The 40 Best Zombie Games On Steam, Ranked By Gamers

Steam has so many zombie games that it sometimes feels like the real apocalypse already happened… and everyone just moved into their library backlog.
To help you figure out what’s actually worth your time (and your precious hard drive space), we’ve pulled together a gamer-driven ranking of the
40 best zombie games on Steam, based primarily on community review data and long-term player love not just marketing hype.

This list mixes co-op horde shooters, slow-burn survival horror, strategy and tower defense, and even a few delightfully bizarre oddballs.
Whether you want a story that makes you cry, a roguelike that punishes your mistakes, or just a way to mow down endless undead with friends,
there’s something here for every type of zombie slayer.

How We Ranked the Best Zombie Games on Steam

To keep things as fair (and fun) as possible, this list leans on:

• Gamer reviews and ratings: We started from aggregate rankings of the top Steam games with the “Zombies” tag and looked at long-term review scores and player counts.
• Editorial roundups: We cross-checked with major “best zombie games” lists from gaming outlets and communities to be sure fan favorites like
  Left 4 Dead 2, Project Zomboid, Resident Evil 2, and Dying Light really are as beloved as they seem.
• Staying power: Games that keep getting played, modded, or talked about years after launch earn bonus love.
• Variety: Not every great zombie game is a shooter. Narrative adventures, tower defense, and strategy titles all made the cut if players consistently rave about them.

One note: a few highly rated titles on Steam are explicit adult-only games, which we’ve filtered out, since most players looking for “best zombie games”
are hunting for mayhem and horror, not hentai. Where there were near-duplicates (like multiple versions of the same game), we highlighted the ones
most commonly recommended by PC players.

The 40 Best Zombie Games On Steam (Ranked)

1. #1 – Left 4 Dead 2

   More than a decade later, Left 4 Dead 2 is still the co-op zombie shooter to beat. Tight campaigns, iconic special infected, and an AI Director
   that always seems to know when you’re out of ammo make every run feel slightly different. It’s also endlessly replayable thanks to workshop maps and
   mods everything from meme campaigns to full-on fan-made sequels. If you only install one zombie game on Steam, it should probably be this one.

2. #2 – Half-Life 2

   Is it “just” a zombie game? No. Does Ravenholm live rent-free in players’ nightmares? Absolutely. The headcrab-controlled citizens and physics-driven
   combat make Half-Life 2 one of the most unforgettable takes on infection in gaming. Many players still call it one of the best single-player
   experiences ever made, and its horror sections are a big reason why.

3. #3 – Resident Evil 4 (Remake)

   Capcom’s remake of Resident Evil 4 delivers the same over-the-top cult-infested nightmare, but with modern controls, gorgeous visuals, and tighter pacing.
   The Ganado villagers aren’t classic shambling zombies, but the infected hordes, brutal boss fights, and resource management absolutely scratch the
   survival horror itch. It’s a masterclass in turning pressure and scarcity into pure adrenaline.

4. #4 – Half-Life: Alyx

   In VR, zombies hit different. Half-Life: Alyx takes the series’ headcrab horror and turns it into a full-body experience as you physically reload,
   toss bottles, and peek around corners. It’s not a pure zombie game, but the sections involving the infected are some of the tensest moments in VR gaming,
   and they helped push the genre forward in a big way.

5. #5 – Plants vs. Zombies GOTY Edition

   On the opposite end of the tone spectrum, Plants vs. Zombies proves zombies don’t have to be grim to be great. This tower-defense classic mixes
   simple mechanics with surprising depth, clever enemy design, and a sense of humor that still holds up. It’s the “comfort food” of PC zombie games:
   easy to pick up, hard to put down, and weirdly relaxing even when you’re outnumbered.

6. #6 – Resident Evil 2 (Remake)

   The remake of Resident Evil 2 is survival horror at its sharpest. Slow, terrifying zombies soak up bullets, corridors feel claustrophobic,
   and Mr. X’s heavy footsteps turn exploration into a stress test. For many players, this is the definitive “classic zombie in a modern engine” experience,
   and a must-play if you love tense, methodical horror.

7. #7 – The Walking Dead (Season One)

   Telltale’s The Walking Dead proved a zombie game can be more about feelings than headshots. It’s an interactive drama where quick decisions
   change who lives, who dies, and how much guilt you carry going into the next episode. Fans still talk about Clementine and Lee as some of the best-written
   characters in any zombie story, game or otherwise.

8. #8 – Dying Light

   Parkour plus zombies is a dangerously good combo. Dying Light lets you sprint, vault, and wall-run your way through an infested city by day,
   then punishes you with terrifying, super-aggressive infected at night. Co-op parkour runs, satisfying melee combat, and a big open world help it
   stay a favorite even after years of updates and sequels.

