- #1 Will To Live Online
97% matchMixed69% of 18,314 reviews2018
Dev: AlphaSoft LLC
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 34.9 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Will To Live is a MMORPG-shooter whose action takes place in a severe post-apocalyptic world. Explore the world, engage in fights with mutants and other survivors, join the clans in the struggle for existence and prove your right to Live.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 36.1%, Survival 14.4%, Post-apocalyptic 14.1%, Open World 10.5%, RPG 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: This is the closest experience to Anomaly Zone, offering a hardcore post-apocalyptic MMORPG set in a dangerous, radiation-filled world.
- #2 Stay Out
96% matchMixed69% of 30,616 reviews2019
Dev: MOBITECH LLC
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 19.0 hrs≥1hr: 36%
Stay Out - is a MMORPG with shooter elements, based on spirit of “stalking” - an urban exploration, searching and exploring mysterious, abandoned and forgotten by humanity pieces of our planet.
Why similar: Survival 20.5%, Post-apocalyptic 18.3%, Open World 14.6%, RPG 14.3%, Multiplayer 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: It features a very similar Stalker-inspired atmosphere with anomalous zones, artifact hunting, and intense survival mechanics.
- #3 STALZONE
96% matchMostly Positive73% of 102,050 reviews2022
Dev: EXBO
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 98.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
STALZONE is the extraction shooter where you don't have to start over — and the only one with a world worth belonging to. You are invited to explore the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone twisted by anomalies and divided between rival factions whose territories shape the danger around you
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 53.3%, Multiplayer 13.8%, RPG 12.9%, Shooter 11.4%, Action 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A direct thematic successor that focuses on the same blend of open-world exploration, shooter mechanics, and MMO progression.
- #4 DayZ
95% matchMostly Positive78% of 464,547 reviews2018
Dev: Bohemia Interactive
Windows
Median: 39.6 hrsMean: 277.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%
How long can you survive a post-apocalyptic world? A land overrun with an infected "zombie" population, where you compete with other survivors for limited resources. Will you team up with strangers and stay strong together? Or play as a lone wolf to avoid betrayal? This is DayZ – this is your story.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 27.6%, Survival 17.7%, Zombies 14.4%, Post-apocalyptic 10.2%, Online Co-Op 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive open-world survival experience that mirrors the high-stakes tension and player interaction found in Anomaly Zone.
- #5 Deadside
94% matchMostly Positive76% of 40,400 reviews2024
Dev: Bad Pixel
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 44.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
An Open World Survival Shooter blending hardcore PVP and PVE action. Secure precious loot in safe zones or build your own fortress in the wild. With intense gunfights, stunning visuals, and performance smooth enough for any system, the challenge awaits!
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 26.4%, Survival 22.7%, Post-apocalyptic 16.8%, Open World 12.8%, Multiplayer 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: A hardcore survival shooter that focuses on gritty gunplay and large-scale map exploration without the supernatural elements.
- #6 SCUM
93% matchMostly Positive74% of 125,269 reviews2025
Dev: Gamepires
Windows
Median: 11.9 hrsMean: 103.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Welcome to SCUM, a ruthless open-world survival game where deep character customization defines the prisoner you become. Loot, craft, hunt, build, and fight to outlast a hostile island where every choice can change your fate. Stay alive. Stay dangerous. Become harder to kill.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 34.1%, Survival 13.9%, Zombies 13.8%, Violent 9.7%, Open World 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Offers deep, realistic survival mechanics and a massive open world that rewards careful planning and tactical combat.
- #7 Infestation: The New Z
94% matchMixed54% of 33,897 reviews2016
Dev: Fredaikis ABPub: OP Productions LLC
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 28.5 hrs≥1hr: 59%
The New Z is a FREE TO PLAY multi-game mode experience. SURVIVE with friends and gather loot, stash and trade. Go into wars against other groups in a massive OPEN WORLD or face them 5 v 5 in COMPETITIVE.
Why similar: Zombies 27.3%, Massively Multiplayer 23.6%, Survival 18.2%, Open World 10.9%, Multiplayer 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A long-standing zombie survival MMO that focuses on fast-paced PvP and looting in an open environment.
