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Last Light: SurvivalThe world didn’t end because of zombies. It ended because of a secret. Last Light: Survival is a first-person, open-world survival game where every decision matters — including the ones you try to hide. WHAT IS LAST LIGHT: SURVIVAL?Set in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by the undead, Last Light: Survival focuses on atmosphere, player freedom, and long-term survival. You … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Light: Survival.

Join our Discord About the GameSomething went wrong in the mountains of Pine Ridge County. A decade ago, a classified government research facility buried deep in the wilderness, went silent. Within weeks, so did everything else. No broadcasts. No rescue. No explanation. The world you knew is gone. Nature has reclaimed the roads, the power grids have long since failed, and the dead outnumber t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Afterlight.

Return: UnknownAn abandoned metropolis. Endless possibilities. And you right in the middle of it. Dive into a survival adventure set in a post-apocalyptic Manhattan, inspired by the freedom of great open-world games and the dark atmosphere of a fallen city. After a global virus wiped out civilization, a living and dangerous world remains, offering you complete freedom. By day, explore streets, b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Return: Unknown.

Survive together. Build your shelter. And never wander too far from the group.Don’t Follow is a first-person or Third person co-op survival horror game set on a remote island crawling with unnatural, zombie-like predators. Work together to explore, scavenge, build, and survive in a dynamic world where sound matters, night is deadly, and straying from your allies might be the last thing you do. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Don't Follow.

Survive. Build. Ride. Trade. Defend. Ash Survival is an open-world survival game set on a remote island covered in dense forests, abandoned buildings, and scattered resources. Scavenge for supplies, build a secure base, grow your own food, and defend what’s yours. Explore the island to discover lootable houses, usable vehicles, and valuable natural resources. Use bikes and cars to travel faster—… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ash Survival.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

62% User Score Based on 89 reviews

CrossWorlds: Escape is a hardcore game in which you will have to deploy all your skills to survive in a huge open world that is susceptible to changes in weather, seasons and various natural phenomena. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CrossWorlds: Escape.

Gameplay Features: Looting and Defensive Structures Scavenge abandoned homes and structures for weapons, supplies, and materials. Fortify buildings to defend yourself and your team against zombie hordes and hostile players. Survival Essentials: Food and Water Hunting: Track and hunt wildlife to obtain meat. Farming: Grow crops for a steady food supply. Foraging: Gather wild plants and berri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dreadsite Survival.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

89% User Score Based on 43,788 reviews

Critic Score 79%Based on 22 reviews

Survive The Quiet Apocalypse If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Long Dark.

True Survival Horror – No Second ChancesYour objective is simple: survive long enough to reach the end of the road and escape the forest alive. To do that, you must move from campsite to campsite, pushing deeper into increasingly dangerous territory while managing hunger, sleep, fuel, sanity, and resources. Every day is a calculated risk: explore new regions for better loot, or play it safe and c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Road Less Traveled.

Where Dolls Hang is a first-person horror experience that blends boats, paranormal hunting, investigation, survival and psychological horror as you have to investigate and survive. Deep within a Forest, bodies have been washing ashore for years with no explanation. Now, it's time to uncover the truth that's hidden within. Where Dolls Hang is a psychological horror mystery connected to the l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Where Dolls Hang.

Survival is your only goal in Reckfell. The world is merciless—its creatures, the environment, and even other survivors will do everything to destroy you. Every step outside your shelter could be your last. To survive, you'll need to gather resources, create tools, build defenses, and outsmart those who want to end you. Use every opportunity to last one more day in this harsh and ever-changing wo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reckfell.

Description: Immerse yourself in a post-apocalyptic world teeming with zombies and hostile gangs in the game "All in Vain." Explore a vast open world, engage in diverse quests, and develop your survival strategy. Utilize an advanced crafting system and weapon customization to create unique items and enhance your combat prowess. Your decisions will determine your fate in this harsh and ca… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ALL IN VAIN.

Game type: The first and third person's 3D open doomsday multiplayer online survival construction. Background: In 2045, a sudden global freeze swept the world without warning. Ice and snow swallowed up all continents, the food chain completely collapsed, and social order disappeared. In the abyss of despair, the horror more terrible than the cold wakes up quietly-a zombie plague that evolved an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ember in the Frost.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

70% User Score Based on 109 reviews

Taora is an open world survival game with unique character building and crafting. Build and upgrade your base, and survive the zombie apocalypse ! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Taora: Survival.

