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24 games like Infestation: The New Z (2026)

Recomputed 19 October 2026 · Ordered by overlap, not by score · Free to read, nothing here is paid for

Every game below overlaps with Infestation: The New Z 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.

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The short version

  • Closest match: Infestation: Survivor Stories 2020, which made by the same studio, Fredaikis AB.
  • Infestation: The New Z is tagged Zombies, Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World, Massively Multiplayer, FPS, Shooter 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.
  • 10 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
  • 1 are from the same studio: Infestation: Survivor Stories 2020.

Why players value Infestation: The New Z

The five things Steam players tag Infestation: The New Z 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.

  1. Zombies
  2. Free to Play
  3. Survival
  4. Multiplayer
  5. Open World
Infestation: The New Z at a glance
ReceptionMixed on Steam (54% of 33,887)
Watch-outsno widespread problems reported by players
PriceFree

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

  1. 1

    Infestation: Survivor Stories 2020

    Why it matched: made by the same studio, Fredaikis AB; both zombie, open world, survival and horror; shares 12 player tags including Zombies, Survival and Massively Multiplayer.

    Infestation is a Survival Horror MMO that immerses players in a zombie-infested, post-apocalyptic world in which a viral outbreak has decimated the human population leaving in its wake, a nightmare of epic proportion.

    Infestation: Survivor Stories 2020 at a glance
    ReleasedNot recordedStudioFredaikis AB
    Player sentiment42% positive of 25,385PriceFree

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 4.6/10 · Steam: Mixed (42% of 25,385)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 5 of 5 — Zombies, Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Zombies, Survival, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, Action — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Infestation: The New Z: Free — about the same price

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:ZombiesSurvivalMassively MultiplayerPvPRPGIndieFPSHorror

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  2. 2

    Romero's Aftermath

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world, survival and horror; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, Zombies and Survival; published by the same company; released around the same time (2015).

    Play with your friends in a Zombie Infested World as you face the remnants of zombie hordes & rebuild society in a truly massive sandbox world. Choose how you want to play with hundreds of items, skins, weapons, character customizations, base building, crafting, zombies & more!

    Romero's Aftermath at a glance
    Released2015StudioFree Reign Entertainment
    Player sentiment49% positive of 10,977PriceNot listed

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 4.8/10 · Steam: Mixed (49% of 10,977)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 5 of 5 — Zombies, Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Free to Play, Zombies, Survival, Open World Survival Craft, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:Free to PlayZombiesSurvivalShooterMassively MultiplayerFPSSurvival HorrorHorror

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  3. 3

    Dead Frontier 2

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world, survival and horror; shares 10 player tags including Free to Play, Survival Horror and Zombies; 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
    Released2019StudioCreaky Corpse Ltd
    Player sentiment70% positive of 28,382PriceFree

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.4/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (70% of 28,382)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 4 of 5 — Zombies, Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer

    Why players like it: Free to Play, Multiplayer, Survival Horror, Zombies, Horror — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Infestation: The New Z: Free — about the same price

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:Free to PlaySurvival HorrorZombiesHorrorThird-Person ShooterSurvivalPvEMassively Multiplayer

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  4. 4

    Just Survive

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world, survival and horror; shares 9 player tags including Zombies, Survival and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2015).

    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
    Released2015StudioDaybreak Game Company
    Player sentiment59% positive of 76,763PriceNot listed

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.9/10 · Steam: Mixed (59% of 76,763)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 4 of 5 — Zombies, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    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 Infestation: The New Z:ZombiesSurvivalMassively MultiplayerSurvival HorrorShooterFPSWalking SimulatorHorror

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  5. 5

    The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world, survival and horror; shares 9 player tags including Zombies, Horror and Survival Horror; released around the same time (2020).

    Saints & Sinners is a game unlike any other in The Walking Dead universe. Every challenge you face and decision you make is driven by YOU. Fight the undead, scavenge through the flooded ruins of New Orleans, and face gut-wrenching choices for you and the other survivors. Live The Walking Dead.

    The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners at a glance
    Released2020StudioSkydance Interactive
    Player sentiment86% positive of 10,074Price$9.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: Very Positive (86% of 10,074)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 4 of 5 — Zombies, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: VR, Zombies, Action, Gore, Horror — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Infestation: The New Z: $9.99 — $9.99 pricier

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:ZombiesHorrorSurvival HorrorShooterViolentSurvivalRPGIndie

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  6. 6

    No More Room in Hell

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world, survival and horror; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, Zombies and Survival; released around the same time (2013).

