Waste Walkers

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Waste Walkers is a single player open world role playing game. It was developed by Corrosion and was released on June 1, 2015. It received positive reviews from players.

"Waste Walkers" is a post-apocalyptic survival RPG with over 8 years of continuous support and updates from the developers. The Prepper's Edition includes the full game, a digital art book, game guide, soundtrack, novella, and desktop backgrounds. This community-driven game also now features gamepad support for player convenience.

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 179 reviews

story11 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

Waste Walkers offers a unique blend of survival mechanics and RPG elements, creating an engaging gameplay experience.
The game features a dark, immersive atmosphere with detailed environments and a compelling soundtrack that enhances the post-apocalyptic setting.
The developer is highly responsive to community feedback, frequently updating the game and addressing bugs, which shows a commitment to improving the player experience.

The gameplay can feel unpolished at times, with issues such as a confusing map system and unclear inventory management that can detract from the overall experience.
Combat can be frustratingly difficult, especially in the early stages, leading to a steep learning curve that may discourage some players.
The game lacks a clear overarching story or direction, which can leave players feeling lost and unsure of their objectives.

story
118 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
88%
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The game's story is generally described as a standard post-apocalyptic narrative, with a mix of main and side quests that offer varying levels of engagement. While the base game leans towards a sandbox experience with minimal story, the DLCs provide more structured and story-driven content, albeit shorter in length. Overall, players appreciate the freedom to explore and engage with the environment, but many feel the main quest lacks depth and could benefit from more meaningful storytelling and character development.
- “The base game is more free roaming and sandbox-like, and you can discover things and do quests in whatever order you happen upon them, while the two separate DLCs are shorter but more story-driven.”
- “The story is fairly standard for a post-apocalyptic setting: the world has been destroyed by nuclear war and mundane life no longer exists.”
- “This is a very impressive and very different RPG from Corrosive Studios that can and will entangle you in its story, its atmosphere, its high quality, and its intricate detail from the very start.”
- “The main quest is too short and lacks some depth.”
- “The story is shallow as hell when it could've been so much better.”
- “Followed the main quest for the hour that I played, felt very bare bones and generic in terms of actual story, on about the same level as a short story written as a homework assignment.”
gameplay
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
69%
6%
The gameplay of "Waste Walkers" is characterized by a mix of solid mechanics, survival elements, and RPG features, offering a fun and immersive experience despite some unpolished aspects. Players appreciate the balance of crafting, looting, and turn-based combat, although some find the graphics lacking and the survival mechanics occasionally too forgiving. Overall, while the game draws comparisons to classic RPGs and post-apocalyptic themes, it provides a unique experience that may require patience to fully enjoy.
- “The game has some solid mechanics and a lot of different ways to play.”
- “Very good survival mechanics, and a nice open world.”
- “The gameplay is good and balanced without exaggeration.”
- “That said, I'm finding it hard to overlook how unpolished the gameplay experience is.”
- “Even though I originally bought it on a 50% off sale, I don't think the experience, graphics, or especially gameplay are worth that money.”
- “The general Fallout/Stalker style gameplay of surviving and exploring is there, but unfortunately it just wasn't any fun, and for £6.99 that's not gonna fly; maybe at about £1.99 it would feel like decent value.”
graphics
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game, created with RPG Maker, are generally described as solid yet dated, featuring standard 2D pixel art that lacks modern HD support and customization options. While some players appreciate the retro aesthetic and unique art style, others criticize the graphics as poor and basic, feeling they detract from the overall experience. Despite these shortcomings, many find the visuals charming and fitting for the game's atmosphere, contributing to its nostalgic appeal.
- “I really like the art style and theme of this one.”
- “The graphic is pleasant to look at; you won't see many of those usual generic sprites.”
- “Gorgeous retro aesthetic, not like the other RPG Maker rubbish on here!”
- “Also, like all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options, making this unacceptable for any dedicated modern PC gamer.”
- “The graphics are really poor, so I wish you would rebuild it, but still the game mechanics are awesome.”
- “It has dated graphics, I'm pretty sure it was made with RPG Maker and it's pretty basic too, but for some reason I couldn't stop playing it (atmosphere maybe?).”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
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The music in Waste Walkers is widely praised for its ability to enhance the game's atmosphere, effectively contributing to the apocalyptic and eerie mood. Reviewers note that the soundtrack is fitting and adds a layer of immersion, although some feel it is non-essential to gameplay. Overall, the combination of moody background music and sound effects creates a compelling sense of dread and complements the game's environment well.
