Games Like Zombie Kill of the Week - Reborn

A toxic waste spill finds its way into the water supply, causing the recently deceased to rise from their graves. Now it's up to you to blast your way through the hordes of undead if you're going to escape the city. On the way to your rescue, you'll search stores and houses for supplies, and trade with other survivors.

Why similar: Zombies 67.9%, Action 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Indie 5.7%, 2D 5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic 2D side-scrolling shooter that perfectly captures the gritty, pixelated zombie survival aesthetic.

Can you survive the horror? … a retro-style survival horror game developed by the two-man indie team of Gonzossm and Iggy Zuk. Survive 30 days and nights in a zombie-infested world by recruiting companions, upgrading weaponry and fortifying your position.

Why similar: Zombies 64.2%, Action 17.6%, Indie 9.7%, 2D 5.8%, Platformer 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on 2D side-scrolling survival where you must defend your position against waves of zombies.

Fight to survive on a mysterious alien planet, outwit its vicious inhabitants, and do whatever it takes to find a way off that wretched rock.

Why similar: Zombies 57.6%, Action 14%, 2D 11.4%, Platformer 10%, Indie 7%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based 2D action game that offers intense side-scrolling combat against hordes of undead enemies.

Nation Red is an ultra fast infinite play arena-based shooter providing an exceptional close-quarter battlefield experience. Fight thousands of zombie mutants and their bosses in frantic bloody gameplay while earning close to 100 perks. Fight in Barricade, Survival or Free Play mode.

Why similar: Zombies 79.1%, Action 12.1%, Indie 5.1%, Multiplayer 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down shooter that delivers the same frantic, wave-based zombie survival intensity found in the seed game.

Rescue hostages, disarm bombs and save the day in this old school, side-scroller action game with retro graphics and retro sensibilities. Online and Couch Coop Included.

Why similar: Zombies 51.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Action 11.8%, 2D 9.5%, Multiplayer 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D side-scrolling shooter that emphasizes tactical movement and clearing rooms of enemies.

“Probably the best downloadable title on the market right now.” 9/10 – Eurogamer.se

Why similar: Zombies 68.9%, Platformer 13.7%, Action 8.7%, Indie 5.1%, 2D 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A cinematic 2D platformer that focuses on survival and evasion in a post-apocalyptic zombie world.

Strike Force Heroes is an oldschool arena shooter rebuilt with modern mechanics with full co-operative and PvP online multiplayer. It melds over the top action with epic story-telling in this intense remake of the hit Flash game.

Why similar: Action 34.4%, Multiplayer 26.8%, 2D 26.7%, Indie 12%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D side-scrolling shooter that features arena-based combat and character progression similar to survival shooters.

Super Cyborg is an old school non-stop hardcore run'n'gun action game! You are an elite battle cyborg who is sent in to investigate a series of anomalies on a mysterious island. The merciless alien known as the 'Xirxul life form' has been awakened by unwitting scientists and now: all humanity is in danger!

Why similar: Action 34.2%, Platformer 18.3%, Indie 17.3%, 2D 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%

Why You'll Like It: A hardcore 2D run-and-gun shooter that demands precision and quick reactions against endless waves of enemies.

The followup to 2009's Dead Samurai, The Dishwasher: Vampire Smile is a combo-fueled, fast-paced, stylistic 2D action platformer that features the series' staple gritty, graphic novel-inspired art style, built on a new engine that allows for an even more visually gruesome experience.

Why similar: Action 53.2%, Indie 26.9%, 2D 19.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features incredibly fast-paced 2D side-scrolling action with a heavy emphasis on visceral combat.

Bleed 2 is a relentless arcade action game featuring air-dodging, bullet-reflecting, and tons of bosses. Now with randomly-generated levels and daily challenges, too!

Why similar: Action 38%, Indie 19.9%, Platformer 18.3%, 2D 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style 2D shooter that prioritizes speed, reflexes, and intense boss encounters.

Purge the undead! Intense action-shooter with deep rpg elements, including upgradeable guns and armor, unique class skills, and class special abilities. Entire game can be played single player or as a 4-player online co-op game, including PvP events like Last Man Standing.

