Zombie Exodus

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"Zombie Exodus" is a choice-driven survival game set in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies. You must lead a group of survivors, making life-or-death decisions to manage resources, secure shelter, and navigate through dangerous environments. Every choice you make affects the story's outcome, offering high replayability value.

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Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 142 reviews

story23 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game features a well-written and engaging story that keeps players invested in the narrative.
There are numerous choices that significantly impact the outcome, providing a high level of replayability.
The character interactions and relationships add depth to the gameplay, making decisions feel meaningful.

The writing quality is inconsistent, with some characters feeling shallow and dialogue lacking realism.
The lack of a save system can lead to frustration, as players may have to replay large sections after making poor choices.
Certain choices feel arbitrary, leading to dead ends or outcomes that don't seem to align with player decisions.

story
98 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Zombie Exodus" is a complex, interactive narrative set in a detailed zombie apocalypse, where player choices significantly impact character relationships and plot outcomes. While many reviewers praised the depth and engagement of the story, some criticized its pacing, predictability, and occasional lack of meaningful choices, leading to a mixed reception regarding its overall execution. Despite these flaws, the game is noted for its replayability and well-written characters, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of text-based adventures.
- “The story is very engaging and well written.”
- “I love good stories, even more so when I can influence that story with my actions and decisions.”
- “Zombie Exodus is a very well written choose-your-own-adventure story that grips you and keeps you within minutes of starting.”
- “If you're looking for a story to get lost in like you would a novel or a good TV show, this is not it.”
- “It was all a dream and I wasted 8 hours of my life on a story that canonically did not happen.”
- “The plot feels pretty predictable; it doesn't feel like your choices mean much other than if your character lives a bit longer or just dies right now, and none of the possible outcomes really felt worth striving towards.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Zombie Exodus" is characterized by its dynamic interactivity, allowing players to make choices that significantly impact the story's outcome, akin to a "choose your adventure" format. While some players find the mechanics less engaging compared to traditional games, the emphasis on decision-making and character relationships offers a unique experience, particularly for those who appreciate detailed narratives. However, the gameplay can feel mechanical at times, and the inclusion of confusing dream sequences detracts from the overall experience.
- “Now, getting into the actual 'meat' of the gameplay itself, indeed I could forgive some for looking about it to be as intriguing as that plain and ordinary big book on the shelf that comes across as quite a dull activity to participate in, so much so that perhaps their own work might be a preferable alternative. However, Zombie Exodus is a game that takes full advantage of its dynamic interactivity in that one can choose the outcome that their character makes and see their chosen decision lead them to victory or defeat, to rewards or perils and so much more that a mere book that actually engages with these principles can offer on paper!”
- “It's why I reckon this is the kind of game that a lover of details will enjoy, as it's not a game with such 'gameplay' where some form of skill in performance can change the outcome, much like it is for many other traditional games, hence why thinking about what actions your character will take alongside the equipment he or she will bring is of utmost importance.”
- “A+ narrative and gameplay, and much more replayability.”
- “If you are unfamiliar with these types of 'games', there's no real 'gameplay' to speak of and the only things you'll be watching are bars that go up and down, as well as your relationships with other characters.”
- “The writing is less 'emotional' and impactful than some of the other 'choice of' games, and plays out very mechanically.”
- “The 'dream sequences' are just confusing and detract from the gameplay.”
replayability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game boasts high replayability due to its extensive narrative, multiple character types, and numerous choices leading to various endings. Players have reported investing significant hours into the game, indicating a strong incentive to replay it for different experiences. Overall, the combination of a rich story and diverse gameplay options enhances its replay value.
- “I've ploughed a lot of hours into this 25+, so there is definitely replay value.”
- “The story is long, so it has a lot of replayability with so many options.”
- “With all the choices and 750,000 words, there should be lots of replayability and multiple endings to find as well.”
- “There is an element of replay value, since there are several character types, as well as (I'm guessing) several types of endings.”
- “The story is long, so it has a lot of replayability with many options.”
- “This game has a lot of replay value.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in "Zombie Exodus" are minimal, primarily consisting of occasional sketches that enhance the storytelling rather than serve as a focal point. While some players appreciate the atmospheric and narrative-driven approach, others criticize the lack of visual detail and variety, describing it as overly simplistic and lacking in engaging graphics. Overall, the game prioritizes narrative and choice over visual presentation, which may appeal to some but disappoint others seeking a more visually rich experience.
