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Looking for games like Dead in Day? Here are top survival shooter recommendations with a horror focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with DAYS END, Serum or Volunteer.

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  1. STORY: Embark on a Heart-Pounding Journey of Survival and Redemption in "Days End" - a Gripping Horror FPS Experience on Steam! As the deadly Xonobia Virus engulfs the country, leaving behind a trail of infected zombies and death, follow the harrowing tale of Chad, one of the few survivors determined to escape the nightmarish chaos. Joining forces with the ruthless gang, "Blackbird… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DAYS END.

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    52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    52% User Score Based on 182 reviews

    Immerse yourself in a survival experience, where a mysterious liquid takes hold of your life. Courage, time pressure and the sheer will to survive will determine your future. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Serum.

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  3. Experience first-person horror and fight to survive in a chaotic landscape infested with bloodthirsty creatures. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Volunteer.

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    46%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    75% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    SwapOut is a roguelike FPS designed with gun customization in mind.An experiment gone wrong has leaked a disease that turns people into the living dead, and it is your job to kill every last one of them.Starting with your basic weapon, you will loot and find new attachments for your gun, this can range from different bodies on the gun to different fire rates and bullet types.A new attachment known… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SwapOut.

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  5. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    68% User Score Based on 895 reviews

    Passing Pineview Forest is a free mini-prequel set in the universe of Pineview Drive. Behind the abandoned house on Pineview Drive lies ominous Pineview Forest. The dark, foreboding forest trail leading directly to the Pineview property must be explored – but your every move and reaction is being watched. You must stay calm during your walk – or else IT will take you! To survive you will need stea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Passing Pineview Forest.

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    53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    53% User Score Based on 73 reviews

    Join Us on Discord About the Game28/12/2024: Complete game official release Craft, Fortify, Survive. Welcome to Vorax, an Island of Horror and Survival Vorax is an open-world survival horror game that plunges you into the heart of a Mediterranean island overrun by a mysterious infection. As a mercenary sent to investigate, what was meant to be a reconnaissance mission quickly turns into a fi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vorax.

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  7. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    79% User Score Based on 511 reviews

    除邪(CHUXIE) is a super realistic single player first person shooter game built using the latest technology from the next-generation Unreal Engine 5 game engine. Developed independently by a gaming enthusiast, this game features a portable camera perspective combined with realistic graphics and spatial sound reverberation effects, providing players with an immersive experience. This time,the player … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 除邪(CHUXIE).

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  8. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    60% User Score Based on 58 reviews

    The horror game Whispering Lane takes you to an abandoned house on Whispering Lane Street. Darkness reigns on the street, and strange noises stir unease among the neighbors. The main character, police officer Jackson Harrowfield, is sent to investigate the residents' report. Soon, he will uncover the secrets of this dark house. Enter the world of mysteries and dangers, experiencing two amazin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whispering Lane: Horror.

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  11. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization
    83% User Score Based on 29 reviews

    A dark and moody top-down shooter. Unlock new weapons and upgrades by completing achievements, making each run different. Will you be able to escape the swarm? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Swarm Survivor.

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  12. 51%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    59% User Score Based on 37 reviews

    ItsJustAStory is a solo post-apocalyptic game, it's a story about a doctor and a build-up to the production of the actual game. your goal is to stay alive and find the cure, you play through a series of events with tasks simple to complete. the main focus here is to get the story. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ItsJustAStory.

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    93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    93% User Score Based on 579 reviews

    Undiscovered is a found footage game featuring a unique second-person perspective, It tells the story of two archaeologists exploring a previously undiscovered ancient ruin. Set in the 1940's, explore the cursed eldritch tomb and escape from undead skeletal conquistadors. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Undiscovered.

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    39%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    58% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    Marrakech hospital was taken by evil. A doctor who was raised by demons and born to be a problem to the world is hidden inside the hospital invoking evil creatures. Jack was called because he is the only one capable to defeat him. Use a blessed AK and other weapons to defeat these evil creatures who won't stop for nothing until they destroy all the good living things on the planet. Defeat the crea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Marrakech.

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    55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    71% User Score Based on 28 reviews

    The genre of our game is a mixture of psychological horror and drama with elements of action, survival melee, and shooting. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Burn Me Alive.

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  16. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    57% User Score Based on 68 reviews

    Fast-paced, single-player FPS inspired by early 3-D shooters of the nineties. Become terrifying monster who tries to protect its lair from incoming waves of human enemies. Try to survive as long as possible using your fiery breath and super fluid movement system. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cathedral 3-D.

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  17. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    80% User Score Based on 50 reviews

    Waves of Rotting Flesh is a stylized single player wave defense FPS. Defend a barricaded house against the hordes of the unliving, improve your abilities and weapons during the downtime between the enemy hordes, and try to survive until you can make a getaway. The game features a selection of different weapons and enemies, various perks you can pick to improve your abilities, a regular play-mode… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Waves of Rotting Flesh.

