The Blight
- July 8, 2022
- Ethereal Entertainment Tmi
Get on Steam"The Blight is a open-world survival horror game where players must navigate a virus-infested island after a shipwreck. Manage health, hunger, thirst, and temperature while battling infected enemies and building a base. Advanced weather cycles and unforgiving AI add to the intense, unforgiving gameplay."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The graphics and visual quality are impressive, showcasing great potential.
- The gameplay mechanics, such as crafting and animations, are smooth and enjoyable.
- The game has a good atmosphere, with effective lighting effects and sound design.
- The game feels abandoned, with no updates or communication from developers for over a year.
- There are significant gameplay issues, including AI problems, resource scarcity, and bugs that hinder progress.
- Many players feel the game is not worth its asking price, citing a lack of content and overall polish.
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game show significant potential, with commendable zombie textures that stand out positively. However, the overall visual experience is hindered by various gameplay issues, leading to a mixed reception regarding its current state. Players express hope for future improvements if the game receives additional funding.
“The graphics for what they have done so far shout potential.”
“The zombie textures are great and graphic.”
“The graphics for what they have done so far shout potential, but the overall experience leaves much to be desired.”
“The graphics are underwhelming and do not meet the expectations set by other games in the genre.”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a lack of a compelling story, with users expressing disappointment that the game does not offer any narrative depth. While there is potential in the game's graphics and mechanics, the absence of a storyline detracts significantly from the overall experience.
“The AI is terrible, animals get stuck in trees, and there is no story.”
“There is absolutely no story.”
“The game lacks any narrative depth.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its excellent background choices and impressive sound quality, enhancing the overall experience with a memorable menu soundtrack.
“The background music choice perfectly complements the game's atmosphere.”
“The sound and menu soundtrack are great, enhancing the overall experience.”
“The background music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the music to be bland and uninspired, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
“The soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere, leading to a disjointed experience.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is straightforward and focuses on core mechanics without unnecessary complexity, appealing to players who appreciate simplicity in their gaming experience.
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding for minimal rewards.”
