Zedfest
- April 7, 2023
- Diagrammet AB
- 25h median play time
Get on Steam"Zedfest" is a Horror Shooter game, offering both single-player and multiplayer co-op modes for up to 6 players. In the goriest game show ever, players work together to complete objectives while annihilating hordes of genetically modified zombies called "Zeds." With beautiful game mechanics, hilarious moments, and an online leaderboard, compete against players worldwide, tracking scores, waves, and zed-kills. Choose from five character classes for an unforgettable experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a fun and chaotic experience, especially when played with friends, making it a great alternative to Killing Floor 2.
- The developer is actively engaged with the community, listening to feedback and regularly updating the game, which shows a commitment to improvement.
- The movement mechanics are satisfying, with features like sliding and rolling, and the vibrant graphics add to the overall enjoyment.
- The game suffers from bugs and janky mechanics, which can detract from the overall experience and make it feel unpolished.
- The player base is quite low, making it difficult to find multiplayer matches, which limits the game's replayability.
- Some gameplay elements can become monotonous quickly, especially when playing solo, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.
- gameplay21 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally enjoyable and engaging, featuring a fun loop that emphasizes skill, cooperation, and a unique selection of weapons for each class. However, many players note that it could benefit from minor tweaks, smoother mechanics, and quality-of-life updates, as it feels somewhat unrefined and lacking depth after mastering the core elements. While some comparisons to other games like Killing Floor highlight its similarities, the overall experience is described as satisfying and entertaining, albeit with some clunky aspects.
“The main positive points this game has going for it are a fun gameplay loop that rewards building skill, efficiency, and cooperation with others (unless you play solo, of course), a fun selection of weapons that feel unique enough for each class to stand out from each other, and a self-aware sense of humor.”
“Smooth gameplay and a lot of fun.”
“Gameplay is smooth and rewarding.”
“The gameplay loop, while engaging, lacks depth once you build a core understanding of the game.”
“This game is a literal ripoff of Killing Floor if it was a 3rd person shooter; the gameplay is clunky, runs poorly, and aiming is bad as well. It's like if you asked your mom for Killing Floor and she said, 'We got Killing Floor at home,' and this is what is at home.”
“The store system is an interesting idea, but being able to buy guns outside a round of gameplay defeats the purpose of purchasing any weapons from the store itself.”
- humor11 mentions
- 91 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The game's humor is characterized by a self-aware and absurd style, featuring a mix of dark jokes, humorous weapon names, and entertaining bugs that add to the overall experience. While many players find the humor engaging and fitting for the game's gory theme, some critiques mention that certain elements, like background dialogue, can be off-putting. Overall, the humor contributes positively to the game's fun and chaotic atmosphere.
“The main positive points this game has going for it is a fun gameplay loop that rewards building skill, efficiency, and cooperation with others, a fun selection of weapons that feel unique enough for each class to stand out from each other, and a self-aware sense of humor.”
“This game is flooded with great and humorously stupid jokes, descriptions, and names of weapons (i.e. 'd*psh*t gun').”
“Funny, brutal, and for a one-man team, really well made.”
“The girl speaking in the background is using a lot of insults, and it just makes me want to mute the sound; it's not funny at all.”
- music10 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game is predominantly metal, which many players appreciate for its energetic and gritty vibe, enhancing the fast-paced gameplay. However, some users express a desire for more variety in the soundtrack and options to turn off lyrics, as the heavy vocals can be overwhelming. Overall, while the metal soundtrack is a highlight for fans of the genre, it may not appeal to everyone.
“As a big bonus for me personally, it has some nice music that falls firmly in the metal genre.”
“I love the gritty neon aesthetic, the music, and the crazy onslaught of zeds.”
“Funny, gory, great music if you like metal, and really tight shooting mechanics.”
“As I mentioned before, the music is a bonus as well, although if you don't like the metal genre, this is firmly a negative point against the game.”
“Music goes blegh.”
“To put it plainly and perhaps a bit frankly, it's third person 'legally distinguishable Killing Floor 2.' It also shares the metal-oriented music soundtrack, though there are fewer tracks in general as far as I can tell.”
- story4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is noted for its potential, with players expressing a desire for a more developed narrative to complement the unique world and interesting characters. While the game features daily and seasonal missions, along with various classes and objectives, the focus remains heavily on gameplay mechanics rather than a cohesive storyline.
“The characters are really cool, and the world feels unique; it would be great to have a story along with it.”
“The game has two modes: objectives where players have to complete missions while avoiding death.”
“There are daily missions, seasonal missions, and a good number of classes, each with two interchangeable talents.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is minimal, leaving players feeling disconnected from the narrative.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are generally praised for their appealing cartoony style and gritty neon aesthetic, enhancing the overall experience. While the player character design is well-received, some users find the zombie characters less impressive. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the fun and engaging gameplay.
“Graphically, it's very appealing.”
“I really like the cartoony graphics and the characters in it; the objectives are fun as well.”
“I love the gritty neon aesthetic, the music, and the crazy onslaught of enemies.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally report a positive experience with grinding, noting the absence of toxic behavior even during challenging sessions. However, some express frustration with the repetitive nature of grinding out classes.
“Hate grinding out classes?”
“I've never come across any toxic players, even when I'm grinding and constantly dying!”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been reported to have several bugs and glitches, but many players still find it enjoyable and worth the investment despite these stability issues. Overall, while stability may be a concern, it does not significantly detract from the fun experience.
“First, it's buggy as hell; second, it has nothing to do with KF2 except for the names.”
“Very fun game, but there are a few glitches here and there that affect the overall experience.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is criticized for its limited content, which diminishes its overall replayability. Players feel that there are insufficient features or incentives to encourage multiple playthroughs.
“The game lacks content and built-in replayability.”
“There are not enough variations in gameplay to make me want to play again.”
“Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to return.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate a general concern regarding microtransactions, with users expressing apprehension about their impact on gameplay and overall experience. Many feel that these monetization strategies could lead to a pay-to-win scenario or detract from the enjoyment of the game.
“The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel exploitative.”
“I appreciate that the game offers plenty of free content without pushing for purchases.”
“Microtransactions are optional and don't hinder the overall experience.”
“I'm really worried about the microtransactions in this game; they seem to be everywhere.”
“The monetization model feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
“It’s frustrating that so many features are locked behind paywalls, which ruins the overall experience.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is well-optimized, with fast map loading times even on lower-end hardware. However, some maps experience performance issues, and players have noted that the cel-shading effect can become overly pronounced at lower resolution settings, hindering visibility of enemies.
“The game runs smoothly and maps load incredibly fast, even on my low-end computer. However, some maps perform worse than others. It would be great if there was an option to disable cel-shading around certain props and character models, as lowering the resolution scale makes the cel-shading too thick, making it harder to see enemies at a distance.”
“The optimization in this game is impressive; it allows for quick loading times and smooth gameplay, which enhances the overall experience.”
“I appreciate how well-optimized the game is, as it runs seamlessly on various hardware setups, making it accessible to a wider audience.”
