Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Dead Island 2 (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Dead Island 2 on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.
The games like Dead Island 2 on a map
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The short version
- Closest match: Dying Light, which both zombie, post-apocalyptic, survival and horror.
- Dead Island 2 is tagged Co-op, Zombies, First-Person, Gore, Action-Adventure, Post-apocalyptic, Adventure, Horror by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
- 24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
- 5 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
Why players value Dead Island 2
The five things Steam players tag Dead Island 2 with most. This is the yardstick every game below is measured against: the closer a game matches these, the more it is likely to scratch the same itch.
- Co-op
- Zombies
- First-Person
- Gore
- Action-Adventure
| Reception | on Steam (77% of 29,228) |
|---|---|
| Watch-outs | players report crashes and freezes |
| Price | $9.99 |
Tags, sentiment and reported problems come from Steam players; the story line is from Wikipedia. We do not add a written opinion of our own.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
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Dying Light
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, survival and horror; shares 10 player tags including Zombies, Survival Horror and Horror.
First-person action survival game set in a post-apocalyptic open world overrun by flesh-hungry zombies. Roam a city devastated by a mysterious virus epidemic. Scavenge for supplies, craft weapons, and face hordes of the infected.
Dying Light at a glance Released 2015 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 95% positive of 494,569 Price $24.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: (95% of 494,569)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 3 of 5 — Zombies, First-Person, Gore
Why players like it: Zombies, Survival Horror, Horror, Online Co-Op, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: $24.99 — $15.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report performance and stutter, crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Dead Island 2:ZombiesSurvival HorrorHorrorFirst-PersonGoreFPSPvEPost-apocalyptic
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Killing Floor 2
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, survival and horror; shares 11 player tags including Zombies, Gore and FPS.
In KILLING FLOOR 2, players descend into continental Europe after it has been overrun by horrific, murderous clones called Zeds that were created by rogue elements of the Horzine Corporation. 6-player Co-Op & 12-player VS Zed-slaughtering mayhem.
Killing Floor 2 at a glance Released 2016 Studio Tripwire Interactive Player sentiment 88% positive of 129,302 Price $2.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (88% of 129,302)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 4 of 5 — Co-op, Zombies, First-Person, Gore
Why players like it: Zombies, Multiplayer, Online Co-Op, Gore, FPS — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: $2.99 — $7.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:ZombiesGoreFPSPost-apocalypticHack and SlashHorrorFirst-PersonSurvival Horror
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World War Z
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, survival and horror; shares 10 player tags including Zombies, PvE and Survival Horror; released around the same time (2021).
World War Z is a heart-pounding coop third-person shooter for up to 4 players featuring massive swarms of hundreds of zombies, focused on fast-paced, gruesomely spectacular action.
World War Z at a glance Released 2021 Studio Saber Interactive Inc Player sentiment 82% positive of 32,551 Price $14.79 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: (82% of 32,551)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 4 of 5 — Co-op, Zombies, First-Person, Gore
Why players like it: Zombies, Multiplayer, Online Co-Op, Action, Co-op — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: $14.79 — $4.80 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:ZombiesPvESurvival HorrorFPSPost-apocalypticGoreCharacter CustomizationFirst-Person
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Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, survival and horror; shares 8 player tags including Zombies, Horror and Gore; released around the same time (2022).
Humanity is fighting a losing battle against the virus. Experience a post-apocalyptic open world overrun by hordes of zombies, where your parkour and combat skills are key to survival. Traverse the City freely during the day, but watch the monsters take over during the night.
Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition at a glance Released 2022 Studio Techland Player sentiment 79% positive of 219,044 Price $59.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: (79% of 219,044)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 5 of 5 — Co-op, Zombies, First-Person, Gore, Action-Adventure
Why players like it: Open World, Co-op, Zombies, Parkour, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: $59.99 — $50.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:ZombiesHorrorGoreCombatPost-apocalypticFirst-PersonAction RPGAction-Adventure
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Anarchy: Wolf's law
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, survival and horror; shares 8 player tags including Zombies, Crafting and PvE; released around the same time (2023).