Survival and Exploration You’ll face harsh weather conditions, hunger, and the unforgiving wilderness. As you explore diverse, danger-filled environments in this open world, you must find the food and resources necessary for survival. Nights are deadlier, and weather conditions can be fatal. Build yourself a shelter, manage your resources wisely, and prepare for nature’s wrath. Looting and Crafti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost Zone: Survival.

JOIN OUR DISCORD About the GameWhen the RHAB-14 virus broke out, the world fell within weeks. Cities fell silent, order collapsed, and humanity turned into restless, mutated beings driven by hunger and rage. Years later, civilization is nothing but a memory. Nature has reclaimed the land, power grids lie in ruins, and every day is a fight to survive. In Ardem, you decide whom to trust, where… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ardem.

36%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability

57% User Score Based on 14 reviews

Isla de la Muerte is a survival game where you must stay alive on a dangerous island overrun by zombies. - Survive the island: Manage hunger, thirst, and health while looting houses for supplies. - Explore & stay alert: Search the forest and river, but beware—zombies lurk near buildings and attack on sight. - Build & shelter: Construct your own base to stay safe from the und… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Isla de la Muerte.

Deadly Infestation is a survival game in a procedural world infested with Zombies. Explore a totally destructible world and, of course, always have a good weapon to fight the animals and the infected. Collect resources to survive:With such resources found in nature, it is possible to feed, create weapons, tools, refined items, buildings and objects such as the work table, for example. Water is ess… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deadly Infestation.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

85% User Score Based on 27 reviews

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to find yourself in the wilderness with no tools or resources? In this PvE sandbox survival game, you'll need to rely on nature, bushcraft, and careful planning to endure. Every choice matters from maintaining your fire to managing food, water, and a roof top the head. Stranded on a deserted island after being betrayed by an accomplice, with no one com… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ember's Verge.

You find yourself stranded on an archipelago after suddenly losing all contact with your squad. Cutoff from command, you are left to navigate a hostile world where every resource, every bullet, and every decision determines your survival. Against all odds, one objective remains clear—find your squad, track down paramilitary cultists and investigate an interdimensional force to contain the super… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes Below.

Step into a world 10 years after the zombie outbreak, where cities have been reclaimed by nature, vines crawl over buildings, and the remnants of humanity cling to survival. In Never Be Alone, every choice matters — from scavenging for resources to navigating hazardous radioactive zones. Will you survive the undead, hostile humans, and the environment itself? Team Up With Friends: Why face the a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Never Be Alone.

Welcome to the Deadville, where the sun has set on civilization and darkness reigns supreme. A deadly virus has swept across the globe, transforming the living into ravenous, flesh-eating zombies. In this heart-pounding survival game, players must navigate through a desolate and chaotic world, where every choice determines their fate. It's a fight for survival, not only against the relentless hord… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deadville.

WELCOME TO AFTERHEATA brutal solo survival game set in a scorched, post-apocalyptic Earth consumed by climate collapse. The world as we knew it is gone. Oceans have evaporated. Forests turned to ash. Humanity has fallen. What remains is a lifeless desert wasteland—relentless, empty, and silent. You are alone. No one is coming. To survive, you must adapt to the heat, fight exhaustion, scavenge w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Afterheat.

Exploration: Venture into an expansive open world featuring diverse biomes such as deserts, snowfields, and dense forests. Uncover hidden military zones, abandoned shelters, and mysterious ruins to reveal the secrets behind the apocalypse. Scavenging: Search for supplies and rare items—every corner may hold essential survival resources or lurking deadly threats. Survival: Confront harsh su… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Apocalypse.

Welcome to You Will Rot, an immersive open-world survival experience where realism meets intense multiplayer combat. In a massive, dynamic world shaped by real-world weather and time, you must scavenge for supplies, loot other players, and craft everything you need to survive. Whether you're a lone wolf or part of a clan, the world is unforgiving. The question is: how long can you last? Set in th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to You Will Rot.

About This GameSurvive. Explore. Craft. Build. Thrive. Stranded after a massive storm, you wash ashore on Paloma Island, an uncharted wilderness brimming with danger and opportunity. To survive, you must adapt, craft, build, and explore while uncovering the secrets hidden across this lush yet treacherous open world. Key FeaturesImmersive Survival Mechanics Manage hunger, thirst, stamina, and hea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paloma Island.

