where it's just kind of showing you how to play and guide you in the right direction.”
“The main quest seems to end after 1 hour and 30 minutes of gameplay; after that, you have a very lackluster sandbox game.”
“The 'tutorial' is a series of quests that tell you to fetch resources to get a start on your base, but it doesn't actually teach you anything.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted as being particularly amusing in the free single-player version, with users finding it entertaining and worth noting.
“It's your money, but there is a free single-player version, and that's hilarious! Just saying!”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a blatant cash grab, particularly by EA, suggesting that players feel exploited rather than valued.
“This game feels like just another cash grab from EA.”
“It seems like they are more focused on monetization than on delivering a quality gaming experience.”
“The in-game purchases are excessive and take away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players consistently praise the music in the game, highlighting it as a standout feature that enhances their overall enjoyment. The soundtrack contributes positively to the gaming experience, making it a notable aspect of the title.
“The game runs well, and I love the music; I'm having fun!”
“Having an early access game that I launch on an ultra-wide and it just works is fantastic. The music adds to the overall experience.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers consistently praise the game's graphics and atmosphere, highlighting them as exceptional and contributing significantly to the overall experience.
“The graphics and atmosphere are also top-notch.”
