Zombie games have been around since 1984 with Quicksilva’s Zombie Zombie. Since then, zombie games have become an integral part of the gaming community. Interested in trying something out for yourself? Read on to learn more about what I think are the top 5 zombie games to play in September 2022.
5. World War Z – Aftermath
Release date: September 21, 2021
Developed by: Saber Interactive
Published by: Saber Interactive
World War Z Aftermath is a third-person co-op shooter for PC, Xbox One and Series X|S. and Playstation. It puts the player against hordes, and I mean really hordes of zombies. As in the books and the movie (which admittedly isn’t the best adaptation of the book), the zombies are fast and plentiful. Left alone, these zombies can easily win over even the most prepared survivors. Most of the game’s content is in the campaign mode, which is divided into chapters. Each chapter focuses on a particular location, each filled with zombies. There, the player takes control of one of the four survivors, each with their own backstory that the player can unlock to learn more about them. Once the player completes the campaign, they can try out the other game modes of the game such as King of the Hill and the usual Survival mode.
The game has a class-based system, which players can choose from to change the way they play. There are currently eight classes in the game, each with different play styles. For example, the Hellraiser class primarily uses shotguns and explosives to take care of multiple zombies at once. On the other hand, as the name implies, the Medic uses SMGs and makes sure everyone is healed. The player can level up each class to receive upgraded perks and weapons.
While the game can be played solo with AI teammates, it is definitely more fun with friends.
4. 7 days to die
Initial release date: December 13, 2013
Developed by: The Fun Pimps
Published by: The Fun Pimps
7 Days to Die is a first-person zombie survival game for PC, Xbox and Playstation. Players are evicted in a random area on a huge open map. The trailer above is no exaggeration: the player is spawned into the world naked, with no weapons or tools. The player must loot cars, bodies, houses and more for supplies. The vast world is dotted with buildings that the player can loot for supplies, or fortify to stay in. Crafting is also an essential part of the game as the players can craft everything from food to weapons and even vehicles. They can also collect materials to make their own bases. The game’s building system is very similar to other voxel-based building games like Minecraft. However, the graphics are not comparable at all. Although the building system is voxel-based, the player and zombie models, along with the item models, come close to reality.
An important feature of the game lies in the title. Every night the zombies in the game get faster and harder than during the day. Every seventh day in the game, this nighttime buff gets even stronger. The main 7 Days to Die gameplay loop revolves around collecting resources during the six-day lull and preparing to attack zombies on the seventh day. Although this game is challenging and fun to play alone, playing with friends is the best choice.
It’s important to note that the game is still in early access, with changes always being made every patch. If that’s not your thing, you can try the other games on this list instead.
3.Left 4 Dead 2
Release date: November 16, 2009
Developed by: Valve Corporation
Published by: Valve Corporation
Left 4 Dead 2, a classic zombie game that never gets old, is a first-person zombie shooting game for PC and Xbox. In this game, the player fights through different campaigns, split into smaller chapters. Using a variety of weapons, players must fight their way through the infected, from one safe room to another. In the final phase of each chapter, the players must hold out until the rescue arrives. Once that’s the case, they need to get away quickly and finish the chapters. There are a total of 13 chapters available in Left 4 Dead 2, some of which are from the previous game. While that may not seem like much, the variability of each run makes the game feel fresh every time.
The game can be played completely alone, but playing with friends makes it even better. If the player and his friends want to change the game a bit, they can also play in Versus mode, where two teams of four compete against each other. One team plays as the Survivors, fighting their way through the campaign chapters. The other team plays as Special Infected and tries to hinder the progress of the Survivors. The two teams switch sides each chapter and compete to see who can advance in each run.
2. Resident Evil 2 – Remake
Release date: January 25, 2019
Developed by: Capcom
Published by: Capcom
Resident Evil 2, a remake of the 1999 video game of the same title, is a third-person shooter zombie game for the PC, Playstation and Xbox. It follows the story of rookie cop Leon S Kennedy and Claire Redfield. When the pair arrive in Racoon City, they discover that it is full of zombies. Teaming up to survive, Leon and Claire fight their way through the Racoon City Police Department while being chased by a mysterious creature. During their journey together, they both discover that something deeper is going on behind the scenes, and it’s up to them to stop it.
One of the main advantages of the game is that there are basically two campaigns to play through depending on whether the player decides to play as Leon or Claire in the first part of the game. The plots have slight differences between them, but both work towards the same goal: Leon and Claire solve the mysteries of the Racoon City outbreak. This game in particular has more story as compared to the previous entries in the list. Players should keep that in mind as the writing is actually pretty good.
1. Project Zombie
Initial release date: November 8, 2013
Developed by: The Indie Stone
Published by: The Indie Stone
Project Zomboid is an open-world zombie survival game for PC. Of the other games on this list, this stands out because of the game’s perspective. Instead of the usual third- or first-person perspective, Project Zomboid has an isometric point of view instead. It is similar to a top-down viewpoint, but at an angle so that the player can see the full character model of the player and the zombies.
The player creates a character, chooses his job, traits (some good, some bad) and appearance. Once a character is created, they spawn into the world with just the clothes on their backs. The player must then look for supplies such as weapons, food, water and medicine. This game differs from the previous games in that it is very rooted in realism. The longer the player survives, the harder it gets. Easily available food and water will eventually disappear, meaning the player will have to adapt and find alternative sources. The same goes for electricity, because later they will have to rely on generators to power the lights and refrigerators.
The worst part of the game are the zombies. Unlike the other zombie games on this list where players have to fight the zombies in front of them, this is not recommended in Zomboid. Ammunition is scarce and weapons can break. Your character gets tired, meaning their swings do less damage and you run slower. Even if you have guns, the loud noise will attract the other zombies in the area, making it harder for you.
If you die, that’s it. You have to create a new character and start over.
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