Why similar: Zombies 71.6%, Multiplayer 13.7%, Action 8.9%, 2D 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down shooter that focuses on cooperative play and upgrading gear to survive zombie infestations.

Darkness is coming. How long can YOU survive? Build your base by day, defend it by night. Play in online or local co-op. Stay alive as long as you can.

Why similar: Zombies 96.3%, Multiplayer 1.8%, Action 1.3%, Indie 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down survival game that emphasizes building defenses and surviving waves of zombies.

Just choose a character to the liking, get experience to develop skills, earn money and spend it at weapons, medications and useful devices. All of this will be used against thousands of enemies. The zombies fill the game screen, never letting you rest, even for a minute.

Why similar: Zombies 76.4%, Action 16.2%, Indie 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic action-heavy zombie shooter that focuses on overwhelming odds and massive kill counts.

Dead Effect 2 is the newest addition to the acclaimed Dead Effect franchise. This action sci-fi shooter is looking to push the boundaries of first-person shooters to new levels with slick graphics, rich narrative and RPG elements.

Why similar: Zombies 67.4%, Action 15.4%, Multiplayer 10.4%, Indie 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: While an FPS, it captures the same intense, gore-filled zombie survival atmosphere and progression systems.

You like top-down-shooter with a film-noir singleplayer campaign, challenging fights against zombies and monsters, gory splatter effects and destructible level environments? Fight your way through an apocalyptic city in the single player story mode, and test your skills in the survival mode.

Why similar: Zombies 74.9%, Action 16.3%, Indie 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down shooter that features similar gore-filled combat and arcade-style survival gameplay.

Craft your arsenal to avenge your fallen comrades and save the world from the fearsome forces of CLAW!

Why similar: Action 26.1%, Platformer 21.9%, 2D 19.3%, Pixel Graphics 19.2%, Indie 13.5%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D side-scrolling shooter with deep customization and intense combat mechanics.

Over 9000 Zombies! is top-down arcade action blown out of all reasonable proportions. An endless horde of zombies is coming your way, how long can you survive?

Why similar: Zombies 60.7%, Multiplayer 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Action 8.8%, 2D 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A twin-stick shooter that focuses on massive hordes and frantic survival mechanics.

Risk of Rain is an action platformer with roguelike elements. With permanent death as a primary feature, players will have to play their best to get as far as possible. Fight on a mysterious planet with randomly spawning enemies and bosses, either alone or with 3 friends in online co-op.

Why similar: Platformer 24.9%, Action 21%, Pixel Graphics 18.7%, Indie 14.4%, 2D 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D platformer that utilizes wave-based survival mechanics and increasing difficulty to create a compelling gameplay loop.

Broforce is an action-packed side-scrolling run ‘n’ gun ode to freedom, putting you in control of an under-funded, overpowered paramilitary organization dealing exclusively in excessive force.

Why similar: Action 22.9%, Pixel Graphics 18.4%, Platformer 17.7%, Multiplayer 16.7%, 2D 16%

Why You'll Like It: A chaotic and explosive 2D side-scrolling action game that shares the high-energy feel of arcade shooters.

"Infectonator : Survivors" is a Randomized Permadeath Survival Simulator that combines RTS, Tower Defense, Roguelike, and Management-Simulation gameplay. The goal is to lead a group of survivors in a struggle to stay alive and find rescue in a zombie apocalyptic world.

Why similar: Zombies 71.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Action 7.7%, Indie 6.8%, 2D 2%

Why You'll Like It: A strategy-focused survival game that forces players to manage resources while fighting off zombie hordes.

Zombie Party is a retro rampage of fun and over-the-top action, while still giving the players a deep and engaging Action-RPG Rogue-like experience! Go on a time traveling adventure, or delve deep into procedural dungeons full of gold, loot, and secrets!

Why similar: Zombies 53.2%, Action 20.3%, Indie 10%, Multiplayer 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 6%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that features chaotic zombie-themed combat and diverse character abilities.

