Task is to Survive

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Task is to Survive is a single player action game. It was developed by Laush Dmitriy Sergeevich and was released on October 31, 2017. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Task is to Survive" is a realistic survival simulation game. You must gather resources, craft tools, and build shelters to survive in various harsh environments. Manage hunger, thirst, and fatigue while battling hostile wildlife and harsh weather conditions. With a focus on realism, this game offers a challenging and immersive survival experience.

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Indie

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Single-Player

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52%

Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

story3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Easy to achieve 100% completion, making it appealing for achievement hunters.
Runs smoothly and provides a simple, mindless fun experience for casual gamers.
Offers a basic wave survival mode with a variety of weapons and health kits, which can be enjoyable in short bursts.

Lacks depth and variety, with only one map and repetitive gameplay.
Poor graphics and bland visuals, reminiscent of outdated games.
The game is criticized for being an asset flip, lacking originality and ethical development practices.

graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players praise the stunning visuals and immersive world design, others criticize the graphics as bland and reminiscent of older console games like the PS1. Overall, the aesthetic is seen as a significant aspect of the experience, with some arguing it enhances the gameplay despite its shortcomings.
- “This game has amazing graphics; I don't know how to describe them, but it's just a sight to behold. The graphics paired with the beautiful world make it the ultimate open-world shooter experience!”
- “An excellent game with good graphics; I advise you not to bypass it.”
- “Even bland, the visuals 'work' given the setting and objective of the game.”
- “The graphics remind you of something you played on the PS1; the hitboxes for enemies are kind of all over the place, and it's tough swiveling your character around to fight when swarmed on all sides.”
- “Visuals are bland, like something you might have seen during the PS1.”
- “Bland visuals.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story features two impactful endings that resonate emotionally with players, often evoking tears. While the narrative centers around a survival mission in a zombie-infested environment, it is noted for its depth and engagement, making it a standout aspect of the gameplay experience.
- “I have completed this game 100% and gotten all endings to the brilliant story, and let me tell you, this game is a must play!”
- “The story has two endings; I won't spoil them, but they are both great. All I can say is that when you make it to one, you will want to cry!”
- “The story is captivating and keeps you engaged until the very end.”
- “The story is a helicopter drops you in the middle of a forest and your task is to survive (spoiler alert: you won't survive for long).”
- “Verdict: feels like an improved version of the Slaughtering Grounds (2014) and The Last Mission (2017), but that's not saying much...”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in Left 4 Dead 2 is characterized by a focus on survival, with some variation in enemy design as players progress, but it remains largely repetitive and simplistic. While some find it enjoyable and charming despite its rough edges, others criticize the outdated graphics, inconsistent hitboxes, and challenges in maneuvering during intense combat situations. Overall, the gameplay is seen as barebones and lacking depth.
- “I personally find it fun and charming in a rough-around-the-edges kind of way, but the gameplay is pretty barebones.”
- “The gameplay in this game is focused on survival, which I find to be superior despite the graphics.”
- “The enemy design and grouping switches up a bit the further you progress, but generally speaking, the gameplay doesn't deviate much from wave 1.”
- “I personally find it fun, charming in a rough-around-the-edges kind of way, but the gameplay is pretty barebones. The graphics remind you of something you played on the PS1, the hitboxes for enemies are kind of all over the place, and it's tough swiveling your character around to fight when swarmed from all sides.”
- “Repetitive in both look and gameplay.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the developers has been criticized for being exploitative and unethical, with accusations of plagiarism and cash grabs through the use of uncredited assets from other creators. Users have noted a pattern of suspicious account activity, suggesting a coordinated effort to promote these low-quality games and mislead potential buyers.
- “It's important to also note the developers here didn't credit any of the artists and real, actual game developers who created the assets, so this is plagiarism, as well as a cash grab.”
- “Laush Dmitriy Sergeevich/Falco Software have shown a repeat pattern of unethically dumping other people's work onto Steam as a cheap, nasty cash grab through closely linked or alternate accounts.”
- “They're all written in either Russian or broken English, appear at almost exactly the same time shortly after the game launched on Steam, all have a direct Steam purchase of the game, and the accounts are used consistently to write fake reviews for asset flips and other cash grabs or scams.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that the game runs smoothly, indicating effective optimization. There are no significant performance issues noted.
- “The game runs smoothly, providing a seamless experience.”
- “I appreciate how well-optimized the game is; it runs without any hiccups.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for a fluid gameplay experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its impactful story, which features two compelling endings that evoke strong feelings, leaving players with a desire to cry upon reaching one of them.
- “The story has two endings; I won't spoil them, but they are both great. All I can say is that when you reach one, you will want to cry!”
- “The emotional depth of the characters really pulls you in and makes you feel their struggles and triumphs.”
- “I was genuinely moved by the narrative; it resonated with me on a personal level and left a lasting impact.”