60 Seconds! vs This War of Mine
60 Seconds!
60 Seconds! is a game that offers a fun satirical take on the far-too-unrealistic post-apocalypse survival management genre by making it as hilarious as possible. In this game, you will play as Ted, an average suburban family guy who has just a single minute to dash through his home to pick up as much stuff as he can, including his family members, before diving into the underground bunker he has built in his house. From there, you'll then need to help him and his family survive the day-to-day by making difficult decisions like who to send out to scavenge food, and who should get the most rations. Of course, there's the mutant cockroach infestation that you'll have to deal with...If you love dark comedy and post-apocalyptic games, 60 Seconds! is definitely a game you'll want to play. It's as funny as it is challenging.
This War of Mine
This War of Mine is an indie, 2D survival management game that, unlike most games in its genre, is set not in a post-apocalyptic world but in a war-torn country. Despite being war-themed, the game doesn't cast you into the role of the brave soldier but of the average citizen trying to make the best of the situation and to survive long enough until the war breaks (if it ever).Due to this twist of perspective, along with the fact that every decision and action you make has consequences, both mentally and physically, on the character who did the deed as well as the team, the game ended up having a very tragic undertone and atmosphere throughout its gameplay. After all, you do have to make some difficult decisions in an effort to keep your people alive. From time to time, special events may also pop up and you will need to make a decision to be involved or to stay out of it.
Survival is also another important aspect of the game, and as such, you will need to scavenge for supplies and ensure that your people are well-fed and watered. Materials, tools, and items you gathered over your trips outdoors can be used to craft something else or be sold for some extra cash. During wartime, people are naturally more cautious and for some, more aggressive. It's wise to be careful whenever you encounter other "people" (they are NPCs), especially armed ones, lest your character get slain and your team stumbles straight into depression.
This War of Mine made headlights and game history with its challenging gameplay and of course, its brutally-honest look at the true victims of war. If you think your heart is ready to go through a rollercoaster of emotions, most of which are of the "sad" sort, then, you simply must give this game a try.