ᐅ Is Tomorrow worth playing? Honest analysis of Post-Apocalyptic Survival.

If you’re a fan of survival games and, like me, you’re drawn to desolate worlds where every decision can mean the difference between life and death, then you’ve probably already heard of Tomorrow. This game, developed by Rage Quit Games, has been on the market for a few years now, but I decided to try it out in depth recently to answer a question that many people ask: is Tomorrow worth playing in 2025?

In this article I’m going to tell you my real experience, without filters or exaggerations. I’m going to tell you what I liked, what I could improve, and why I think Tomorrow has something unique to offer in a genre as saturated as the post-apocalyptic survival game. Spoiler: it’s not perfect, but it has very strong points that are worth exploring.

My first encounter with Tomorrow: an unexpected immersion

The first time I saw Tomorrow was in the Play Store, while I was looking for a survival game to get me out of the routine. I was struck by its aesthetics and the fact that the game is set in the year 2061, in a world completely devastated by nuclear war. As soon as I read that it combined open world, PvP and crafting, I knew I had to try it.

I decided to download Tomorrow directly from Google Play. The installation was quick, the game weighs about 1.2 GB, which is not at all unreasonable for a title with so many graphical elements and complex mechanics. As soon as I opened it, the first thing that grabbed me was the environment: dark, realistic and very well designed. I didn’t expect such a good visual quality in a free mobile game.

From the beginning, Tomorrow makes it clear that surviving will not be easy. The story isn’t told with lengthy cinematics, but is slowly revealed through the setting, the resources you encounter, and the threats you face. It felt more like an emergent experience than a forced narrative, and that’s something I like.

What stands out about this post-apocalyptic survival game.

What really got me hooked on the Tomorrow game was the constant feeling of being in danger. There are no 100% safe zones here. You can be exploring an abandoned building in search of resources and suddenly find another player who wants exactly the same thing… or a mutant that makes you run for your life.

Unlike other titles in the genre where PvE is almost anecdotal, here PvP is real. It’s not mandatory to fight with other players, but if you’re not prepared, they can send you to San Pedro and take what you’re carrying. That dynamic seemed brutal to me at first, but then I understood that it’s part of the experience that Tomorrow wants to offer: the constant fear of losing everything.

In terms of progression, the game gradually takes you through more difficult areas. You collect materials, upgrade your shelter, craft weapons, clothes and tools. The crafting system is quite complete for a mobile game, and it’s well balanced. You don’t have to pay to advance, although there are microtransactions, as in almost all free-to-play games.

Open world, crafting and survival: what makes it special?

One of the reasons why Tomorrow is worth playing is its focus on true survival. It’s not just about executing enemies, it’s about managing your resources, finding food, maintaining your shelter, and surviving hostile environments.

The maps are well designed and there is a good variety of biomes: destroyed urban areas, wooded areas, abandoned stations… Each place has its own difficulty level and type of enemies, which forces you to plan well before venturing out.

The crafting surprised me with its depth. You can craft everything from knives to water bottles to backpacks, protective gear and even traps. All require specific materials found by exploring or defeating enemies. It’s not an overly complex system, but it has enough to keep you hooked.

In addition, the game has a clan and alliance option. I have not yet explored this part in depth, but I have already encountered organized groups that control certain areas. Knowing that you could run into a patrol of hostile players at any time gives it a very interesting adrenaline rush.

Combat, PvP and threats

One of the things that struck me the most when I started playing the game was how intense the combat was. In Tomorrow, you don’t just have to worry about collecting resources or avoiding starvation. Here there are also constant confrontations with other players (PvP) and with mutated creatures that roam the most contaminated areas.

The battles are in real time and have a learning curve. At first I found it a bit clumsy, especially when you have to defend yourself melee, but after a few hours I got the hang of it. Using more advanced defense equipment improves the experience, although they require more resources and maintenance.

One thing I really liked is that you can use the environment to your advantage. There are places with good cover, escape routes, or areas where it’s better to avoid combat if you’re not well equipped. On more than one occasion I had to decide whether to risk my life for valuable loot or retreat to survive.

And we can’t forget to talk about mutants. These creatures appear mainly in contaminated areas, and they are much more difficult to kill than humans. Some of them have special attacks, such as poison or quick charges, and that completely changes the combat strategy. The tension they generate is real.

Actual graphics, performance and technical requirements

One of my biggest fears before downloading Tomorrow was that the game would be too demanding for my phone. But to my surprise, the performance is quite good, even on mid-range phones.

The graphics are very well done. They are not the most detailed on the market, but the post-apocalyptic atmosphere is very well set: muted colors, details in the destroyed buildings, fluid animations and a good variety of scenarios. Everything feels consistent with the game’s story.

What I do recommend is to play with headphones. The soundtrack is excellent. From the rustling of vegetation to the grunts of hidden enemies, it all adds to that feeling of actually surviving in a hostile world.

As for the battery, it is not a light game. Long sessions consume quite a lot, so if you are going to play often, it is better to do it connected to the charger. But that is to be expected in any open world game Tomorrow with online connection and good graphics.

Things I liked and areas for improvement

After many hours of play, I can clearly say what I enjoyed the most:

The best:

What can be improved:

Despite that, the overall balance is very positive. The game offers a lot of content and real challenges for fans of the genre.

Comparison with other post-apocalyptic survival games

I’ve tried several similar titles on mobile, such as Last Day on Earth, LifeAfter and Dawn of Zombies. They all have good things, but if you ask me today, Tomorrow has a stronger identity.

Unlike others that are more repetitive or very focused on farming, I found Tomorrow to be more dynamic. The threats are constant, the PvP is real (not just an add-on), and the progression is more strategic. It has that middle ground between accessibility and depth that is not easy to find.

I’m not saying it’s the best survival game on the market, but it’s one of the most complete and stable on mobile. And if you like games with adrenaline, crafting and decisions that matter, you’re probably going to enjoy it as much as I do.

Is Tomorrow worth playing?

After everything I’ve experienced inside the game, my answer is yes: Tomorrow is worth playing, especially if you’re looking for an intense, realistic, post-apocalyptic survival experience with a good variety of content.

One thing that pleasantly surprised me is that the game has no invasive ads. You only see ads if you choose to do so for rewards, such as extra resources or speeding up processes. I found that to be a very good thing, as it doesn’t break the immersion like other mobile games.

Now, not everything is perfect. Something that can be a bit frustrating is that sometimes you have to wait real time for certain materials to be built or processed, which can be a bit difficult if you plan to play for a long time without interruptions. It’s not a pay to win, but it does require some patience if you’re not going to pay for speed-ups.

On the other hand, I saw in a YouTube video that it was controller compatible, so I connected my GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro and it worked great. The response was excellent, much more comfortable than playing with touchscreen. The only thing I didn’t like was that the HUD of the touch buttons keeps appearing on screen, which can be annoying. I tried to disable it, but couldn’t find a way to do so from the game settings.

Even with these details, it is not a casual game. Here you don’t just go in for five minutes and that’s it. It’s an experience that demands attention, strategy and patience. But if you like that kind of challenge, Tomorrow will get you hooked.

Do I recommend it? Totally. Whether you want to explore alone, form alliances, fight in PvP or simply survive a hostile world, Tomorrow has a lot to offer you.

And if you haven’t tried it yet, you can download Tomorrow for free from the official store. I did it out of curiosity and ended up staying for hours. Who knows, maybe you will too.