Action. Chaos. Power. Anarchy: Wolf Laws is a dynamic first-person shooter with elements of RPG, survival, and strategic management. Capture territories, upgrade your production, and run your business in a world of total lawlessness.
Anarchy: Wolf's law at a glance Released 2023 Studio Anarchy Games Player sentiment 77% positive of 825 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.2/10 · Steam: (77% of 825)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 3 of 5 — Zombies, First-Person, Action-Adventure
Why players like it: Survival, Realistic, Multiplayer, Zombies, Crafting — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: $9.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:ZombiesCraftingPvEFPSPost-apocalypticFirst-PersonSurvival HorrorAction-Adventure
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Warhammer 40,000: Darktide
Why it matched: both zombie and horror; shares 10 player tags including Horror, Combat and Hack and Slash; released around the same time (2022).
Take back the city of Tertium from hordes of bloodthirsty foes in this intense and brutal action shooter. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide is the new co-op focused experience from the award-winning team behind the Vermintide series. As Tertium falls, Rejects Will Rise.
Warhammer 40,000: Darktide at a glance Released 2022 Studio Fatshark Player sentiment 72% positive of 138,182 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.9/10 · Steam: (72% of 138,182)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 4 of 5 — Co-op, Zombies, First-Person, Action-Adventure
Why players like it: Horror, Team-Based, Combat, Class-Based, Hack and Slash — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: $9.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:HorrorCombatHack and SlashZombiesPvEFPSAction-AdventureCharacter Customization
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Days Gone
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, survival and horror; shares 7 player tags including Zombies, Post-apocalyptic and Action-Adventure; released around the same time (2021).
Ride and fight into a deadly, post pandemic America. Play as Deacon St. John, a drifter and bounty hunter who rides the broken road, fighting to survive while searching for a reason to live in this open-world action-adventure game.
Days Gone at a glance Released 2021 Studio Bend Studio Player sentiment 93% positive of 116,763 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: (93% of 116,763)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 3 of 5 — Zombies, Gore, Action-Adventure
Why players like it: Open World, Zombies, Survival, Singleplayer, Post-apocalyptic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: $39.99 — $30.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:ZombiesPost-apocalypticAction-AdventureHorrorCraftingSurvival HorrorGore
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Left 4 Dead 2
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, survival and horror; shares 7 player tags including Zombies, FPS and Horror.
Set in the zombie apocalypse, Left 4 Dead 2 is a co-operative action horror FPS takes you and your friends through the cities, swamps and cemeteries of the Deep South, from Savannah to New Orleans across five expansive campaigns.
Left 4 Dead 2 at a glance Released 2009 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 98% positive of 1,055,804 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.8/10 · Steam: (98% of 1,055,804)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 4 of 5 — Co-op, Zombies, First-Person, Gore
Why players like it: Zombies, Co-op, FPS, Multiplayer, Shooter — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: $9.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Dead Island 2:ZombiesFPSHorrorFirst-PersonGoreSurvival HorrorPost-apocalyptic
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GTFO
Why it matched: both zombie, survival and horror; shares 8 player tags including Horror, FPS and Survival Horror; released around the same time (2021).
GTFO is a hardcore cooperative horror shooter that throws you from gripping suspense to explosive action in a heartbeat. Stealth, strategy, and teamwork are necessary to survive in your deadly, underground prison. Work together or die together.
GTFO at a glance Released 2021 Studio 10 Chambers Player sentiment 84% positive of 66,650 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (84% of 66,650)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 4 of 5 — Co-op, Zombies, First-Person, Gore
Why players like it: Online Co-Op, Horror, Co-op, FPS, Difficult — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: $39.99 — $30.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:HorrorFPSSurvival HorrorGoreFirst-PersonZombiesPvECharacter Customization
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Zombie Army Trilogy
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, survival and horror; shares 7 player tags including Zombies, Horror and Gore.
