OVERKILL's The Walking Dead

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5.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 201 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 82 out of 201
  2. Mixed: 26 out of 201
  3. Negative: 93 out of 201

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  1. ChrisUS
    Nov 8, 2018
    10
    Alot of fun playing this! Hope they keep the updates coming. Been playing it with 4-other friends and we all enjoy it as a solid co-op.
  2. SirMaestro
    Nov 7, 2018
    10
    One of the best co-op games on the market right now imo. We are having a blast with it!
    Can really recommend it to people who like to play games in co-op. As a single player game it is more like a L4D meets Dark Souls experience. Especially if you crank up the difficulty level. Difficult but defenetly doable if you like the challange.
  3. Consabre
    Nov 22, 2018
    10
    I'm giving them a 10 since I know them personally and know what cool stuff they have in mind for later..
  4. Pinnennet
    Nov 14, 2018
    10
    Im giving it a 10. Is it a 10 for everyone? Absolutely not. This is hardcore coop for those who enjoy being four friends playing together against a horde of zombies. If that fits in too you, then this is pure magic.
    If you want fast paced, polished games with the best graphics and want a lot of maps on day one. Then this is not for you. Personally i cant wait for the rest of the maps    Im giving it a 10. Is it a 10 for everyone? Absolutely not. This is hardcore coop for those who enjoy being four friends playing together against a horde of zombies. If that fits in too you, then this is pure magic.
    If you want fast paced, polished games with the best graphics and want a lot of maps on day one. Then this is not for you. Personally i cant wait for the rest of the maps coming during the next year, but until then i will level up some more...    … Expand
  5. Jonaswg
    Nov 7, 2018
    10
    I love the game! Forget about the haters who have played 20 minutes and giving bad reviews. The game is gr8 and with big depth and much to do, besides the story missions you need to build a camp with survivors. You can level up your survivors and send them on missions, crafting, leveling up and customize character. Very much to do.
  6. kenajCZ
    Nov 6, 2018
    10
    I like a series of walking dead, so when I play this game it's better than watching the movie.
  7. Sotte
    Nov 7, 2018
    10
    i do like it and its getting to me! go buy go big go kill walkers, and work together
  8. Sanctus87
    Nov 7, 2018
    10
    My personal GOTY! Don't listen to the haters. Many bad reviews by people who played 20 mins, which is understandable because this game is not your average zombie slasher frenzy game that you can go one-man-army on and expect to succed in your first 20 minutes. This game is so much more, and so much better than that. You need to use tactics, strategy and co-operation (duh), which brings aMy personal GOTY! Don't listen to the haters. Many bad reviews by people who played 20 mins, which is understandable because this game is not your average zombie slasher frenzy game that you can go one-man-army on and expect to succed in your first 20 minutes. This game is so much more, and so much better than that. You need to use tactics, strategy and co-operation (duh), which brings a whole new dimension to the zombie genre. It's really fun, exiting and gives you some good scares here and there.

    That, together with all new content the devs said will come over the years (with new seasons just like the tv show), makes it a game that I believe will live long and prosper (yeah, a threw a little star trek in here). I'd play this over the braindead L4D games any day.

    The graphics are really good and the game play and overall mechanics are good. Melee are really good and almost more fun that using a gun. You get kind of thrown in to the story (and action), but the story develops more longer in the game and I really looking forward to see where it goes. Missions are varied in style and execution and most of all i love the over all design and look of the game, enviroments etc.

    10/10 would definitly recommend!    … Expand
  9. ekammob
    Nov 7, 2018
    10
    Thank you Overkill!
    Great game! I really see this type of game will expand over the next few years.
  10. Pheniz
    Nov 7, 2018
    10
    I was a bit sceptical at first, both pre launch and during the first map. But after that, I was really impressed how great this game is. This is a challenging and realistic game that is perfect together with a couple of friends. We had tons of both tension and laughter during our first session playing.
  11. ObiwanKenoobi
    Nov 7, 2018
    10
    Wow! This game brings something new to the zombie genre. I really like the game. I have been having a blast last few hours! I will definitely recommend this to my friends.
  12. 10toesdown
    Nov 7, 2018
    10
    The game is hard and you need to really use your brain in order to achieve success. Many people doesn't keep this in mind when they decide the game is "bad". It is a hardcore game and becomes more enjoyable the more you play.

