Platforms
- PCApr 16, 2019NAplayscore7.025 CriticsNA0 Players
- PlayStation 4Apr 16, 20197.4playscore6.930 Critics8.416.3K Players
- Xbox OneApr 16, 20197.3playscore7.123 Critics7.62.72K Players
- Nintendo SwitchNov 02, 20217.7playscore6.79 Critics9.0744 Players
62 critic reviews · 13 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
Overall, World War Z on Nintendo Switch is decent…and that’s about it. The technical aspects of this game are truly impressive and seeing the game in action is quite the feat on Switch. The overall game is mediocre. It’s your typical zombie shooter that doesn’t stray from the path of all the other zombie shooters set before it.
Jesse Taylor · Nov 22, 2021 Reviewed on SwitchRead full reviewWorld War Z is one of the better horde shooters out there right now. There’s nothing quite like mowing down hundreds upon hundreds of zombies in a single wave. However, with the DLC content not in this particular Switch version just yet, it is hard to recommend to people who may have already played it on a PC or other consoles. Still, if you can overlook this, and if you really want to experience this on-the-go, then World War Z on Switch is still worth playing.
Kyle Nicol · Nov 09, 2021 Reviewed on SwitchRead full reviewWorld War Z is an unremarkable zombie shooter that serves up a decent five-odd hours of action if you can find a few friends to play with. It's repetitive stuff; basic and unsurprising for the most part, but this Switch port is solid, managing to provide the full-fat experience without too much in the way of technical issues or other shortcomings. If you're in the mood for blazing through bland masses of zombies with a few friends in tow, this one's got you covered – just don't expect much more than that.
PJ O'Reilly · Nov 05, 2021 Reviewed on SwitchRead full reviewWorld War Z is the sleeper hit of 2019, and Saber Interactive is doing its part to keep the game alive in 2020, with the GOTY Edition collecting the game and all its premium DLC together in one package. The result is the definitive edition of one of the great co-op titles of this generation. For all its technical prowess and complex gameplay systems, World War Z succeeds because it never loses sight of one basic truth: shooting zombies with your friends is spectacular fun.
Zak Wojnar · May 26, 2020 Reviewed on PS4Read full reviewOverall, World War Z provides a decent co-op zombie experience, despite some drawbacks. The weapons lack oomph, even when powered up, but they are still decent. The class system doesn't make anyone feel too different, but much like the weapons, there aren't any terrible classes. The locale changes are nice (even if the level beats remain similar), and the inclusion of standard adversarial multiplayer modes is also welcome. It's in real need of polish as far as matchmaking basics go, but it will satisfy those who have been waiting a long time for another co-op, zombie-killing experience.
Cody Medellin · May 08, 2019 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewA surprisingly deep and fun co-op shooter, World War Z proves that killing hordes of zombies is still fun, years after the genre hit its peak.
Kyle Johnson · May 04, 2019 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewWorld War Z has many rough edges that are easy to spot, exacerbated by limited content that makes repeated playthroughs less interesting with each run. But it's also a cooperative shooter that has the space for those dynamic and ridiculous player stories to emerge in. The rush of taking down a swarm with friends is core to what makes World War Z's action work so well, and it rewards you well for the time spent on the classes and weapons you like.
Alessandro Barbosa · May 03, 2019 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewIn all things, World War Z takes ideas that I've already seen done better elsewhere, gives them an interesting little twist—and then makes that twist not matter. It treads familiar ground, but it's not as clever or fun as what's come before it.
Ian Birnbaum · May 03, 2019 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewAll in all, World War Z provides a fun zombie killing experience that should leave fans of the Left 4 Dead titles pretty happy. Mowing down waves of zombies is a blast, especially when partnered up with 3 friends. And that is all World War Z had to do. The game isnât groundbreaking in any way and surely feels like it is missing some content, however, what is there will surely give players a good time and an adrenaline rush to go along with it.
