Sandbox Apocalypse (2024)

Developer: 7Druids GmbH
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action, Adventure, RPG, Simulation, Early Access
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 7 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 6.8 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

You scavenge and build in a zombie-filled open world, managing survival with crafting and base construction, but the feel is rough and in-progress as a single-developer early access game.

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What players say

Players see potential in this early-access survival sandbox, which draws comparisons to Project Zomboid and 7 Days To Die, but they complain about awkward controls, a small map, and multiplayer that barely works. The game is widely considered unfinished, with some reviewers saying it needs months of development before it is worth playing.

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