The cult horror shooter series comes to an apocalyptic conclusion with an epic new third chapter, a heart-pumping new horde mode, and remastered editions of the best-selling Nazi Zombie Army 1 & 2.
Zombie Army Trilogy at a glance Released 2015 Studio Rebellion Player sentiment 86% positive of 18,739 Price $44.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: (86% of 18,739)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 4 of 5 — Co-op, Zombies, First-Person, Gore
Why players like it: Zombies, Action, Co-op, Multiplayer, World War II — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: $44.99 — $35.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:ZombiesHorrorGorePost-apocalypticSurvival HorrorFPSFirst-Person
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Codename CURE
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, survival and horror; shares 7 player tags including Zombies, Survival Horror and FPS.
Codename CURE is a first person, co-operative zombie game with support for up to five players, providing dynamic, fast-paced zombie fragging with both objective, and survival-based missions.
Codename CURE at a glance Released 2017 Studio Raptor Byte Player sentiment 85% positive of 16,529 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: (85% of 16,529)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 4 of 5 — Co-op, Zombies, First-Person, Gore
Why players like it: Zombies, Shooter, Free to Play, Survival Horror, Co-op — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:ZombiesSurvival HorrorFPSPost-apocalypticPvEFirst-PersonGore
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Arizona Sunshine VR Legacy
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, survival and horror; shares 7 player tags including Zombies, Horror and Gore.
Built exclusively for VR, Arizona Sunshine® puts you and up to 3 fellow survivors in the midst of a zombie apocalypse. Survive solo or in co-op, handle weapons with real-life movements, and explore a post-apocalyptic world in VR. Putting the undead back to rest is more thrilling than ever before.
Arizona Sunshine VR Legacy at a glance Released 2016 Studio Vertigo Games Player sentiment 79% positive of 9,302 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: (79% of 9,302)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 4 of 5 — Co-op, Zombies, First-Person, Gore
Why players like it: Action, VR, Zombies, Horror, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: $14.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:ZombiesHorrorGoreFPSFirst-PersonSurvival HorrorPost-apocalyptic
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Contagion
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, survival and horror; shares 7 player tags including Zombies, Post-apocalyptic and Horror.
Contagion isn't your average Zombie Shooter but instead takes a more realistic and different approach to the popular genre with unique characters, environments, weapons, items, and a built in system that makes every round completely unpredictable with resources, objectives, and paths ever changing.
Contagion at a glance Released 2013 Studio Monochrome, Inc Player sentiment 73% positive of 15,738 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.4/10 · Steam: (73% of 15,738)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 3 of 5 — Co-op, Zombies, First-Person
Why players like it: Zombies, Post-apocalyptic, Co-op, Horror, Level Editor — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: $9.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:ZombiesPost-apocalypticHorrorFPSPvEFirst-PersonSurvival Horror
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Dead Island Definitive Edition
Why it matched: both zombie, survival and horror; shares 8 player tags including Zombies, Gore and Horror.
Welcome to the zombie apocalypse experience of a lifetime – and now more beautiful than ever. Caught in the midst of an epic zombie outbreak on the tropical island of Banoi, your only thought is: Survive!
Dead Island Definitive Edition at a glance Released 2016 Studio Techland Player sentiment 82% positive of 28,183 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: (82% of 28,183)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 4 of 5 — Co-op, Zombies, First-Person, Gore
Why players like it: Zombies, Open World, Co-op, Multiplayer, Survival — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: $19.99 — $10.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:ZombiesGoreHorrorFirst-PersonFPSCraftingSurvival HorrorController
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Resident Evil Village
Why it matched: both zombie, survival and horror; shares 7 player tags including Survival Horror, Horror and First-Person; released around the same time (2021).