- #8 7 Days to Die
89% matchVery Positive87% of 402,373 reviews2024
Dev: The Fun PimpsPub: The Fun Pimps Entertainment LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 17.0 hrsMean: 109.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
7 Days to Die is an open-world game that is a unique combination of first-person shooter, survival horror, tower defense, and role-playing games. Play the definitive zombie survival sandbox RPG that came first. Navezgane awaits!
Why similar: Survival 26%, Zombies 24.1%, Post-apocalyptic 13.9%, Open World 12.5%, Online Co-Op 11%
Why You'll Like It: Combines voxel-based building with intense zombie survival and exploration, perfect for those who enjoy the PvE aspect of the Zone.
- #9 Fallen Earth Classic
92% matchMixed60% of 7,560 reviews2012
Dev: Little Orbit
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 30.5 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Fallen Earth Classic is a free-to-play massively multiplayer online role-playing game developed by Reloaded Productions and operated by Little Orbit. The game takes place in a post-apocalyptic wasteland located around the American Grand Canyon.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 24.2%, Survival 18.8%, Zombies 14.6%, Post-apocalyptic 13.1%, Open World 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic post-apocalyptic MMORPG that emphasizes crafting, faction warfare, and exploration in a desolate wasteland.
- #10 Undawn
91% matchMixed54% of 6,593 reviews2023
Dev: Lightspeed StudiosPub: Level Infinite
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 40.9 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Explore, adapt, and survive in Undawn, a free-to-play open-world survival RPG for mobile and PC developed by LightSpeed Studios and published by Level Infinite. Embark on an adventure with other survivors four years after a worldwide disaster where hordes of infected roam a shattered world.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 36%, Survival 14.7%, Post-apocalyptic 11.4%, Open World 10.8%, RPG 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A modern survival MMORPG that features large-scale PvE encounters and base building in a zombie-infested world.
- #11 Miscreated
90% matchMixed66% of 31,585 reviews2018
Dev: Entrada Interactive LLC
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 38.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Miscreated is a multiplayer online hardcore survival game set in a post-apocalyptic future. You will need to survive against mutants, players, and even mother nature herself.
Why similar: Survival 24.4%, Massively Multiplayer 22.2%, Zombies 19.6%, Open World 13%, Post-apocalyptic 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A post-apocalyptic survival game that captures the same sense of isolation and environmental danger in a ruined world.
- #12 Rust
88% matchVery Positive87% of 1,378,603 reviews2018
Dev: Facepunch Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 52.5 hrsMean: 424.5 hrs≥1hr: 96%
The only aim in Rust is to survive. Everything wants you to die - the island’s wildlife, other inhabitants, the environment, and other survivors. Do whatever it takes to last another night.
Why similar: Survival 45.5%, Open World 19.1%, Multiplayer 12.7%, Online Co-Op 6.7%, Post-apocalyptic 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: Provides the ultimate sandbox survival experience where player-versus-player conflict and resource management are paramount.
- #13 Dead Maze
89% matchMostly Positive75% of 4,803 reviews2018
Dev: Atelier 801
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Dead Maze is a 2D MMO game set in a destroyed contemporary world, filled with zombies. Explore the world, scavenge and craft as many items as possible, to survive the hostile environment and upgrade your gear and camp as you go.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 33%, Zombies 21.8%, Survival 19.3%, Open World 7.4%, Multiplayer 6%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D isometric MMO that focuses on cooperative survival and resource gathering in a world overrun by the undead.
- #14 Unturned
86% matchVery Positive91% of 563,787 reviews2017
Dev: Smartly Dressed Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 72.4 hrs≥1hr: 76%
You're a survivor in the zombie infested ruins of society, and must work with your friends and forge alliances to remain among the living.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 31.3%, Zombies 16.4%, Survival 14.3%, Post-apocalyptic 11.4%, Open World 9%
Why You'll Like It: While stylized, it offers a surprisingly deep survival and zombie-fighting experience that supports massive multiplayer servers.
