The Walking Zombie 2: Shooter
"The Walking Zombie 2: Shooter" is a single-player offline game with polygon graphics and RPG elements, where you shoot your way through hordes of zombies in a compelling visual and musical experience. Despite the hilarious moments and wholesome story, the game is full of bugs, has too many ads, and requires lots of grinding for progression.
Reviews
- Engaging storyline with humorous elements that keep players entertained.
- Smooth gameplay mechanics and controls, making it easy to pick up and play.
- Unique graphics style that adds charm to the game.
- Excessive ads that interrupt gameplay, especially when accessing inventory or during missions.
- Frequent crashes that result in loss of progress and items, frustrating the player experience.
- High prices for in-game items and upgrades, making it difficult to progress without spending real money.
- story4,452 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally praised for its engaging and humorous narrative, with many players appreciating the quirky characters and pop culture references. However, the repetitive nature of missions and the overwhelming presence of ads detract from the overall experience, as players often find themselves frustrated by crashes and the loss of progress during missions. Despite these issues, the storyline remains a strong point, keeping players invested and eager for updates and new content.
“The story is interesting and engaging, making you want to play more and more.”
“This game is beautifully created with a passion to make a nice game, interesting story, and an actual progression system.”
“The storyline is captivating, interesting, and diverse, keeping the player engaged while playing.”
“The game keeps crashing mid-mission, causing me to lose all my progress and items.”
“Every time I try to do a mission, an ad pops up and crashes the game, making me lose everything.”
“The storyline is decent, but the constant ads and crashes make it frustrating to play.”
- monetization3,415 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming frequency of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players report that ads pop up during critical moments, such as opening the inventory or engaging with NPCs, leading to frustration and loss of progress. While some users acknowledge the necessity of ads in a free-to-play model, they express a desire for a more balanced approach, suggesting that ads should be limited to optional rewards rather than forced upon players. Additionally, the cost to remove ads is seen as high, further contributing to dissatisfaction with the monetization strategy.
“In-app purchases are perfect according to the items you get, just perfect.”
“Very nice game, I would love to purchase the no ads to support the dev!”
“Offers the usual in-game purchases to progress, but it is not too aggressive & so far grinding is rewarding which I hope that continues through the endgame.”
“It's a good game, but the ads are way too much.”
“The game is good but the ads are everywhere, every time you open your backpack or talk to someone, an ad pops up.”
“The ads are just too much, especially when they pop up in the middle of a mission, causing me to lose progress.”
- graphics1,598 mentions
- 69 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the unique polygonal and cartoonish art style, which adds charm and nostalgia. While some users find the graphics to be simple or lacking realism, they often note that the overall gameplay experience, storyline, and controls compensate for this. Additionally, there are requests for improved graphics in future updates, particularly to enhance realism and detail, but many players still enjoy the game's aesthetic as it stands.
“The graphics are beautiful and everything is perfect.”
“I basically went in this game with zero expectations and I was shocked, the game has a good story and some really great controls and mechanics along with aesthetic graphics, one of the best games available on mobile right now.”
“The graphics are amazing and the story is decent, I highly recommend it.”
“The graphics, gameplay, voice acting, sound quality, production value overall rival that of a PS2/Xbox 360 era game only this is on your phone!”
“The graphics are really something else as well, at first they appear to be silly and cartoonish (which they are) but in the best way.”
“The graphics are decent and the game runs really well but after playing for a certain amount of time I'd say around 20 minutes the sound will cut out and very soon after the game will freeze and I seem to lose progress when this happens.”
- gameplay1,053 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this mobile game has received a mix of praise and criticism. Many players appreciate the engaging story, smooth controls, and RPG elements, noting that it offers a fun and immersive experience reminiscent of console games. However, frequent ads interrupt gameplay, causing frustration, and some mechanics, such as the gas system and repetitive missions, detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite these issues, the game is generally regarded as one of the better zombie shooters available on mobile platforms.