9. #9 – Half-Life 2: Episode Two

   Episode Two expands the Half-Life story and doubles down on the series’ creepy encounters with the infected. It blends story, shooting,
   and set pieces so smoothly that it still feels modern. The zombie sequences here are shorter but incredibly memorable, which is why many zombie
   fans still treat it as essential.

10. #10 – Left 4 Dead

    The original Left 4 Dead laid the groundwork for just about every co-op zombie shooter that followed. It might be slightly overshadowed by its sequel,
    but it still has a distinct vibe and some of the most iconic campaigns in the genre. Many players swear the pacing and atmosphere of certain maps are
    unmatched even today.

11. #11 – Resident Evil Village

    Resident Evil Village is best known for its tall vampire lady, but it also delivers some feral, fast-moving undead-adjacent enemies and classic
    resource-scarce survival horror. It leans more into gothic fantasy than pure zombie apocalypse, yet it’s beloved by horror fans for its pacing,
    variety, and replay value.

12. #12 – The Walking Dead: The Telltale Definitive Series

    If you want the full emotional roller coaster, the Definitive Series bundles multiple seasons of Telltale’s zombie saga in one place. The remastered visuals
    and unified package make it the best way to experience the story of Clementine from beginning to end and yes, the choices still hurt.

13. #13 – The Walking Dead: Season Two

    Season Two puts you in Clementine’s shoes and cranks up the moral dilemmas. You aren’t just surviving zombies; you’re surviving other people’s bad decisions.
    It’s not as shocking as the first season, but many fans love how it develops Clem from scared kid to hardened survivor.

14. #14 – Resident Evil 7: Biohazard

    Resident Evil 7 shifts to first-person and focuses on a single twisted family rather than global outbreaks, but it’s still very much an infection story.
    Molded creatures, body horror, and claustrophobic environments make it one of the scariest entries in the series and a standout for anyone who likes
    their zombie games more psychological than explosive.

15. #15 – Black Mesa

    Black Mesa is a fan-made remake of the original Half-Life, officially blessed by Valve. It updates the classic’s headcrab zombies and alien nightmare
    with modern visuals and new level design. For players who want to see where the series’ infected horror began, this is the best way to do it on Steam.

16. #16 – Project Zomboid

    “This is how you died.” Few zombie games commit to bleak realism like Project Zomboid. It’s an isometric sandbox where hunger, boredom, depression,
    and a single scratch can end your run. Players love it for its deep simulation systems, mod support, and the way every death feels both unfair and entirely
    your fault. In the zombie survival niche, it’s one of the most respected titles on Steam.

17. #17 – Half-Life 2: Episode One

    Episode One keeps the infected horror rolling as you and Alyx fight your way out of City 17. It’s a shorter entry, but it maintains the quality of
    Half-Life 2 and delivers several intense encounters with the zombified citizens of the Combine-controlled city.

18. #18 – Killing Floor

    Before every co-op game had waves of monsters and perk trees, there was Killing Floor. Its “specimen” enemies feel very close to zombies in practice:
    fast, brutal, and relentless. Players still hop into this older entry for its crunchy gunplay, great co-op, and satisfyingly chaotic higher difficulties.

19. #19 – S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat

    More post-apocalyptic mutant nightmare than classic undead, Call of Pripyat still earns a place on zombie-heavy lists thanks to its atmosphere, radiation-scarred
    world, and shambling horrors. Fans praise its open-ended exploration, survival systems, and the feeling that the Zone itself wants you dead.

20. #20 – Deathly Stillness

    Originally created as a demo to show off third-person shooter mechanics, Deathly Stillness went viral because it’s free, surprisingly polished, and full of zombies.
    There’s not much story, but if you want a short, intense session of mowing down undead with solid gunfeel, it’s a fun download.

21. #21 – Brick Rigs

    Think “LEGO physics sandbox, but sometimes with zombies.” Brick Rigs isn’t primarily a horror game, but the community has created countless zombie and apocalypse
    scenarios using its building and destruction tools. It lands on this list because players love using it as a playground for improvised undead chaos.

22. #22 – Plague Inc: Evolved

    Plague Inc: Evolved makes you the virus. One of the most popular scenarios lets you unleash a necroa (zombie-style) pathogen and try to convert the whole planet.
    It’s more strategy than shooter, but it’s a fascinating “big picture” take on the zombie concept and a huge hit with players who like to see numbers go up
    while humanity’s chances go down.

23. #23 – Resident Evil 4 (2005)

    The original PC version of Resident Evil 4 is still available and still adored. Even with the remake out, some fans prefer the original’s pacing,
    charm, and slightly clunky but satisfying gunplay. If you want to see why this game changed third-person shooters forever, it’s worth a nostalgia trip.

