Z Day: Hearts of Heroes

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Z Day: Hearts of Heroes is a strategy MMO set in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies. Fight on the battlefield, build and manage your base, and form alliances to survive. Despite its interesting plot, fantastic game mechanics, and humor, the game is plagued by bugs, grinding, and annoying ads. The game encourages you to become the hero of the Z war and defeat the undead hordes.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,855 reviews

graphics207 positive mentions

monetization365 negative mentions

The game has great graphics and a fun storyline, keeping players engaged.
There are many different activities and events to participate in, making the game enjoyable.
Players can progress without spending money, although spending can enhance the experience.

The game is often plagued by bugs and glitches, causing frustration for players.
There is a significant pay-to-win aspect, making it difficult for free-to-play players to compete.
The advertisements for the game are misleading, portraying it as a first-person shooter when it is actually a strategy game.

monetization
390 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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4%
94%
The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized for being exploitative and heavily reliant on misleading advertisements that do not accurately represent the gameplay. Many users report feeling deceived by ads that showcase action-oriented gameplay, only to find a resource management game instead, leading to frustration over in-game purchases that are perceived as overpriced and necessary for progression. Overall, the game is viewed as a cash grab, with numerous complaints about the lack of transparency and fairness in its monetization practices.
- “Fun to play and fair in-app purchases, not like most forcing $100 packs. This game has packs for any budget with daily $0.99 packs to $4.99, $9.99 on up. Very fun to play and meet new people around the world.”
- “So far it's fun with plenty of resource gain outside of purchasing microtransactions.”
- “Great game! This is a really fun game that allows you to level fairly quickly without in-game purchases, which is a huge plus for me.”
- “It's malicious monetization in the worst sense of the phrase, using people's bonds to squeeze money out of them.”
- “This is a great game I spend most of my free time playing it but sometimes you do not receive your in-app purchases. They tell you to report it and when you do they always have a reason or an excuse why it's your fault and not theirs. I've lost $130 playing this game and once again I get ripped off even after they prove that I did not receive the packs I bought. They also keep coming out with new gear and equipment to make money but no new events and if you don't spend money this ain't the game for you.”
- “All they add is new skins for cash grabs where if you don't spend £100-400 a month you are left behind.”
graphics
277 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
21%
4%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their quality and detail, especially for a mobile title, while others criticize them as generic or misleading compared to promotional materials. Some users highlight the smooth gameplay and interface, but there are complaints about performance issues and the game's reliance on in-app purchases. Overall, while the graphics are often described as impressive, they are sometimes overshadowed by gameplay concerns and perceived greed from developers.
- “The graphics are amazing in my opinion and lots to keep you constantly occupied.”
- “Everything from the graphic design to the way that the story integrates with the well-crafted characters is masterfully done.”
- “Great game with awesome graphics for an Android game!”
- “The graphics are horrible even for the city game that it is.”
- “Worst graphics, terrible, terrible gameplay.”
- “This game graphics looks pretty bad... not like in the ad... I'm thinking that the ad footage was stolen... nice try dev.”
gameplay
202 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
60%
2%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by a mix of positive and negative feedback. While many users appreciate the graphics, smooth mechanics, and engaging elements, there is significant criticism regarding the repetitiveness, misleading advertisements, and a heavy reliance on pay-to-win mechanics that detract from the overall experience. Additionally, players express frustration over the disconnect between the advertised gameplay and the actual game, often describing it as a base-building strategy rather than the action-oriented experience they expected.
- “Awesome strategic/political game, very playable and intuitive mechanics.”
- “Engaging, diverse gameplay and pleasing to the eye.”
- “The gameplay is fantastic.”
- “Ultimately though, the gameplay is repetitive and dull; the base building aspects (and all other gameplay aspects really) funnel you along to paywalls.”
- “The gameplay is nothing like the ads... very disappointed.”
- “The advertisement for the game completely shows different gameplay.”
story
100 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
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3%
The game's story is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its depth and integration with gameplay, featuring a variety of missions that enhance the narrative experience. However, some users express frustration with mission mechanics, particularly regarding the need to upgrade specific buildings to progress, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. While the graphics and character design are praised, there are also criticisms about the repetitiveness of the storyline and the presence of pay-to-win elements that can hinder the experience.
- “Everything from the graphic design to the way that the story integrates with the well-crafted characters is masterfully done.”
- “Addictive with a great storyline to go along with the graphics and gameplay.”
