Zero Grounds

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"Zero Grounds" is a post-apocalyptic, open-world survival game set in a world destroyed by alien invasion. Scavenge for resources, build and customize your base, and fight off alien creatures to ensure your survival. With a dynamic weather system, day and night cycle, and branching storylines, create your own unique survival experience.

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68%

Audience ScoreBased on 156 reviews

optimization4 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game runs smoothly on MacOS, even at high resolutions, which is a significant achievement for FPS games on this platform.
Gameplay is fun and engaging, with solid gun mechanics and enjoyable movement, including unique features like zero-gravity zones.
The game has great potential and is free to play, making it accessible for players looking for a casual FPS experience.

There is a severe lack of online players, leading to a reliance on AI opponents, which diminishes the multiplayer experience.
The game suffers from optimization issues, with reports of lag and bugs that hinder performance, even on high-end machines.
Many players find the AI too strong and the overall gameplay lacking depth, making it less enjoyable in its current state.

optimization
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
65%
15%
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing excellent performance on high-end systems, while others, particularly on lower-end machines and Mac devices, report significant performance issues and lag. Many users express hope for future updates to improve optimization, especially for slower hardware. While the graphics are praised, the game currently requires further optimization to be fully enjoyable across a wider range of systems.
- “Performance: runs well for me, CPU: 5700X and a 3070Ti on a 1440p monitor, getting over 300fps and in intense scenes in an orb it won't drop below 144fps for me.”
- “Graphics are very nice and the game seems decently optimized for Mac, although I have to run it at 1080p on low settings to get 120fps (M1 Pro from 2021).”
- “Definitely join their Discord to get some more up-to-date news and the team is working hard on updates and already noticed some performance improvement for Mac silicon machines.”
- “Until further optimizations, I don't recommend this game.”
- “Definitely had a lot of potential despite some optimization issues.”
- “I was looking forward to this game and since they also are supporting Mac as well, I was hoping for some good frames on the M1 Max machine, but it was kind of laggy and unplayable to enjoy, and not a lot of settings for video. I'm looking forward to some updates and hoping they can improve the performance on Mac silicon.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
22%
11%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their nice quality and appealing art style, particularly the low poly design and clean UI. While performance is solid for many users, some Mac players report optimization issues, requiring lower settings to achieve satisfactory frame rates. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the gaming experience, enhancing the enjoyment of gameplay.
- “The graphics style is absolutely amazing, the UI is clean and simple, and the gun sounds are pretty nice as well. The game is free to play as you can get weapons just by leveling up, and the shop is only for gun skins. Overall, really solid game.”
- “On the bright side, I like the art style and the zero gravity areas.”
- “Graphics are very nice and the game seems decently optimized for Mac, although I have to run it at 1080p on low settings to get 120fps (M1 Pro from 2021).”
- “Advertising Mac native even though it runs poorly on M1 Pro with lowest graphics and FSR turned on, barely reaching 60 FPS.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
29%
The gameplay is characterized by its fluid mechanics and enjoyable shooting experience, making it a fun, twitchy arcade shooter ideal for casual play. The inclusion of zero gravity zones adds variety, although players may find the jet mechanic challenging. Overall, the game is well-received for its solid mechanics and appealing art style, despite a predominance of bot opponents.
- “The gameplay is super fluid and the shooting sensation is great.”
- “Good game, solid mechanics, cool art style.”
- “The zero gravity zones are a nice addition and do add to the gameplay.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent lag, bugs, and constant freezing. Additionally, there are concerns about overheating, with temperatures nearing 100 degrees Celsius.
- “It is extremely laggy and buggy.”
- “I almost saw 100 degrees Celsius and the game freezes constantly.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a story, with multiple users noting the absence of any narrative elements.
- “No story.”
- “No story.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic commitment akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect has received criticism for its poor performance on Mac, particularly on the M1 Pro, where users report that even with the lowest graphics settings and FSR enabled, the game struggles to maintain 60 FPS. This has led to frustration among players who feel that the advertising does not accurately reflect the game's performance on their hardware.