Summary
Days of Doom is a thrilling, strategic, and relentlessly replayable experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat. It brilliantly marries the zombie apocalypse theme with tactical RPG elements, delivering an adventure that is equal parts challenging and rewarding. If you have a soft spot for zombies, enjoy strategic gameplay, and relish the thrill of roguelite progression, then Days of Doom is an absolute must-play title.
Developer – SneakyBox
Publisher – Atari
Platforms – PS4, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Atari VCS, PC (Reviewed)
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In a world where the zombie apocalypse reigns supreme and the line between life and death is blurred, Days of Doom emerges as a beacon of post-apocalyptic hope, wrapped in the shroud of a tactical RPG roguelite. A journey to Sanctuary, the promised land, through a vivid and chaotic wasteland brimming with zombies, raiders, and other monstrosities awaits you. Get ready to assemble a diverse band of heroes to shield your burgeoning community and forge a path through the hordes of the undead in this intense, survival-oriented adventure.
In Days of Doom, the apocalypse wasn’t the end of the world; it merely reshaped it into a nightmarish landscape. You’ll begin your quest with a modest group of survivors, and from there, you’ll embark on a treacherous journey to reach the fabled Sanctuary. Along the way, you’ll confront a wide array of threats, from the run-of-the-mill zombies to ruthless raiders, and yes, even zombie raiders! The post-apocalyptic world is rife with danger and mystery, making every step a pulse-pounding test of your strategic skills and resource management.
The heart of Days of Doom lies in its turn-based combat system, where mastering your heroes’ unique abilities is the key to survival. Take, for example, Pyro, whose fiery attacks can ignite enemies for lasting damage. Then, consider the synergy between the Hydromancer and the Thrasher—a ranged water attack sets the stage, followed by the Thrasher’s shocking surprise for wet enemies. The odds against you might seem overwhelming, but by carefully strategizing how to use your heroes’ abilities, upgrading them, and unlocking new skills along the way, you just might stand a chance against the relentless zombie horde.
Days of Doom’s hand-drawn art brings the quirky vision of the post-apocalypse to life in vivid detail. The characters and the world around them are beautifully animated, with a style that adds a unique flavor to the grim setting.
One of the game’s standout features is its dynamic and ever-changing gameplay. No two runs in Days of Doom are the same, keeping you on your toes and your adrenaline pumping. The game’s roguelite progression means that while the challenges vary, you’ll permanently upgrade critical stats like party size and resource accumulation speed. With over 50 randomly occurring events, more than 70 items and runes to collect, and eight distinct character classes, each with unique default and special abilities, Days of Doom offers a wealth of content to keep you engaged for hours on end.
Days of Doom is a thrilling, strategic, and relentlessly replayable experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat. It brilliantly marries the zombie apocalypse theme with tactical RPG elements, delivering an adventure that is equal parts challenging and rewarding. If you have a soft spot for zombies, enjoy strategic gameplay, and relish the thrill of roguelite progression, then Days of Doom is an absolute must-play title.