24. #24 – Alien Swarm: Reactive Drop

    A top-down, squad-based shooter that feels like “arcade Left 4 Dead but with aliens,” Alien Swarm: Reactive Drop earns its spot thanks to great co-op missions,
    mod support, and the fact that it’s free. The enemies are technically aliens, but if you like shredding swarms of fast-moving monstrosities with friends,
    this will absolutely scratch your zombie itch.

25. #25 – The Walking Dead: The Final Season

    The Final Season brings Clementine’s journey full circle and has a strong emotional payoff for longtime fans. It combines tense survival moments
    with character-driven choices, and many players consider it a satisfying (and tear-filled) conclusion to one of gaming’s best zombie narratives.

26. #26 – Days Gone

    Days Gone finally arrived on PC and impressed many players with its huge open world, motorcycle travel, and terrifying “freaker” hordes that move like living avalanches.
    It’s part biker drama, part stealth-survival, part action game and a great pick if you love open worlds filled with random undead encounters.

27. #27 – DEADBOLT

    In DEADBOLT, you’re literally the Grim Reaper taking down undead gangs in a series of ultra-lethal, puzzle-like missions. One bullet can kill you,
    so you need to carefully plan each room breach and shot. It’s stylish, brutally hard, and a cult favorite among players who like tactical 2D action.

28. #28 – I MAED A GAM3 W1TH Z0MB1ES 1N IT!!!1

    Yes, that’s really the title. This tongue-in-cheek twin-stick shooter is a chaotic, neon-soaked blast that became a meme and then a beloved time-waster.
    It’s not deep, but that’s the point you get music, zombies, and a lot of bullets for basically the price of a snack (or less).

29. #29 – Door Kickers: Action Squad

    Action Squad turns tactical SWAT gameplay into a retro-styled side-scrolling co-op shooter. Some modes pit you against infected enemies, and the combo
    of class-based abilities, breaching tools, and frantic firefights makes it a surprise favorite for players who want something different from the usual
    first-person zombie shooter.

30. #30 – Unturned

    Unturned looks like a blocky, cute survival game, but it can be surprisingly hardcore. Large maps, vehicles, crafting, and persistent servers give it
    the feel of a simplified DayZ that’s easier to get into but still full of tension. Its huge player base and active community keep it high on Steam zombie lists.

31. #31 – Nightmare of Decay

    Nightmare of Decay is a love letter to old-school survival horror, with first-person exploration, limited ammo, and spooky mansion vibes.
    Players praise it for nailing the “classic Resident Evil, but fresh” feel without being a clone. It’s also short enough to finish in a weekend
    perfect for a focused horror binge.

32. #32 – Transmissions: Element 120

    This fan-made Half-Life mod packs a surprising amount of atmosphere into a short runtime. The focus is on physics puzzles and creepy environments, but the infected
    enemies and tension earn it a place on many horror-friendly Steam recommendation lists. Best of all, it’s free.

33. #33 – Call of Duty: World at War

    World at War is remembered for its gritty campaign, but on PC it also gave birth to the now-legendary Nazi Zombies mode. Players spent countless hours
    holding down windows, upgrading weapons, and discovering secrets on those original maps. Its zombie mode laid the foundation for years of Call of Duty undead content.

34. #34 – Dead Estate

    Dead Estate is a fast-paced, top-down roguelike full of grotesque monsters, wild weapons, and big risk–reward decisions. It throws both classic zombies and
    other horrors at you in randomized runs, and fans love it for its tight controls, weird characters, and crunchy retro art.

35. #35 – Nightmare House: The Original Mod

    Built as a horror mod, Nightmare House is one of those “you have to try it at least once” experiences if you enjoy jump scares and creepy corridors.
    It blends traditional haunted-house horror with infected enemies and made a strong enough impression to remain highly rated among Steam’s horror-curious players.

36. #36 – Defender’s Quest: Valley of the Forgotten (DX Edition)

    This tactical tower-defense RPG blends story and strategy, and several scenarios pit you against swarms of plague-ridden enemies that move very much like zombies.
    Fans praise its smart design, deeper-than-expected narrative, and the way it makes each level feel like a puzzle instead of a simple turret spam-fest.

37. #37 – Propagation VR

    Propagation VR is a short, free VR horror experience that punches way above its price. You’re stuck in a subway station with waves of zombies and monsters,
    limited ammo, and nowhere to run. It’s a favorite “showcase” title to scare friends who say VR horror doesn’t look that intense.

