World War Z

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6.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 469 Ratings

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  1. PhilipBlake
    Apr 27, 2019
    8
    Definitely not what you can expect from a movie based video game. The is clearly a good one, not perfect, but still delivers great gaming experience and is really closest as possible to the high octane zombies sequences from the movie. The game turns as a massive update on the Left 4 Dead franchise with more action, more places, characters and a lot more zombies of course to feet to theDefinitely not what you can expect from a movie based video game. The is clearly a good one, not perfect, but still delivers great gaming experience and is really closest as possible to the high octane zombies sequences from the movie. The game turns as a massive update on the Left 4 Dead franchise with more action, more places, characters and a lot more zombies of course to feet to the World War Z universe. The local multiplayer mode delivers a lot of fun and is basically the most attractive way to play it. So this is definitely a surprise to me since I've only expected low quality movie based video game that turns into a real nice one. Great job!… Expand
  2. TrinityRose
    Apr 26, 2019
    4
    I normally don't write reviews but after playing this game for a couple hours I felt it was necessary. Game play/story was adequate. Nothing fantastically amazing but it was enjoyable. The game breaker is the lack of private games with friends. If you don't have a full group of 4 people you HAVE to have a random person join. So when you're a level 1 and get a level 59 joining your partyI normally don't write reviews but after playing this game for a couple hours I felt it was necessary. Game play/story was adequate. Nothing fantastically amazing but it was enjoyable. The game breaker is the lack of private games with friends. If you don't have a full group of 4 people you HAVE to have a random person join. So when you're a level 1 and get a level 59 joining your party you're constantly left in the dust. Always the last to the checkpoints and the last to where any weapons might have been. At least cut scenes between the co-op episodes couldn't be skipped unless all players agreed but having to have these random people instead of AI or scaling to smaller sized parties really brought the game down. Until they implement private lobbies I am disappointed that I spent money on this game.… Expand
  3. CGlenn79
    Apr 26, 2019
    8
    So I want to do an honest review. First of all, I have played about 20 hours so far. I have found only one bug so far. It occurred when I failed a mission right as I passed it. The game went into you failed screen but the audio playing as if I had passed. This seems like it would be a very rare thing to encounter.

    The graphics are decent and the game is well optimized. I was getting    So I want to do an honest review. First of all, I have played about 20 hours so far. I have found only one bug so far. It occurred when I failed a mission right as I passed it. The game went into you failed screen but the audio playing as if I had passed. This seems like it would be a very rare thing to encounter.

    The graphics are decent and the game is well optimized. I was getting great FPS 140+ with Ultra settings and in 2500x1440 I have a 1080ti That being said it should work well with most newer cards.

    The game itself is fun and better with friends. It is still fun solo but as with most A.I. sidekicks, they don't always do the right thing. They don't do any part of the missions. They shoot a zombie and revive you as needed. The game has great difficulty settings and is very challenging. The game definitely needs more content. Currently, the game has 4 different areas with 3 missions per area. You can increase the difficulty for more playability. However, in the end, it needs more missions. I think the dev's will add some more content as time goes by. Think Payday 2.

