BuriedTown

It used to be free on mobile, it was an amazing game. I don't understand why so many people are so upset about it. It was a mobile game. It didn't need options because you could just turn down the volume. I do think they should add some options, but seen as it was said to be finished a long time ago I don't see that happening. Also, it is no longer on mobile, so there is no free copy, if you want to play it; buy it. Yeah it takes a long time to get from place to place in the map, I think it would realistically too if the streets were flooded with zombies. Its an old game, I think people should get off their high horses and realize that. It's old, and for being old, its awesome. Also yes, coffee, because sometimes you need a little coffee break. Sadly you cannot full screen it, but guess what... that's because it was a mobile game. It was not originally meant for the computer, so cut them some slack. No one is working on the game, if you want to turn down the volume, then guess what.. your computer has a volume button too. This game was my whole childhood, and I still absolutely love it. I 100% recommend it for anyone actually willing to look at games positively. These comments just look like Negative Nancy's that only bought it to be bratty... Its old, unworked on, and meant for mobile. But guess what, it works beautifully. So with that in mind, cut some slack, and just try to enjoy it. The "hour long" walks, and seconds, its time lapsed. Don't be scared off by the negative people in the comments. It's a wonderful game. 10/10 from me <3

Its a good survival game, with base management, permadeath (I like it), windowed (I love it), with good 2D graphics that doesn't try badly to be a 3D.

This game is very similar to "This War of Mine". TWOF, however, have a much better interface (and graphics and gameplay and etc etc etc). My point: Buried Town isn't nearly as well done. It feels almost like the developers did only the barely to run (at least, on PC).

But its a fun game with a just tag price. I would recommend it.

An indie-er, entirely turn-based This War of Mine, with a zombie spinoff

Pros
- Good survival
- Base Management
- Permadeath (Makes survival meaningful)
- Progression trough permanent unlocks

Cons
- Windowed (about a 3rd of the screen for me on a 1920x1080p screen)
- Poor sound design, reused assets from other games
- Automatic combats, based on equipement and RNG

I'm really happy to own it, if you wanted a This War of Mine, with only one survivor and zombies, try this game !

I'm surprised it's even letting me post a review for this game, since I was never actually able to play it to begin with. Normally I wouldn't review a game prior to playing it, but honestly, this is more of a review on the developer, rather than the game itself.

Let me first start off by saying: The mobile version of this game is pretty good, and I'm sure most of the people who were looking forward to this, would probably agree. The developer mentioned within the mobile version that a Steam version of the game was going to be released, and I was pretty excited. I thought that bringing the game to Steam would mean that they could make the proper modifications and give the game some additions that the mobile version lacked, and really make this game something awesome. I thought wrong, sadly. So, if you are thinking about trying this game, don't. Download the FREE mobile version instead (it's free on Android, not sure if the same is true for Apple devices), and try that one out instead. It's really good.

The developer of this game is a perfect example of a what a horrible game developer looks like on Steam. It seems as if they took full advantage of the people who played and enjoyed the mobile version, and exploited their following of the game. They half-assed released this game on Steam, way overcharged for the game (yes, $6.99 IS way too much for this game, considering the fact that it looks like over half the people who tried purchasing it and playing it, couldn't actually play it), and then when these people tried contacting the developer, to find out what was wrong, find out why they couldn't get the game to load or play properly, or to even just find out when a fix for this would be released, the developer did......nothing. Has the developer released any sort of news or information about these issues that so many people are having with the game? Nope. Has the developer even gotten back to me (or any of the people who have posted their complaints or issues on the Discussions Page), to even just apologize for the issue/bug? Nope. Haven't heard a peep from them, or seen them post anything. It's as if they released this game, well before it was ready, slapped a price tag on it, and let it go from there. It's as if they just took the mobile version, and slapped it onto Steam. And whatever profit they make from it....then that's what they make, and who cares about anything else. Who cares about putting the time, effort, and even money into improving the game, making the fixes that are needed to allow the game to actually be playable, and make even MORE profit on the game. That doesn't seem to be their long-term goal at all - whatever short-term profit they make on it, that's all they're interested in.

It's sad to me that Steam even allows this game to stay on here, considering the lack of playability for most people (it seems that the game is mostly unable for people who run Windows 10, and even for some of those who run Windows 8...Sooo, considering Windows 10 is free, this includes A LOT of people, lol). Also, the lack of any type of communication from the developer is pretty disturbing, and also makes me wonder why Steam isn't stepping in on this, in any sort of way (whatever way they may be able to do that... I don't honestly know).

All in all, don't play the game. Or don't try to anyways. Luckily, I was able to get a refund on the game, but from what I've seen/heard, not everyone was so lucky. Even though it's not a huge amount of money, it's definitely better spent elsewhere, since the game is totally free (except for IAP, of course) on Android, and maybe on iPhones too.

BuriedTown: Imagine This War of Mine and Zafehouse Diaries birthed a mobile-port love-child. And it's decent...
I would recommend this to anyone who enjoyed either of these titles...