One of the highest rated Xbox Indie Games is now available for PC! How long can you survive in this online co-op wave based shooter? Featuring 35 characters, over 100 weapons, 30 stat-boosting hats, and 6 levels, Zombie Estate 2 is a frantically fun experience to share with friends!

Why similar: Zombies 56.9%, Action 27.3%, Indie 15.9%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful 2D action game that focuses on cooperative survival and wave-based combat.

Team up or face it alone in this top down zombie slaying defense adventure! Featuring up to 4 player online co-op, cleanse the infected wave by wave and upgrade your base with traps & defenses to build the Ultimate Zombie Defense. Can YOU stop them?

Why similar: Zombies 72.7%, Action 18.4%, Multiplayer 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A tower defense hybrid that focuses on fortifying positions against waves of undead.

"This is some of the most fun I've had with a game so far this year, and it will go down as one of the best side-scrolling shooters of all time." - 9/10, Destructoid

Why similar: Action 35.4%, Platformer 26.8%, Indie 19.2%, 2D 18.6%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-heavy 2D side-scrolling shooter that offers challenging combat and environmental interactions.

Step into the sturdy boots of McJagger and take on an army of the undead!

Why similar: Zombies 59.7%, Action 25.5%, Indie 14.8%

Why You'll Like It: A twin-stick shooter that emphasizes high scores and survival against relentless zombie waves.

Super House of Dead Ninjas is an action arcade game with roguelite elements. Race against a 30 second timer as you descend floor after foe-filled floor and attempt to unlock the secrets of this deadly tower!Play as the fearsome Crimson Ninja, wielding an arsenal of deadly ninja weapons and attacks.

Why similar: Platformer 33.3%, Action 32.2%, 2D 13.9%, Indie 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D action game that rewards speed and aggressive playstyles.

Blackout Z' is a super fast top-down view shooter where you face ZOMBIES, SAWS and the DARK. Do you have what it takes to have what it takes to survive the zombie apocalypse with only your gun and an old flashlight?

Why similar: Zombies 50.5%, Action 21.3%, Indie 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, 2D 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down zombie shooter that focuses on fast-paced action and survival in dark environments.

Grab a weapon, demolish your enemies, level up, become more powerful, let the gore flow, let the limbs fly. BrainBread 2 introduces a zombie fps mixed with RPG / Arcade elements, the game is very action-packed and generally fast-paced.

Why similar: Zombies 71.2%, Multiplayer 15.4%, Action 9.3%, Indie 4%

It came from space and ate our brains is a unique Arcade top-down shooter. Looking for addicting gameplay, four-player co-op mode, and tons of aliens to send into oblivion? You’ve come to the right place!

Why similar: Action 53%, Pixel Graphics 47%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down shooter that provides a similar arcade-style survival experience against alien-zombie threats.

As a survivor of the mutant virus, make your way through the city and wipe out the hordes of flesh eating mutants. Teamwork is the key to survive the DEAD HORDE...

Why similar: Zombies 73.4%, Action 14.7%, Indie 7.3%, Multiplayer 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A survival-focused shooter that pits players against massive numbers of zombies in a gritty environment.

Shoot zombies from terrace like a boss! Zombo Buster Rising Remastered brings you a nostalgic experience of classic 2D side shooting-defense in enhanced build right from your Steam library!

Why similar: Zombies 50.2%, Action 25.4%, Indie 14.4%, 2D 10%

Fight for your life in the INDIE SCI-FI FPS game fit for both casual and hard-core gamers with a passion for hunting down hordes of zombies. Prepare yourselves for the incoming nightmare!

Why similar: Zombies 72.6%, Action 14.1%, Multiplayer 8.7%, Indie 4.7%

You and up to three friends fight to survive the Zombie outbreak in this game inspired by early '80s horror films!

Why similar: Zombies 82.7%, Action 17.3%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical zombie survival game that emphasizes careful movement and resource management.

A cross-platform, cooperative, multiplayer, zombie death-fest. Slaughter your way through many different maps, game modes and enemies - With tons of weapons and customization options!