    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
    Released2013StudioNo More Room in Hell Team
    Player sentiment90% positive of 76,511PriceFree

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (90% of 76,511)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 5 of 5 — Zombies, Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Free to Play, Zombies, Multiplayer, Survival, Horror — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Infestation: The New Z: Free — about the same price

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:Free to PlayZombiesSurvivalHorrorFPSSurvival HorrorShooterIndie

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  7. 7

    DayZ

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world, survival and horror; shares 8 player tags including Survival, Zombies and Shooter; released around the same time (2018).

    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
    Released2018StudioBohemia Interactive
    Player sentiment78% positive of 468,392Price$24.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (78% of 468,392)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 4 of 5 — Zombies, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Survival, Open World, Online Co-Op, Zombies, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Infestation: The New Z: $24.99 — $24.99 pricier

    Watch-outs: players report launchers, accounts and anti-cheat (details)

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:SurvivalZombiesShooterPvPMassively MultiplayerFPSHorrorSurvival Horror

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  8. 8

    BLOCKADE

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world, survival and horror; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, FPS and Shooter; released around the same time (2019).

    BLOCKADE Classic! First Person Shooter in an editable procedural cubic world. A large arsenal of weapons, 4 teams at the same time and up to 32 players on one map. A large number of game modes!

    BLOCKADE at a glance
    Released2019StudioNovalink
    Player sentiment75% positive of 11,533PriceFree

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.6/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (75% of 11,533)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 5 of 5 — Zombies, Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Free to Play, Action, FPS, Shooter, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Infestation: The New Z: Free — about the same price

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:Free to PlayFPSShooterMassively MultiplayerIndieZombiesSurvivalHorror

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  9. 9

    Last Man Standing

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world and survival; shares 10 player tags including Free to Play, Survival and Shooter; released around the same time (2017).

    The Ultimate BATTLE ROYALE! Sharpen your skills and kill everyone in your way as you hunt for guns, gear and glory in a massive battlefield where only ONE can be crowned the LAST MAN STANDING. Earn cash prizes in a monthly competitions,

    Last Man Standing at a glance
    Released2017StudioFree Reign Entertainment
    Player sentiment61% positive of 17,338PriceNot listed

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.8/10 · Steam: Mixed (61% of 17,338)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 5 of 5 — Zombies, Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World, Shooter — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:Free to PlaySurvivalShooterMassively MultiplayerPvPFPSThird-Person ShooterViolent

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  10. 10

    Z1 Battle Royale

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world and survival; shares 10 player tags including Survival, Massively Multiplayer and PvP; released around the same time (2018).

    Z1 Battle Royale is a Free to Play, fast-paced, action arcade, competitive Battle Royale. Staying true to its "King of the Kill" roots, the game has been revamped and restored to the classic feel, look, and gameplay everyone fell in love with. Play solo, duos, or fives and be the last ones standing.

    Z1 Battle Royale at a glance
    Released2018StudioDaybreak Game Company
    Player sentiment56% positive of 202,362PriceFree

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.2/10 · Steam: Mixed (56% of 202,362)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 5 of 5 — Zombies, Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Survival, Massively Multiplayer, Multiplayer, Open World, Battle Royale — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Infestation: The New Z: Free — about the same price

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:SurvivalMassively MultiplayerPvPFPSShooterFree to PlayThird-Person ShooterZombies

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  11. 11

    Transmissions: Element 120

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world, survival and horror; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Shooter and Zombies; released around the same time (2016).

    TE120 is a short single player experience set in the Half-Life Universe featuring a gravity defying weapon that allows you to jump buildings and sustain large falls. The story takes place at a mysterious date & location. Where are you? Why have you been sent?

    Transmissions: Element 120 at a glance
    Released2016StudioShokunin
    Player sentiment95% positive of 9,952PriceFree

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (95% of 9,952)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 5 of 5 — Zombies, Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Free to Play, Action, Shooter, Zombies, Horror — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Infestation: The New Z: Free — about the same price

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:Free to PlayShooterZombiesHorrorFPSIndieSurvivalWalking Simulator

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  12. 12

    Arizona Sunshine VR Legacy

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world, survival and horror; shares 8 player tags including Zombies, Horror and Survival; released around the same time (2016).

    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
    Released2016StudioVertigo Games
    Player sentiment79% positive of 9,302Price$14.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (79% of 9,302)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 4 of 5 — Zombies, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Action, VR, Zombies, Horror, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Infestation: The New Z: $14.99 — $14.99 pricier

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:ZombiesHorrorSurvivalFPSShooterSurvival HorrorIndieViolent

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  13. 13

    Dying Light

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world, survival and horror; shares 7 player tags including Zombies, Survival Horror and Horror; released around the same time (2015).