Grant Huff · Apr 30, 2019 Reviewed on XB1Read full reviewWhile it’s an unabashed Left 4 Dead clone that never extends beyond the conservative concepts and budgets that obviously constrained its development, World War Z offers up an enjoyable adventure that at times does a lot with the little it attempts. No matter whether playing the co-op campaign or competitive multiplayer, there’s enough good to the game to make the bad not feel as bad.
Mollie L Patterson · Apr 26, 2019 Reviewed on XB1Read full review
Community Reviews
When I played World War Z back when it was released, I had a mixed experience with the game. While it offered enjoyable moments, I couldn't help but feel that it was lacking in certain aspects. One major issue I encountered was the performance. There were times when the game suffered from frame rate drops and technical hiccups, which took away from the overall immersion and gameplay experience. It was disappointing to encounter these issues, especially in intense moments when precise actions and quick reflexes were crucial. However, it's important to note that despite these performance concerns, World War Z still managed to deliver some exciting gameplay. The intense swarm mechanics and the sheer number of zombies on screen created a sense of chaos and urgency, making each encounter a thrilling battle for survival. The variety of weapons and classes added depth to the gameplay, allowing for different playstyles and strategies. In terms of visuals, World War Z showcased detailed environments that captured the grim atmosphere of a world overrun by the undead. The artistry in portraying the devastated cities and the decayed landscapes was commendable, adding to the overall immersion in the game's world. When it comes to sound design, the game did a decent job. The music and sound effects effectively heightened the tension and created an atmosphere of constant danger. The screams of the infected and the explosive gunfire added to the chaotic nature of the gameplay. In terms of mechanics, World War Z provided a solid foundation for cooperative gameplay. The teamwork required to overcome the hordes of zombies was engaging, and the variety of objectives and mission types added some level of variety to the gameplay experience. However, I couldn't help but feel that the game lacked some depth and innovation in its mechanics, often resorting to repetitive gameplay loops. Overall, while World War Z had its flaws, it still managed to offer some enjoyable moments of zombie-slaying action. If you can overlook the performance issues and repetitive gameplay, there's fun to be had in mowing down hordes of the undead with friends. But for those seeking a more refined and polished experience, it might fall short of expectations.
Reviewed on PCsatisfying crowd zombie shooting experience, but boring when you play on single player.
Reviewed on PCthis game was the best but Expensive but the Game amazing tho this is better than noobs >:)
Reviewed on PCThe thing that make me love this game is the fact that it has 16 playable characters in 4 different settings (countries). You also get to unlock special videos of the characters of what they were like before the outbreak. World War Z is best played in cooperative campaign, but due to its connectivity issues, it makes it sometimes hard to enjoy. Servers disconnect easily and it's a pain to get back in the server, either you wait for your friends to finish the chapter/episode or they leave the server. But nonetheless, it is a great zombie game to drown yourself in.
Reviewed on PCi got this game for free from Epic, when it release i had my share of doubt, and yes it's true, there's no Character development, even though they have 16 different character, 4 each for 4 country such as Israel (is this a country ?? i don't know), New York, Russia and Japan, each chapter have 3 to 4 stages, with different kind of goal, what makes me keep playing it, is because there's a little kind of RPG setting for Class and Weapon, it has 6 or 7 Class, and enough weapon to upgrade, this upgrade system is what makes me want to play it over and over gameplay is average, 4 person team, set from point A to point B, a goal to every step of the journey, trying to survive from zombie horde, and yes it awesomely a lot of zombie, i only recommend this game if you have friends that is, while you can play solo, and you other team mate is AI, it just stupid AI, you gonna die a lot
Reviewed on PC
- Rated on PS4
- Rated on XB1
- Rated on PC
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About the game
World War Z is a heart-pounding four-player cooperative third-person shooter, featuring massive swarms of zombies that rush their living prey.
Featuring fast-paced gameplay and inspired by the Paramount Pictures property, World War Z explores new storylines and characters in gruesomely exciting gameplay.