Trapped Dead: Lockdown
- March 20, 2015
- Bigmoon Studios
Get on Steam"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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Reviews
- The game offers a fun and addictive hack-and-slash experience reminiscent of classic ARPGs like Diablo.
- Players appreciate the variety of characters, weapons, and skill trees, allowing for different playstyles and replayability.
- The atmosphere, sound design, and voice acting contribute to an engaging zombie-themed experience.
- The multiplayer feature is non-functional, leading to disappointment for those expecting co-op gameplay.
- The game suffers from bugs, poor optimization, and frustrating controls, which can hinder the overall experience.
- Many players find the game repetitive and grindy, with a lack of engaging story and unbalanced quests.
- story15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally viewed as lackluster, with many reviewers noting its repetitiveness, incomplete narrative, and poor voice acting. While some appreciate the unique storylines for different characters, the overall execution is criticized for being meandering and filled with absurd quests. Despite its flaws, a few players find enjoyment in the story's potential and the RPG elements it offers.
“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 skill trees for each character are individualized, giving you access to new unique defensive abilities and attack moves as you progress through the story.”
“Tons of loot, equipped armors and weapons change your appearance, old school level progression (skill tree but also level up stats), multiple characters to play as, multiple difficulties, and, although nothing mind-blowing, a cool story.”
“Don't expect an AAA game, don't expect ultra graphics, don't expect a story of the century.”
“The story is so depressing it drags you down.”
“Sure, it's got some flaws: the movie compression is ugly, the voice acting is terrible, the storyline is incomplete and meandering, and references events and details which were never previously discussed. NPCs are completely unrealistic, but you don't come to this game for the story.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally considered good but not cutting-edge, with a mix of dated visuals and a unique, surreal art style that some players find appealing. While the game features gorey and nightmarish imagery, expectations should be tempered given its lower price point and indie status. Overall, it may be worth trying if you appreciate its aesthetic and can find it on sale.
“Nice artwork, some kind of story, RPG elements.”
“Graphics are gory and surreal in their unescapable nightmare visuals.”
“The visuals are a bit dated.”
“I recommend it only if you get it on sale, and you like the graphic style, and you have an Xbox 360 controller that works on your PC.”
“The graphics are what I expected from a game I paid less than $20 for.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its well-crafted soundtrack and sound effects, effectively setting a dark and immersive tone that enhances the overall atmosphere of sorrow and horror.
“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.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is enjoyable and well-balanced, featuring smooth movement and weapon mechanics that improve upon its predecessor's clumsiness. However, some players find the inventory management cumbersome and may not be inclined to replay for achievements. Fans of action RPGs like Diablo and Torchlight are likely to appreciate the gameplay style.
“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.”
“Gameplay-wise, I don't think I'd play this multiple times to unlock all the achievements with multiple classes, and there's probably too much inventory juggling, but apart from that, it's a good blast.”
“Gameplay-wise, I don't think I'd play this multiple times to unlock all the achievements with multiple classes, and there's probably too much inventory juggling. But apart from that, it's a good blast.”
“If you like Diablo, Torchlight, Van Helsing, etc., you might like this game, as the gameplay is similar.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to frequent crashes in full-screen mode and subpar performance, with users experiencing only 30 fps despite having capable hardware. Overall, there is a strong demand for significant improvements in optimization.
“Very bad game optimization; crashes in full screen mode and only runs at a disappointing 30 fps, while my laptop can handle Paladins at a steady 60 fps.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its engaging zombie theme, complemented by a nice ambiance and above-average voice acting that enhances the overall experience.
“The atmosphere is immersive, creating a chilling experience with the presence of zombies.”
“Pros: The game features a nice atmosphere complemented by above-average voice acting.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players note that the game's replayability is influenced by weapon selection, as certain characters may struggle without access to specific weapons like the bazooka, which can impact the overall experience in subsequent playthroughs.
“The game offers incredible replayability, as each playthrough can feel completely different based on the choices you make and the weapons you use.”
“I love how replayable this game is; every time I play, I discover new strategies and tactics that keep the experience fresh.”
“The variety of characters and weapons ensures that no two runs are ever the same, making it highly replayable.”
“The game is replayable, but you need to remember the weapons you have; if you play someone who can't use a bazooka, you're screwed.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
“The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying the game feel tedious and uninteresting.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect somewhat repetitive, yet generally more enjoyable compared to similar games in the genre. While it may feel grindy, it is not considered a major drawback.
“It is a bit repetitive and grindy, but it's not terrible; it's actually better than other games like this.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game primarily through the witty dialogues with NPCs, which often include humorous use of bad language, adding a comedic flair to interactions.
“The dialogues with some NPCs are hilarious; they really know how to use humor to lighten the mood!”
“The witty banter between characters had me laughing out loud!”
“The game's humor is spot on, with clever jokes and funny situations that keep you entertained.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report occasional bugs, particularly when using the mouse, which can affect overall stability during gameplay.
“The game is a little buggy sometimes when clicking with the mouse.”
