The Zombie Apocalypse
Looking for a zombie game with bite? Much like the zombie apocalypse is littered with the undead, so is the Google Play store swarming with zombie-themed games. But which ones are most worthy of a playthrough? Rather than sifting through the mass of undead game, check out Hardcore Droid’s list below for the best zombie games on Android.
10. Post Brutal
Do you have what it takes to survive? Post Brutal is a challenging RPG in which players must survive against the zombified inhabitants of the city. When creating your character, the game allows you to take a selfie, which is used to mold your face to your character with humorous, if not accurate, results. In typical RPG fashion, level up your character to unlock and upgrade abilities such as the navigator skill which allows you to sense items and nearby enemies. Acquire the ability to blast apart zombies with C4 by upgrading your explosives skill. Many zombie titles limit players to ranged combat. However, Post Brutal allows people to switch between melee and ranged weapons seamlessly. As you explore the city, you’ll uncover emails, documents and news articles which allow you to unravel the truth. With a robust world, intense combat and sweet skills to unlock, Post Brutal is a zombie RPG worth checking out.
Available on Google Play
9. Last Day On Earth
Kill and scavenge to survive and thrive in Last Day On Earth, developer Kefir’s zombie-themed mobile MMO. This title doesn’t offer much in the way of plot; however, the gameplay speaks for itself. The title’s top-down view is reminiscent of The Sims and, like the life simulator, you’ll need to keep an eye on your thirst and hunger levels. However, Last Day On Earth centers around survival. Create your character, build your home and scavenge for supplies. Players can craft anything from weapons and transportation to garden beds and rain catchers. Whatever you need to survive you must craft yourself. Battle against zombies, wildlife and other survivors as you fight to live another day in a dystopian world. With a sweet crafting system and engaging combat, Last Day On Earth is a fantastic choice if you are looking for a zombified MMO.
Available on Google Play
8. LifeAfter
LifeAfter will immediately hook you with its superb cinematic cutscenes. Start out by choosing your character’s gender and customizing their features. You even get to choose and name a canine companion who’ll accompany you on your adventures. Players will explore a world full of infected while scavenging for supplies. The title includes various interesting environments to explore. You’ll delve into an abandoned mine, explore a rundown college and much more. Taking out zombies isn’t your only objective in LifeAfter. Players will also need to keep themselves fed and in good health as you battle against famine, cold and disease. This means hunting for food and keeping bandages on hand to heal wounds. With an engaging storyline, beautiful cinematics and a vast world to explore, LifeAfter is a zombie game worth sinking your teeth into.
Available on Google Play
7. Unkilled
Unkilled is a stellar zombie FPS by MADFINGER Games in which a zombie outbreak plagues New York. Players take on the role of Joe, a member of a private military group tasked with taking down zombies to prevent global infection. Combat is straightforward and the controls are easy to master. Simply aim the crosshairs at a zombie to shoot. This is a real luxury since so many mobile FPS titles suffer from poor control schemes. While Unkilled’s storyline is far from groundbreaking, it’s decent enough. The game includes over 150 missions and over 40 weapons. Unkilled offers stellar 3D graphics which serve to further immerse players. If you want to take a break from the main campaign, Unkilled also offers PVP modes. With sweet graphics and seamless and simple controls, Unkilled is an engaging mobile title worthy of its place on our list of the best zombie games on Android.
Available on Google Play
6. Zombie Gunship Survival
Take out swarms of zombies from the skies in Zombie Gunship Survival. In this title, the player provides air support, from the comfort of their AC 130 gunship, for ground troops as they battle the undead. Combat takes place via realistic infrared night vision set up on your gunship. There are more than just run-of-the-mill zombies to take down. Titan zombies provide a significantly greater challenge. However, Zombie Gunship Survival isn’t just about gunning down zombies from above. Build and upgrade your base to protect humanity, upgrade barricades to slow zombies or upgrade weapons to better defend your base. Zombie Gunship Survival’s unique spin on the zombie game genre earns it a place on our list. There’s no doubt that Zombie Gunship Survival is among the best zombie games on Android.