Experience survival horror like never before in the 8th major installment in the Resident Evil franchise - Resident Evil Village. With detailed graphics, intense first-person action and masterful storytelling, the terror has never felt more realistic.
Resident Evil Village at a glance Released 2021 Studio CAPCOM Co., Ltd. Player sentiment 96% positive of 153,329 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.5/10 · Steam: (96% of 153,329)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 3 of 5 — Zombies, First-Person, Gore
Why players like it: Survival Horror, Horror, First-Person, Singleplayer, Action — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: $39.99 — $30.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:Survival HorrorHorrorFirst-PersonZombiesGoreFPSDark
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No More Room in Hell
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, survival and horror; shares 6 player tags including Zombies, Horror and FPS.
The chances of you surviving this all out war of society and the undead are slim to none. Already, there are millions of the walking dead shambling about, searching for food to eat. There's no known cure. One bite can possibly end it all for you. However, you aren't alone in this nightmare.
No More Room in Hell at a glance Released 2013 Studio No More Room in Hell Team Player sentiment 90% positive of 76,511 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (90% of 76,511)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 3 of 5 — Co-op, Zombies, First-Person
Why players like it: Free to Play, Zombies, Multiplayer, Survival, Horror — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:ZombiesHorrorFPSFirst-PersonSurvival HorrorPost-apocalyptic
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Dead Frontier 2
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, survival and horror; shares 6 player tags including Survival Horror, Zombies and Horror; released around the same time (2019).
Survival horror MMO. As one of the few survivors of the outbreak, you must scratch a living out of the decaying ruins of society. Scavenge for supplies, improve your skills, and trade with other players. All the while, keeping your eyes peeled for the infected lurking around every corner.
Dead Frontier 2 at a glance Released 2019 Studio Creaky Corpse Ltd Player sentiment 70% positive of 28,382 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.4/10 · Steam: (70% of 28,382)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 2 of 5 — Zombies, Gore
Why players like it: Free to Play, Multiplayer, Survival Horror, Zombies, Horror — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:Survival HorrorZombiesHorrorPvEGorePost-apocalyptic
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Back 4 Blood
Why it matched: both zombie, survival and horror; shares 7 player tags including Zombies, FPS and Gore; released around the same time (2021).
Back 4 Blood is a thrilling cooperative first-person shooter from the creators of the critically acclaimed Left 4 Dead franchise. Experience the intense 4 player co-op narrative campaign, competitive multiplayer as human or Ridden, and frenetic gameplay that keeps you in the action.
Back 4 Blood at a glance Released 2021 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 69% positive of 73,204 Price $59.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.4/10 · Steam: (69% of 73,204)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 4 of 5 — Co-op, Zombies, First-Person, Gore
Why players like it: Zombies, Online Co-Op, Multiplayer, FPS, Shooter — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: $59.99 — $50.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report launchers, accounts and anti-cheat (details)
Shared with Dead Island 2:ZombiesFPSGoreHorrorFirst-PersonSurvival HorrorPvE
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DayZ
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, survival and horror; shares 6 player tags including Zombies, Post-apocalyptic and FPS.
How long can you survive a post-apocalyptic world? A land overrun with an infected "zombie" population, where you compete with other survivors for limited resources. Will you team up with strangers and stay strong together? Or play as a lone wolf to avoid betrayal? This is DayZ – this is your story.
DayZ at a glance Released 2018 Studio Bohemia Interactive Player sentiment 78% positive of 468,392 Price $24.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (78% of 468,392)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 3 of 5 — Co-op, Zombies, First-Person
Why players like it: Survival, Open World, Online Co-Op, Zombies, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: $24.99 — $15.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report launchers, accounts and anti-cheat (details)
Shared with Dead Island 2:ZombiesPost-apocalypticFPSHorrorSurvival HorrorFirst-Person
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Just Survive
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, survival and horror; shares 6 player tags including Zombies, Crafting and Post-apocalyptic.
