Xmas Apocalypse

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"Xmas Apocalypse" is a third-person shooter set during the zombie apocalypse on Christmas Eve. Santa's sleigh has crashed, and it's up to you to survive until Christmas Day by defeating hordes of undead and other massive creatures. As you progress, unlock new skills and upgrades for your weapons, with a deck-based upgrade system and a Christmas skill tree for permanent stat boosts. Fight to save Christmas in this festive horde-survival roguelite.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 43 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and creative twist on the horde survival genre, combining Christmas themes with engaging gameplay.
The developer has shown dedication to improving the game, fixing bugs, and adding new content, which enhances the overall experience.
The gameplay is addictive with a rewarding progression system, allowing players to unlock various skills and upgrades that create different builds.

The game suffers from balancing issues, with some upgrades feeling overpowered and others underwhelming, leading to a lack of variety in gameplay.
There are significant technical issues, including poor camera controls and glitches that can disrupt the experience.
The game has limited content, with only one mode and a short playtime, which may not justify its price for some players.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay is fast-paced and engaging, featuring smooth shooting mechanics and a rewarding progression system that encourages strategic thinking with skill upgrades and synergies. However, players have noted performance issues, bugs, and a lack of variety in gameplay elements, with certain perks and weapons overshadowing others. Despite these drawbacks, the unique perspective and addictive core loop contribute to an overall enjoyable experience.
- “Super fun fast action gameplay.”
- “Smooth shooting mechanics, rewarding upgrades, variety that actually makes you think about synergies.”
- “Fun core gameplay loop with a neat cartoony aesthetic and a bunch of cool power ups.”
- “We enjoyed it, but it had some issues with running poorly, and a few gameplay bugs leading to having to restart the game a few times.”
- “The gameplay itself isn't all that varied, and I've found a handful of perks and weapons that absolutely dominate compared to others.”
- “Each run has in-game progression: kill zombies, collect gems, and choose skill cards that'll upgrade various shooting mechanics.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highly praised, featuring clever one-liners and amusing scenarios, such as Santa delivering comedic lines while hogs hilariously charge at zombies. Players find the comedic elements to be a delightful twist that enhances the overall experience, contributing to its replayability and enjoyment.
- “It's a hilarious twist on this type of game.”
- “I was looking for random games on Steam, saw this absolute masterpiece at $4, and lose my shit laughing every time I see a horde of hogs ram into zombies while Santa delivers the greatest written one-liners of the decade.”
- “Humor touches are nice, and the progression and replayability are quite rewarding!”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
The graphics are characterized by a charming, low-quality cartoony aesthetic that complements the game's fun core gameplay loop and features a variety of cool power-ups.
- “The visuals, although low quality, are charming and perfectly suit the game.”
- “The fun core gameplay loop is complemented by a neat cartoony aesthetic and a bunch of cool power-ups.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
- “Character models look flat and lifeless, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, failing to capture my interest.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the humor in the game enjoyable, and they appreciate the rewarding progression system, which enhances the overall replayability.
- “The humor touches are nice, and the progression and replayability are quite rewarding!”
- “Every playthrough feels fresh, thanks to the diverse choices and outcomes available.”
- “The game offers multiple paths and endings, making me want to dive back in for more!”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players have noted significant improvements in stability, with many glitches and bugs being addressed, although some issues may still persist. The introduction of new characters towards the end of the game has also been mentioned, indicating ongoing development.
- “The last time I played, there were so many glitches and bugs that it made the experience frustrating.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress.”
- “I encountered numerous stability issues that ruined my enjoyment of the game.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game is praised for its smooth performance, enhanced balance, and the introduction of new weapons and enemies, contributing to an overall improved gameplay experience.
- “Not only does it run smoothly, there's a bunch of weapon additions, new enemies, everything feels that teeny bit more balanced... it's great.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy has been criticized as a blatant cash grab, suggesting that it prioritizes profit over player experience.
- “It feels like a cheap cash grab for the developers.”
- “The monetization strategy is overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I can't enjoy the game when it constantly pushes me to spend more money.”