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    61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, gameplay
    61% User Score Based on 114 reviews

    You have a unique opportunity to feel like an operator of a special squad to fight paranormal creatures and monsters (Special Paranormal Assault Team - S.P.A.T.). Solve challenging problems with unknown monsters in the dark corners of the earth. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to S.P.A.T..

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    58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    82% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    Darkness has swept over a once peaceful world and an malevolent omen has awoken. Will you brave these demonic legions - or fall victim with the rest? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to OM6N.

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    76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    79% User Score Based on 47 reviews

    You are an elite mercenary, known as Operator8. A distress call came in to the agency, claiming death and chaos on the moon Triton, a location few have ventured to. The money is good and there are lots of aliens to kill, what's not to like? An unparalleled alien invasion has overwhelmed the Mining Block Facility on the moon Triton, leaving only death and horror in its wake. Because of the ha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Operator8.

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    54%Game Brain Score
    86% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Stay Home is a breathtaking first-person shooter with co-op for up to four players. Get ready for fast-paced gameplay and terrifying action as hordes of zombies flock to you. You can run but you can't hide! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stay Home.

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  22. 55%Game Brain Score
    55% User Score Based on 7 reviews

    Essentially: Groundhog Day meets a first-person shooter (FPS) game with a Lovecraftian Horror theme. Eldritch Echoes is my final year project for my degree and first major project as a solo developer! Game Controls:  ‘WASD’ to move around. ‘Mouse look’ to look around. ‘Mouse 1’ (left-click) to attack. ‘Space’ to jump and press it again while in the air to double jump. ‘Ctrl’ to crouch. Hold it whi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eldritch Echoes.

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  23. Play PostZ in VR and get immersed in zombie survival arcade fun! Designed exclusively for VR, PostZ takes you straight to the action, with fun gunplay and increasingly challenging zombies. The game is easy to get into yet hard to master. Story mode includes five beautiful and immersive locations, with difficulty levels from Casual mode to a very challenging headshots only Expert mode. With lase… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to POSTZ: ZOMBIES VR.

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  24. 39%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization
    55% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    Spooky Shooter 3D - is a hardcore 3D shooter where you will survive in an old castle full of monsters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spooky Shooter 3D.

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  25. The world has fallen to the zombies, one munch at a time. Reduced to a mere handful of hardened survivors, the war is not over until the last human soldier stops breathing and starts shambling. Cursed Dawn is a blend of first person shooters and wave survival games, where every second brings you closer to death at the hands of the zombie hordes. Your job is to kill as many of them as possible befo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cursed Dawn.

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  27. 30%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    36% User Score Based on 33 reviews

    Dead Static Drive is Grand Theft Cthulhu—a survival-horror road trip through a nightmare version of 1980s Americana. Scavenge, fight, and sneak your way across small towns and eerie highways as reality begins to unravel. Play as Hearst, a wayward traveler searching for their missing parents—and answers—in a world collapsing under the weight of something ancient and wrong. Trust is your most valua… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Static Drive.

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  28. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, music
    87% User Score Based on 71 reviews

    "My Putrid Ponies" is a horror adventure set in a once-idyllic pony ranch now overrun by undead equines. As the last surviving, your mission is to uncover the mystery behind the ponies zombies outbreak while navigating through haunting landscapes filled with danger and despair. The Gameplays: Dynamic Gameplay Perspective: Engage in heart-pounding first-person gameplay for intense com… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Putrid Ponies.

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    91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 500 reviews

    This Is a Ghost is a horror game in which you embody a ghost hunter. This action game will immerse you in the heart of a paranormal investigation, in solo or multiplayer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to This is a Ghost.

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    0%Game Brain Score
    0% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Gather resources, craft items, kill others, raid houses, but don't get raided yourself If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zero World.

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  31. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, atmosphere
    78% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    Alchemy of the Earth is a solo-developed open-world dreamscape where herbalism and alchemy are your lifelines. Gather rare ingredients, brew potions and poultices, and scavenge for loot to survive the undead remains of the island's original inhabitants, the Varharti.  Who were the Varharti? The Alchemist will tell you, if you will listen. Fabian will ramble on and on to you for hours as you explo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alchemy of the Earth.

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    95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    95% User Score Based on 151 reviews

    WITH EACH PASSING MOMENT, THEIR DIMENSION GROWS. WHERE ONCE WAS STRUCTURE BORN OF HUMAN INTUITION, WITHIN ARE WARPED, UNRECOGNIZABLE MAZES, FILLED WITH BEINGS OF ARCANE AND UNKNOWABLE ORIGIN. FREAKHUNTER is a dungeon-crawler-rail-shooter-action-hybrid for sickos, developed on vibes, and created as an exercise in actually finishing a video game. It's designed for modern controllers, and will … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FREAKHUNTER.

