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85%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, story
85% User Score Based on 5,403 reviews

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Zombie Derby 2 is a single player casual racing game with a violence theme. It was developed by Brinemedia and was released on January 25, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

Discover the dangerous post-apocalyptic world with cool upgradable cars!

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85%Audience ScoreBased on 5,403 reviews
graphics119 positive mentions
monetization72 negative mentions
  • Fun and addictive gameplay with rewarding vehicle upgrade system and zombie smashing action.
  • Improved graphics and controls compared to the original game, with varied vehicles and levels.
  • Good replay value for short play sessions; enjoyable arcade-style zombie driving experience.
  • Progression is heavily linear and requires repetitive grinding of the same levels to upgrade vehicles.
  • Fuel management system limits continuous play and can be frustrating, requiring waiting or purchases to refill.
  • Excessive and intrusive ads disrupt gameplay; some players report unskippable ads and poor UI responsiveness.

  • graphics

    169 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    70% positive mentions, 26% neutral mentions, 4% negative mentions

    The graphics of Zombie Derby 2 receive mixed feedback, with many praising the colorful, energetic pixel-art style and noticeable improvements over the original, especially in animations and car designs. While some users find the visuals engaging and fitting the game’s tone, others consider the graphics modest, outdated, or in need of enhanced detail and effects to reach higher fidelity. Overall, the graphics are seen as serviceable and enjoyable for casual play but could benefit from further polish and modernization.

    • “Visually, Zombie Derby 2 adopts a colorful yet gritty art style that complements its over-the-top action.”
    • “The graphics on this one are excellent, and the ad billboards are kinda neat.”
    • “It's a huge improvement on the original in terms of graphics and gameplay.”
    • “Yes, the graphics look like they belong on a cheap Android phone from 2015.”
    • “While you can set the game resolution, there's no other meaningful interface tweaks at all, so there's no way to improve the lacklustre visuals.”
    • “Very horrible, poor controls and also poor graphics.”

  • monetization

    77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    4% positive mentions, 2% neutral mentions, 94% negative mentions

    Monetization in Zombie Derby 2 is heavily criticized for excessive, disruptive, and often unskippable ads that significantly hinder gameplay enjoyment and pacing. Additionally, forced energy/fuel wait times and expensive or ineffective in-app purchases contribute to player frustration, making the game feel more like an ad-driven cash grab than a balanced experience. While some players accept ads given the game’s free status, the overwhelming ad volume and aggressive monetization undermine its overall appeal.

    • “No bugs, no lags, no glitches, and no need for in-app purchases to win!”
    • “C'mon, 5 bucks for no ads, double coins, and unlimited fuel is more realistic.”
    • “Pretty darn good game if there were no ads; I say 9 out of 10.”
    • “As this game flat out doesn't offer the same in-app purchases that the games online do, you are forced to play this game handicapped and at this time, it is unwinnable.”
    • “Max out car and still don't have enough fuel to finish the first level, and there are a ton of ads.”
    • “Watched an ad for a free upgrade for the gun, but after the ad I could not get the gun... no reward, no nothing. Looks like a scam, also watching ads is not worth it; in the time I watch an ad for 30 credits I can do a run and earn 10 times that.”

  • gameplay

    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    29% positive mentions, 57% neutral mentions, 14% negative mentions

    The gameplay of Zombie Derby 2 is praised for its polished controls, satisfying upgrade loop, and chaotic fun in short sessions, though it largely retains the core mechanics of its predecessor. While graphics and vehicle variety have improved, many reviewers note the gameplay becomes repetitive over extended play and suffers from excessive ads. Overall, it offers an enjoyable, easy-to-play experience but lacks significant innovation or depth.

    • “Zombie Derby 2 is the even bloodier, more chaotic sequel to Zombie Derby, featuring more mechanics, more fun vehicles, more levels, and much more.”
    • “The gameplay unfolds in a 2.5D side-scrolling format, where momentum is everything.”
    • “While it may not redefine the genre or introduce groundbreaking mechanics, its polished arcade sensibilities and rewarding upgrade loop make it a solid entry in the zombie-driving niche, offering chaotic fun without unnecessary complications.”
    • “However, the core gameplay loop does not evolve dramatically over time, and extended sessions can reveal repetition in mechanics and level objectives.”
    • “Dull repetitive gameplay, too many adverts and too much monetisation.”
    • “Ridiculous for the same old grinding gameplay that so many other games have.”