Why similar: Zombies 58%, Action 16.6%, Indie 9%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Multiplayer 7.8%

Bloody Streets is a brutal top-down shooter which will challenge you with areas swarmed by undead in a beautifully stylized and hand painted 2D world complemented by high energy rock music. How long can you survive the sea of monsters while pumping round after round of bullets?

Why similar: Zombies 69.7%, Action 18.6%, Indie 11.7%

The Walking Zombie is a stationary FPS with an online co-op mode in a world full of zombies to kill. Buy and upgrade your weapons, kill all enemies in 200 levels and destroy mighty boss monsters before they eat you alive!

Why similar: Zombies 74.2%, Action 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

Team up with up to 4 players and take on endless waves of Nasty Zombies in a high-intensity, movement-focused boomer shooter. Use agility and smart positioning to survive semi-procedural maps and unlock permanent upgrades like Blessings, Miracles, and cosmetics.

Why similar: Zombies 60.8%, Action 16.4%, Multiplayer 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

Create your character and survive wave after wave of zombies! Gain exp, level up and unlock new skills. Acquire over 20 Weapons with different rarities.

Why similar: Zombies 57%, Action 22.1%, Indie 12.5%, 2D 8.4%

Guns, Gore & Cannoli - An over-the-top, comical and fast-paced action game with hand-drawn graphics set in the Roaring Twenties. An all-you-can-shoot fest where you embody Vinnie, a mobster with a mission in a city controlled by gangsters and plagued by zombies. Featuring up to 4-man local co-op.

Why similar: Zombies 55.7%, Action 16%, 2D 11.6%, Platformer 10.8%, Indie 5.9%

Miner Meltdown is an action-packed team-based multiplayer game. Scour the map for minerals, upgrade your gear, and attempt to blow up the opposing team all the while avoiding monsters, traps, and environmental pitfalls along the way.

Why similar: Zombies 37.9%, Action 16.2%, Multiplayer 10.6%, Platformer 10.3%, Indie 9.4%

Shoot, slice and surf on zombies by yourself or with friends. Fight overwhelming amounts of zombies and other monsters summoned by an evil wizard (ooOooOOOo spooky) in an early 1900s London.

Why similar: Zombies 72.5%, Action 11.5%, 2D 10.7%, Indie 5.4%

Battle through Zombie Apocalypse horror! Which is better - shotgun, pistol or AK-47? Blast their rotten, infected brains out and choose your favorite! Scavenge weapons and armor to pimp out your souped up zombie slaying car - then plow down the man-eating hordes to Escape the Undead City, and try not to get your guts torn out!!!

Why similar: Zombies 71.4%, Action 18.3%, Indie 10.2%

As zombie crisis broke out around the world,you will play one of the warrior of S.E.A.T(Special Event Action Team)to fight against the zombies all over the world.ZomDay is a fast pace VR shooting game contains multi-player mod,exciting Boss fight,character perk and hardcore weapon system.

Why similar: Zombies 80.1%, Action 9.7%, Indie 5.4%, Multiplayer 4.9%

Post soviet zombies - is an action shooter with a top view, in which you have to get out of the virus infected post-Soviet city for one of the four unique characters. On the way you will meet a variety of zombies, military, marauders and people who need your help in 1993.

Why similar: Zombies 55.9%, Action 16.4%, Indie 9.9%, 2D 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

Frenetic arcade style twin-stick shooter. Fight your way through hordes of enemies alone or with a friend!

Why similar: Zombies 39.3%, Action 29%, Pixel Graphics 17.6%, Indie 14.1%

Top-down zombie shooter with tower defense elements featuring up to 4 players local and online co-op. Build your base by day, defend it by night, put your skills to the test to stay alive as long as possible! Darkness is coming. How long can YOU survive?

Why similar: Zombies 74.7%, Multiplayer 10.6%, Action 9.9%, Indie 4.8%

Dead Sky takes place admist the chaos of a mysterious outbreak where you will fight tooth-and-nail through hordes of undead creatures in order to escape the epidemic and survive. At its core, Dead Sky is an action-packed survival shooter that ties in several strategic tower defense elements.