    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
    Released2015StudioNot recorded
    Player sentiment95% positive of 494,569Price$24.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (95% of 494,569)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 4 of 5 — Zombies, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Zombies, Survival Horror, Horror, Online Co-Op, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Infestation: The New Z: $24.99 — $24.99 pricier

    Watch-outs: players report performance and stutter, crashes and freezes (details)

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:ZombiesSurvival HorrorHorrorSurvivalFPSPvEPvP

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  14. 14

    Dead Island Definitive Edition

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world, survival and horror; shares 7 player tags including Zombies, Survival and Horror; released around the same time (2016).

    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
    Released2016StudioTechland
    Player sentiment82% positive of 28,183Price$19.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: Very Positive (82% of 28,183)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 4 of 5 — Zombies, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Zombies, Open World, Co-op, Multiplayer, Survival — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Infestation: The New Z: $19.99 — $19.99 pricier

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:ZombiesSurvivalHorrorFPSRPGSurvival HorrorViolent

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  15. 15

    CRSED: F.O.A.D.

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world and survival; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, Survival and Shooter; released around the same time (2018).

    CRSED: Cuisine Royale – is a brutal MMO last-man-standing shooter with realistic weaponry, elements of lethal mystic forces and incredible superpowers!

    CRSED: F.O.A.D. at a glance
    Released2018StudioDarkflow Software
    Player sentiment79% positive of 38,607PriceFree

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (79% of 38,607)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 5 of 5 — Zombies, Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Battle Royale, Free to Play, Multiplayer, Open World, Survival — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Infestation: The New Z: Free — about the same price

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:Free to PlaySurvivalShooterFPSMassively MultiplayerViolentZombiesThird-Person Shooter

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  16. 16

    Dead Island: Riptide Definitive Edition

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world, survival and horror; shares 7 player tags including Zombies, Survival and Horror; released around the same time (2016).

    Welcome to the zombie apocalypse experience of a lifetime – more beautiful than ever. Caught in an epic zombie outbreak on the tropical island of Banoi, your only thought is: Survive!

    Dead Island: Riptide Definitive Edition at a glance
    Released2016StudioTechland
    Player sentiment71% positive of 13,002Price$19.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.3/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (71% of 13,002)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 4 of 5 — Zombies, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Zombies, Co-op, Multiplayer, Open World, Gore — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Infestation: The New Z: $19.99 — $19.99 pricier

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:ZombiesSurvivalHorrorFPSSurvival HorrorViolentRPG

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  17. 17

    New Frontier

    Why it matched: both open world and survival; shares 10 player tags including Free to Play, Survival and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2019).

    New Frontier is a pvp free-to-play online survival game set in an alternate reality wild west world. Work with your friends, Build your base, Fight hellish monsters and forge alliances with other players to conquer the land.

    New Frontier at a glance
    Released2019StudioFree Reign Entertainment
    Player sentiment49% positive of 3,699PriceNot listed

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 4.7/10 · Steam: Mixed (49% of 3,699)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World, Western — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:Free to PlaySurvivalMassively MultiplayerRPGIndieViolentPvPShooter

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  18. 18

    Cry of Fear

    Why it matched: both zombie, survival and horror; shares 9 player tags including Horror, Free to Play and Survival Horror; released around the same time (2013).

    Cry of Fear is a psychological single-player and co-op horror game set in a deserted town filled with horrific creatures and nightmarish delusions. You play as a young man desperately searching for answers in the cold Scandinavian night, finding his way through the city as he slowly descends into madness.

    Cry of Fear at a glance
    Released2013StudioTeam Psykskallar
    Player sentiment89% positive of 86,945PriceFree

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (89% of 86,945)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 4 of 5 — Zombies, Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer

    Why players like it: Horror, Free to Play, Multiplayer, Psychological Horror, Survival Horror — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Infestation: The New Z: Free — about the same price

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:HorrorFree to PlaySurvival HorrorIndieFPSZombiesShooterSurvival

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  19. 19

    Zombie Army Trilogy

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world, survival and horror; shares 7 player tags including Zombies, Third-Person Shooter and Horror; released around the same time (2015).