  • story

    27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    7% positive mentions, 82% neutral mentions, 11% negative mentions

    The game lacks a cohesive story or character development, focusing instead on progression through vehicle upgrades and increasingly difficult themed levels. While the simple, arcade-style missions provide addictive gameplay, the absence of narrative depth and varied mission design may limit long-term engagement for players seeking a story-driven experience. Several reviews note the potential for a more developed campaign or story mode, which remains untapped.

    • “There are 8 ‘story’ levels, each with a thematic setting such as snow, desert, or army, but no actual story or lore explaining what is happening.”
    • “For players who enjoy games centered on progression systems and kinetic action rather than complex storytelling, it provides an entertaining and often addictive experience.”
    • “There is no overarching story or character development; instead, the motivation to continue comes from improving performance, unlocking new vehicles, and conquering increasingly challenging stages.”
    • “Story is still non-existent and that's an untapped potential.”
    • “There are 8 ‘story’ levels, the story content being the level has a theme – snow, desert, army, etc. but no actual story or lore as to what is going on.”

  • music

    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    43% positive mentions, 36% neutral mentions, 21% negative mentions

    The music in the game is generally considered better than its predecessor, with some players appreciating the soundtrack's contribution to the experience. However, others find it generic, repetitive, and sometimes overly loud, leading some to prefer turning it off after a while. Adding more varied tracks could enhance the overall appeal.

    • “Graphics and soundtrack are better than previous Zombie Derby.”
    • “Also the music is nice and adds to the experience.”
    • “Great graphics and a killer soundtrack to boot!”
    • “The music sounds like it’s generic and royalty-free.”
    • “There is of course the most important option to turn music off, which I guarantee you will be clicking in about an hour of game time.”
    • “Game music keeps playing over ads.”

  • humor

    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with many users finding it consistently funny and enjoyable. The comedic elements contribute positively to the overall experience, making the game entertaining and lighthearted.

    • “This game is very funny.”
    • “Pretty humorous game.”
    • “Nice game to play and very funny.”

  • grinding

    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game features a highly linear progression system that makes grinding mandatory, especially for upgrading vehicles to pass later levels. Many players find the repetitive upgrade grind tedious and boring, which can negatively impact the overall enjoyment.

    • “Grinding for upgrades is mandatory, especially as later levels are impossible without all upgrades at maximum.”
    • “Progression is far too linear and grinding before each level is a necessity.”
    • “The rewarding system depends on vehicle's HP that can't be changed, making unlocking new vehicles and features tedious and boring due to replaying the same level repeatedly.”

  • replayability

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    75% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game offers strong replayability, focusing more on repeated play than on narrative depth. Users appreciate the high replay value, noting that ads do not significantly disrupt the experience.

    • “The game’s structure leans heavily on replayability rather than narrative depth.”
    • “Lots of replay value if you want it.”
    • “Good replay value and the ads aren't too distracting.”

  • optimization

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    75% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game is well optimized, delivering stable performance and good FPS. However, some users note limited control customization options. Overall, optimization contributes positively to the gameplay experience.

    • “Good optimization and stable FPS, but I can't change controls.”
    • “But hey... at least I can confirm it's well optimized.”
    • “Good performance.”

  • stability

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Users report significant stability issues, with frequent freezes preventing gameplay progression, such as being unable to complete even a single race.

    • “Freezes up every time... can't even get through one race.”

  • character development

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game lacks overarching story and character development, focusing instead on gameplay progression through performance improvement, vehicle unlocks, and stage challenges.

    • “There is no overarching story or character development; instead, the motivation to continue comes from improving performance, unlocking new vehicles, and conquering increasingly challenging stages.”
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Zombie Derby 2 is a casual racing game with violence theme. Common tags for Zombie Derby 2 include free to play, driving, indie and zombies.

Zombie Derby 2 is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, iPhone and others.

Zombie Derby 2 was released on January 25, 2018.

Zombie Derby 2 was developed by Brinemedia.

Zombie Derby 2 has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked Zombie Derby 2 for its graphics but disliked it for its monetization.

Zombie Derby 2 is a single player game.

Similar games include Dead Paradise Car Race Shooter, Mad Truck Challenge Special, Beach Buggy Blitz, Offroad Legends 2, Reckless Getaway 2: Car Chase and others.