Undead Horror: Ranking the Top Zombie Games of All Time

1. "Left 4 Dead"

"Left 4 Dead" is a first-person shooter survival horror game developed by Valve Corporation. The game is set in a post-apocalyptic world where a virus has turned most of the population into zombie-like creatures.

The player takes on the role of one of four survivors who must fight through hordes of the infected to reach safety.

One of the key features of "Left 4 Dead" is its AI Director, which dynamically adjusts the game's difficulty based on the players' performance. Each play-through can be slightly different, as the AI Director will spawn more or fewer zombies depending on how well the players are doing.

In addition to the single-player campaign, "Left 4 Dead" also features a multiplayer mode where players can team up with friends to take on the zombie hordes together. The game has received critical acclaim for its intense gameplay and replay value.

2. "The Last of Us"

"The Last of Us" is a post-apocalyptic action-adventure game developed by Naughty Dog. The game is set in a world where a fungus has infected much of the population, turning them into mindless zombie-like creatures. The player takes on the role of Joel, a smuggler tasked with escorting a teenage girl named Ellie across the devastated United States.

What sets "The Last of Us" apart from other zombie games is its focus on character development and storytelling. The relationship between Joel and Ellie is a key part of the game, and their journey across the country is filled with emotional highs and lows.

In addition to the main campaign, "The Last of Us" also features a multiplayer mode, where players can engage in brutal survival matches against each other and the infected. The game was a commercial and critical success and has won numerous awards for its narrative and gameplay.

3. "Resident Evil 2"

"Resident Evil 2" is a survival horror game developed and published by Capcom. The game is a reimagining of the 1998 original and follows the story of Leon Kennedy and Claire Redfield as they try to survive a zombie outbreak in the fictional Raccoon City.

"Resident Evil 2" features intense gameplay, challenging puzzles, and a creepy atmosphere that will keep players on the edge of their seats. The game's "Zapping System" allows players to experience the story from two different perspectives, adding replay value to the campaign.

In addition to the main campaign, "Resident Evil 2" also features a "The Ghost Survivors" mode, where players can take on the roles of other characters and try to survive increasingly difficult scenarios. The game was a critical and commercial success and has received numerous awards and accolades.

4. "Dying Light"

"Dying Light" is a first-person survival horror game developed by Techland. The game is set in a city overrun by the undead and follows the story of Kyle Crane, an undercover operative sent to retrieve a sensitive document from a group of survivors.

One of the key features of "Dying Light" is its day-night cycle, which significantly changes the gameplay experience. During the day, the zombies are relatively slow and weak, giving players the opportunity to explore and gather supplies. However, at night, the zombies become faster and more powerful, forcing players to use stealth and quick thinking to survive.

In addition to the main campaign, "Dying Light" also features a multiplayer mode where players can team up with friends or compete against each other in various modes. The game was a commercial and critical success and has received numerous awards and accolades.

5. "Dead Space"

"Dead Space" is a third-person survival horror game developed by Visceral Games. The game is set in the distant future and follows the story of Isaac Clarke, an engineer who is sent to investigate a mysterious derelict spaceship.

What sets "Dead Space" apart from other zombie games is its focus on sci-fi horror. The game's enemies, known as Necromorphs, are undead creatures that have been reanimated by an alien virus. They are extremely agile and powerful and require players to use a variety of weapons and tactics to defeat them.

In addition to the main campaign, "Dead Space" also features a multiplayer mode where players can team up with friends to take on the Necromorphs together. The game was a commercial and critical success and has received numerous awards and accolades.

6. "Plants vs. Zombies"

"Plants vs. Zombies" is a tower defense game developed by PopCap Games. The game is set in a world where the undead have risen from their graves, and the player must defend their home from waves of zombie attacks using a variety of plants with unique abilities.

What sets "Plants vs. Zombies" apart from other zombie games is its lighthearted tone and colorful art style. The game is filled with quirky characters and humorous references, making it a fun and enjoyable experience for players of all ages.

In addition to the main campaign, "Plants vs. Zombies" also features a number of mini-games and challenges that offer additional gameplay variety. The game was a commercial and critical success and has spawned numerous sequels and spin-offs.

7. "The Walking Dead"

"The Walking Dead" is a point-and-click adventure game developed by Telltale Games. The game is based on the popular comic book series of the same name and follows the story of Lee Everett, a convicted criminal who is given a second chance at life in a world overrun by the undead.

What sets "The Walking Dead" apart from other zombie games is its focus on character development and player choice. The game's narrative is driven by the player's decisions, and the relationships between the characters are affected by the choices the player makes.

In addition to the main campaign, "The Walking Dead" also features a number of spin-off episodes and a sequel, "The Walking Dead: Season Two." The game was a critical and commercial success and has won numerous awards for its storytelling and gameplay.

8. "State of Decay"

"State of Decay" is an open-world survival horror game developed by Undead Labs. The game is set in a world where a zombie apocalypse has devastated the population, and the player must lead a group of survivors as they try to rebuild society.

One of the key features of "State of Decay" is its emphasis on resource management and base building. Players must scavenge for supplies, build and upgrade their base, and manage the needs and morale of their community.

In addition to the main campaign, "State of Decay" also features a multiplayer mode where players can team up with friends to survive the zombie apocalypse together. The game was a commercial and critical success and has received numerous awards and accolades.

9. "Zombie Army Trilogy"

"Zombie Army Trilogy" is a third-person tactical shooter developed by Rebellion Developments. The game is a compilation of three standalone expansions for the popular "Sniper Elite" series and follows the story of a group of soldiers fighting against hordes of undead Nazis during World War II.

What sets "Zombie Army Trilogy" apart from other zombie games is its focus on tactical combat and long-range sniping. Players must use a variety of weapons and tactics to take down the zombie hordes, including traps, explosives, and stealth kills.

In addition to the main campaign, "Zombie Army Trilogy" also features a number of multiplayer modes where players can team up with friends to take on the undead together. The game was a commercial and critical success and has received numerous awards and accolades.

10. "World War Z"

"World War Z" is a third-person shooter developed by Saber Interactive. The game is based on the popular book and movie of the same name and follows the story of a group of survivors fighting against a global zombie outbreak.

What sets "World War Z" apart from other zombie games is its focus on fast-paced action and large-scale battles. The game features hordes of zombies that can number in the hundreds, and players must use a variety of weapons and tactics to take them down.

In addition to the main campaign, "World War Z" also features a multiplayer mode where players can team up with friends to survive against the zombie hordes together. The game was a commercial and critical success and has received numerous awards and accolades.