    The price could be a bit lower, but if you enjoy this type of game then it's well worth it since there will be a lot more free content coming out in the future.
  13. aLx_
    Nov 7, 2018
    10
    An awesome co-op game, probably top 2 on the market right now. Since the development will continue it will probably be top 1 in the near future!
  14. ZebMarkhayan
    Nov 7, 2018
    10
    Lots of fun! Great co-op game with potential to become even better within the coming months
  15. DocShaidar
    Nov 7, 2018
    10
    Awesome game with great mechanics. Can't stop playing! Really enjoy the random elements and looking forwards to season 2 with even more content!
  16. dawg92
    Nov 7, 2018
    10
    So many seem to hate on the game but I bet they only tried it for 1-2 hours. I've played the game for a while now and it is really great, mostly because it's a real challenge. Playing with friends is a real blast once you get the hang of it.
  17. DanielSvard
    Nov 9, 2018
    10
    I love the co op feeling in this game. And I like the spirit of the series in the game. This game will be a game for me for a looong time.
  18. chefenddd
    Nov 8, 2018
    10
    great game, you can decide your play style, and the graphics has really improved since E3.
    probably the best coop game atm
  19. Treatron
    Nov 8, 2018
    10
    I like the challenge in the game, it is necessary to collaborate. Variation between the different levels and a good character system. The game is incredibly fun when you get into it, takes about 2-3 hours. So give it time and you'll love it!
  20. Vader42Wed
    Nov 11, 2018
    10
    Would have given it 8/10 but since people who don't even played it reviewed it with 0/10 I'm giving 10/10 to compensate. The game is gr8 and fun, can't wait for season 2. There are some bugs that need fixing but that will probably be gone in some weeks.
  21. TacTwo
    Nov 12, 2018
    10
    The game is very fun in Coop. I don't really see some of the problem people report, the graphics are really good, and the gun play is very solid! As for me i wasn't expecting something else that is open world. The game-play is very close to the claustrophobic feeling of TWD season 1. It's hard and requires bullet management and good tactical sense. Perhaps a bit more polish is needed inThe game is very fun in Coop. I don't really see some of the problem people report, the graphics are really good, and the gun play is very solid! As for me i wasn't expecting something else that is open world. The game-play is very close to the claustrophobic feeling of TWD season 1. It's hard and requires bullet management and good tactical sense. Perhaps a bit more polish is needed in the menu, loading times could be improved, but overall nothing that bothered me. The game has a big learning curve and is not a slasher game. With the right expectation this is a gem!… Expand
  22. mooler111
    Nov 12, 2018
    10
    Haven´t enjoyed a game in over a dacade but this one caught my eye and I was not dissapointed! The starter missions is more of a tutorial and is not true the the rest of the game, just a opening to get to handle your movement and the wapons. After that it starts to get tricky, teamwork and stealth is the best way to go.
    The sound and mood of the game is spot on and replay-ability is high    Haven´t enjoyed a game in over a dacade but this one caught my eye and I was not dissapointed! The starter missions is more of a tutorial and is not true the the rest of the game, just a opening to get to handle your movement and the wapons. After that it starts to get tricky, teamwork and stealth is the best way to go.
    The sound and mood of the game is spot on and replay-ability is high due to a massive amount of bounties/blueprints etc etc that shows up AFTER you finished the main missions.
    And in the end of november season two starts (it´s included in the price) and you´ll get even more main missions to figure out.
    Highly recommended if you, like me, is bored of the run and gun games out there the last decade.    … Expand
  23. alacazain
    Nov 13, 2018
    10
    I love the game! Forget about the haters who have played 20 minutes and giving bad reviews. The game is gr8 and with big depth and much to do.

    Play loud or silent or a combination of both.
  24. yolka12
    Nov 13, 2018
    10
    Its great game. i it is intense all games in 2018 either too ez or too impossible, this game is situational. if u get cornered its ur problem. but if u being tactic and know how maneuver between hordes of zombies and manage ur stamina correctly and so forth. you are invincible motha ****a, this game its all it needs to be as Walking dead overkill's style i admire the passion behind it butIts great game. i it is intense all games in 2018 either too ez or too impossible, this game is situational. if u get cornered its ur problem. but if u being tactic and know how maneuver between hordes of zombies and manage ur stamina correctly and so forth. you are invincible motha ****a, this game its all it needs to be as Walking dead overkill's style i admire the passion behind it but stupid people ruining it by saying too long of loading screens and too many this and that, if u are not true gamer u have no rights to say such things, so what u got 32gb of ram and rtx 20xx and i9, so what?
    sometimes engines need to render and it takes some time, so what 2-3 minute of wait. and 30-1hour one level to do, and its super fun. and u keep whining? ohhh well need to filter this community,

