It's... quite disappointing. The concept is intriguing, but the execution leaves much to be desired. The main character's decisions often seem illogical, making him appear less intelligent than one would expect. This issue is a common pitfall in many Chinese novels, but this particular story exacerbates the problem. For instance, he recklessly confronts armed men to save some women, thereby earning the enmity of the most powerful group in the area.
Another significant flaw is the unrealistic portrayal of technology. Despite the widespread chaos and disasters, electricity and the internet inexplicably continue to function. The author explains that the world's downfall was triggered by the discovery of a spaceship on the moon, which they tampered with, leading to an apocalypse. However, this explanation feels contrived and poorly integrated into the narrative.
The intelligence of the characters in this novel is generally subpar, especially for supposed survivors. The limitations placed on the main character’s primary power do little to enhance the story. Early on, he acquires a werewolf zombie, but it dies due to his impulsive actions to save women. He then obtains a bearman zombie, which meets a similar fate.
This novel is a hard pass. Even if it weren’t a dual-world story, it might still struggle, but the dual-world aspect only compounds the issues without adding substantial value to the plot.
