Withstand: Survival

73%
Game Brain Score Based on 179 reviews
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  • graphics
  • gameplay
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In "Withstand: Survival" , play as a journalist on a mysterious island with infected residents, wild animals, and special forces. Explore the dangerous open world, gather resources, craft items, and complete quests to uncover the truth. Fight enemies, build and upgrade your vehicle, and survive in a hazardous environment with poisoned water.

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  • Windows
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Reviews

73%
Audience ScoreBased on 179 reviews
story6 positive mentions
monetization3 negative mentions
  • The game has a lot of potential and is being actively developed with regular updates.
  • Graphics are impressive and the gameplay runs smoothly, providing an enjoyable experience.
  • The developer is responsive to community feedback and is dedicated to improving the game.
  • The game feels empty and lacks content, with many areas having little to no loot or challenges.
  • There are numerous bugs and technical issues, including problems with saving and quest markers.
  • The AI is poor, and combat mechanics can be frustrating, leading to a lack of engagement.
  • story28 mentions

    The story aspect of the game is currently unfinished and subject to change with future updates, leading to mixed reviews from players. While some appreciate the backstory and the potential for interesting quests, many find the narrative unengaging and poorly integrated with gameplay, often feeling like a tutorial rather than a cohesive story. Additionally, players have reported issues with quest markers and objectives, which detract from the overall experience.

    • “The backstory is good, leading you right into the quest line from the beginning.”
    • “I'm impressed with the story quests as most of the early access survival games I've played either only have snippets here and there or are still in development.”
    • “I can't wait to see how the story progresses and what other mechanics will be added!”
    • “At the same time, there's a storyline to follow, but honestly, it's not very interesting at all. Even if I've been reading the new parts of the storyline, I can't really remember what it's all about.”
    • “There is no story; unlike what was shown in the screenshots, there are no documents to read, just pointless survival. Enemies are scarce, and there's no point to loot.”
    • “Objectives and quests are not optimized well; you don't really know what to do unless you fiddle in the quest section. Tutorials are mixed in with quests, and it just isn't streamlined yet.”
  • graphics23 mentions

    Overall, the graphics of the game have received a positive reception, with many users noting that they are impressive and visually appealing, especially for an early access title. While some critiques mention a lack of environmental detail and a somewhat barren landscape, the smooth performance and detailed points of interest contribute to a generally favorable impression. Users appreciate the game's aesthetic, highlighting its potential for future improvements as development continues.

    • “Graphics are really good.”
    • “The graphics are impressive, even the weary atmosphere keeps me on edge.”
    • “Graphics and performance wise, they are really good for a game that just got released.”
    • “Graphics are fairly cut and dry; they seem cut and paste from games like Myst.”
    • “I also hope the game creator can focus on realistic graphics rather than the gameplay.”
    • “Graphics 4/10.”
  • gameplay17 mentions

    Overall, the gameplay is characterized by simple and clear mechanics that are easy to grasp, making it accessible for players. While some users noted occasional bugs and a lack of challenge, many appreciated the smoothness of the gameplay and the engaging environment. The game shows potential for improvement, with hopes for more depth and difficulty in future updates.

    • “Gameplay itself is pretty smooth and graphics are good.”
    • “I loved the shooting/fighting mechanics and traveling.”
    • “The environment is stunning, the gameplay is pretty damn smooth, and it's a fun world to explore.”
    • “After an hour of play, I had all the weapons, loads of food, water, 3 stocked inventory chests, 5 jerry cans of fuel, and ammo after just raiding 6/7 places. I couldn’t see where else the game could possibly evolve to; it’s just the same thing. Not to mention, you can just run the zombies over in your truck. This game would be great if it was way harder. There's no need to even protect your loot as nothing attacks your base, and your base area already has crafting tables, storage boxes, weapon and ammo benches. This should all be earned and crafted/leveled up. You can’t build really either. I wish this game had easy to extreme gameplay choices. If you die in this game, go play Mario.”
    • “Gameplay 0/10”
    • “Has a great concept and graphics are more than acceptable, but the ambience, animations, and gameplay are currently barely bearable.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    Overall, players report excellent optimization, noting a lack of crashes, bugs, or performance issues. The game's graphics and performance are surprisingly high-quality for a recent release, and developers are consistently delivering updates to maintain this standard.

    • “I haven't crashed or experienced any bugs or performance issues, and the devs are always keeping their promises and updating the game.”
    • “Performance is very good, surprisingly!”
    • “The game is super optimized!”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game is tied to promoting content creation, as users express a desire to support both the developer and the gaming community through platforms like YouTube. However, there is some confusion regarding the game's mechanics, particularly the aiming system, which may detract from the overall experience.

    • “The monetization system feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
    • “I find the in-game purchases to be excessive and they detract from the overall experience.”
    • “It's frustrating that you can't fully enjoy the game without being constantly prompted to spend money.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game has been criticized for being repetitive and monotonous, with a looping soundtrack that quickly becomes tiresome and detracts from the overall experience. Many players found it so unengaging that they opted to turn it off entirely.

    • “The soundtrack is just a few notes played on a loop, which quickly becomes mind-numbing.”
    • “I drove around a very bland-looking island, accompanied by a terrible looping soundtrack that I had to turn off after 5 minutes.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    Reviewers indicate that the game's current replayability is lacking and requires significant improvements from the developers. Many express hope that future updates may enhance the experience, but until then, they are not inclined to revisit the game.

    • “To make it replayable, a lot of work is required from the developers.”
    • “Maybe somewhere down the line, after a few more updates, we might see a more playable game. At that point, I may consider changing my review, but until then, it is a thumbs down from me.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by impressive graphics that create a tense and engaging environment, despite some users finding the world to be somewhat cold and boring. Overall, it effectively maintains a sense of unease that enhances the gameplay experience.

    • “The graphics are impressive; even the weary atmosphere keeps me on edge.”
    • “The world does feel a little cold and boring, but it has a good atmosphere when you play.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game's stability has seen some improvements, such as the removal of save points and the introduction of a new build menu. However, many users still report significant issues, including freezing at startup, which hampers overall gameplay experience.

    • “Well, the game pretty much doesn't work; it just freezes when I start it. I can't press continue.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is primarily derived from its hilarious ragdoll physics and amusing bugs, such as flying cars and zombies blocking vehicles. Players express a desire for more comedic encounters, particularly with zombies, to enhance the fun. Overall, the game's quirky elements contribute to its charm, despite being in early access.

    • “Hilarious ragdoll physics; that's all I needed to call this a great game! This game needs more zombies to kick ass or get ass kicked by zombies. I only met one zombie in the whole big map. I like this game; keep updating it, game dev!”
    • “Although there are some bugs, which is understandable for an early access game, they are quite funny to experience, from flying cars to zombies that can block your vehicle.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players appreciate the crafting, farming, and loot systems, finding them engaging and unexpected. However, some have encountered frustrating issues, such as a tutorial bug that prevents the completion of farming quests, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “The guns don't even sound like guns, and there's a tutorial bug that won't let you finish the farming quest. I've built 3 greenhouses, and it still remains unchecked in the checklist.”
    • “Grinding feels tedious and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
    • “The amount of time required to level up is excessive, leading to burnout rather than enjoyment.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    While the user expresses a strong affection for the game, they note some technical issues that detract from the overall experience. The emotional connection is evident, but the presence of bugs may hinder full immersion.

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Play time

4hMedian play time
5hAverage play time
3-8hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 5 analyzed playthroughs

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