About Over Hazed: Zombie Survival
I downloaded Over Hazed on a whim, expecting another clunky zombie shooter, but Hour Games has created something with real depth. As someone who burns out on mobile games quickly, I was surprised to find myself planning my next play session while at work. This isn’t just about shooting zombies; it’s a genuine survival test where forgetting to stock up on clean water can end your run as quickly as a poorly timed ambush.
Features & Highlights
The open world is the star for me. I remember my first trip into the ‘Old Metro’ zone, creeping through dark tunnels with just a flashlight and a baseball bat, heart pounding as I heard groans ahead. The loot system feels rewarding—finding a rare blueprint for a better rifle after clearing an infested warehouse is a genuine thrill. I spend as much time in the building menu as I do fighting, crafting barricades for my base and modifying weapons. The co-op mode is where it truly shines; my friend and I have a dedicated “fortress” we’ve been upgrading for days, and fending off a massive nightly attack together is chaotic, hilarious, and deeply satisfying.
User Experience
My first hour was rough—I died a lot. The learning curve is real, but it feels fair. The controls took me a few sessions to master, especially switching between my melee weapon and gun during a swarm. Now, it feels second nature. I love the little moments of tension, like when I’m overloaded with resources and have to slowly sneak past a sleeping zombie horde to get back to base. The art style, with its hazy, desaturated colors, really sells the apocalyptic vibe. My biggest gripe is occasional frame rate stutter during huge 20+ zombie horde events, but it hasn’t crashed on me yet.
Pricing
The game is free, which is honestly impressive for the content. You can watch optional ads for small boosts like a temporary crafting speed increase, but I’ve never felt forced to. The in-app purchases are mostly for cosmetic skins or a premium currency to speed up some builds. I’ve had a complete experience without spending a dime, and the co-op is fully accessible. For a free game, the value is outstanding.
Updates & Support
Hour Games updates this app regularly, about once a month. Last update added a new forest biome with bear enemies (which are terrifying). I once had a bug where a quest item didn’t spawn, and I reported it through the in-game tool. I got a generic “we’re looking into it” email the next day, and the fix was in the following patch notes. They’re not the most communicative, but they are actively supporting the game.
Security & Privacy
I got it directly from the official Google Play Store. The app asks for pretty standard permissions for an online game—storage for saves and network access for co-op. Their privacy policy is a typical legalese document, stating they collect gameplay data for analytics and show personalized ads. The ads are banner-style and in the menus, not interruptive. I haven’t noticed any shady behavior or battery drain outside of normal gaming use.