Available on Google Play
5. The Walking Dead Game Series
Follow Clementine’s journey through the zombie apocalypse in The Walking Dead Game Series. Originally by Telltale Games, the first three seasons were brought to mobile by Howyaknow. In The Walking Dead Season One, you play as Lee during the birth of the zombie infection. Players must use their wits and make unforgiving decisions as they attempt to protect young Clementine from this harsh new reality. The Walking Dead Season Two lets players experience the zombie apocalypse from Clementine’s perspective. In Season 3, players are introduced to protagonist Javier Garcia, who crosses paths with Clementine while trying to guide his niece and nephew to safety.
Each season is full of gut-wrenching decisions. These are rarely black and white, and players will struggle with the aftereffects of each one. Having a group to rely on is essential to survival in any dystopian setting. However, you’ll often have to choose between alienating one survivor or another. The Walking Dead Series offers compelling narratives that keep players hooked throughout the entire experience. It’s these intriguing storylines and morally grey dilemmas that make The Walking Dead Series some of the best zombie games to ever hit mobile devices.
Available on Google Play
4. Rebuild 3: Gangs of Deadsville
Rebuild 3: Gangs of Deadsville is an engaging strategy title in which players fend off zombie hordes and build outposts in a zombie-infected world. Refreshingly, Rebuild 3 allows the player to alternate between turn-based and real-time gameplay. Players journey through multiple cities, each one offering more challenges than the last. In each city you’ll find survivors to recruit as well as other factions, which may be friendly or hostile. Build relationships with friendly factions and decimate the aggressive ones. Scavenge for food, fight zombies and research new tech as you take the city back from the dead one building at a time. With charming 3D graphics and challenging strategy gameplay, Rebuild 3: Gangs of Deadsville is the ultimate single-player zombie strategy title on Android.
Available on Google Play
3. Dead Effect 2
Travel aboard the ESS Meridian battling zombies and soldiers alike in Dead Effect 2. A thrilling sci-fi FPS by App Holdings, Dead Effect 2 takes place far in the future. In the first game in the series, a scientist’s experiment gone wrong leads to a zombie outbreak on the colony spaceship ESS Meridian. Dead Effect 2 picks up after the events of its predecessor. Soldiers are coming from Earth to destroy any evidence of the experiments. You need to gather evidence before its destroyed. However, the soldiers—and zombies—won’t make it easy for you.
Dead Effect 2 ’s main campaign offers a whopping 20+ hours of gameplay. This is impressive considering some AAA console games barely provide 10 gameplay hours. The title also offers tons of body implants to hone the player character’s skills. An intriguing storyline, stunning visuals, tons of weapons and body implants to collect, make Dead Effect 2 one of the best zombie games on Android.
Available on Google Play
2. Into The Dead 2
Into The Dead 2 may just be the most intense endless runner you’ll ever play. To survive the zombie apocalypse, you must keep moving. Run through oil fields, military bases and more while dodging the undead. You play as James, a man on a desperate quest to save his family. Unlock a multitude of melee and ranged weapons as you progress through the game, which you can use to take down zombies in your path. Like its predecessor, Into the Dead 2 is a unique blend of FPS and endless runner. However, unlike Into The Dead, the sequel offers a compelling storyline and features multiple endings. Into The Dead 2 is a captivating game that will keep your adrenaline pumping as you attempt to outrun the apocalypse.
Available on Google Play
1. Infectonator 3
Tired of taking out zombies? Would you rather spread the zombie plague instead? Infectonator 3 by Armor Games Studios lets you do just that. In this pixelated arcade game, players spread the zombie virus one bite at a time. Reach target goals to unlock other continents and spread zombieness across the world. However, the uninfected won’t sit idly by as you spread your infection. The humans will attack your zombie army and begin researching a cure. If they manage to craft a cure, it’s game over, so you’ll need to use your zombie army strategically. But why stop with ordinary zombies? Players can splice DNA to unlock more than 35 types of undead with unique abilities. So, what are you waiting for? Download Infectonator 3 now and lead your zombies to global victory in this must-play title.
Available on Google Play
Let us know in the comments what you think of Hardcore Droid’s list of the best zombie games for Android. If you are looking for a sweet mobile RPG to play, check out our Best Android RPGs of All Time list. Or if you’re a fan of sci-fi, check out the article Five Android Games Like Mass Effect.