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  33. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    62% User Score Based on 52 reviews

    Midnight Acres was built using Unreal Engine 5 and features a beautiful and dynamic day and night system. Daytime Gameplay During the daytime, build and expand your farm and engage in casual and relaxing building & management. Gather resources to upgrade your farm and defenses. Relax by exploring the world for treasures, fishing in various ponds and underground lakes, managing your farm, and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Midnight Acres.

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  34. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    63% User Score Based on 38 reviews

    Check out this game our friend is making! About the GameEXPLORE ICONIC LOCATIONSUse the backrooms slide system to explore all the levels. Find the loot you need, or the stuff that the other scientists need. Do not get cocky and try to be ready to face enemies that backrooms throw at you. HELP OR NOT OTHER SCIENTISTSHelp out other members of the exploration group, or not. You have multiple c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Backrooms Cycle.

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  35. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, replayability
    91% User Score Based on 266 reviews

    Dino Trauma introduces you to a place where gore and dinosaurs aren't unusual things. Inspired by Doom, Quake, Blood, Turok, Dino Crisis and all your '90s favorite survival horrors. In three campaign episodes based on '90s level design style mixed with current standards, players will battle through dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures out for his blood. Featuring a vast arsenal of weaponry incl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dino Trauma.

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  36. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    93% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    Limerick: Cadence Mansion is a detail-rich first-person thriller-adventure with deep lore, intricate puzzles, satisfying stealth-action gameplay, and a happy little marionette who really wants to say "hello." If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Limerick: Cadence Mansion.

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  37. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    71% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    The Hermit Chronicles is a 1st-person survival horror game set in a deep forest. Assuming the role of a hermit, you will have to get food, scout your neighborhood, and search for resources to make gear. But after the sun goes down, you'll have to survive for real... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Hermit Chronicles.

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  38. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    62% User Score Based on 370 reviews

    Cannibal Crossing is an action-survival game for 1-4 players, where you explore the randomly generated town of Earlsboro while scavenging, fighting hordes of enemies, building a base, and searching for a way to escape! Meet survivors with new abilities, interesting people, and lots of cannibals. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cannibal Crossing.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    85% User Score Based on 6,330 reviews

    Several friends headed out to a remote part of a forest for a weekend of camping. However, after not returning and no sign of their whereabouts, one of the parents decided to go take a look see at their last known location. What did he find out? The Infected is an open world sandbox, survival crafting game. Build your base defend and protect yourself from wildlife and infected Vambies. (Hybrid Va… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Infected.

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    34%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:stability, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    39% User Score Based on 38 reviews

    CAEDES is a CO-OP merciless physics-based VR shooter with tons of slow-mo, blood, and spent casings. Rfiles, pistols, shotguns, and SMGs - unleash your inner Baba Yaga. Dual wield any gun - just make sure you know how to reload it. Alter time at your will - slow it down and speed it up - just remember to not run out of ammo and make sure you leave your enemies breathless. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CAEDES.

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    50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization
    50% User Score Based on 347 reviews

    MARS is a Third Person Shooter brimming with creativity and unique features long forgotten in this day of modern AAA games. From the hilarious Headhunter mode, to Huge Mecha vs Mecha battles, to fully customizable loadouts; MARS is a gem to behold amongst the TPS genre. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to M.A.R.S..

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  43. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    53% User Score Based on 425 reviews

    Driven by community suggestion, 505 Games and EKO Software introduce you to a new single player 3rd person view experience that allows you to re-play the zombie crafting adventure "How to Survive" from a deeply immersive point of view. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to How To Survive: Third Person Standalone.

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  44. 14%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    20% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    "Last patient" is a short first-person horror shooter with a frightening atmosphere. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Patient.

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  46. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    59% User Score Based on 328 reviews

    Zombie Carnage 2 is a 32 player first person shooter where you will play both as a human and zombie. By killing zombies and infecting humans you will permanently level up, unlock weapons, attachments, zombie classes and more. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombie Carnage 2.

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  47. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    49% User Score Based on 61 reviews
    Critic Score 64%Based on 1 reviews

    Shadows of Kurgansk is a single player horror survival title that transports players into a dark and hostile environment called “The Zone”, it challenges them to escape from the haunted area both alive and with their sanity intact. Dangerous enemy attacks are the least of your concern compared to the real nightmares that await: a wrong foot in the quest to escape can lead to anomalies that can slo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadows of Kurgansk.

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    35%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    35% User Score Based on 63 reviews

    Axion is an open world first/third person shooter with rpg and survival elements. The game is single player or multiplayer with LAN and online capability. Features include a large open world, character development and storyline in both single and multiplayer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Axion.

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    45%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    53% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    Society as we know has ceased to exist due to a deadly virus, the undead now roam the lands and you have managed to survive, so far... While running for your life you stumble upon a small city. Claim this city as your own, protect it with your life and maybe other survivors will find you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BiteVille.

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    45%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    69% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    An army of zombies has driven humanity to the brink of extinction. The only thing standing in their way? You, as a fighter on a killing floor with a powerful gun in your hand. Mow down hordes of... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ZKILLER.

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