    "Yo God dont put more salt please, too many mistakes"    … Expand
  25. sparrowscry
    Nov 13, 2018
    10
    Been playing daily since it's release, it's been enjoyable. Price, bugs, and lack of content (although season 2 coming soon included for initial purchase price), the game keeps you on your toes and can be a real adrenaline rush. As for being a bit of a grind, I play games that have that mechanic anyways, so not gonna complain. Giving it a 10, not for being a perfect game, but forBeen playing daily since it's release, it's been enjoyable. Price, bugs, and lack of content (although season 2 coming soon included for initial purchase price), the game keeps you on your toes and can be a real adrenaline rush. As for being a bit of a grind, I play games that have that mechanic anyways, so not gonna complain. Giving it a 10, not for being a perfect game, but for making me not be able to put it down. Can't wait for the season 2 content coming in the end of November.… Expand
  26. Moddi
    Nov 15, 2018
    10
    Love the game, exciting, Love how they made it hard even though its normal, requires a good team and best played with friends! Enjoyed it in beta and after. Many thanks to starbreeze who does extremly fast work on fixing bugs! Worth buying, more worth if you have 3 other friends playing with!
  27. Antibet
    Nov 30, 2018
    10
    Not the best game in the world, but it has som potantial and it realy FUN! Fun and difficult
  28. canexsciolto
    Nov 30, 2018
    10
    Ok technically still has some holes, but I do not understand why these little boys pseudo critics have to ruin a title that deserves. The thing that I like most about OTWD is the fact that it feels to be in those actions that characterize so much the TV series. It is not perfect as a game, but I trust in the developers because it has the basis to be an excellent game.
  29. TheButcher555
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    Nettes Coop Spiel.
    Peformence ist sehr gut. Bei mir auf Hoch hat das Game ca. 120 FPS
  30. Donnie_Plays
    May 31, 2019
    10
    I had no idea what to expect. The game surprised me. The game is difficult but in a good way. The difficulty made me really think about how I approached situations in game. Some trial and error happened for sure. However... if you dig deep into the game you find a level of complexity that might surprise you. There are a ton of things to do. Not just the 13 available missions, but as youI had no idea what to expect. The game surprised me. The game is difficult but in a good way. The difficulty made me really think about how I approached situations in game. Some trial and error happened for sure. However... if you dig deep into the game you find a level of complexity that might surprise you. There are a ton of things to do. Not just the 13 available missions, but as you play the game you can meet and help people and recruit them to join your camp. There is a camp management system where you can send people on runs. The survivors you recruit can be leveled up. Some become more valuable members of your group than others.

    The co-op aspects to this game are great if you can play with a team of four people who understand their roles. The tank must play like a tank. Same for Scout, etc. I was lucky enough to play through the game with a really good group of guys who were good at what they were doing. We coordinated every single move we made. It created a level of intensity to playing that's not easy to achieve against AI threats.

    The story is average to me. This game is more about leveling up your characters, your AI surivors, and your camp. You can also farm for rare weapons and attachments by doing missions and finding loot crates.

    The zombies in this game are the best zombies I've ever encountered in any game, period. I'm a DayZ early access guy and I've played basically every major zombie game out there. Some of my personal favorite recent zombie games are World War Z, State of Decay, 7 Days To Die, Left For Dead 2, Breaking Point Mod (Arma 3) and the old H1z1. This game has more impressive zombie behavior than anything I've ever seen. The zombies react to sound and movement. Just like in the TV show... the players can trick and distract the zombies by making sound or moving them in a direction. This is a really overlooked, fun element to this game. The more noise you make... the more zombies that come. I've seen gigantic hoards in this game. Extreme moments. Explosions that took down a massive hoard.

    Overall... I completely enjoyed this game. I had moments of frustration during the learning curve, but this is one of the best, most rewarding co-op games that I've ever played with friends. Just excellent!    … Expand
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51

Mixed or average reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 24 out of 34
  3. Negative: 9 out of 34
  1. CD-Action
    Feb 6, 2019
    40
    The Walking Dead license was wasted on an ugly game that plays crudely, offers little content and trails behind a decade-old Left 4 Dead. [01/2019, p.56]
  2. GameStar
    Dec 16, 2018
    58
    Overkill's The Walking Dead can be fun in a group but most of the time monotony and balancing weaknesses are frustrating.
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  3. GameGrin
    Dec 3, 2018
    35
    I really wanted to like this game, and after the beta I was hoping there would be more to it than what they were testing. Unfortunately, there’s not, and there’s absolutely no way I could recommend buying this game. If you could pick it up for £10, sure, but four times that? No way.
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