38. #38 – The Evil Within 2

    The Evil Within 2 leans more into psychological horror and grotesque monsters than traditional zombies, but its shambling mutants and disturbing
    set pieces feel right at home on a list like this. Players love its mix of semi-open areas, stealth, and brutal combat, along with a surprisingly emotional story.

39. #39 – your sisters

    A lesser-known psychological horror title, your sisters has earned an unexpectedly high rating on Steam thanks to its atmosphere and disturbing story beats.
    It’s short, strange, and best experienced blind the kind of game you play late at night with headphones on when you want something more unsettling than action-heavy.

40. #40 – Guns, Gore & Cannoli 2

    This side-scrolling shooter is basically a 1920s gangster movie that got invaded by zombies. Guns, Gore & Cannoli 2 mixes slapstick humor, cartoon art,
    and buckets of blood in co-op-friendly missions. It’s a great “couch co-op but on PC” pick if you want zombie slaying that doesn’t take itself seriously at all.

How to Choose the Right Zombie Game for You

With 40 great picks, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed in a good way. A quick rule of thumb:

• Want pure co-op chaos? Start with Left 4 Dead 2, Dying Light, Unturned, or Guns, Gore & Cannoli 2.
• Craving old-school survival horror? Go for the Resident Evil 2 remake, Resident Evil 7, or Nightmare of Decay.
• Prefer deep survival sandboxes? Project Zomboid and Unturned will keep you busy for hundreds of hours.
• Love story and tough choices? The Walking Dead games and The Evil Within 2 lean hard into narrative and character arcs.
• Want something casual or quirky? Plants vs. Zombies, I MAED A GAM3 W1TH Z0MB1ES 1N IT!!!1, and Brick Rigs are great low-stress options.

The best part about zombie games on Steam is that they span almost every genre. You don’t have to love horror to enjoy them you just have to enjoy
interesting systems, high stakes, and occasionally screaming when something jumps out of a vent.

Real Player Experiences: Living in a Steam Zombie Library (Bonus Section)

Ask long-time PC players about zombie games on Steam, and you’ll hear a lot of the same stories not because the games are repetitive,
but because certain moments burn themselves into your memory.

There’s the first time you boot up Left 4 Dead 2 with friends, for example. You all joke through the opening cutscene, spend a few minutes arguing
over who gets the shotgun, and then immediately panic when a Charger blindsides the group and launches someone off a rooftop. A full campaign later,
your voice is hoarse from yelling “PIPE BOMB, PIPE BOMB, PIPE BOMB!” and you’ve discovered that one friend who always, always startles the Witch.

Or maybe your defining memory is from Project Zomboid. You spend real-world days building a safehouse, boarding up windows, carefully labeling food,
and stockpiling medical supplies. You finally feel secure so you risk a quick supply run to the nearby warehouse. On the way back, one lonely zombie
grabs you from behind in a grocery store aisle and lands a single bite. The walk home feels like a funeral march, because you know exactly what’s coming.
When the infection finally takes your character, you sit there in silence, staring at the screen, wondering if you have the emotional energy to start over.

Then there’s VR horror. Players who dive into Half-Life: Alyx or Propagation VR often describe a moment where they physically can’t make
themselves open a door or move down a hallway. You know it’s just a game, but your body disagrees. Reloading a gun with shaking hands while a zombie lurches
toward you feels completely different when you’re the one doing the motions instead of just tapping “R.”

Even the lighter games generate their own tiny stories. In Plants vs. Zombies, people remember the first time a football zombie bulldozed through a carefully
planted defense, or the moment they realized certain plants weren’t just cute they were absolutely broken in the right combo. In Days Gone, players talk
about coming over a hill on a bike and seeing a freaker horde sleeping in a valley below, slowly realizing that the smartest move is to turn around
and find literally any other route.

Over time, your Steam library turns into a scrapbook of zombie-related “I can’t believe that just happened” moments: last-second escapes,
base defenses that barely held, characters you still miss, and co-op runs that melted into hysterical laughter. That’s the real magic of
the best zombie games on Steam. The undead may be fictional, but the stories you walk away with are very real and they’re the reason
players keep coming back for one more run, one more campaign, one more bite at the apocalypse.

Conclusion: Your Next Great Zombie Game Awaits

From classic co-op shooters to brutal survival sims and story-heavy adventures, the 40 games above represent the cream of the zombie crop on Steam,
according to the people who actually sink the hours into them. Whether you’re new to the genre or you’ve been dodging digital infection since the
early days of PC gaming, there’s at least one future favorite lurking on this list.

Start with the style of game you love most, grab a few friends if co-op is your thing, and don’t be afraid to experiment with smaller or stranger titles.
In the world of zombie games, hidden gems are everywhere and you never know which $5 download is going to turn into your new “just one more run” obsession.

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