Why similar: Zombies 64.2%, Action 22%, Indie 13.8%

Jump into the frenzied action and the whacky humor of a pure 2.5D side-scroller! While they were going to their old high school for what was supposed to be the party of their life, four long-time friends end up in a ghost town full of monstrous creatures.

Why similar: Zombies 37.9%, Action 26.3%, Indie 12.1%, Platformer 8.5%, Multiplayer 7.7%

Dive into the zombie apocalypse with Zombie Panic! Source: a cooperative, survival-horror first-person-shooter. A fast-paced standalone modification.

Why similar: Zombies 73.4%, Multiplayer 12.4%, Action 10.2%, Indie 4%

Defend against hordes of zombies in this fun filled top-down shooter. Build and upgrade your base, unlock powerful guns, and take on challenging bosses with up to 4 players in online co-op. Play minigames to earn bonuses and survive the zombie apocalypse one night at a time!

Why similar: Zombies 73.1%, Action 21.3%, Multiplayer 5.6%

ZOMBIE CO-OP SHOOTER

Why similar: Zombies 55.8%, Action 30.2%, Indie 13.9%

Versus Squad is a fast action twin-stick shooter from the creator of Nation Red. Build your own sandbox defense and battle thousands of zombie mutants in top down combat! Face up to a dozen bosses. Simultaneously. Collect loot, build and repair. Play single player, on-line or local coop!

Why similar: Zombies 63%, Action 18.3%, Indie 9.4%, Multiplayer 9.3%

Get ready for an intense survival battle against an ever-growing horde of zombies. Play solo or co-op with friends, test your shooting skills and luck in this relentless combat and see how long you can stay alive.

Why similar: Zombies 71.7%, Multiplayer 11.4%, Action 11%, Indie 6%

World War Z is a heart-pounding coop third-person shooter for up to 4 players featuring massive swarms of hundreds of zombies, focused on fast-paced, gruesomely spectacular action.

Why similar: Zombies 78.2%, Multiplayer 13.2%, Action 8.6%

Project Zero Deaths is a hectic physics-based F2P online multiplayer platform shooter. Jump into frantic battles in dynamic maps, solo or with friends, to fight in varied wild game modes! Choose between different characters with unique skills and customize them and their weapons to your own playstyle!

Why similar: Action 45.5%, Multiplayer 27.3%, Platformer 15.5%, Indie 11.8%

A wave-based FPS for 1–4 players, made with passion by one dude! Pick your load out, mow down hordes, Roast Mr Hotdog and earn cash. Spin Vegas-style slots (random box) between waves for upgrades, compete for the best score, and see if your luck (and skill) can keep you standing. Can you survive?

Why similar: Zombies 67.8%, Action 18.6%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%

DEADSWITCH COMBAT is a fast-paced 2D multiplayer shooter. Experience action-packed combat with hundreds of weapons, vehicle combat, and plenty of team-based game modes.

Why similar: Action 30.1%, Multiplayer 29.4%, 2D 18.9%, Platformer 14.1%, Indie 7.5%

Top down, action packed, multiplayer, zombie shooter. Build your base with friends and see how long you can survive the endless horde of zombies. Level up with friends, or alone, how you die is up to you.

Why similar: Zombies 69.9%, Action 14.9%, Multiplayer 12%, Indie 3.2%

Shoot, reflect, and jetpack your way through ChargeShot -- a local-multiplayer, space-bounty-hunter, deathmatch game with a focus on fast-paced, twitch gameplay. Prove to your friends that you are the greatest warrior in the galaxy. No friends? No problem.

Why similar: Action 63.2%, Indie 36.8%

Zombieville USA 3D is a stylized arcade shooter combining retro gameplay with strikingly polished visuals. Fight through an endless undead horde in the bleak hellscape of suburbia! Choose your weapons, grab a friend, and see how long you can survive.

Why similar: Zombies 81.7%, Action 18.3%