- #15 Wild Terra Online
87% matchMixed60% of 1,842 reviews2017
Dev: Juvty Worlds
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Wild Terra Online is a sandbox RPG, in a completely player-controlled medieval world. You will have to survive in a forest full of predators, build a shelter and improve your crafts skills, tame animals and fight for treasures. You can become anyone and do whatever you want!
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 48.2%, Survival 16.9%, RPG 13.3%, Open World 11.2%, Multiplayer 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: A sandbox survival MMORPG that emphasizes crafting and building in a harsh, unforgiving open world.
- #16 Vigor
84% matchMixed46% of 7,873 reviews2024
Dev: Bohemia Interactive
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Outlive the apocalypse! Dive into intense Encounters and extract the most valuable spoils the Outlands have to offer! Loot, shoot, and build to become the absolute Outlander and explore the landscape of a post-war Norway in Vigor, a free-to-play looter shooter.
Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 43.3%, Multiplayer 23.8%, Shooter 19.1%, Action 13.8%
Why You'll Like It: A looter-shooter that captures the tension of entering dangerous zones to extract valuable resources before other players find you.
- #17 Project Zomboid
82% matchVery Positive94% of 458,026 reviews2013
Dev: The Indie Stone
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 15.0 hrsMean: 84.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Project Zomboid is the ultimate in zombie survival. Alone or in MP: you loot, build, craft, fight, farm and fish in a struggle to survive. A hardcore RPG skillset, a vast map, massively customisable sandbox and a cute tutorial raccoon await the unwary. So how will you die? All it takes is a bite..
Why similar: Zombies 29.6%, Survival 29.4%, Open World 13.9%, Post-apocalyptic 11.4%, Multiplayer 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: The most detailed zombie survival simulation available, offering a level of depth in mechanics that appeals to hardcore survivalists.
- #18 Anarchy: Wolf's law : Prologue
81% matchMostly Positive76% of 627 reviews2021
Dev: Anarchy GamesPub: Street's Game
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Anarchy: Wolf's Law – Action, fun, and total control! Capture territories, grow your business, and spread chaos throughout the world of Anarchy. Strengthen your grip on the regions, develop and establish production, crushing all those who stand in your way. A dynamic shooter with elements of RPG, survival, and management.
Why similar: Zombies 27.3%, Survival 21.4%, Post-apocalyptic 14.4%, Open World 10.5%, Multiplayer 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A realistic survival game that focuses on the gritty reality of living in a post-apocalyptic world.
- #19 Lifeless
82% matchMostly Negative38% of 554 reviews2016
Dev: Desync Donkeys
Windows
Immerse yourself in the post-apocalyptic co-op world of Lifeless, where base building and crafting are key. Collect weapons, gear, and food as you embark on thrilling missions to level up in a vast open world. But stay alert—relentless zombies lurk around every corner!
Why similar: Zombies 27.2%, Massively Multiplayer 19.9%, Survival 18.3%, Violent 13%, Action 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A survival game that pits players against both the infected and other survivors in a desperate fight for resources.
- #20 WARMODE
80% matchMixed62% of 16,454 reviews2019
Dev: Novalink
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Free to play shooter about the confrontation of two irreconcilable sides, represented by the government military housings and the armed hirelings. Try your hand at virtual battles with off-scale dynamics and hurricane gameplay in the spirit of the classical shooters.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 26.8%, Multiplayer 17.6%, Shooter 15.6%, Zombies 12.7%, Action 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A simple, free-to-play shooter that captures the combat-heavy side of the multiplayer experience found in the Zone.
- #21 Past Fate
78% matchMixed47% of 101 reviews2026
Dev: Icy North Games
Windows
Past Fate is an open world MMORPG set in medieval fantasy world where the players freedom is the key element. Choose what you will become and explore the vast world and its continents for hidden secrets and mysteries. What is your fate?
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 61.1%, RPG 17.2%, Action 8.4%, Violent 5.2%, Indie 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world MMORPG that emphasizes player-driven exploration and survival in a fantasy-tinged post-apocalyptic setting.