    Final thoughts. The game is not a 10. but it is also not a 0. To me, it is a strong 7 to a low 8. I am not sure what rating system some people use to give it a 0 or a 10. If you were interested enough to pay for the game it is not a 0. If you cannot get it to work on your PC. Give your PC a 0 not the game because the game is fine.    … Expand
  4. MrAwesome2963
    Apr 24, 2019
    5
    So many controll issues. Its different controlls depending on which meny. skip by ESC or Enter and I have to klick skip89 times in a row after a mission. thats not skipping. Cant switch from single fire to fullauto/burst. To restricted movement. Unclear how the lvlevling system works, which skill am I using. Ammo bags disapear without getting loot. Weapons dont reload...
  5. Kellog
    Apr 24, 2019
    6
    The unique zombie stacking mechanic is great. However, instead of pushing the genre forward with a fresh take on cooperation, the game copies Left 4 Dead almost exactly. Even the special zombie types were replicated, except that they come off as cheap imitations. The character progression looks to be a copy of Killing Floor 2's progression system, except with less depth. Overall, I'mThe unique zombie stacking mechanic is great. However, instead of pushing the genre forward with a fresh take on cooperation, the game copies Left 4 Dead almost exactly. Even the special zombie types were replicated, except that they come off as cheap imitations. The character progression looks to be a copy of Killing Floor 2's progression system, except with less depth. Overall, I'm disappointed that this game imitates other zombie games instead of blazing its own trail.… Expand
  6. AceAscendus
    Apr 24, 2019
    0
    Boring, buggy and glitchy... what a waste of money! This is one of the worst games I've ever played in my life, avoid it or you will regret your purchase. The game is just not fun at all.
  7. Toshaa
    Apr 22, 2019
    10
    Приятная графика, веселый геймплей, надеюсь контент будут добавлять регулярно. Игра уровня ААА но с адекватным ценником, одним словом Брать! Да и отечественного разраба нужно поддерживать
  8. RoseTheFlower
    Apr 22, 2019
    8
    I've put 2000 hours into Left 4 Dead 2, mostly playing semi-competitively with and against the best players of the scene. I'm aware of the comparisons between L4D and World War Z, and I definitely saw the similarities as I watched the WWZ gameplay and noticed the hunter-like and charger-like special zombies.
    Then I got the game but could not play it because of the black bars on my    I've put 2000 hours into Left 4 Dead 2, mostly playing semi-competitively with and against the best players of the scene. I'm aware of the comparisons between L4D and World War Z, and I definitely saw the similarities as I watched the WWZ gameplay and noticed the hunter-like and charger-like special zombies.
    Then I got the game but could not play it because of the black bars on my ultrawide monitor. As I waited for a few days for the devs to fix it, I decided to look into the disassembled code of the game, and I made a mod to enable ultrawide support.
    So I got into it. The game was more like The Division than Left 4 Dead - in its the third-person perspective, the detailed, vast and gorgeous levels, and the object interactions. But it does not need to be compared to anything. It's a unique game primarily because of the horde mechanic, where - as you probably know already - hundreds of moving zombies constantly appear on your screen, climb over each other, forming live ladders, or just jumping from above you.
    The amount of things you have to kill makes it super fun, and the killing itself feels enjoyable - in part because of the impact your shots have on the zombies and in part because of the variety of weapons that you get. There's many characters to play as, each having a very detailed look and a backstory to discover. The game never lets you rest, and even the skippable preparations involve placing turrets, refilling ammo and more. The PVP mode isn't bad either, as the zombie hordes invade your classic 4v4 team deathmatch or capture point matches and spice up the experience.    … Expand
  9. Moontake
    Apr 22, 2019
    9
    This game seems like L4D, only more epic and exiting. I have a good time in the game with friends, It's really fun. I hope at an early date devs will add more maps and will develop this project.
  10. JokerKh
    Apr 22, 2019
    8
    Where do i start..I came into this game with 0 expectations.
    I was blown away with the hundreds of zombies rushing at you and your squad, it can go very very wrong if you don't pay attention while defending, so call outs and pings are important.
    This game delivers very well, the graphics are amazing, the gore system is well done, classes make it repayable and the weapons feel punchy.    Where do i start..I came into this game with 0 expectations.
    I was blown away with the hundreds of zombies rushing at you and your squad, it can go very very wrong if you don't pay attention while defending, so call outs and pings are important.

    This game delivers very well, the graphics are amazing, the gore system is well done, classes make it repayable and the weapons feel punchy.
    Every matched played feels different sometimes its quiet, sometimes its very hectic, so don't worry about it being repetitive!

    BUT there are a few things that needs to be done:
    - More special zombies needed. (there are only 4 unique zombies)
    - Skins for characters and weapons would be nice.
    - The story feels short and quick, more acts maybe?
    - They should make it so you can drop med kits so medics can have them. (more health for both players with skill unlocked)
    - Leveling weapons is strange, you could save up 1000 credits and have max weapon upgrade, grinding for weapon levels feels too easy.
    - A better pinging system would work well, right now it only highlights the item but doesn't say what it is, they could improve it by have text over it for those's squads that don't use mic.
    Ping warnings for incoming hordes.
    Ping defence locations, where to stand in preparations for standoffs.

    Overall i'm impressed and hope the devs update it with more maps, weapons, skins etc
    This game is more enjoyable with friends, and on hard + difficulty.    … Expand
  11. whatever523
    Apr 21, 2019
    1
    I was really looking forward to play this, but Epic Store - no thanks.

