Z-Collapse
- August 31, 2022
- Pok&Co
Get on Steam"Z-Collapse" is a horror 4X game where players can experience the early stages of a zombie pandemic as a world leader. Choose from 154 countries and survival is the goal, not world conquest. Play in single-player, multi-player, co-op, or PvP modes for a unique rhythm compared to other strategy games. The game focuses on damage control and managing the crisis as zombies threaten to bring about mankind's downfall.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique blend of strategy and zombie apocalypse themes, providing a fresh take on the genre.
- It has simple mechanics that allow players to focus on gameplay without being overwhelmed by complex systems.
- The developer is active and responsive, showing potential for future updates and improvements.
- The game lacks depth and content, leading to a repetitive experience after a short playtime.
- AI behavior is often illogical, with nations declaring war for no apparent reason and zombies spawning without explanation.
- The user interface is cluttered and confusing, making it difficult to manage troops and resources effectively.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics and limited resources, which some players find appealing, while others criticize the infestor mechanics and the reliance on defeating bandit camps to unlock high-tech advancements. Many reviewers suggest that the game requires significant development and the addition of more engaging mechanics, such as the ability to build advanced factories for technology, to enhance the overall experience. Additionally, features like customizable army icon colors could improve gameplay clarity, especially in expansive maps.
“It has simple mechanics and few simple resources.”
“No worrying about a ton of different mechanics or meta-game stacking modifiers like the Paradox community.”
“Maybe allowing players to change army icon colors would help in later gameplay when sprawling map syndrome sets in.”
“I personally detest the infestor mechanics.”
“High tech again, you need to kill off bandit camps to get them is the most stupid mechanic ever. It's not like we attack bandits to be able to build tanks and helicopters in the real world. This is supposed to be a simulation of the real world with zombies. It would be better if you had the chance to build an advanced factory to get the high tech. It could be pricey and needed to be researched before you can build it, but it would make for much better gameplay. Now you either must march your army that you need to defend with to the bandit base and back again, which could be from France all the way to Russia, but you could also make your people panic more, raising the panic level and letting your own people create a bandit camp within your nation, which ruins the whole 'gotta keep that panic level low' scenario.”
“Maybe allowing players to change army icon colors would help (e.g., being able to change an army icon to yellow for one army that has only militia in it, orange for a mixed army, etc.). This might help in later gameplay when sprawling map syndrome sets in.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its unique theme and effective rendering, creating an immersive experience that enhances gameplay.
“The game has a unique theme that creates an immersive atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere is beautifully rendered, enhancing the overall experience.”
“The unique theme contributes significantly to the game's captivating atmosphere.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics effectively showcase the unique geographical features of the island setting, enhancing gameplay by illustrating the movement of zombies across both land and sea. This visual representation adds depth to the game's environment and strategic elements.
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unengaging, leading to frustration rather than enjoyment.
“I really wanted to like this, but it's just tedious.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its quality, with multiple users highlighting it as a standout feature. Overall, it contributes positively to the gaming experience.