Your shelter/resource contains the genetics of TWOM, including: crafting. cooking, defense, sleep/exaughtion, weather/temp, and health/mental upkeep. The military-time day/night counter runs continuosly, with every task requiring said amount of time to complete. It's a pretty basic formula for those familiar with TWOM, mostly proritizing what to build to initially survive versus the race to prepare for, and survive, the oncoming winter...

The DNA of ZH:D is found in the travel/exploration/combat aspect of the game. Diffrent area nodes will become available as you progress in the game. It consists of timed travel, requiring a few hours to traverse the debris to each destination. Each node has a set number of rooms to explore for potential resources required to survive, occasionally finding secret areas, or you could get attacked... Battle is pure RNG with fast flavor text, there is no "action" here.

Before initializing combat, a threat level is given indicating the severity of the encounter. Low threat means fewer and weaker zombies, with higher threat levels sometimes raising not only enemy numbers but their severity. And yes, you can avoid battles by either not walking into the next room containing zombies or by running away if attacked while traveling. Enemies will usually start four meters away. As the distance closes, you will fire your ranged weapon, if you have one, and then engage in melee combat until victory or defeat. Ammo is universal for each gun, but save those bullets for tougher battles later in game...

This is a tough little cookie, but doable after you figure out how to proritize your base growth. Also, there are crucial NPC's that will eventually appear asking for resources. Each can be visited at a stationary node after they make initial contact, trading necessary materials and accepting favored items as gifts to raise your companionship level. Higher levels means not only better trades, but also more varied items. Dont ignore your neighbors...

All in all this is an enjoyable game if you don't mind rage-quitting a window mode only mobile port with little to no feed back from the developer. I'd sorely love to see a full screen mode with a pause option, other than the quit/continue screen, in shelter strictly for viewing resources/stats, but the non-stop timer otherwise adds to the direness of the situation. Also, while outside of your sheleter, there is no way of identifying the materials you gather. Some icons are self explanitory, such as food and wood, but otherwise it's memorization of what's what till you get it home to inspect...


All negative reviews and aspects aside, I personally rate BuriedTown 3.5 out of 5...

I do not believe I have seen a crappier game then this in a while. For the love of god steam, why do you keep accepting mobile ports? Especially when said mobile ports are free on mobile, and ironically, even work less on them, then on a PC.

Pro+ You die quickly so you can exit and refund

Cons+Horrible interface
You shoot like a blind stormtrooper
You would more then likely lose to stormtroopers because you stand in one place, letting zombies bludgeon and bite you into tiny little shards
Game is free on mobile, not here.
Developers copy and paste stuff to every question or review, asking you to "Maybe ask help from someone who has survived for more then 300 days?"
Did I mention your amazing stormtrooper like qualities?
You can't change your resolution and are stuck to a tiny screen

Summary: Don't buy this game. Just don't. You'll have a more profitable purchase by buying some meme game like grass simulator.

This game needs some modifications before it becomes decent. One of the biggest issues I had was the fact there was no pause button or even an automatic pause to the clock when looking through craft-able items. As a result, the game play felt rushed in order to make best of the time you have towards ultimate survival. I ended up picking up items and leaving behind other without knowing which was more important to me at the time. On the bright side, the game has lots of potential. I think that is what attracts us survivalist game enthusiast. Unfortunately, there are some much needed changes to the game play needed before it becomes worth paying to play.

I really wanted to like this game, I took the chance and paid for it...its got alot going for it...but the things I dont care for are a deal breaker...maybe they will patch..or...take the $ and run.

-no options menu at all
-cant pause
-no full screen mode
-takes 1.5 hrs to cross the street on the map
- no mouse over of items
-why the hell would zombies want to break in just to destroy/steal your shit at night...
-wtf...coffee...lame

only plays in windowed mode.

Simple apocolypse game that gives you point and click screens and choices that you really don't have a lot of ability to determine the outcome of. When zombies show up while scavenging, you have no choice but to fight with whatever weapon you might have (or just your bare fists).

Here's My "First Play on Launch Day" Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-O-U8Q7HXqg

This game is very similar to "This War of Mine" and almost has the same kind of feel and seems like the developer tried to copy its formula. Unfortunately, this game just isn't nearly as well done, 'nor is it anywhere near as much fun to play as This War of Mine.

Looks like a port from the Ipad/Android market place, and there are no options at all to change the resolution to fit your desktop monitor. The game also lacks other options that would have been simple to add such as a Celcius/Fahrenheit choice and the lack of even the simplest options make the game feel very amatuer and "rushed".

It's an alright game if you like these kind of games and understand that you will die and randomness and luck will be a big part of how long you last. However my main problem with this game is the price point. In no way can I see the value of this game being anywhere near their $6.99 USD asking price at launch here on Steam. I'd say $3.99 max, so if you like this sort of game and it drops down to $2 or $3 on a sale, pick it up, otherside I have to give this very simple. very high RNG game a thumbs down.

I can imagine zombies attacking me in my head and roll some dice on my desk to determine the outcome for free, this game is only a small step up from that.