- “Zombie Exodus focuses on one man's (or woman's) long and arduous journey through a world that gradually turns from bad to worse through the zombie apocalypse, which is painfully detailed in quite a sinister way that builds up a horrific atmosphere befitting of such a story of this caliber!”
- “I love choose your own adventure and consequence-based gaming... I also appreciate a game that has the courage to stand on its own without bells and whistles, or even graphics.... and this game would be great in that regard.”
- “Some nifty artwork.”
- “A choose your own adventure story that is essentially without graphics (some sketches were present) and music needs a compelling narrative and meaningful choices in order to be effective.”
- “The fact that it's 6 bucks on sale is already insulting enough for a non-game; the creator didn't even bother to put any kind of images or graphics in it to make it worthwhile, it's all put on a white background the whole time with the same font.”
- “Pc specs aside, this is one game that absolutely does not need a decent computer to run, with how the most intense 'graphics' to be processed here is the occasional sketch-based photo that describes the action of the scene currently ongoing.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is perceived as tedious and unengaging, often feeling pointless rather than immersive. Players express frustration with the lack of a manual save feature, which exacerbates the repetitive nature of the grinding, making it a long and unenjoyable experience.
- “It felt tedious and pointless rather than engaging and immersive.”
- “Tedious and unengaging; the only thing that surprised me was the supernatural schizophrenia, and I don’t think that was handled well.”
- “Long, tedious, and at the same time not really compelling.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of depth and impact, with writing described as mechanical and characters portrayed as forgettable and poorly developed. Unlike other games that successfully evoke emotional investment through well-crafted characters, this game fails to create meaningful connections, leaving players feeling detached from the story and its cast.
- “Even token side characters who you knew were destined to be in the story for at most two chapters still were lovable, and if anything, because of their shortness, the loss of them in the story resonated so much more. It made me feel even more, wanting to know more about them, how they survived, did they want that damn truck.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is noted as lacking, with users suggesting that ambient or thematic tracks could enhance the experience. The absence of a compelling soundtrack detracts from the narrative and overall immersion, making the gameplay feel somewhat redundant. Recommendations for music to improve the atmosphere are also mentioned.
- “A choose your own adventure story that is essentially without graphics (some sketches were present), and music needs a compelling narrative and meaningful choices in order to be effective.”
- “The game could have set the mood better; with the plain white background and no music or sounds, reading becomes kind of redundant.”
- “Just get some ambient zombie music and you're set.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in Zombie Exodus is haunting and immersive, effectively capturing the grim progression of a zombie apocalypse through detailed storytelling and impactful choices. The game's minimalist graphics complement its sinister tone, enhancing the player's emotional engagement with the harrowing journey. Overall, the atmosphere is a key element that enriches the narrative experience.
- “Zombie Exodus focuses on one man's (or woman's) long and arduous journey through a world that gradually turns from bad to worse through the zombie apocalypse, which is painfully detailed in a sinister way that builds up a horrific atmosphere befitting of such a story of this caliber!”
- “The choices feel impactful, and the mix of inventory management adds a lot to the atmosphere of the story.”
- “The atmosphere he uses to describe these little things is haunting.”
- “The choices feel impactful and the mix of inventory management adds a lot to the atmosphere of the story.”
- “Zombie Exodus focuses on one man's (or woman's) long and arduous journey through a world that gradually turns from bad to worse through the zombie apocalypse that is painfully detailed in quite the sinister way that builds up a horrific atmosphere befitting of such a story of this caliber!”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is highly detailed, appealing to players who appreciate meticulous planning and strategy over traditional skill-based gameplay. Players must carefully consider their character's actions and equipment to succeed, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful decision-making in the game's mechanics.
- “This game is perfect for detail-oriented players, as it emphasizes the importance of planning your character's actions and equipment, rather than relying solely on skill to influence the outcome.”
- “The optimization aspect of the game allows players to meticulously strategize their approach, making every decision impactful and rewarding.”
- “I appreciate how the game encourages thoughtful preparation and resource management, which adds depth to the overall experience.”
- “The optimization in this game is severely lacking; it feels like the developers didn't prioritize performance at all.”
- “I constantly experience frame drops and stuttering, which makes the gameplay frustrating and unenjoyable.”
- “The loading times are excessively long, and it really disrupts the flow of the game.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that the character development in the game is often perceived as stale, suggesting a lack of depth or progression in the characters' arcs.
- “The character development feels stale and uninspired.”
- “There is a lack of depth in the character arcs.”
- “The characters don't evolve in a meaningful way throughout the game.”