Zork Remake

34%
Game Brain Score Based on 23 reviews
  • graphics
  • optimization
  • stability
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This Australian Indie studio is committed to converting the old Infocom text adventures to 3d first person adventures. Zork 1 Remake is the first of these to be developed. These infocom remakes are practically exactly the same as the originals.

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  • Windows
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34%
Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews
stability3 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The concept of a 3D remake of Zork is exciting and nostalgic for fans of the original text adventure.
  • Some players found enjoyment in exploring the recognizable areas and puzzles from Zork, appreciating the visual representation.
  • The developer has shown commitment to updating the game, which gives hope for future improvements and fixes.
  • The game suffers from significant performance issues, including low frame rates and glitches that hinder gameplay.
  • Many players noted the lack of navigation and direction, making it difficult to progress through the game.
  • The overall execution feels incomplete and amateurish, with many assets appearing poorly optimized and lacking polish.
  • graphics8 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally considered rudimentary and poorly optimized, with many users noting a lack of effort in visual design and a disappointing user interface. While some appreciate the nostalgic value of seeing a graphical rendition of Zork 1, others find the visuals to be simplistic, with flickering geometry and flat textures that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphical quality is seen as a significant drawback, especially when compared to the original text-based version.

    • “The game is exactly the way I remember it, but for the first time I actually can see the game graphically!”
    • “If I can live Zork graphically, I'm in.”
    • “I'm running the graphics on the best quality setting and they are visually usable.”
    • “But it's bad - because of no optimization, ugly UI, rather not interesting graphics and mapping.”
    • “Come on, they didn't even put effort in making the store-header graphic...”
    • “Also, once you leave the starting area (the iconic white house), the visuals degrade instantly and everything looks like it's from an early pre-alpha build; there's simplistic and flickering world geometry, flat and overstretched textures everywhere.”
  • optimization5 mentions

    The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with users reporting poor frame rates, numerous bugs, and a lack of effort in optimizing assets, leading to a subpar performance even on low settings. Overall, the game's technical execution detracts significantly from the experience.

    • “The game runs smoothly on a variety of systems, showcasing excellent optimization that allows for a seamless experience.”
    • “I appreciate the effort put into optimization; it really enhances the gameplay and keeps the frame rates stable.”
    • “The developers have done a fantastic job with optimization, ensuring that even players with lower-end hardware can enjoy the game without significant performance issues.”
    • “Not necessarily a bad thing, but when you have lots of assets and seemingly no attempt at optimization, you end up with frame rates worse than a 3D title on the SNES.”
    • “But it runs terribly, even on the lowest settings; it seems zero optimization was done.”
    • “Actually, it was a good idea to remake Zork, but the developer totally ruined it with a lot of bugs and bad performance.”
  • stability3 mentions

    Users report mixed experiences with stability, noting occasional glitches and camera freezes that disrupt gameplay, though some games, like Crysis, run smoothly without issues.

    • “Crysis runs great too!”
    • “The game maintains a steady frame rate, making for a smooth experience.”
    • “I've had no crashes or bugs, which really enhances the overall gameplay.”
    • “I chalk it up to glitches here and there.”
    • “The camera freezes in places and then jumps ahead.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, indicating that it can become a monotonous and unenjoyable experience.

    • “The grinding feels tedious and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I find the grinding aspect to be incredibly monotonous, draining the fun out of the game.”
    • “The amount of grinding required is overwhelming and takes away from the overall experience.”
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