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Surviving the Aftermath

Surviving the Aftermath

November 16, 2021
Paradox Interactive
3.9/5.0(2,209 reviews)

Genres

SimulationStrategy
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About This Game

In Surviving the Aftermath, build and manage a colony of survivors in a challenging post-apocalyptic world. Engage in strategic gameplay as you explore a procedurally generated landscape, gather resources, and face tough choices that shape the future of your community.

Highlights

  • Construct over 130 unique buildings to fortify your colony.
  • Recruit and manage more than 80 specialists with diverse skills.
  • Explore a procedurally generated world filled with resources and secrets.
  • Make impactful decisions that affect colony happiness and survival.
  • Engage with rival colonies through trade or competition.

Platforms

PS4

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Teen
Languages:
Chinese (Simplified)EnglishFrench (France)GermanPolishPortuguese (Brazil)RussianSpanish (Mexico)

Gameplay

Modes
Single player
Perspective
Bird view / Isometric

Player Reviews

Mixed

Player feedback for 'Surviving the Aftermath' is deeply divided, with many players enjoying the gameplay mechanics, customization options, and post-apocalyptic setting, while a significant number express frustration over bugs, poor design choices, and excessive notifications. The contrasting experiences reflect a lack of cohesion in the game's execution, resulting in a polarized reception.

Pros

  • • Challenging gameplay with a good balance of strategy and city-building
  • • Rich customization options for difficulty and settings
  • • Engaging post-apocalyptic atmosphere with various mechanics
  • • Enjoyable exploration and resource management aspects
  • • Potential for replayability with engaging mechanics

Cons

  • • Frequent bugs and crashes significantly affect gameplay
  • • Poor interface design with excessive notifications
  • • Imbalanced resource management leading to frustration
  • • Clunky mechanics and lack of tutorial guidance
  • • Endgame becomes tedious and repetitive

Based on 100 reviews from steam

Screenshots

DLC & Editions

Surviving the Aftermath: Shattered Hope
Surviving the Aftermath: Shattered Hopedlc
Surviving the Aftermath: Forgotten Tracks
Surviving the Aftermath: Forgotten Tracksdlc
Surviving the Aftermath: Rebirth
Surviving the Aftermath: Rebirthexpansion
Surviving the Aftermath: New Alliances
Surviving the Aftermath: New Alliancesexpansion
Surviving Franchise Bundle
Surviving Franchise Bundlebundle

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Surviving the Aftermath — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Surviving the Aftermath worth playing?
Surviving the Aftermath has a mixed reception from players, holding an average score of 3.9 out of 5 across 2,209 reviews.
Is Surviving the Aftermath included with PlayStation Plus?
Yes — Surviving the Aftermath is part of the PlayStation Plus Extra game catalogue, so subscribers on that tier can play it at no extra cost.
Is Surviving the Aftermath single-player or multiplayer?
Surviving the Aftermath supports single player.
What platforms is Surviving the Aftermath available on?
Surviving the Aftermath is available on PS4.
When did Surviving the Aftermath release?
Surviving the Aftermath released on November 16, 2021.
What is Surviving the Aftermath's age rating?
Surviving the Aftermath carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Teen.
Surviving the Aftermath - Post-Apocalyptic Colony Builder