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The Zhukov Line

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97%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
grinding, stability
97% User Score Based on 96 reviews

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The Zhukov Line is a single player survival simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by Fish Tin Games and was released on February 16, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

The Zhukov Line is a short one-room-horror which takes place on a livestock train in a dystopian Soviet state. First day on the job...Accepting a new job as a transport supervisor for the Chernovar Oversight Division you have been tasked with transporting a special livestock specimen. As you awake on a cold iron train, you hear ungodly screams from the coaches behind you. Scrambling to your com…

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97%
Audience ScoreBased on 96 reviews
story5 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The game features a solid concept with engaging mechanics that keep players on their toes.
  • Visually appealing with a great atmosphere, the game effectively builds tension and intrigue.
  • It's a free game that offers a fun, short experience, making it a worthwhile play for those looking for a quick thrill.
  • The game is quite short, leaving players wanting more and feeling like it ends abruptly.
  • Some mechanics can feel repetitive, and the difficulty may be frustrating for some players, especially in Endless Mode.
  • Random jump scares can feel unnecessary and detract from the overall experience.
  • story
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is generally described as simple yet engaging, with some players appreciating its twists and pacing, while others find it lacking depth and detail. Despite its minimal dialogue and short length, the narrative piques curiosity about the game's world and its underlying mysteries. Overall, it offers a decent experience, though some players desire a more fleshed-out storyline.

    • “The story is simple, but did have me guessing what the twist would be.”
    • “Simple yet compelling story.”
    • “The story wasn't heavily worked on, minimal text dialogue and no audio dialogue; however, with the information given, you can't help but desire more. It makes you think about what's going on in this world after finishing the game, and where this biohazard came from.”
    • “The story wasn't heavily worked on; minimal text dialogue and no audio dialogue. However, with the information given, you can't help but desire more. It makes you think about what's going on in this world after finishing this game. Where did this biohazard come from?”
    • “While the story was decent, it lacks depth.”
    • “I am a bit confused about the story, but I get the gist of it.”
  • gameplay
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics that offer a surprising depth, especially in endless mode, providing a nerve-wracking experience enhanced by a strong atmosphere and visuals. While the core gameplay loop is easy to grasp and engaging, some users noted minor bugs and a desire for more preparation options. Overall, the game successfully balances accessibility with challenge, making it enjoyable for a wide range of players.

    • “The gameplay is good, the atmosphere and audio also.”
    • “Really cool horror game, unique gameplay and genuine fear factor.”
    • “The sedative deployment screen seems a little buggy; I have to spam click it, and this is probably just me not getting the mechanics, but the creature just hits doors randomly and there is no sedative option, which means it just gets a free pass to move forward, and the same when the other two tasks happen.”
    • “The mechanics are simple, though I do wish I could prep some things like the test tubes, especially when playing in endless mode on hard.”
    • “Great atmosphere, simple structure, nerve-wracking gameplay.”
  • graphics
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cool concept and appealing art style, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience. While some users find the horror visuals less scary and occasionally annoying, the overall aesthetic is described as nice and engaging, with minimalist designs that complement the intriguing lore. The combination of great visuals and sound engineering contributes to a captivating and spooky environment.

    • “The aesthetic is really nice.”
    • “I like the graphics and the environment the game sets you in, reminds me of 'the other side' with the gameplay as well.”
    • “The visuals pop and the atmosphere is really good!”
    • “The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
    • “Character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to connect with the story.”
    • “The environments feel bland and uninspired, which detracts from the overall experience.”
  • atmosphere
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its tension, spookiness, and immersive sound design, effectively creating a sense of dread and urgency. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to balance fun and stress, with strong visual and audio elements that enhance the overall experience. Many consider it a standout feature, especially for a short horror game, drawing inspiration from classic titles while delivering a captivating ambiance.

    • “A fantastic little horror game that accomplishes so much so quickly, this game effectively and efficiently offers a powerful atmosphere filled with tension, intrigue, and dread.”
    • “Very atmospheric, definitely clear inspirations from Resident Evil and FNAF, has some very intense moments as the ambience increases the longer a day goes on, when issues arise the sound is what pops out the most for me, the loud banging noises, the constant alarms, the sound of the steam from the burst pipe, it all builds up the feeling of impending doom and entrapment.”
    • “Cool short horror game, the atmosphere is actually spooky and the game does a good job of being fun and tense at the same time - definitely recommended especially for a free game.”
    • “A short horror game with the atmosphere of the USSR.”
    • “A fantastic little horror game that accomplishes so much so quickly; this game effectively and efficiently offers a powerful atmosphere filled with tension, intrigue, and dread.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat excessive, with many describing it as "a bit grindy" or "a little grindy." Some users humorously suggest that it may require significant time investment, possibly even the use of macros, to endure the repetitive tasks involved.

    • “It can be a bit grindy sometimes, but the rewards make it worth it.”
    • “I find it a little grindy, yet it adds to the overall experience.”
    • “You'll need a second life, maybe some macros, and a will to live for grinding.”
    • “A bit grindy sometimes.”
    • “A little grindy.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report stability issues with the sedative deployment screen, noting it can be buggy and requires excessive clicking. Additionally, there are concerns about creatures behaving erratically, such as hitting doors randomly and bypassing sedative options, which may hinder gameplay.

    • “The sedative deployment screen seems a little buggy; I have to spam click it. This might just be me not understanding the mechanics, but the creature hits doors randomly, and there is no sedative option, which means it just gets a free pass to move forward. The same issue occurs with the other two tasks.”
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The Zhukov Line is a survival simulation game with horror theme.

The Zhukov Line is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

The Zhukov Line was released on February 16, 2024.

The Zhukov Line was developed by Fish Tin Games.

The Zhukov Line has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

The Zhukov Line is a single player game.

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