- #22 Mortal Online 2
79% matchMixed60% of 13,710 reviews2022
Dev: Star Vault AB
Windows
Median: 14.0 hrsMean: 145.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Step into Nave, a vast fantasy sandbox world with a player-driven economy, persistent housing, and deep crafting systems. Engage in first-person, full-loot PvP combat with other players and perilous foes. Build, explore, and conquer in an unforgiving world. The land is yours—who will you become?
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 41.2%, Survival 18.4%, Open World 17.3%, RPG 15.8%, Multiplayer 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A hardcore sandbox MMORPG that features full-loot PvP and a massive world where survival is a constant struggle.
- #23 Mahlone One
81% matchMixed49% of 158 reviews2018
Dev: VM World Studio
Windows
Malhone game fps coop
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 71.1%, Zombies 15.5%, Survival 13.5%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward survival MMO that centers on the core loop of scavenging and defending against zombie threats.
- #24 HVOR
79% matchMixed61% of 61 reviews2020
Dev: OFFMONREALPub: OFFMONREAL GAMES
Windows · Mac · Linux
HVOR - a dynamic top-down shooter, which takes place in the world,affected by an unknown infection.Kill the infected - and try not to join him.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 44.4%, Zombies 20.8%, Violent 18.2%, Action 9.4%, Indie 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: An indie survival title that emphasizes atmospheric exploration and the dangers of a hostile, ruined world.
- #25 DARKEST DAYS
76% matchMixed49% of 5,018 reviews2025
Dev: NHN
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 41%
DARKEST DAYS is a zombie shooting RPG set in a post-apocalyptic world devastated by a sudden zombie outbreak. Explore a dark yet captivating open world, build a sanctuary with fellow survivors, grow stronger, and fight for survival.
Why similar: Zombies 20.8%, Survival 16.3%, Post-apocalyptic 12.9%, Open World 12.4%, RPG 10.3%
- #26 Z1 Battle Royale
78% matchMixed56% of 203,316 reviews2018
Dev: Daybreak Game Company
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 79.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Z1 Battle Royale is a Free to Play, fast-paced, action arcade, competitive Battle Royale. Staying true to its "King of the Kill" roots, the game has been revamped and restored to the classic feel, look, and gameplay everyone fell in love with. Play solo, duos, or fives and be the last ones standing.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 36.2%, Survival 25.1%, Open World 9.3%, Zombies 8.3%, Multiplayer 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the high-intensity, shrinking-zone combat that mirrors the PvP battles found in Anomaly Zone.
- #27 Sunrise: survival
77% matchMixed48% of 530 reviews2017
Dev: Fedorov Ilya & Andrew Konovalov
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 34.3 hrs≥1hr: 46%
"Sunrise" - an online shooter with elements of survival from the first person. Your task is to survive in the harsh conditions of the post-apocalyptic world. Explore new regions, team up with other players in groups, survive with them and create your own rules of survival!
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 31.6%, Survival 21%, RPG 10.2%, Post-apocalyptic 9.6%, Action 6.8%
- #28 Anomaly Zone Renovation
72% matchMixed45% of 220 reviews2026
Dev: MALSER LLC
Windows
A-Zone Renovation is a continuation of the legendary Zone, combining the classic stalker atmosphere with revised mechanics. A large-scale rebalancing, from weapons to economy, a new role-playing system, an improved interface, PvE and PvP activities - the Zone is ready to grow with its community.
Why similar: Zombies 25%, RPG 22.6%, Open World 15.7%, Post-apocalyptic 15.4%, Shooter 10.7%
- #29 Infestation: Battle Royale
76% matchMixed48% of 341 reviews2020
Dev: Fredaikis ABPub: OP Productions LLC
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 34%
Infestation: Battle Royale is a free-to-play, zombie-infested Battle Royale game. Fight in groups of 3 or solo until only one team remains standing. Discover a wide selection of maps, guns and customizations. Join in and let the good memories come back in this massively revamped all-time classic!
