Free Zombies Games on Steam
Steam currently has 3,146 Zombies games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free Zombies game rankings were last updated on 5/17/2024.
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1. Unturned
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.
Unturned holds the #1 spot for "best free Zombies game on Steam" with a Player Score of 91. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 538,766 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 493,040 positive reviews and 45,726 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Unturned on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/7/2017 |
| Developer | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Publisher | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Steam App Id | 304930 |
2. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming
OBS Studio has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Zombies games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,110 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,132 positive reviews and 978 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run OBS Studio on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/21/2022 |
| Developer | OBS Project |
| Publisher | OBS Project |
| Steam App Id | 1905180 |
3. Lost Light
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!
Lost Light has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Zombies games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,065 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,228 positive reviews and 8,837 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Lost Light on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/1/2022 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 1797880 |
4. Stay Out
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.
Stay Out has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Zombies games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,433 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,267 positive reviews and 8,166 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Stay Out on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/27/2019 |
| Developer | MOBITECH LLC |
| Publisher | MOBITECH LLC |
| Steam App Id | 1180380 |
5. Neverwinter
Neverwinter is a free, action MMORPG based on the acclaimed Dungeons & Dragons fantasy roleplaying game. Epic stories, action combat and classic roleplaying await those heroes courageous enough to enter the fantastic world of Neverwinter!
Neverwinter has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Zombies games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 37,584 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 29,146 positive reviews and 8,438 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Neverwinter on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/5/2013 |
| Franchise | Arc Games |
| Developer | Cryptic Studios |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 109600 |
6. Deceit 2
Deceit 2 is an online social deduction horror game. Inspire fear as the Terror, play detective as the Innocent, or create mayhem as the Cursed. Trapped with friends and strangers: who can you trust to help you escape?
Deceit 2 has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Zombies games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,766 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,570 positive reviews and 1,196 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Deceit 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/14/2023 |
| Franchise | World Makers |
| Developer | World Makers |
| Publisher | World Makers |
| Steam App Id | 2064870 |
7. Z1 Battle Royale
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.
Z1 Battle Royale has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Zombies games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 205,494 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 114,327 positive reviews and 91,167 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Z1 Battle Royale on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 2/28/2018 |
| Franchise | Daybreak Game Company |
| Developer | Daybreak Game Company |
| Publisher | Daybreak Game Company |
| Steam App Id | 433850 |
8. Undawn
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.
Undawn has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Zombies games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,774 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,178 positive reviews and 2,596 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Undawn on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 6/14/2023 |
| Developer | Lightspeed Studios™ |
| Publisher | Level Infinite |
| Steam App Id | 1881700 |
9. Cry of Fear
Cry of Fear is a psychological single-player and co-op horror game set in a deserted town filled with horrific creatures and nightmarish delusions. You play as a young man desperately searching for answers in the cold Scandinavian night, finding his way through the city as he slowly descends into madness.
Cry of Fear has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Zombies games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 61,567 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,292 positive reviews and 7,275 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Cry of Fear on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/25/2013 |
| Developer | Team Psykskallar |
| Publisher | Team Psykskallar |
| Steam App Id | 223710 |
10. Dead Frontier 2
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.
Dead Frontier 2 has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Zombies games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,474 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,398 positive reviews and 7,076 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Dead Frontier 2 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/15/2019 |
| Developer | Creaky Corpse Ltd |
| Publisher | Creaky Corpse Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 744900 |
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 | 23,570 | 7/7/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,516 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,122 | 9/1/2022 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,315 | 11/27/2019 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,111 | 12/5/2013 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,071 | 9/14/2023 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,027 | 2/28/2018 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 988 | 6/14/2023 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 676 | 4/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 647 | 7/15/2019 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 633 | 3/3/2017 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 557 | 6/26/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 443 | 7/30/2022 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 432 | 10/31/2013 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 298 | 10/13/2015 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 268 | 12/12/2019 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 267 | 8/2/2023 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 261 | 7/20/2022 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 236 | 11/22/2016 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 185 | 4/20/2017 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Lost Light on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 15). Stay Out on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 1). Neverwinter on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Deceit 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2023, December 6). Z1 Battle Royale on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Undawn on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 24). Cry of Fear on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). Dead Frontier 2 on Steam. Steam Store.