Massive Multiplayer MapExplore a massive 1,200 km² open-world map on an epic journey with 5,000 other players on a single server. Travel through 12 distinct terrains and bio-environments, finding, collecting, and hunting hundreds of unique items, vegetation, resources, and wild animals. Endure hot and cold environments, facing their harsh effects on your body. From western-style towns to hidden l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CrisisX.

Dear Pioneers, welcome to Ward Island! *Outer Wilds* is now available! Island owners are welcome to invite their friends to explore the world together! *Outer Wilds* is a uniquely styled and vibrant low-poly open-world survival game. You can embark on your journey alone or with friends to explore this vast world fraught with danger and opportunity. Your goal is clear: explore, survive, and uncove… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pioneer.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

90% User Score Based on 557 reviews

Endure an authentic survival experience unlike any other in The Last Plague: Blight. Carefully tend to your well-being, brave countless threats, and overcome daunting challenges within a disease-ridden procedurally generated open world. Delve into the heart of the Blight and bring it to an end. An obscure disease known as the Blight has descended upon the land. Barely escaping its devastatin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Plague: Blight.

53%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

53% User Score Based on 4,408 reviews

Savage Lands is a challenging Indie based fantasy survival sandbox experience that takes players on an adventure across a world ravaged by years of war between man and Dragon kind. Players must conquer an ominous and vast open world where every decision counts: craft/loot powerful weapons and armor, explore hostile landscapes and dark dungeons, fight fiendish creatures, gather resources, and build… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Savage Lands.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story

70% User Score Based on 7,408 reviews

Subsistence is a sandbox, first person, solo or co-op, PvE open-world survival game. Struggle through changing seasons to build a base, develop technology and gear-up in the hostile environment. Defend yourself from wildlife, the elements and AI hunters (who also build bases in the world). If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Subsistence.

“In the darkness, survival is not a choice — it’s an instinct.” Step into a dying world consumed by darkness. Every night is a fight for survival as the infected roam freely and the horizon burns with hopelessness. With only your torch to guide you, you’ll explore a massive open world filled with danger, mystery, and the remains of humanity. Experience the tension of true next-gen zombie surv… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to No Way Back: Dark Horizon.

[h2]Welcome to the Otherworld[/h2] "Estrella Frontier" is an open-world survival and construction game that combines survival, action-adventure, and building elements within a Japanese-style otherworldly backdrop. In this journey, you will take on the role of exiled Princess Lizelotte, wandering through a border region spanning over 100km^2. Explore every corner of the map freely, discover new tre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Isekai Frontier.

We are currently running the playtest for the game!  If you want to try the game and give feedback, join our Discord on the sidebar. Woodland Rebels is a survival game with town management elements. Choose your animal specie and influence the fate of the woodland. Assign roles to villagers, recruit a gang of rebels to fight at your side, and face many dangers, such as humans, bugs, ghosts, hunger… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Woodland Rebels.

Zombie Shooter Kit is a fully replicated Unreal Engine 5 blueprint asset pack designed to help you build your own zombie survival game with weapons, inventory, AI enemies, vehicles, crafting, weather, and multiplayer support.Build your own zombie survival game in Unreal Engine 5 Zombie Shooter Kit gives solo developers and small teams a powerful foundation for creating survival games, zombie shoot… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombie Shooter Kit.

Survive when familiar places become hunting grounds Suburbs, streets, and forests are no longer safe. They belong to dinosaurs now. Epoch Extinction is a top down survival shooter set on a modern island where dinosaurs have escaped containment and reclaimed human territory. Houses, streets, and forests that once felt safe are now places where predators listen, stalk, and strike. You are not a h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Epoch Extinction.

0%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, story

0% User Score Based on 2 reviews

JOIN OUR DISCORD[/url] About the GameExperience the ultimate zombie survival game where you fight for your life, build your base, loot valuable resources, and face dynamic weather and time-of-day changes. Craft powerful weapons, battle terrifying boss zombies, and embark on a mission to find the anti-virus and save humanity. [h2]SURVIVAL[/h2] Navigate a post-apocalyptic world, where every decis… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hour of Survival: Zombie Craft.