“I literally love this game, it's amazing in every way, the gameplay is smooth, it's got some amazing quests/journeys.”
“The gameplay is actually very fun, but the ads have gotten so bad, when I go to open my inventory, I have to watch an ad, after everything I do there seems to be an ad.”
“The gameplay is fun, but the game keeps freezing which means you lose everything!”
“Ads are spammed and affect gameplay.”
“The gameplay is very repetitive, basically all fetch quests - 'go here, kill stuff, pickup something, come back'.”
“The amount of ads that constantly interrupt gameplay is crazy.”
- stability319 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing and crashing during gameplay, particularly when interacting with ads or transitioning between missions. Many players express frustration over losing progress, health, and items due to these glitches, which detracts from an otherwise enjoyable experience. While some users report smooth gameplay, the overall consensus indicates that the game suffers from persistent bugs that need urgent attention from developers.
“The stylized polygon graphics look and run great.”
“I have encountered no glitches or any sort of issues while playing this game, so I think it's all good for now!”
“This game is awesome; I have not run into any problems at all. It runs great, and the ads are reasonable—there aren't too many ads, but they are still there.”
“My only problem with this game is that it freezes and crashes pretty often, which is really annoying, especially when I'm on a mission.”
“The game constantly freezes up, and when I restart the app, it always kills me and puts me at the hospital, and also the audio messes up and doesn't work all the time.”
“Every time an ad comes on, the game breaks, takes ages to load, stutters, or freezes altogether.”
- humor177 mentions
- 99 % positive mentions
- -1 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its hilarious voice acting, witty dialogue, and funny storylines that often include pop culture references and unexpected twists. Many reviews note that the humor adds a unique charm to the gameplay, making it engaging and entertaining, even amidst the challenges of a zombie survival theme. Overall, the game's comedic elements are seen as a significant strength, contributing to its appeal and enjoyment.
“Great interactions, and hilarious voice acting keep up with the good work.”
“The story and characters all sum up perfectly, funny, unusual, and creative.”
“Funny characters and situations.”
“Not funny.”
“The jokes fell flat and felt forced.”
“I expected more clever humor, but it was mostly cringeworthy.”
- music75 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the eerie and atmospheric background tracks that enhance the gameplay experience, while others criticize the repetitive nature and low volume of the music. Many users report frequent audio glitches, including sudden drops in sound and music, often exacerbated by ads, which disrupt the overall immersion. Overall, while the soundtrack has potential, significant improvements are needed to address the technical issues and enhance the variety and volume of the music.
“I personally love the game, it has cool zombies, creepy music to go with it, new zombies almost every time you go someplace new, and it is one of my favorite games so far.”
“Love the music; the eerie vibe of the background music gives me chills and adds more complexity to the game.”
“Amazing game quality, amazing graphics design, amazing gameplay, and that horrifying music/sound is really amazing. I just love this game!”
“The sound also drops out for me sometimes - so sometimes there's music and sometimes there isn't, and sometimes there's no sound at all.”
“I would love to give this game five stars, but the problem is, most of the time the game crashes when the sound/music/voice suddenly goes silent.”
“The music is a bit boring; it's just the same tune over and over, so I turned it off.”
- optimization70 mentions
- 59 % positive mentions
- 34 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization receives mixed feedback from players. While many appreciate its smooth performance and compatibility with various devices, several users report issues such as lag, crashes, and problems with ads that disrupt gameplay. Improvements are needed, particularly for lower-end devices and to enhance the overall stability and responsiveness of the game.
“This is a polished game with a slowly unfolding story; it was well optimized and very well worth my time playing it.”
“Good controls, nice stylized graphics, and well optimized to work on most devices.”
“It's a great game with a good story base; it can get addictive in an instant, and the graphics are on point. It's well optimized and can run smoothly, overall it's doing the most.”
“The game keeps freezing, and the frequent stuttering makes it impossible to play the game properly; the audio keeps stopping mid-game.”
