Trapped Dead: Lockdown

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"Trapped Dead: Lockdown" is a top-down zombie survival game set in a hospital overrun by the undead. Players must scavenge for resources and craft weapons to survive while completing objectives and uncovering the hospital's secrets. The game features both single-player and multiplayer modes, with a focus on tactical decision-making and strategic resource management.

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50%

Audience ScoreBased on 102 reviews

story8 positive mentions

stability9 negative mentions

The game features multiple character classes, adding some replay value and variety to gameplay.
The combat can be enjoyable, with a variety of weapons and skills available for players to experiment with.
The game has a nostalgic B-movie vibe, with humorous voice acting and a fun atmosphere for zombie slaying.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including issues with multiplayer functionality and progression-breaking glitches.
Gameplay can become repetitive quickly, with limited weapon variety and simplistic level design.
The user interface is clunky and poorly designed, making inventory management and skill assignment frustrating.

story
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
76%
8%
The story in this game is largely criticized for being generic and reminiscent of B-movie horror tropes, featuring a clichéd zombie and mad scientist narrative. While each character offers a unique storyline, the overall plot is described as linear, repetitive, and lacking depth, with many players noting that the game is not designed for those seeking a rich narrative experience. Despite some humorous voice acting, the story fails to engage, often feeling like an afterthought in a hack-and-slash gameplay environment.
- “Each character has a different storyline, so picking a new character to play with will give you a new story and new objectives to complete their path.”
- “The story is engaging, but only because it makes you feel like you are living out a zombie B-movie.”
- “The good part of the story is the voice acting, which is funny and adds a little humor to the game, although sometimes I feel like the characters are talking for way too long; thankfully, you can skip it.”
- “Don't bother, the story is a generic zombie/mad scientist combo.”
- “The story is just straight up a B horror film wannabe, but while having a few laughs, it doesn’t hold interest, and I expect most that play this won’t be doing so for the story.”
- “Unfortunately, most characters will follow the same quest line, which mostly consists of the usual go-here or fetch-this.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
68%
16%
The graphics of the game are generally considered dated and not on par with modern AAA titles, often described as old-looking and reminiscent of games from decades past. However, some players appreciate the unique artistic style and decent resolution support, noting that the visuals, while not groundbreaking, are acceptable for an indie game. Overall, the graphics receive mixed reviews, with some finding them enjoyable in a nostalgic sense, while others criticize their lack of polish and clarity.
- “The creatures were well animated, the engine was slick and fluid, and the visuals held up okay with at least some proper resolution support.”
- “The graphics are gory and surreal in their unescapable nightmare visuals.”
- “The graphics and music do work rather well, and are a notable improvement over the last game.”
- “It has dated graphics, controls okay with an Xbox 360 controller, and a very cliché story, not totally boring but close to it and the combat is slightly enjoyable.”
- “The graphics as well don’t really stand out and often times were muddy and not close to modern standards.”
- “I have to mention though that I've been playing games with similar graphics 20 years ago on my Amiga 500.”
gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
59%
18%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the solid controls and class-based mechanics that encourage cooperative play, while others criticize it for being slow-paced, repetitive, and plagued by bugs. Many find the core mechanics average and lacking innovation, leading to a monotonous experience with clunky UI and poor enemy AI. Overall, while it may appeal to fans of classic hack-and-slash games, it falls short in delivering a satisfying and engaging gameplay experience.
- “I must say I was really surprised when I played this... it's got solid controls, decent gameplay, and I've been addicted to it a bit. It's a fun zombie shooter. To the devs, make another game like Trapped Dead 2 with better gameplay mechanics and more animations for attacks, and it will be a hot seller. Not a lot of games like this around that are actually decent and fun to play.”
- “Classes have weapons they can and can't use, so playing in a group with many classes is encouraged through gameplay.”
- “Gameplay has just the right amount of balanced movement and weapon fire where actions take the proper amount of time to do without being too fast or too slow, unlike the first game in the series where the combat and movement felt very frustrating and clumsy.”
- “What follows is a slurry of half-finished, slow-paced mechanics that amount to nothing but frustration and sadness.”
- “There are no branching paths or side quests to do; this cuts down on a significant portion of gameplay.”