- “This is a story-driven game, and what a story it is!”
- “It's ok but the layout and story are nothing new or really exciting, and as unfair as it sounds, some features of the game are only available to money spenders. I don't mean extra builders and such; I mean whole new things that only open up if you spend.”
- “Though the storyline isn't very clear, that could be better explained with no problem.”
- “Same old story, pay-to-play bullies steamroll you, taking all the skill out of it.”
stability
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
4%
91%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and various glitches, especially during high-activity events. While some players acknowledge the developers' efforts to address issues, the overall sentiment indicates that the game remains buggy, leading to frustration and a negative impact on gameplay experience. Despite occasional praise for the game's content, the persistent technical problems have caused many players to quit or express dissatisfaction.
- “I feel the developers have been on top of trying to keep the game running smoothly and bug-free; it's been months since I've had any major problems.”
- “Ok, I don't know why this game has a 3.8 rating. It's a great war game; I think it's better than World of War Machines in my opinion. 5 stars, no glitches or problems at all. Try this game, you won't be disappointed.”
- “There are no glitches or lags.”
- “The game constantly freezes during events, and when it isn't frozen, it is very hard to do much of anything.”
- “Absolutely garbage, the tech support is non-existent and there is no remedy when the game glitches.”
- “Too many glitches and very little support or accountability from customer services.”
grinding
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, often requiring significant effort to progress without spending money. While some appreciate the balance between pay-to-play and grinding, many express frustration over the introduction of purchasable items that hinder growth through traditional gameplay methods. Overall, the game is seen as a mix of fun and grind, with a heavy emphasis on microtransactions and resource management.
- “Played for over a year now, and they've recently added items that you must purchase with money to continue your growth, and cannot be acquired through grinding, farming, or winning contests in-game.”
- “Grinding will not get you to 30 cash game and they have no problem letting you know right off the bat.”
- “Game ad showed a 'shoot 'em up' style gameplay, yet it's just another grindy, money grab tower defense game.”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as a mixed bag; while some players find certain elements and ads genuinely funny and entertaining, others criticize the overall experience as unbalanced and misleading. Notably, the game's comedic moments, particularly in its advertisements, have caught players off guard and elicited laughter, contributing to a lighthearted atmosphere despite some frustrations with gameplay mechanics. Overall, humor plays a significant role in the game's appeal, even if it doesn't resonate with everyone.
- “Ok so I didn't play your game, just here to say that your spammy YouTube ad had me laughing. Normally mobile game ads are very annoying, but the soldier who rides up on the bike and slaps the dude was very funny and caught me off guard while waiting to skip your ad. Lol, funny as heck, guys.”
- “But that was hilarious.”
- “This is a game that's meant for fun as well as to be funny.”
optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, user feedback on optimization is mixed; while some players have noted improvements in performance and appreciate recent updates, many others express frustration with ongoing performance and connection issues, indicating a need for further optimization efforts.
- “Recent optimizations took the game and made it better - I didn't really care to leave a review but I appreciate the new layouts, so here I am.”
- “Very good performance.”
- “Very very little lag in performance.”
- “This game is totally not optimized.”
- “I left a 3-star review about a month ago stating that I was having performance issues and connection issues, and finally a month later I got a response telling how to possibly fix my problem. I'm not pleased at all with that 1-star review now for poor reaction time.”
- “As the rate of updates increases, the rate of performance decreases.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is consistently praised for enhancing the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience, with many users highlighting its quality and emotional impact. It complements the game's story and graphics effectively, contributing to a memorable and immersive experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that elevates the game's appeal.
- “Excellent app, great graphics and music, the story is really scary and close to historical values; it makes you think and creative ways of gaming come into play!”
- “One of the best games ever, great story, gameplay, music, atmosphere.”
- “Love the music!”
- “But I opened the game and the music was off.”
- “I need to play the game and have music on the web.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its deeply touching narrative, particularly resonating with history enthusiasts, and many players report being emotionally moved to the point of tears. The emotional impact is significant, with players expressing feelings of vulnerability and connection to the story.
- “The story is absolutely great and touching if you're a history buff; you need to play this game.”
- “Don't be ashamed if you shed a tear.”
- “Seriously heart-touching game.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its immersive qualities, engaging story, and effective music. However, some players express a desire for more strategic elements, such as the ability to launch attacks from external bases and occupy defeated opponents' bases, to enhance the realism.
- “One of the best games ever, great story, gameplay, music, and atmosphere.”