Just Survive is a post-apocalyptic survival game that immerses you in a world where humanity is fighting to take back control from the zombie hordes.
Just Survive at a glance Released 2015 Studio Daybreak Game Company Player sentiment 59% positive of 76,763 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.9/10 · Steam: (59% of 76,763)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 2 of 5 — Co-op, Zombies
Why players like it: Zombies, Survival, Open World, Multiplayer, Massively Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:ZombiesCraftingPost-apocalypticSurvival HorrorFPSHorror
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The Outlast Trials
Why it matched: both survival and horror; shares 8 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and First-Person; released around the same time (2024).
Red Barrels invites you to experience mind-numbing terror, this time with friends. Whether you go through the trials alone or in teams, if you survive long enough and complete the therapy, Murkoff will happily let you leave… but will you be the same?
The Outlast Trials at a glance Released 2024 Studio Red Barrels Player sentiment 92% positive of 111,229 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: (92% of 111,229)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 3 of 5 — Co-op, First-Person, Action-Adventure
Why players like it: Horror, Multiplayer, Co-op, Survival Horror, Psychological Horror — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: $39.99 — $30.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report servers and connection (details)
Shared with Dead Island 2:HorrorSurvival HorrorFirst-PersonPvECharacter CustomizationAction-AdventureDark HumorDark
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The Last of Us Part I
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, survival and horror; shares 5 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Zombies and Action-Adventure; released around the same time (2023).
Discover the award-winning game that inspired the critically acclaimed television show. Guide Joel and Ellie through a post-apocalyptic America, and encounter unforgettable allies and enemies in The Last of Us™.
The Last of Us Part I at a glance Released 2023 Studio Naughty Dog LLC Player sentiment 84% positive of 108,422 Price $59.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: (84% of 108,422)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 2 of 5 — Zombies, Action-Adventure
Why players like it: Story Rich, Post-apocalyptic, Zombies, Shooter, Action-Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: $59.99 — $50.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:Post-apocalypticZombiesAction-AdventureHorrorSurvival Horror
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Zombie Panic! Source
Why it matched: both zombie, survival and horror; shares 7 player tags including Zombies, Horror and FPS.
Dive into the zombie apocalypse with Zombie Panic! Source: a cooperative, survival-horror first-person-shooter. A fast-paced standalone modification.
Zombie Panic! Source at a glance Released 2008 Studio Zombie Panic! Team Player sentiment 85% positive of 7,862 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: (85% of 7,862)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 4 of 5 — Co-op, Zombies, First-Person, Gore
Why players like it: Free to Play, Zombies, Multiplayer, Action, Survival — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:ZombiesHorrorFPSFirst-PersonSurvival HorrorGoreDark
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BrainBread 2
Why it matched: both zombie, survival and horror; shares 6 player tags including Zombies, FPS and Gore; released around the same time (2022).
Grab a weapon, demolish your enemies, level up, become more powerful, let the gore flow, let the limbs fly. BrainBread 2 introduces a zombie fps mixed with RPG / Arcade elements, the game is very action-packed and generally fast-paced.
BrainBread 2 at a glance Released 2022 Studio Reperio Studios Player sentiment 73% positive of 5,208 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.3/10 · Steam: (73% of 5,208)
Matches Dead Island 2 on: 4 of 5 — Co-op, Zombies, First-Person, Gore
Why players like it: Free to Play, Zombies, Multiplayer, FPS, Survival — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dead Island 2: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dead Island 2:ZombiesFPSGoreHorrorFirst-PersonAction RPG
Common questions
What game is most like Dead Island 2?
Dying Light, on the evidence we have. It both zombie, post-apocalyptic, survival and horror. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.
How is "similar to Dead Island 2" decided?
By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.
Are these ranked by quality?
No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with Dead Island 2. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.
Do you get paid for these recommendations?
No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.