The E3 trailer for S.T.A.L.K.E.R 2: Heart Of Chernobyl was received quite well. However, the release is still some time away. MeinMMO presents an MMORPG that has good reviews on Steam and strongly resembles the post-apocalyptic shooter: This is Will To Live Online.
What are the similarities to Stalker? Like Stalker, Will To Live Online has a post-apocalyptic setting and an open world where you roam through forests and deserted ruins. Here too, the main focus is on the struggle for survival.
You will face numerous threats such as monsters, fight against hunger and thirst, and explore the game world at the same time. Like in Stalker, you pursue a proper main storyline. If you still don’t know Stalker 2: Heart of Chernobyl, you should check out the E3 trailer that strongly resembles the Metro series.
The graphic style of “Will To Live” also strongly resembles games like Stalker or Metro, even if the quality cannot compete with that of Stalker 2 or Metro Exodus. Will To Live comes from indie developer AlphaSoft LLC and has been in Early Access on Steam since 2018.
Here you can find a trailer for the game:
These are the differences to Stalker: Will To Live is an MMORPG and accordingly has some typical MMO features. For example, you will encounter other players and will have to fight them for resources.
There are also factions you can join. In addition, you choose one of 4 classes at the beginning of the game:
- Mercenary
- Miner
- Hunter
- Engineer
In contrast to Stalker 2, which will be released as a full-price title, the MMORPG is a Free2Play title, so it can be played for free. However, this was not always the case. Will To Survive switched to a F2P model only in 2019. But what is Will To Live Online really worth? We took a look at the Steam reviews for you.
Reviews of Will To Live on Steam are mostly positive
This is how the game is rated on Steam: Since its Early Access release in 2018, Will To Live has received 9,165 ratings. Of these, 6,732 are around 73% positive, while 2,437 are negative.
Overall, the MMORPG shooter is positively received by players. Nevertheless, there is also criticism. While some positively note that you do not reach the endgame very quickly, others find the game too grind-heavy.
It really depends on your expectations and demands. Here we have collected some voices for you:
- “Considering that I’ve been playing this game for 343 hours and I’m at level 30 (the maximum level is 45) and I still enjoy playing it… I will give this game a solid 8/10.” – Kausemus (via steampowered.com)
- “I’ve seen some negative comments, this is bad and that is bad and the game is bad, etc. But as a S.T.A.L.K.E.R. fan, it was my duty to try out all similar games. […] The game is great, I was addicted after 30 minutes and that rarely happens to me, the graphics are good, the mechanics are good, everything is good and it seems ‘for now’ polished! Except for the UI, that could be better. But hey, the game is Early Access, and it doesn’t even feel like it’s Early Access […]. Can’t wait to see the final version!” – Lycanaes (via steampowered.com)
- “I used to like the game. Now it is filled with cheaters and the community has become very toxic. It is an open world with PvP, I understand that. But in the past, people were happy to meet someone out there and would try to talk things out before opening fire. No more – you get sniped by cheaters with starter pistols.” – [CA]deusex2 (via steampowered.com)
- “This game was really fun for a while. It has a very unique style, even though it’s a clone of Stalker. I’ve never really played a survival game like this and it has a lot of potential, but unfortunately, that is overshadowed by its bugs.” – Cruility (via steampowered.com)
Therefore, we have identified some pros and cons for you that are frequently mentioned:
New update brings another map to explore
What has been happening in Will To Live recently? Just recently, there was a new patch that brought a number of new content to the MMOPRG.
This includes a new location called “Testing Ground” and new items for the crafting system. There are also healing grenades for all classes now and an improved clan system. Players who are already in the endgame can look forward to an increased level cap – the maximum level is now 50.
How can you join? Visit the Steam page of Will to Live and simply download the game there.
Who is Will to Live worth it for? Anyone who enjoys post-apocalyptic scenarios, wants to experience fast shooter clashes, but also loves MMORPG features, should check out the game.
Have you already tried Will To Live Online? What do you think of the survival MMORPG? Share your impressions with us.
