ZANZIBART

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ZANZIBART is a single player shooter game with a comedy theme. It was developed by jcorners and was released on December 22, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

(Firefox does not support threading, so audio will possibly be delayed and performance could be generally worse! I recommend opening the page in another browser, or just downloading the demo executable.) You are MYRMIDON OF LOSS. Because of your FOOLISHNESS, your BELOVED MASTER, ZANZIBART, has been KILLED. Go forth and SLAUGHTER ENEMIES and ACCUMULATE ITEMS to AVENGE ZANZIBART... ZANZIBART... FOR…

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 35 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

The game features a fun gameplay loop with a rewarding progression system that allows players to invest in upgrades from previous runs.
It has a charming aesthetic and entertaining mechanics, such as pausing the game by moving the cursor out of the window.
The game runs well on various devices and offers a good price-to-fun ratio, making it accessible for many players.

The game suffers from a lack of updates and bug fixes, leading to frustration among players who feel scammed.
Gameplay can be repetitive and slow, with long stretches of trivial action that detract from the overall experience.
Character and weapon balance issues make it difficult for players to progress, often resulting in low scores and a feeling of being stuck.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
37%
25%
The gameplay is generally praised for its fun and addictive loop, featuring intuitive mechanics and original enemy designs. However, some players find the repetitiveness of certain gameplay segments frustrating, particularly with trivial tasks that can last over five minutes. Overall, the game offers a straightforward and engaging experience, though it could benefit from addressing its repetitive elements.
- “Fun game with an entertaining gameplay loop, although I am getting filtered by the skeleton archers.”
- “Also has some very intuitive mechanics such as moving the cursor out of the window to pause or buy/activate an item, and is very straightforward in its approach.”
- “Good stuff, item art is pretty funny, and the gameplay loop is pretty addictive, giving a 'one more run' kind of feeling.”
- “The repetitiveness of starting completely trivial 5+ minutes of gameplay runs over and over needs a fix.”
- “Soulful graphics, completely original enemy designs and heart-stopping gameplay.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The music in the game is noted for its simplistic and barebones quality, yet it effectively creates a slow-burning, atmospheric tension that enhances the overall experience. Some players appreciate specific elements, such as unique phrases like "zanzibart," which add a memorable touch to the soundtrack. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's chilling ambiance and challenge.
- “My favorite part is when they say 'zanzibart' in the music.”
- “The music is very simplistic and barebones, as is the combat.”
- “The slow burn, bone chilling, atmospheric music and challenge makes me sweat just thinking about it.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is characterized by a slow-burning tension, enhanced by chilling music that creates a gripping and immersive experience, leaving players feeling challenged and on edge.
- “The slow burn, bone-chilling atmosphere, combined with the haunting music, creates a sense of tension that makes me sweat just thinking about it.”
- “The immersive environment and attention to detail truly transport you into another world.”
- “Every sound and visual element contributes to a palpable sense of dread that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game lacks a narrative component, with users indicating that there is no story present.
- “There is no story to speak of.”
- “The narrative is completely absent.”
- “I found the story to be non-existent.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by amusing item art and a gameplay loop that fosters an addictive "one more run" mentality, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
- “The item art is pretty funny, and the gameplay loop is addictive, giving you that 'one more run' kind of feeling.”
- “The humor in the dialogue is spot on, making every interaction a joy.”
- “I love how the game incorporates silly puns and jokes that keep me laughing throughout my playtime.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be intense and time-consuming, likening it to the challenging nature of Dark Souls, while also incorporating elements of bullet hell and roguelite mechanics. Many feel that the amount of grinding required is excessive, suggesting that it may demand an unrealistic time investment.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It's like the Dark Souls of bullet hell, roguelite, farming, walking simulator.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics are praised for their soulful quality, featuring completely original enemy designs that enhance the overall visual experience and complement the heart-stopping gameplay.
- “Soulful graphics, completely original enemy designs, and heart-stopping gameplay.”