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 57.5%, Zombies 14.7%, Survival 11.5%, Action 7.6%, RPG 4.7%
- #30 UFO Online: Invasion
75% matchMixed59% of 619 reviews2016
Dev: Bad Pixel
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 53%
UFO Online: Invasion is a turn-based tactical combat MMORPG set in the post-apocalyptic world
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 55.2%, RPG 14.7%, Open World 9.6%, Multiplayer 5.6%, Survival 4.3%
- #31 Hanz Puppetguns
74% matchMixed61% of 104 reviews2018
Dev: DimleTeam
Windows
HANZ Puppetguns is a multiplayer top-down shooter in the setting of a puppetpocalypse. Look for the best weapons, avoid meeting zombie-wolves, act unexpectedly! Become the most plush player! Every man for himself!
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 67.9%, Survival 13.8%, Action 8.8%, Shooter 4.8%, Indie 4.7%
- #32 Infestation: The New Beginning
75% matchMixed42% of 25,431 reviews
Dev: Fredaikis ABPub: OP Productions LLC
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 57.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Infestation is a Survival Horror MMO that immerses players in a zombie-infested, post-apocalyptic world in which a viral outbreak has decimated the human population leaving in its wake, a nightmare of epic proportion.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 33.7%, Zombies 26.9%, Survival 16.2%, Open World 7.1%, RPG 4.1%
- #33 Mortal Online
73% matchMixed52% of 2,959 reviews2015
Dev: Star Vault AB
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 20.9 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Mortal Online is a first-person medieval fantasy MMORPG, set in a huge, open, unforgiving world. Choose your race, choose your playstyle, choose a profession, choose where to place your loyalties - if you have any...
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 49.2%, Open World 14.5%, Survival 13.2%, RPG 9.4%, Multiplayer 4.6%
- #34 Once Human
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 177,968 reviews2024
Dev: Starry Studio
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 51.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Once Human is a multiplayer open-world survival game set in a strange, post-apocalyptic future. Unite with friends to fight monstrous enemies, uncover secret plots, compete for resources, and build your own territory. Once, you were merely human. Now, you have the power to remake the world.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 33.1%, Survival 14.8%, Post-apocalyptic 12.3%, Open World 9.6%, Online Co-Op 9.5%
- #35 Next Day: Survival
72% matchMixed62% of 10,257 reviews2018
Dev: SOFF GamesPub: Last Level
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Next Day is a multi-player SURVIVAL game with elements of RPG, in an imaginary country in Eastern Europe. Carry out an array of tasks, learn skills, and develop your character. Have shootouts with opponents and earn a reputation.
Why similar: Survival 34.3%, Open World 19.2%, Post-apocalyptic 18.8%, Multiplayer 10.5%, RPG 7%
- #36 XERA: Survival
70% matchMixed66% of 7,928 reviews2021
Dev: Spotted Kiwi Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 24.9 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Action-focused, open world survival shooter, PvPvE against fellow mercenaries and lethal XOIDS. Raid for resources alone or with team-mates, build and defend your base, stash your gear and survive against the odds. You are the hunters. You are the hunted. And the robots never sleep…
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 34%, Survival 20.1%, Post-apocalyptic 14.6%, Open World 11.8%, Multiplayer 9.1%
- #37 Lost Light
70% matchMixed55% of 27,982 reviews2022
Dev: NetEase Games
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 21.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Join the "Firefly" task force and unveil the sinister plot behind the exclusion zone in the world of Lost Light. You could either scavenge for supplies or go out with guns blazing and plunder. Survive the brutal domain where danger lurks in every corner!
