The Infected

About

"The Infected" is a first-person shooter game set in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies. Players must fight for survival, gather resources, and complete missions to progress through the story. With a variety of weapons and customizable characters, players can navigate through multiple environments, from derelict cities to secret military bases. Cooperative multiplayer mode adds an extra layer of challenge and fun.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

+11

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 6,330 reviews

gameplay202 positive mentions

grinding350 negative mentions

Beautiful graphics and immersive environment.
Engaging building and crafting mechanics.
Active developer who listens to community feedback and regularly updates the game.

Combat mechanics are clunky and unresponsive.
Lack of multiplayer/co-op mode makes the game feel lonely.
Repetitive gameplay with limited content and objectives after initial progression.

gameplay
626 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
61%
7%
Gameplay reviews for the game highlight a mix of strengths and weaknesses. While many players appreciate the immersive environment, building mechanics, and survival elements, they criticize the clunky combat mechanics, lack of intuitive tutorials, and overall awkwardness in gameplay. The game shows promise with its unique features and customization options, but it requires significant improvements in mechanics and user experience to fully engage players.
- “Over 100 hours and the addiction is still going strong; the mechanics and gameplay are great.”
- “The gameplay is free roam and the open world is seamless with very good graphics and some excellent scenery.”
- “With its immersive world, engaging gameplay, and strong survival mechanics, it is a must-play for anyone who loves survival and open-world games.”
- “I understand this is early access but it feels very much like the devs have focused exclusively on the environment and not on any of the actual game mechanics, which feels a bit backwards and has led to me requesting a refund.”
- “The core mechanics of combat and craft/building are cumbersome and weak.”
- “The combat mechanics are honestly terrible.”
graphics
460 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
34%
2%
The graphics of the game receive a mixed but generally positive reception, with many players praising the beautiful visuals, attention to detail, and immersive environments. While some users note that the graphics could be improved or are not as varied, others highlight the stunning weather effects and overall aesthetic appeal, making it a standout feature of the game. However, there are also mentions of performance issues and the need for optimization, particularly on lower-end systems.
- “The graphics are stunning, the gameplay is smooth, and the attention to detail is impressive.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, the crafting and building is perfection (would love to see more things added to be able to craft), love the ATV, the exploration.”
- “The graphics are incredible and the game is very well optimized.”
- “How was this rated and reviewed well... shoddy graphics, messy structure - too reliant on the impossible.”
- “In short don't bother: graphics are awful (and not in an old school/retro way) every pixel is blurry and washed out with gray scale, inventory and crafting system might be the worst I've seen.”
- “The game kills my graphics card, yes it is a couple of years old but was very high spec when I bought it and this is the only game that crashes the graphics card.”
grinding
358 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
1%
98%
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed feedback from players. While many appreciate the sense of accomplishment that comes from resource gathering and crafting, others find the mechanics tedious and overly time-consuming, often leading to frustration. Overall, the game is characterized as grindy, with some players enjoying the challenge it presents, while others feel it detracts from the overall fun and survival experience.
- “Played for 3 hours, really fun survival game, not too grindy, seems very well put together, graphics are half decent, crafting requirements for things aren't too daft, pretty much the same crafting UI as The Forest. All in all, a very well put together early access game.”
- “However, I feel it's a bit grindy. I would love to see a creator mode where you can craft as much as you want without the endless grinding. I would also love to see a PvP/PvE mode as well!”
- “However, I feel it's a bit grindy. I would love to see a creator mode where you can craft as much as you want without the endless grinding. I would also love to see a PvP/PvE mode as well!”
- “Tedious and boring mechanics and grindy.”
- “Its been about 50/50 of fun survival situations and the other 50 is grinding that is so tedious and so boring it's hard to not turn off my PC.”
- “The game is extremely slow and grindy to get stuff built so you probably need all the extra time if you don't want to get wrecked by the first horde.”
story
224 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
66%
20%
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its absence, with many players expressing a desire for a narrative or objectives beyond mere survival and crafting. Reviewers note that the lack of plot, lore, and interactive elements makes the game feel lifeless and unmotivating, despite its engaging gameplay mechanics. Overall, players hope for future updates to introduce story elements, quests, and character progression to enhance their experience.
- “I think with a story, or some other meaningful reason to draw me into this world and make me want to stick around, I would be truly enthralled with this game.”
- “You could do a variety of things here, whether it be journals that tell a different survivor's story, other survivors, maybe old computers with files on them that explain some disease that's taken over the planet.”
- “I personally need a bit more, and additional elements and/or some sort of background story parallel to the survival, crafting, and open world experience to keep me motivated and keep playing.”
- “There is no story developed yet as the dev is concentrating on features and balance.”
- “The game has zero story line or even back story for that matter.”
- “No story, no plot, no real objectives... just empty, build base, a few enemies.”
stability
136 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The game's stability has been a significant concern among players, with many reporting various bugs and glitches, including issues with AI behavior, combat mechanics, and environmental interactions. While some users have noted improvements over time and found the game enjoyable despite its flaws, others have experienced frequent crashes and game-breaking issues, leading to mixed recommendations. Overall, the game is still considered quite buggy, typical for early access titles, and players are advised to wait for further updates before fully committing.