- “The gameplay was monotonous, the UI clunky, the enemy AI seemed to have trouble pathfinding toward the player, and bugs/crashes were rampant.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
90%
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting persistent bugs, unresponsive controls, and texture glitches. Many players feel that the game remains a "buggy mess" and has not improved over time, leading to a general recommendation to avoid it. While some players experienced fewer issues, the overall consensus highlights significant stability problems that detract from the gameplay experience.
- “It looked okay, no glitches or bugs that I saw (though reading online, I was one of the lucky ones in this regard) and it had enough loot to keep me playing.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any major issues, making for a stable and enjoyable experience.”
- “I experienced very few crashes, which is impressive for a game of this scale.”
- “I can't recommend this game; it's just too buggy.”
- “A buggy mess that's been abandoned by the devs. Avoid!”
- “It did not receive very good scores, mainly due to being buggy beyond an acceptable point and generally awful gameplay.”
replayability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The game's replayability is mixed, with some players appreciating the variety offered by multiple classes and skill trees, while others criticize the linear mission structure and lack of significant differences between classes. Overall, opinions range from decent replay value for certain players to a low score of 4/10 for those who find little incentive to return.
- “The game has potential and can be a lot of fun for the right player, tons of replay value.”
- “The skill trees are different between the classes and so the replayability is actually pretty decent.”
- “Multiple classes to add some replay value.”
- “This cuts down on the differences between classes and replayability.”
- “The linear nature of game missions (go down the street, kill everything that moves, talk to NPC, do his bidding, kill everyone, continue after NPC said mission is complete...) doesn't really help with game replayability.”
- “For me, this game has almost no replayability, and I will probably not be coming back to it, only if things get better (fixing the goddamn UI & bugs would be enough for me to clench my teeth).”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the well-executed soundtrack and sound effects that enhance the atmosphere, others find the music generic and forgettable, often overshadowed by lengthy dialogue. The dark, immersive quality of the music is noted as effective in setting the game's tone, but many feel it lacks memorable tracks, with a significant portion perceived as mere ambient noise.
- “I like everything about the game from the soundtrack to the dialogue.”
- “The sound effects and soundtrack in the game are very well done.”
- “Music sets the tone perfectly with its dark, all-enveloping quality as if the world had been transformed into an unending morgue of sorrow and sanity-destroying horror.”
- “Characters often talk for way too long, forcing you to skip over each box of dialogue while the game's soundtrack continues to drone on throughout, never being memorable for even a second.”
- “The soundtrack, on the other hand, is absolutely generic; I can't recall any track that sticks in my head, and I believe it's 85% just ambient noise.”
- “Music - 5/10”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The game's atmosphere is praised for its effective blend of eerie elements and old-school humor, creating a unique and engaging experience. Reviewers highlight the above-average voice acting as a significant contributor to the overall ambiance, enhancing the enjoyment of the zombie theme.
- “The dialogs have that old-school touch with nasty humor, which makes the eerie atmosphere feel less heavy.”
- “Pros: nice atmosphere and above-average voice acting.”
- “The atmosphere is great.”
- “The dialogues have an old-school touch with nasty humor that makes the eerie atmosphere feel less heavy.”
- “The game fails to create a truly immersive atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected from the world.”
- “Despite the potential for a haunting environment, the atmosphere feels flat and uninspired.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game suffers from poor optimization, with users reporting crashes when running in full screen and consistently low frame rates of 30 fps, despite having capable hardware that can handle other games at 60 fps. Overall, there is a strong demand for improved optimization.
- “Very bad game optimization; crashes at full screen and only achieves a crappy 30 fps, while my laptop can handle Paladins at a steady 60 fps.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is primarily delivered through witty dialogues with NPCs, featuring amusing voice acting that enhances the comedic elements. While some players appreciate the humor, they note that the lengthy conversations can be excessive, though the option to skip them is a helpful feature.
- “The dialogues with some NPCs are funny; they use bad language, which adds to the humor.”
- “The best part of the story is the voice acting, which is funny and adds a little humor to the game. Although sometimes I feel like the characters are talking for way too long, thankfully you can skip it.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect somewhat repetitive, yet they consider it more enjoyable compared to similar games in the genre.
- “It is a bit repetitive and grindy, but it's not terrible; it's actually better than other games like this.”