The Best Post-apocalyptic Games - Page 2

Update : Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered added at rank #2.
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Dungeon Munchies (2019)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch Mac OS Android IOS iPhone Playstation 4 Playstation 5

Dungeon Munchies is a unique 2D platformer that combines zombie cooking action with RPG elements. Explore a collapsed world filled with mutated potatoes, killer wasps, electric snails, and more. Collect ingredients from defeated enemies, cook new recipes, and unlock different buffs and weapons. The game offers a mix of gross-out humor and a compelling storyline.


What we like:
  • Unique combination of cooking and platforming
  • Compelling storyline
  • Customization options for combat
  • Impressive art style and monster designs
  • Diverse soundtrack
What could be improved:
  • Imprecise controls for ranged weapons, shields, and platform jumping

  • cooking
  • platform
  • bullet-hell
  • rpg
  • comedy
  • scroller
  • post-apocalyptic
  • anime
  • pixel
  • funny
  • 2d
  • action
  • action-adventure
  • zombies
  • exploration

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60 Seconds! Reatomized (2019)

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PC Windows Android IOS iPhone Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Xbox One Mac OS

60 Seconds! Reatomized is a remastered version of the original game that released back in 2015, set in the 1950s and following the McDoodle family as they try to survive a nuclear apocalypse. The game is split into two parts - scavenging for supplies where you have 60 seconds on the clock and survival mode, making decisions inside a bunker to keep the family alive. Challenge modes give an additional layer of strategic gameplay.


What we like:
  • Replayability
  • Wacky moments
  • Strategic challenge mode
  • Hand-drawn style visuals
What could be improved:
  • Clunky controls when scavenging

  • survival
  • comedy
  • choices
  • post-apocalyptic
  • dark
  • simulation
  • hand-drawn
  • text
  • adventure
  • point-and-click
  • difficult
  • outbreak
  • interactive
  • horror
  • funny

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Surviving the Aftermath (2020)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Xbox One

Surviving the Aftermath is a post-apocalyptic city building and management simulator that focuses on surviving and thriving in a world ravaged by various disasters. The gameplay loop is addictive, with players constantly micromanaging their colony and working towards long-term goals like unlocking upgrades in the tech tree. Your choices affect the colony's happiness and future, making for an immersive and challenging gaming experience.


What we like:
  • Good variety of starting and difficulty options
  • Interesting story and exploration mechanics
  • Wide variety of buildings and environments
  • Fun hero and exploration system
  • Severely punishing gameplay
What could be improved:
  • Slow pacing in late game
  • No smart road building/pathing
  • Too many unintuitive blocks in tech and resources

  • post-apocalyptic
  • survival
  • city-building
  • simulation
  • management
  • colony
  • base-building
  • building

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Meet Your Maker (2023)

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PC Windows Xbox Series X/s Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Xbox One Xbox Series X

Meet your Maker is a post-apocalyptic first-person building-and-raiding game where every level is designed by players. Play solo or with a friend as you mastermind devious maze-like Outposts full of traps and guards, then gear up for methodical fast-paced combat raiding other players’ creations.

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  • first-person
  • post-apocalyptic
  • base-building
  • shooter
  • asynchronous
  • fps
  • cooperative
  • maze
  • editor
  • level
  • multiplayer
  • building
  • asymmetric
  • resource
  • tactical

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DEATH STRANDING (2019)

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PC Windows Xbox One Playstation 5 Playstation 4

Embark on an adrenaline-fueled journey in a post-apocalyptic world with [Game Name]. Engage in heart-stopping action, solve intricate puzzles, and engage in epic battles. With a deep, meaningful story and stunning graphics, you'll be craving more. Unleash your inner hero and connect with players worldwide in a seamless online multiplayer experience.


What we like:
  • Unique and engaging gameplay
  • Stunning graphics and animations
  • Deep and meaningful story
  • Well-written characters
  • Seamless integration of online multiplayer
What could be improved:
  • Gameplay can feel repetitive
  • High-octane sequences may be frustrating
  • Story may not appeal to all

  • stealth
  • post-apocalyptic
  • narrative
  • walking-simulator
  • open-world
  • asynchronous
  • boss-fight
  • sci-fi
  • online
  • story
  • supernatural
  • combat
  • management
  • vehicle
  • multiplayer

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Miasma Chronicles (2023)

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PC Windows Xbox Series X/s Xbox Series X Playstation 5

From the creators of Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden comes a beautifully crafted tactical adventure you won’t forget. Embark on a quest across a post-apocalyptic wasteland torn apart by a savage force known only as the ‘Miasma’.


  • tactical
  • post-apocalyptic
  • turn-based
  • stealth
  • cover
  • strategy
  • combat
  • rpg
  • robots

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The Last of Us: Part II (2020)

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Playstation 4

The Last of Us Part II is a stunning capstone to this console generation, a technical and design marvel that improves upon every aspect of the original game. Featuring lush post-apocalyptic environments, puzzles, stealthy combat and dynamic, cinematic encounters, the game is an intense journey of exploration and survival. With its well-executed plot and poignant moments of humanity, The Last of Us Part II is sure to captivate players with its gripping story.


What we like:
  • Stunning graphics
  • Immersive environments
  • Dynamic puzzles
  • Intense stealth combat
  • Cinematic encounters
  • Well-executed plot with poignant moments of humanity
What could be improved:
  • Plot relies heavily on coincidence
  • Some points-of-no-return are poorly signposted
  • Clumsy save system for replaying chapters

  • stealth
  • post-apocalyptic
  • narrative
  • zombies
  • story
  • crafting
  • combat
  • survival
  • violent
  • cover
  • exploration

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GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE (2022)

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IOS iPhone Android PC Windows

The level is very difficult, to find the secret of the goddess!


  • tps
  • anime
  • post-apocalyptic
  • rpg
  • sci-fi
  • squad
  • high-quality
  • driven
  • battle
  • racing
  • 2d
  • shooter
  • innovative
  • clicker
  • casual

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Stellar Blade (2023)

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Playstation 5 j

Stellar Blade is an all-new action adventure on PS5®. The future of humanity is balanced on the edge of a blade. Explore breathtaking science fiction-inspired environments.


  • boss-fight
  • post-apocalyptic
  • boss
  • combat
  • narrative
  • action
  • skill
  • open-world
  • sci-fi
  • action-adventure
  • exploration
  • platform
  • battle
  • souls
  • fight

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Wasteland 3 (2020)

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Xbox One Playstation 4 PC Windows Mac OS Linux

Wasteland 3 is a post-apocalyptic turn-based game from Inxile Entertainment, set in the snowy area of Colorado. Combat is turn-based on a grid area, rewarding you for cleverly using your surroundings. The backdrop has an eye for detail and you can explore it in the Kodiak - a snowmobile/truck hybrid.


What we like:
  • Great story
  • 80-100 hours of gameplay
  • 120 hours of voice work
  • Challenging moral dilemmas
  • Variety in how to go about things
  • Co-op option available
  • Rewarding combat system
  • Detailed backdrop and exploration options
What could be improved:
  • No eyepatch found yet
  • Hats make characters bald
  • Limited replayability depending on playthrough choice

  • rpg
  • post-apocalyptic
  • turn-based
  • tactical
  • combat
  • squad
  • isometric
  • skill
  • cover
  • old-school
  • battle

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