    Would have gladly paid 50$ for it, too.
  12. bpkuma
    Apr 21, 2019
    10
    How can anyone give anything less than a 10 for this game? I know, be a Left 4 Dead FANBOY and get salty that its not Left 4 Dead 3. Seriously look at the 0 comments, 9/10 are mentioning that it's not Left 4 Dead 3, or its a Left 4 Dead rip off, or it brings nothing new to the table that Left 4 Dead didn't. DO NOT LET BIASED OPINIONS steer you from playing a NEW GOOD GAME that does bring AHow can anyone give anything less than a 10 for this game? I know, be a Left 4 Dead FANBOY and get salty that its not Left 4 Dead 3. Seriously look at the 0 comments, 9/10 are mentioning that it's not Left 4 Dead 3, or its a Left 4 Dead rip off, or it brings nothing new to the table that Left 4 Dead didn't. DO NOT LET BIASED OPINIONS steer you from playing a NEW GOOD GAME that does bring A LOT of new mechanics into the zombie world. I love this game and the sheer panic induced fighting when 500 zombies are spilling over a wall trying to get you and your team. AMAZING, please keep up the great work developers. I can't wait for new content to be released after you guys bring it to the switch!!! FINALLY A NEW AWESOME ZOMBIE GAME!!! HECK YEAH!!… Expand
  13. Kumablaze
    Apr 21, 2019
    10
    Truly an amazing game! The dialogue is hilarious it can be random and on different difficulties provide different speech, memorable characters who have interesting story lines. TONS of replay-ability!!! This isn't a new L4D and this has its own unique spin on the zombie world. People who rate this 0 are giving the game 0 chance. Remember when L4D came out, it was rather bare, not a lot ofTruly an amazing game! The dialogue is hilarious it can be random and on different difficulties provide different speech, memorable characters who have interesting story lines. TONS of replay-ability!!! This isn't a new L4D and this has its own unique spin on the zombie world. People who rate this 0 are giving the game 0 chance. Remember when L4D came out, it was rather bare, not a lot of campaigns. Give the developers a chance to finish porting the game over to the Switch and I am sure we will see lots of content being made for the game. No micro transactions which is AWESOME. This game is very polished for release. Buy it, if you don't like it, refund ir. Just don't let the L4D fanboys throw you off with scores of 0 because they don't like that it's not a LEFT 4 DEAD 3. There is absolutely NO WAY this game deserves a 0.… Expand
  14. death12123
    Apr 20, 2019
    6
    Forgettable characters, boring dialogue, feels too janky, etc.
    It's ok for what it is with the perks and gameplay but honestly it just lacks the feel and over all replay-ability that L4D has. I just played through every stage and it's the same boring dialogue with slightly differences mainly just being my team and perks. L4D is barebones yes but the way how they designed it makes me want    Forgettable characters, boring dialogue, feels too janky, etc.
    It's ok for what it is with the perks and gameplay but honestly it just lacks the feel and over all replay-ability that L4D has. I just played through every stage and it's the same boring dialogue with slightly differences mainly just being my team and perks. L4D is barebones yes but the way how they designed it makes me want to go back every single time to hear the characters, soundtrack, play the stage with random different spawns, test new stage mods, etc. Also the versus is pretty bad.
    It needs mods, new free stages, better overall character interactivity and more.
    Also it's an Epic Games Exclusive.