- “Regardless, I'm giving the game a thumbs up - it is mostly bug free, frequently updated, and generally well made.”
- “For early access, it is quite well polished and surprisingly bug free (except for one total game crash I encountered).”
- “Also, I play this on my Steam Deck and have fully mapped the game to use a controller; it runs great on the deck with no tinkering.”
- “It's too buggy right now to spend the time actually playing.”
- “However, I do not recommend the game in its current state as it's a janky buggy mess.”
- “What I don't like is it crashes/freezes all the time, at least every 20-30 minutes.”
atmosphere
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
26%
5%
The atmosphere of the game is a mixed bag, with many players praising its immersive graphics, sound design, and weather effects that create a captivating and lonely environment. However, some reviewers feel that the world lacks life and purpose, detracting from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, the game's atmospheric elements, particularly during storms and exploration, are often highlighted as standout features that enhance the survival experience.
- “The graphics may not be the best ever, but it is perfect for the atmosphere of this game. It is beautiful and gives you a lonely feel.”
- “The audio is outstanding, with lovely atmospheric sounds, animal noises, and best of all... thunder!”
- “Atmosphere and weather sound design is stunning; I could listen to the rain and thunderstorm all day.”
- “The atmosphere and terrain are pretty much dead, with no real point in the game.”
- “For now though, it lacks atmosphere (the world doesn't feel alive) and the combat is horrible, just a click fest until your spear breaks.”
- “The graphics and atmosphere are what initially hooked me, but in a few hours I realized there's really no point to the game.”
optimization
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
45%
14%
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players noting significant performance issues, including lag and graphic stuttering, even on high-end systems. While some users report smooth gameplay and commend the graphics, there is a consensus that the game requires substantial optimization improvements to enhance performance across various hardware configurations. Developers are acknowledged for their efforts to address these issues, but many players hope for further updates to improve the overall experience.
- “While these issues can be frustrating, it is clear that the developers are actively working to address them and improve the game's overall performance.”
- “The graphics are incredible and the game is very well optimized.”
- “Super playable, good optimization, solid details.”
- “Idk why but this game isn't a single percent optimized other than that it has everything.”
- “The game is not optimized for use on all machines and some players have reported graphic and other performance problems.”
- “Unplayable graphic stuttering on a brand new PC.”
humor
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
92%
8%
The humor in the game is often derived from its quirky mechanics and absurd situations, such as the "vambies" and the comically frustrating combat system. Players find the game's glitches and awkward design choices amusing, contributing to a lighthearted experience despite its technical shortcomings. Overall, while the game has potential, its humor shines through in the chaos and unexpected moments that arise during gameplay.
- “Funny game, lots of potential but also fun to play for an EA.”
- “The vambies are a funny spin on things but I don't find them to be much of a bother.”
- “If you are unsure, check out kage848 and GameEdged on YouTube who have very comprehensive and funny playthrough videos.”
- “Can't run and see the map - not funny and several different mistakes/errors/bugs - I have the impression that the author wants to reinvent the wheel.”
replayability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
44%
19%
Overall, players express a positive outlook on the game's replayability, noting that frequent updates and new maps enhance the experience. However, there are calls for additional features like random and custom maps to further increase replay value. Currently, many find the game highly replayable, especially in its early access phase.
- “They make it fun and replayable with all the updates and new maps.”
- “🔲 Infinitely replayable.”
- “As each new update comes out, the game gets more and more playable with fun new features or fixes.”
- “Hopefully the developer will try to improve replayability so I can change this review.”
- “Also will need random maps, custom maps, and a workshop eventually, or it will have little replay value. But those can wait; what we have so far is good for a small team in early access.”
- “Replay value is high for me personally.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
57%
21%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its atmospheric quality and impressive audio production that enhances the overall experience. However, some players feel that the game could benefit from more musical variety, particularly criticizing the overused main menu track. Overall, while the music is not considered the standout feature, it effectively complements the gameplay.
- “The music is good, the gameplay is good, very interesting concept.”
- “Actually, I'm pretty impressed; the audio quality of this game is superb. I rarely remember a time I just close my eyes and feel like I'm in the middle of a field on a summer day, listening to the music of cicadas around sunset.”
- “Music - only the intro and that's a pro for me in this style of game.”
- “Needs music though.”
- “Ps: change the main menu music, that piece is overused man, I have heard that in old RPG games before.”
- “The sound and music are atmospheric, not the best but suit the game very well.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization of the game is viewed positively, with a price point of $16.00 considered fair and indicative of a genuine effort from the solo developer, rather than a cash grab. Players appreciate the active development and regular updates, contrasting it with other titles that exploit players financially. However, the reliance on a heavily ad-laden fandom wiki for support detracts from the overall experience.
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Reviews indicate a strong desire for improved character development, with multiple users expressing that the current level is insufficient. This suggests that players are looking for deeper, more nuanced growth and backstory for the characters.
- “There is a significant lack of character development throughout the game.”
- “The characters feel one-dimensional and lack meaningful growth.”
- “I was disappointed by the shallow character arcs and missed opportunities for deeper storytelling.”