- “The background music and sound effects are moody, adding to the whole apocalypse feeling nicely.”
- “The music is nice and creepy, which is aesthetically pleasing for those who like the 'zombie' feel to a game.”
- “But the dark fog that constantly surrounds you and the eerie music creates a real sense of dread.”
- “However, those are accurately presented as non-essential content that in no way impacts the game (much like a soundtrack DLC, they're just additional files of interest to some and not game content), so it's a minor grief of mine.”
- “But the dark fog that constantly surrounds you (you can turn the fog off in the options) and the eerie music creates a real sense of dread.”
- “- Dark, gloomy, and misty effect from the music, sounds, and even enemies and visuals gives it a cool feeling and, in a sense, goosebumps.”
atmosphere
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its immersive and dark post-apocalyptic setting, effectively capturing a sense of loneliness and danger as players navigate a ruined world. The combination of music, environmental design, and narrative elements contributes to a compelling experience that resonates with fans of survival games. Despite some dated graphics, the overall ambiance keeps players engaged and eager to explore further.
- “This game has a decent size map for what it is; the music and atmosphere are good considering.”
- “Waste Walkers is probably one of the best RPG Maker games I have ever played due to its great atmosphere and complex game mechanics.”
- “This game has a very dark atmosphere of a post-apocalyptic setting after a nuclear war. It left the world in disorder; everything collapsed. The game looks like a post-apocalyptic movie. Your first goal at the start is to survive and find your family. There are many side quests. I highly recommend this game to players who love survival games with a post-apocalyptic setting, but I don't recommend it for players who hate tragedy.”
- “The atmosphere and tone of it is really dark and despairing, yet fun to play.”
- “There are lots of things to fight, and the atmosphere is dark and gloomy, so you never know when something may jump out at you.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find emotional depth in games like "To the Moon," which is noted for its touching narrative. However, there is a desire for more complex, non-linear storytelling that includes meaningful choices and their consequences, enhancing the emotional impact of the experience.
- “Maybe I haven't got enough experience with RPG Maker games, but I played one that is very nice, 'To the Moon.' It's touching.”
- “It requires a bit more content, like non-linear stories (especially heartbreaking ones) where you have choices and must live with the consequences, whether good or bad.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game experiences occasional freezing when opening chests or menus, likely due to the large map and numerous events, which can be frustrating for players. However, it is praised for its technical soundness and minimal glitches, showcasing the developer's impressive skills at a young age.
- “The game freezes for a second when opening chests or menus due to the sheer size of the map and the number of events, which can get annoying.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that the grinding in the game consists of two main types: battle and loot, both of which are executed adequately. However, players find the combat uninspiring and often resort to investing in passive skills, resulting in a repetitive and tedious gameplay experience centered around basic attack mechanics.
- “It's basically two types of RPG grinding: battle and loot. While it does these well, nothing about it compelled me.”
- “The combat feels lackluster. Although it has fairly impressive customization of your skills, I find myself investing in passive skills like 10% more dodge, which leads to tedious repetition of clicking attack on the enemy.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers criticize the monetization strategy as exploitative, labeling it as a series of lazy cash grabs rather than genuine game development.
- “This isn't game development; this is a series of lazy cash grabs.”
- “The monetization model feels exploitative and prioritizes profit over player experience.”
- “I feel like I'm being pushed to spend money just to enjoy the game fully.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been criticized for poor performance, preventing players from enjoying the experience for extended periods, despite its potential.
- “It seems like it has a lot of potential, but I haven't been able to play for more than maybe 40 minutes into the story due to the poor performance on my system.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted through the amusing and engaging descriptions of objects, which not only add a comedic touch but also enhance the overall world-building.
- “All the objects have interesting descriptions that are sometimes funny, adding depth to the world.”
- “The humor in the dialogue is clever and keeps the gameplay light-hearted and enjoyable.”
- “I love how the game incorporates witty puns and jokes that make even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users find the game to be highly replayable, with anticipation for an upcoming storyline that is expected to enhance the experience further.
- “Very replayable; the storyline is coming shortly and will surely impress.”
- “The game offers a variety of choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
- “With multiple endings and different character paths, I find myself coming back for more.”