“The latest update still brought no improvement on the performance.”
“The game itself is really good but it's lacking in optimization.”
- grinding63 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the grinding in the game to be a mixed experience; while some enjoy the challenge and see it as a rewarding aspect, many express frustration over its repetitiveness and the necessity of watching ads to progress. The grind for resources and upgrades can feel tedious, especially as players advance, leading to a sense of monotony and dissatisfaction with the game's economy. Suggestions for improvement include reducing the grindiness and enhancing the loot system to make progression feel more rewarding.
“To sum it up, it's like an open world FPS that's not too grindy and not too many ads.”
“No lag, no money grab, no grinding, no boring, but not a cheap game as well. You indeed put a lot of effort into it, please keep it up and thanks!”
“The second problem is the grind; the game is just too grindy.”
“The game itself is fun, good mechanics, good graphics, however even after spending £30 on it, you have to watch a minimum of 10-15 ads a day to have a bit of money and fuel, and it's extremely grindy.”
“Gonna give this 1 star; the side missions to get coins get annoying; it's the same damn thing over and over, so tedious and it doesn't give enough silver.”
- emotional12 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be emotionally engaging, with a wholesome story and good graphics that evoke feelings of adventure and mild suspense. However, some users noted that the lack of voice acting in parts of the story diminishes its emotional impact. Overall, the game successfully creates a balance between fun and emotional resonance, making it a recommended experience despite some technical issues.
“Nice graphics and a wholesome story.”
“Awesome game but not for the faint of heart. Even though the zombies in this game are not that scary, it definitely gave me chills and made me feel as if actual zombies were near my house, spooking me a little. Anyways, awesome game, I would definitely recommend.”
“Way to go dudes, you should be proud; the game is wholesome.”
- atmosphere10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its casual yet engaging tone, enhanced by humor, solid character dialogue, and impressive cutscene animations. Players appreciate the well-designed graphics and the apocalyptic setting, which contribute to an immersive experience, although some suggest that a darker tone could heighten the horror elements. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a strong point, making the game enjoyable and visually appealing, despite some concerns about ads disrupting the experience.
“There's also some pretty good humor and solid character dialogue that contributes to the atmosphere of the game.”
“The zombies and the humans are well designed, the storyline is great and the atmosphere of the game is perfect.”
“I really love this game, the graphics are beautiful, the atmosphere is good, and the story is awesome.”
“The cutscene animations were so dope; I hope the characters have more dialogue. It would be more challenging and scary if the atmosphere was a bit grey or dark to add an eerie and horror feeling to it because it's a zombie game.”
“Smooth polygonal and apocalyptic atmosphere.”
“This game would be a 5-star game, but the ads ruin the atmosphere. I wish that the devs would address this.”
- character development10 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Overall, the character development in the game is highly praised, with players noting its depth and relevance to the engaging storyline. The character designs and progression are considered strong points, contributing to a satisfying gameplay experience. However, some users express a desire for further enhancements and additional story content.
“It's fun to play, zombies are diverse, and character development is interesting.”
“The best story mode with relevant character development.”
“In-depth character development.”
“I sincerely hope they add more story to the game; it also has Easter eggs and character development.”
“It has good graphics, but there is so much room for improvement. For the priorities, start with changing your character designs.”
- replayability8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's strong replayability, citing its engaging story, minimal ads, and offline play as key factors that enhance the experience. Many users express a desire to revisit the game, especially after updates that improve gameplay. Overall, the game is praised for its addictive nature and substantial replay value.
“Lot of replay value.”
“Enjoyable and loads of replayability.”
“This game deserves a five star as there are not many ads, it has offline play, great gameplay, and tons of replayability.”
“Just lost all my progress; I did make a purchase to remove ads, and it made the game much more playable.”
“Now let us see what replayability is like.”
“Awesome game I've ever played and fantastic story that makes the game more playable. However, I have finished this limited game on Android, and as I know, the PC version of this game still has a lot more content.”