    6 out of 10. It definitely can be better.    … Expand
  15. Michaelross2428
    Apr 20, 2019
    4
    A new zombie game that offers nothing new just another game that tries to hard to be like left for dead and fails
  16. iloveparmezan
    Apr 20, 2019
    10
    so long ago there were no co-op zombie games. l4d is old lady. miss you zombies, u miss me too I see
  17. OperatorBotasky
    Apr 20, 2019
    9
    I can't disagree with people who compare this game with L4D series, and it`s quite nice for me. I like the L4D character personalization better, but WWZ offers perks, classes, enjoyable defense tactics, much more guns and gun mods. And much much much much more zombies. Looking forward to more DLC content.
  18. Diavolos
    Apr 20, 2019
    10
    Best coop game since Left 4 Dead 2. Very fun to play, cool characters and LOTS of zombies!
  19. Aliceiwl
    Apr 20, 2019
    10
    This game looks like Left 4 Dead. I like it so much. Hordes of zombies are awesome! Waiting for new maps!
  20. Samargalo
    Apr 20, 2019
    10
    ძალიან კარგი თამაშია,მომეწონა.მომავალში იმედია უფრო დაიხვეწება.Good Game.thnx developers and publishers.
  21. Figaro79
    Apr 19, 2019
    0
    Really boring peace of sh i t. NOT BUY THIS! L4D2 more better, much more! Very ugly gun and gameplay. Weak game design. Epic fail! REFUND.
    Отвратительный продукт! Возврат средств.
  22. Fishersam
    Apr 19, 2019
    0
    My original review was deleted by Metacritic or maybe even these filthy devs. The game is crap. A lot of user reviews are falsified. You can tell by the broken english. The constant mentioning of Left 4 Dead. The common use of the same descriptive words. Devs should be ashamed. Game is shallow.
  23. PetrovGamer
    Apr 19, 2019
    10
    World war z is a wild game in a good sense of the word.Board a good coop game,I did not play.Everything is here for a good time.Multiplayer top guns a lot.The graphics and music of course harcout,but it's not peshay enjoy the game.In General I advise everyone!
  24. muzmuz
    Apr 19, 2019
    6
    World War Z is a third-person horde survival shooter with a considerable progression system, praiseworthy character designs and a satisfying stack of zombies, gore and apocalyptic ambiance in modern graphical fashion. Sadly, it fails short of making a decent teammate AI, level design, and gun play.
  25. SixX92
    Apr 19, 2019
    8
    very l4d-ish game....very fun with friend. i recommend it since l4d is 10 years old and we need to move on
  26. MADPOOL
    Apr 19, 2019
    5
    Few players are online, maybe it's all because of the exclusivity in the store from Epik.
    What is really new and interesting in this game, I personally do not watch. Graphics, gameplay, all that is in the game, we have already seen in other projects, which are mass in Steam, with less money.
    It will be in Steam, maybe then I will play it with friends, but now I will not spend any time or    Few players are online, maybe it's all because of the exclusivity in the store from Epik.
    What is really new and interesting in this game, I personally do not watch. Graphics, gameplay, all that is in the game, we have already seen in other projects, which are mass in Steam, with less money.
    It will be in Steam, maybe then I will play it with friends, but now I will not spend any time or money on it.    … Expand
  27. Catarax
    Apr 18, 2019
    10
    Cant understand all that 0 reviews so far. that game is insane! i think the most ppl dont play on very hard and with friends - this degree of difficulty and higher are a pain in the a.. . and u cant play it without a 4 player mate team. its way better and harder than l4d2. the gameplay and hub is stolen from Division 1/2 but its ok.
  28. zombie994
    Apr 18, 2019
    2
    As has been said, very reminiscent of L4D, slight variances added here and there but overall not worth creating an epic storefront account for.
  29. TheChosenWuan
    Apr 18, 2019
    1
    Never rated a game before but deemed it necessary for this game as I'm so disappointed.

    Region locked, no servers for certain regions with no mention of it prior to purchase, so for some (including me) unless you enjoy 300 ping this is a pass. Overall the game has great stability and for the amount of zombies it's nice to see how well it runs. The game feels pretty lackluster with    Never rated a game before but deemed it necessary for this game as I'm so disappointed.

    Region locked, no servers for certain regions with no mention of it prior to purchase, so for some (including me) unless you enjoy 300 ping this is a pass.

    Overall the game has great stability and for the amount of zombies it's nice to see how well it runs.

    The game feels pretty lackluster with features although this could be due to the fact I'm reduced to playing single player only.

    May re-review it if they decide to add support for more regions but I personally think it's a little ridiculous that the game was released in regions that they have no servers for, fair enough if it was a free to play but charging people the same price for a quarter of the experience is more than a minor annoyance.

    With that said, the devs have been extremely lazy with feedback, while I can understand and appreciate fixing major bugs (such as game crashes on startup and well basically anything stopping the current playerbase from playing the game at all) the fact that it has been 3 days since they said they're looking into the whole region thing and have given no response as to whether its going to be happening or not is extremely frustrating.

    Myself and my friends are all waiting to get a simple yes they're coming or no there's not a large enough playerbase to extend servers so we can decide whether or not we want to refund the game.

    They themselves have even mentioned they're well aware of the requests for the OCE servers and that it has been highly requested and yet it's not enough to get a straight forward answer.

    The game has great potential if they add in some more maps and longer campaign levels, they're extremely short at the moment and are quite repetitive.

    >Open this > Collect this all the while killing zombies, now I'm not expecting an insane backstory, but some effort goes a long way when making different levels unique.

    The weapons upgrades are extremely linear, while I know this isn't uncommon they basically have no reason for them and should just be implemented with general leveling.

    Customization is questionable, no fov slider, sensitivity options aren't great and

    There's a common issue at the moment with audio not being in sync or cutting in and out.

    Voice lines are pretty limited and you'll often hear the same line said 5-6 times throughout the same campaign level, if not more.

    While I understand there's a limit to these sorts of things it just feels like an early access title with no real substance.

    I'm sure in future it'll have improvements but for now it really feels like a beta.    … Expand
  30. Escfromcritic
    Apr 18, 2019
    10
    ОЧень классная игра, в которую стоит поиграть, да не шедевр, но давно таких бодрых зомби-шутанов не встречал
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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. 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.
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  2. 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.
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  3. GameGrin
    Jun 19, 2019
    70
    World War Z is very competently made and has very few flaws, but it's just nothing we haven't seen plenty of times before.
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