World War Z

 PC
Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. GameSpace
    Apr 24, 2019
    90
    Throw down the money and come enjoy the world that was brought to us in the movie. You won’t see Brad Pitt in the game, but you will have one heck of a time either way.
  2. Game Informer
    Apr 19, 2019
    83
    World War Z takes arguably the best part of the film and uses it to create a visually interesting gameplay mechanic that is horrifying to witness but fun to dismantle.
  3. PLAY! Zine
    Jul 8, 2019
    80
    World War Z is a genuine fun and entertaining Left 4 Dead clone that does add a bit of its own stuff to a mix in the old formula. The only issue is that bugs, glitches, and poor connectivity are can be annoying, but hopefully, that will be sorted.
  5. GameWatcher
    Apr 22, 2019
    80
    A capable coop shooter with a lot of potential and amazing swarm mechanics.
  6. Hooked Gamers
    Jun 20, 2019
    75
    All in all, World War Z is a pretty fun experience. It’s one that definitely surprised me, as the developers in my opinion didn’t put their best foot forward with the trailers. It still may not appeal to people who weren’t fans of the movie, but if you’re a fan of zombie games, especially co-op experiences like Left 4 Dead, it’s a solid experience at a relatively cheap price for the amount of gameplay and replay value you’re getting. Just make sure you’re playing with friends, as playing with randoms is often as bad as playing with the single player AI.
  7. COGconnected
    Apr 26, 2019
    75
    When all is said and done, World War Z is a worthy entry into those Left 4 Dead style of zombie games. At a competitive and reduced price, it is excellent value for the buck.
  8. Destructoid
    Apr 19, 2019
    75
    Is World War Z as good as Left 4 Dead? No. Is it fun despite that? Yes. There's few pleasures in gaming that can compare to swinging a thrumming chainsaw blade through a horde of ravenous undead, and World War Z delivers. And really, it's not like Valve makes games anymore.
  9. Cultured Vultures
    Apr 19, 2019
    75
    It's not revolutionary by any means, but World War Z is a fun zombie shooter that actually surpasses the movie on which it is based.
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  1. Polygon
    Apr 19, 2019
    It’s a shame, because World War Z throws so many interesting ideas at the wall — a half-baked multiplayer mode, 16 survivors with unique story videos, massive hordes of zombies in urban centers, and an ongoing progression system for survivors. Unfortunately, none of it sticks, except the sight of hundreds of angry zombies forming a human pyramid of hate.

Awards & Rankings

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#31 Most Discussed PC Game of 2019
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#73 Most Shared PC Game of 2019

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User Score
6.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 469 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 206 out of 469
  2. Mixed: 108 out of 469
  3. Negative: 155 out of 469
  1. jogaraven
    Apr 16, 2019
    10
    The game looks and feels great! Hordes of zombies are amaizing. Playing coop with friends is really fun!
  2. BlastyGaming
    Apr 16, 2019
    8
    Solid Co-Op Zombie Shooter. It takes the tried and true Left 4 Dead formula, evolves it a bit and gives it a more serious tone. I do miss theSolid Co-Op Zombie Shooter. It takes the tried and true Left 4 Dead formula, evolves it a bit and gives it a more serious tone. I do miss the more campy tone of the L4D games, but the more serious tone does work fine here.

    The core gameplay is very similar to L4D, but with a few interesting new systems and mechanics. For one, there is a class system, and your class is not tied to a specific character, so you can always play the class you prefer. There is also a solid progression system, for both your class and your weapons of choice. This gives extra incentive to play and helps the replayability. It also adds in some simple mechanics for the horde defense sections, where you can build fences, traps, mortars, turrets and machine gun emplacements.

    The amount of zombies they throw at you is simply astonishing, and the novelty of it helps give the game a distinct feel.

    Overall, it might not be a genre defining experience yet, but at release it's already a legit competitor for the rest of the genre and I anticipate it being a success. It's only $35, so if you like L4D, it's worth a buy. Valve can't count to 3, but this is a worthy substitute.    … Full Review »
  3. rehzix84
    Apr 16, 2019
    8
    This is a great game, really fun gameplay at a discount price. I am afraid it will be buried under the 'epic store is garbage!!11!' crowd. ButThis is a great game, really fun gameplay at a discount price. I am afraid it will be buried under the 'epic store is garbage!!11!' crowd. But please ignore them, you will be doing yourself a disservice if you miss this one. I buy games on UPLAY and origin and battle.net and STEAM. Yeah it is kind of a bummer we can't have it on steam but if you miss or dismiss or just straight up review bomb this game you are only hurting yourselves.… Full Review »
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