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 32.5%, Survival 24.7%, Shooter 11.3%, Multiplayer 11.1%, Open World 8.7%
- #38 Z1 Battle Royale: Test Server
73% matchMixed52% of 2,568 reviews2016
Dev: Daybreak Game Company
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 21.0 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Z1 Battle Royale is a Free to Play, fast-paced, action arcade, competitive Battle Royale. Staying true to its "King of the Kill" roots, the game has been revamped and restored to the classic feel, look, and gameplay everyone fell in love with. Play solo, duos, or fives and be the last ones standing.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 60.2%, Survival 14.5%, Zombies 9.5%, Open World 5.2%, Multiplayer 4.3%
- #39 Deuterium Wars
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 602 reviews2019
Dev: Disquire
Windows
Deuterium Wars is a rapid 2D shooter. Create your own aircraft and plunge into heated battle with other players. What awaits you: an extensive role-playing system, craft, trading, and much more on a single server for all platforms.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 48.2%, RPG 11.1%, Multiplayer 7.6%, Survival 7.4%, Action 7%
- #40 Anarchy Online
71% matchVery Positive83% of 284 reviews2017
Dev: Funcom
Windows
Anarchy Online – the first ever science fiction MMO – is now on Steam! Compete and cooperate with thousands of players simultaneously on a vast, alien world. Join humanity nearly 30,000 years in the future in a world of perpetual conflict and scientific marvel.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 65.4%, RPG 17.1%, Open World 9%, Action 4.8%, Multiplayer 3.7%
- #41 Dead Frontier 2
69% matchMixed70% of 28,211 reviews2019
Dev: Creaky Corpse Ltd
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Survival horror MMO. As one of the few survivors of the outbreak, you must scratch a living out of the decaying ruins of society. Scavenge for supplies, improve your skills, and trade with other players. All the while, keeping your eyes peeled for the infected lurking around every corner.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 26.9%, Zombies 19%, Survival 13.2%, Online Co-Op 10.1%, Violent 9.5%
- #42 PIONER
65% matchMixed62% of 3,555 reviews2025
Dev: GFAGAMES
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
PIONER drops players into a vast, grim world, where survival hinges on exploration, crafting, and smart resource management. As an MMO FPS, it offers both PvE missions and intense PvP zones, with unique crafting mechanics, hundreds of weapons and a deep story to explore.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 34.7%, Survival 15%, Post-apocalyptic 13.8%, Open World 10.9%, RPG 9.6%
- #43 MISERY
62% matchVery Positive84% of 24,347 reviews2025
Dev: Platypus EntertainmentPub: Ytopia
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
MISERY is a 1–10 player co-op survival game set in a nuclear disaster zone. Here, every day is a struggle: search radioactive ruins for resources, build your bunker, craft weapons, and explore a weird, procedurally-generated world with your friends. Beware of anomalies, monsters, and armed bandits.
Why similar: Survival 27%, Post-apocalyptic 21.9%, Online Co-Op 17.9%, Open World 15.3%, Multiplayer 10.6%
- #44 Dead District: Survival
67% matchMixed47% of 478 reviews2023
Dev: BadBit Games
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Open-world survival sandbox with base-building, crafting, farming and multiplayer. Explore a dangerous island, fight, build and stay alive.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 37.7%, Survival 15.5%, Zombies 12.3%, Post-apocalyptic 9.6%, Open World 7.1%
- #45 Madness Cubed
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,294 reviews2016
Dev: epic dreamsPub: diman production
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Online shooter with a variety of game modes and a huge arsenal of weapons. Fight with other players, or team up with them to defeat hordes of zombies and mutants!
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 55.5%, Zombies 16.9%, Action 11.4%, Multiplayer 6%, Shooter 5.6%
- #46 Z.O.N.A: Origin
62% matchVery Positive84% of 553 reviews2025
Dev: AGaming+
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Z.O.N.A: Origin is an immersive adventure in a harsh post-apocalyptic world. Dive into a captivating story, explore a stunning open world, avoid dangerous anomalies, and hunt for powerful artifacts. Every choice you make can be decisive in this unpredictable world.
Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 24.8%, Open World 20.3%, RPG 18.3%, Survival 14.8%, Shooter 12.1%
- #47 SURVIVAL: Postapocalypse Now
66% matchMixed56% of 8,877 reviews2019
Dev: TB Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Want to survive? - Arm yourself and survive. Crafting, shooting, transport and much more awaits you in the Survival game. What happened to the world around and why he died - you may find out. But is this the main question now?
Why similar: Survival 28.1%, Massively Multiplayer 19.7%, Post-apocalyptic 13.9%, Open World 13.1%, Zombies 10.1%