    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
    Released2015StudioRebellion
    Player sentiment86% positive of 18,739Price$44.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: Very Positive (86% of 18,739)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 4 of 5 — Zombies, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Zombies, Action, Co-op, Multiplayer, World War II — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Infestation: The New Z: $44.99 — $44.99 pricier

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:ZombiesThird-Person ShooterHorrorSurvivalShooterSurvival HorrorFPS

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  20. 20

    State of Decay

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world, survival and horror; shares 7 player tags including Zombies, Survival and RPG; released around the same time (2013).

    The end is here. Life as you knew it has gone to hell after the mother of all zombie outbreaks. Now you and the few scattered survivors must band together to survive and rebuild in a 3rd-person action game set in a dynamic open world.

    State of Decay at a glance
    Released2013StudioUndead Labs
    Player sentiment85% positive of 17,480PriceNot listed

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: Very Positive (85% of 17,480)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 4 of 5 — Zombies, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Zombies, Survival, Open World, Action, Post-apocalyptic — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:ZombiesSurvivalRPGHorrorThird-Person ShooterSurvival HorrorIndie

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  21. 21

    Fallen Earth Free2Play

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world and survival; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Survival and Zombies; released around the same time (2012).

    Fallen Earth Classic is a free-to-play massively multiplayer online role-playing game developed by Reloaded Productions and operated by Little Orbit. The game takes place in a post-apocalyptic wasteland located around the American Grand Canyon.

    Fallen Earth Free2Play at a glance
    Released2012StudioLittle Orbit
    Player sentiment60% positive of 7,569PriceFree

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.9/10 · Steam: Mixed (60% of 7,569)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 5 of 5 — Zombies, Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Free to Play, Survival, Open World, Multiplayer, Post-apocalyptic — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Infestation: The New Z: Free — about the same price

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:Free to PlaySurvivalZombiesMassively MultiplayerRPGShooterFPSThird-Person Shooter

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    Survarium

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world and survival; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Survival and FPS; released around the same time (2015).

    Survarium is a post-apocalyptic online FPS game. If you are looking for a shooter where skills matter, look no further! The opposing players and deadly anomalies will never stop you on the way to victory, right? Then start playing now for free!

    Survarium at a glance
    Released2015StudioVostok Games
    Player sentiment55% positive of 25,266PriceNot listed

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.4/10 · Steam: Mixed (55% of 25,266)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 5 of 5 — Zombies, Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer, FPS, Post-apocalyptic — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:Free to PlaySurvivalFPSShooterPvPZombiesMassively MultiplayerRPG

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    Undawn

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world and survival; shares 9 player tags including Massively Multiplayer, Survival and RPG.

    Explore, adapt, and survive in Undawn, a free-to-play open-world survival RPG for mobile and PC developed by LightSpeed Studios and published by Level Infinite. Embark on an adventure with other survivors four years after a worldwide disaster where hordes of infected roam a shattered world.

    Undawn at a glance
    Released2023StudioLightspeed Studios
    Player sentiment54% positive of 6,602PriceFree

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.1/10 · Steam: Mixed (54% of 6,602)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 5 of 5 — Zombies, Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World

    Why players like it: Open World, Massively Multiplayer, Survival, RPG, MMORPG — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Infestation: The New Z: Free — about the same price

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:Massively MultiplayerSurvivalRPGShooterPvPThird-Person ShooterPvEZombies

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    The Evil Within 2

    Why it matched: both zombie, open world, survival and horror; shares 7 player tags including Horror, Survival Horror and Third-Person Shooter; released around the same time (2017).

    Detective Sebastian Castellanos has lost everything, including his daughter, Lily. To save her, he must descend into the nightmarish world of STEM. Horrifying threats emerge from every corner, and he must rely on his wits to survive. For his one chance at redemption, the only way out is in.

    The Evil Within 2 at a glance
    Released2017StudioTango Gameworks
    Player sentiment92% positive of 30,959Price$39.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: Very Positive (92% of 30,959)

    Matches Infestation: The New Z on: 3 of 5 — Zombies, Survival, Open World

    Why players like it: Horror, Survival Horror, Psychological Horror, Story Rich, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Infestation: The New Z: $39.99 — $39.99 pricier

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Infestation: The New Z:HorrorSurvival HorrorThird-Person ShooterViolentZombiesSurvivalShooter

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Common questions

What game is most like Infestation: The New Z?

Infestation: Survivor Stories 2020, on the evidence we have. It made by the same studio, Fredaikis AB. 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 Infestation: The New Z" 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 Infestation: The New Z. 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.

What else did the makers of Infestation: The New Z do?

Infestation: Survivor Stories 2020 is also from Fredaikis AB, and appears in the list below for that reason as well as on tag overlap.

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.

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