Zedfest

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"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.

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 346 reviews

gameplay20 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

Zedfest offers a fun and chaotic gameplay experience, especially when played with friends, making it a great alternative to Killing Floor 2.
The game features a satisfying movement system with options for sliding and rocket jumping, along with a variety of weapons and objectives that keep gameplay engaging.
The developer is actively involved with the community, listening to feedback and regularly updating the game, which shows promise for future improvements.

The game suffers from bugs and janky mechanics, which can detract from the overall experience, making it feel unfinished despite being in early access for a while.
Finding multiplayer matches can be difficult due to a low player base, leading to a less enjoyable experience when playing solo.
Some gameplay elements, such as AI behavior and certain objectives, need refinement to enhance the overall gameplay loop and prevent monotony.

gameplay
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
50%
8%
The gameplay is generally enjoyable, featuring a fun loop that emphasizes skill, cooperation, and a diverse selection of weapons, though it is often compared to Killing Floor and criticized for lacking depth and polish. While many players find the mechanics engaging and the shooting satisfying, there are calls for improvements in movement and AI behavior, as well as concerns about the game's overall refinement and quality of life updates. Despite some clunky elements and mixed opinions on its originality, the game offers a rewarding experience, especially for its price.
- “The main positive points this game has going for it is 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.”
- “Gameplay is smooth and rewarding.”
- “For such a cheap price, you'll get an addictive game due to its fun and exciting gameplay.”
- “The gameplay loop, while engaging, lacks depth once you build a core understanding of the game.”
- “The store system is an interesting idea, but being able to buy guns outside a round of gameplay defeats purchasing any weapons from the store itself.”
- “This game is a literal ripoff of Killing Floor if it was a 3rd person shooter; the gameplay is clunky, runs poorly, and the aim 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.”
music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
45%
13%
The music in the game is predominantly metal-oriented, which many players appreciate for its intensity and fitting atmosphere, especially in a fast-paced shooter context. However, some users find the death metal vocals distracting and express a desire for an option to toggle to an instrumental-only soundtrack. Overall, while the music is a highlight for metal fans, 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.”
- “There's no toggle crouch setting, and I'd really like if there was an 'instrumental soundtrack-only' option like Killing Floor 2 had, since some songs include death metal screaming vocals that are pretty distracting.”
- “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.”
- “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.”
humor
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
92%
8%
The game's humor is characterized by a self-aware and often absurd style, featuring a mix of dark, gory jokes and humorous weapon names that add to its charm. While many players find the commentary and objectives entertaining, some critiques mention that certain insults can be off-putting. Overall, the humor contributes positively to the gameplay experience, despite a few bugs that occasionally detract from it.
- “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.”
- “This game is flooded with great and humorously stupid jokes, descriptions, and names of weapons (i.e. 'd*psh*t gun').”
- “The commentary during gameplay can push your buttons or just be downright hilarious.”
- “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.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's story aspect is noted to be lacking, with players expressing a desire for a more developed narrative to complement the unique world and interesting characters. While the gameplay features various missions and classes, the absence of a cohesive story detracts from the overall experience.
- “Also, the characters are really cool, the world feels unique; it would be great to have a story along with it.”
- “The game has two modes: objectives where the players have to complete missions while avoiding death.”
- “There are daily missions, seasonal missions, and a good number of classes, each with 2 interchangeable talents.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their appealing cartoony style and gritty neon aesthetic, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the well-designed maps and character designs, although some find the zombie characters less impressive compared to the player characters. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's fun and engaging atmosphere.
- “Graphically, it's very appealing.”
- “I love the gritty neon aesthetic, the music, and the crazy onslaught of zeds.”
- “I do like the cartoony graphics and the characters in it; also, the objectives are fun as well.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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?”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Overall, the game is praised for its smooth performance and fast map loading, even on lower-end computers. However, some maps exhibit inconsistent performance, and players have noted that the cel-shading effect can hinder visibility when resolution settings are adjusted.
- “Game runs smoothly and maps load really fast, especially on my old computer. The only problem is some maps run worse than others, and it would be really nice if you could disable cel-shading around some props and character models. When you lower the resolution scale, the cel-shading gets really thick, making it much harder to see enemies at a distance than it should be.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been reported to have significant stability issues, with users noting numerous bugs and glitches. Despite these problems, many players still find the game enjoyable and worth the investment.
- “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 stability.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is criticized for its lack of content and built-in replayability, suggesting that players may not find sufficient reasons to revisit it after completing the initial experience.
- “The game lacks content and built-in replayability.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The reviews express concerns about the presence of microtransactions in the game, indicating that players are apprehensive about how these monetization strategies may impact their overall experience.
- “Worried about microtransactions?”
- “Worried about microtransactions?”
- “Worried about microtransactions?”

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25h Median play time

20h Average play time

10-30h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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