Zombie Tycoon 2: Brainhov's Revenge
- December 9, 2013
- Frima Studio
A refreshingly simple hybrid of RTS depth and MOBA thrills, Zombie Tycoon 2 shines in multiplayer despite limited options. Just don't bother with its tedious, punishing single-player campaign.
Get on SteamIn Zombie Tycoon 2: Brainhov's Revenge, players choose to lead either the zombie horde or a group of human survivors in a battle for supremacy in a post-apocalyptic world. This real-time strategy game features two campaigns, multiple units and upgrades, and a variety of environments to conquer. Players must outsmart and outmaneuver their opponents to achieve victory.
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Reviews
- The game features a charming art style and humorous cutscenes that enhance the overall experience.
- Gameplay is fun and offers a unique twist on the RTS genre with zombie mechanics and character variety.
- It's a good entry point for newcomers to RTS games, providing a light-hearted and entertaining experience.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including crashes and poor performance on certain systems.
- The campaign is short and lacks depth, with limited replay value and simplistic objectives.
- Multiplayer options are sparse, and the game is not truly a tycoon game, which may disappoint players expecting more strategic depth.
- humor13 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable, particularly appreciating the quirky zombie characters and snarky cutscenes. However, others feel that much of the humor falls flat and is overshadowed by repetitive gameplay, leading to a lack of lasting appeal. Overall, while the comedic elements are a highlight for some, they may not resonate with all players.
“I love this game, funny, fun, and fantastic! I started buying it for my friends. 5 out of 5.”
“Tycoon 2: Brainhov's Revenge is quite a funny game; it's a lot of fun.”
“This game has kept me playing without a doubt due to its humor and childish horror elements, which make it even more fun.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are generally praised for their clean, cartoony art style that fits well within the game's world, contributing to an enjoyable experience. While some reviewers note that the game is older and could benefit from modern graphic updates, the overall visual presentation is considered good and adds to the game's charm. However, there are mixed feelings about the gameplay, which some find disappointing compared to the strong visual appeal.
“The art style is really nice but the gameplay is a letdown.”
“Graphics: 4, its cartoony graphics are clean and fit the world well.”
“The real feature I say about this title, which initially sold me and kept me going through to the end, is the graphic style and the crazy amount of character put into almost every aspect of the game.”
“The game is old but does seem to keep up graphically; however, it could use some updates for modern graphic options.”
“Graphics: 4. Its cartoony graphics are clean and fit the world well.”
“The real feature I would highlight about this title, which initially sold me and kept me going until the end, is the graphic style and the incredible amount of character put into almost every aspect of the game.”
- story9 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as amusing yet lacking depth, with a simplistic and somewhat silly narrative. Players noted that the campaign consists of only eight missions, which can feel slow and are marred by technical issues, including crashes and broken sound. Overall, while the story has its entertaining moments, it is not enough to elevate the gameplay experience significantly.
“The gameplay was fun and the story was good.”
“The story is a bit silly and doesn’t really have any depth but is amusing at times.”
“The campaign has only 8 missions, which are typically very, very slow.”
“Your first run through the game’s 8 mission campaign, which is broken up between 2 different factions of 6 different types of zombies for 4 missions each, will only be about 3-4 hours.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it bland and lacking freedom, despite appreciating the art style and music. While some describe it as a challenging experience, others feel it is too generic and console-oriented, suggesting that it could benefit from expanded mechanics and more depth in future iterations.
“Challenging gameplay.”
“In conclusion, I’d fully recommend this game to anybody looking for a cheap, simple RTS that is exploding with charm and personality. I really hope this company makes a sequel, a real tycoon game, or another RTS with expanded mechanics aimed at a PC market.”
“The art style is really nice, but the gameplay is a letdown.”
“Gameplay is bland and there is no freedom.”
“The fact that the gameplay is completely console-oriented.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game effectively complements the chaotic zombie scenes, enhancing the overall atmosphere, though it may not stand out outside of the gaming context. While the art and music contribute positively to the experience, the generic gameplay detracts from its overall impact.
“The music fits the scene of zombies rampaging around the city.”
“The art and music are great, making the game fun to play.”
“The art style and music both enhance the overall experience, even if the gameplay itself lets it down.”
“Not very useful outside the game unless you want some spooky music for a Halloween party.”
“The music fits the scene of zombies rampaging around the city, but it lacks variety and becomes repetitive.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is considered low, with players noting that while the campaign is enjoyable, it lacks depth and a high skill cap. Some replay value exists in collecting missed secondary objects, but replaying the entire campaign only extends gameplay by a few hours.
“Replay value: 3 after the campaign mode, which teaches you how to play the game.”
“Definitely a fun campaign but lacks replay value and has a low skill cap.”
“I would rate replayability very low.”
“There is some replay value in obtaining all the secondary objects if you missed them the first time around, but replaying the entire campaign again might only increase the life of this title to about 6-7 hours.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding in the single-player campaign to be tedious and punishing, leading to a frustrating experience that detracts from overall enjoyment.
“Just don't bother with its tedious, punishing single-player campaign.”
“The grinding feels endless and becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
“I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which made the game feel more like work than play.”
Critic Reviews
Zombie Tycoon: Brainhov’s Revenge PC Review
Like chess with Zombies...But not.
82%Zombie Tycoon 2: Brainhov's Revenge Review - a strategy hybrid with multiplayer thrills and single-player chills
A refreshingly simple hybrid of RTS depth and MOBA thrills, Zombie Tycoon 2 shines in multiplayer despite limited options. Just don't bother with its tedious, punishing single-player campaign.
70%
