No More Room in Hell 2: A Nightmare Update
The zombie survival shooter, No More Room in Hell 2, staggered its way onto Steam early access last year, only to be met with a less than enthusiastic response from players. With a ‘Mostly Negative’ rating on Steam, the game was criticized for various issues, including bugs, performance issues, and an overall feeling of being unfinished. However, developer Torn Banner has been hard at work since the game’s release, and their latest update, known as the ‘Nightmare’ update, promises to be the biggest one yet.
One of the main features of this update is the introduction of weapon attachments, allowing players to customize their guns with sights, flashlights, and silencers. In a game where noise can be just as dangerous as the undead, these attachments could prove to be a game-changer. While the absence of magnifying scopes may disappoint some players, Torn Banner has assured fans that they will be included in a future update, along with more attachment options.
The Power Plant level has also received an overhaul, with a new ending scenario that involves repairing infrastructure around the plant instead of simply restarting the generator. Additionally, a new beginning scenario requires players to find radios to access the plant, adding a new layer of complexity and replayability to the map.
The update also includes adjustments to the Nightmare difficulty, with new modifiers and a hardcore UI that removes objective markers and interaction cues. Players who manage to survive this challenging mode will earn ‘Nightmare Prestige Points’, allowing them to show off their achievements.
Other additions in the update include a new two-handed melee weapon, the shovel, new jump scares in various locations, and infection audio hallucinations to add to the horror of the game. A long list of bug fixes has also been implemented, addressing visual and audio glitches, UI problems, loading times, and zombie behaviors.
Despite these improvements, concerns about the game’s quality and player count still linger. With only 111 players online at the time of writing, compared to a peak of 1,998, it’s clear that No More Room in Hell 2 is struggling to maintain a strong player base. The game’s departure from the original 2012 mod has also divided players, with some feeling that it falls short of expectations.
In conclusion, the ‘Nightmare’ update for No More Room in Hell 2 shows promise in addressing some of the game’s issues and adding new content for players to enjoy. However, the game’s future remains uncertain, and unless significant improvements are made, it may struggle to retain its player base in the long run. Only time will tell if No More Room in Hell 2 can rise from the dead and reclaim its former glory.