XCavalypse
- June 6, 2016
- davevillz
Get on Steam"XCavalypse" is a simulation game that allows for both single-player and multi-player experiences, taking place months after a zombie apocalypse. Players take control of a fleet of excavators in an effort to reclaim the city, with destructible environments and great graphics. The game is being developed by an indie developer who wants to create a fresh, fun experience that they themselves would enjoy playing.
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Reviews
- XCavalypse offers a unique and fun twist on zombie games by allowing players to use heavy machinery to defeat zombies, providing a satisfying experience.
- The game is affordable and provides decent entertainment value, especially for those who enjoy quirky and unconventional gameplay.
- Despite its rough edges, the game has a certain charm and can be enjoyable once players get accustomed to the controls.
- The controls are clunky and not well explained, making it difficult for players to fully enjoy the experience.
- The game feels incomplete and lacks depth, with limited modes and objectives that can lead to a short playtime.
- Players prone to motion sickness may find the VR experience uncomfortable, as the game can induce nausea due to its mechanics.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay of xcavalypse is considered to be moderately engaging, offering a unique twist in the crowded zombie genre, though it lacks dynamism. Players' enjoyment may vary based on their perception of value for money, especially since the game has not seen a price drop since its release.
“Here is a quick gameplay.”
“I would like to show people some gameplay!”
“It's not amazingly dynamic gameplay, but it's an interesting enough twist to justify its existence in the oversaturated zombie game market.”
“That really depends on how you value hour per dollar of gameplay as xcavalypse hasn't had a price drop since the 2018 winter sale.”
“I can't record gameplay.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its silly and entertaining ragdoll physics, which users find consistently hilarious and enjoyable. Overall, players appreciate the lighthearted and comedic nature of the gameplay.
“The ragdolls are hilarious.”
“Very silly and funny little game!”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is notably poor, as players report experiencing discomfort and illness shortly after starting, in stark contrast to their ability to play other Vive-optimized games for extended periods without issues.
“I can play Vive-optimized games for hours with no issues, but this made me ill within a few seconds.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a complete absence of a story, with multiple users expressing disappointment over the lack of narrative content in the game.
“There was no story whatsoever.”
“There was no story whatsoever.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the main menu has received high praise from users, with multiple reviews highlighting its awesomeness.
“The music in the main menu was awesome!”