TS-1095 is an exciting new open world, survival, building game that you can either enjoy solo or invite up to 3 friends to explore a beautiful tropical island complex and defend your safe haven! Beta-Test build to be Delivered early December 2023 Application Process Wishlist and Click the "Request Access" button in the Store Page Beta-Test Features Base Building Build your base anyw… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tropica: Survival 1095.

On No One's Island, you have only one goal: survival. Everything and everyone on the island wants to kill you. The island's wildlife, its other inhabitants, nature, the other survivors... Do whatever it takes to survive one more night. No One's Island is coming soon. It's constantly expanding with constant content updates and monthly patches. These patches include balance fixes, AI and graphics e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to No One's Island.

SeasonsSpring: Spring brings a refreshing change with blooming flowers and milder temperatures. It's a time of renewal.Rainy: The Rainy Season drenches the world in frequent downpours.Summer: Summer is hot and dry, often leading to scorching heatwaves. This season is ideal for farming and agriculture!Foggy: The Fog season blankets the environment in thick mist, reducing visibility and making navig… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Necropolis Nights.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

86% User Score Based on 83 reviews

The gods have abandoned this world, leaving it at the mercy of endless storms and the howls of the Black Wailers hunting in the dark. In this vast, procedurally generated wilderness, every night is a fight to survive, and every dawn is a hard-earned victory. Playable solo or with up to 6 players in online co-op, Whisper of the Swallows is a brutal survival experience where your goal is not just to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whisper of the Swallows.

49%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization

64% User Score Based on 28 reviews

Wildstrive is a beautiful stylized game that will take you to a mysterious desert island where you will have to fight for survival in the wild. Find a suitable place to build your camp, get food and water. Skillfully use all available resources to create tools, weapons and a farm. Be prepared for the fact that every action you take can have consequences and affect your chances of survival. On the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wildstrive.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

68% User Score Based on 1,087 reviews

Survive, Build, Craft, Hunt, and Explore the pacific ocean solo, or with friends in this early access survival experience. Each island has its own unique resources with no two islands being the same. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Castaway.

The Undergrowth is an online multiplayer survival experience where you begin life as a tiny, vulnerable creature in a massive ecosystem filled with danger, opportunity, and other players. Hunt, scavenge, grow, evolve, and carve your place in a brutal world where survival is never guaranteed. Explore dense forests, dark underground tunnels, wetlands, cliffsides, rivers, and hidden nests as you bat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Undergrowth.

Explore the Post-apocalyptic Open WorldIn 2075, a nuclear war almost completely destroyed the former civilization and turned the planet into a scorched wasteland. Whether it's a person, an animal or a plant… all living organisms have undergone mutations. The world's population has rapidly declined by 99%, and those who were lucky enough to hide in bunkers were forced to fight for survival. Will… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RimFolk.

Welcome to Divided Land!Join a vast medieval world where survival is just the beginning. Start your journey by gathering resources, crafting gear, and forging weapons. Tame wild horses, breed farm animals, and build your own settlement as you shape your character and progress through the world. Defend against relentless undead and face off against rival players in a fight for survival and dominanc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Divided Land.

44%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability

73% User Score Based on 11 reviews

Primage – a unique blend of survival, RPG, and strategic managementExplore a procedurally generated world set in the Stone Age. Develop your settlement, craft tools, fight for survival, and shape your character in a world full of challenges.Game World– Infinite, procedurally generated terrain with diverse biomes: forests, swamps, deserts, mountains, caves, and water areas – Dynamic day and night… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Primage.

36%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability

58% User Score Based on 12 reviews

In Last Hope on Earth you will find several game mechanics in the style Open World Survival Craft and much more, such as: creation and construction of bases, search for items, collection of resources, PvP in open world, PvE against various monsters and animals, cooperation and a lot of fight for survival! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Hope on Earth.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

67% User Score Based on 428 reviews

Critic Score 58%Based on 3 reviews

Open world survival game set in a tropical environment. Meditate, base build, hunt, gather, explore and craft If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Retreat To Enen.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

85% User Score Based on 33,418 reviews

Critic Score 66%Based on 6 reviews

Green Hell is a sweltering struggle for survival in the Amazonian rainforest. Clinging to life, the player is set on a journey of durability as the effects of solitude wear heavy not only on the body but also the mind. How long can you survive against the dangers of the unknown? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Green Hell.