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24 games like The Walking Dead: The Telltale Definitive Series (2026)
Every game below overlaps with The Walking Dead: The Telltale Definitive Series 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 short version
- Closest match: The Walking Dead: A New Frontier, which both zombie, post-apocalyptic, horror, story-rich and atmospheric.
- The Walking Dead: The Telltale Definitive Series is tagged Choices Matter, Story Rich, Interactive Fiction, Horror, Multiple Endings, Comic Book, Adventure, Choose Your Own Adventure 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.
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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The Walking Dead: A New Frontier
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including Zombies, Story Rich and Choices Matter; published by the same company; released around the same time (2016).
After society was ripped apart by undead hands, pockets of civilization emerge from the chaos. But at what cost? Can the living be trusted on this new frontier?
The Walking Dead: A New Frontier at a glance Released 2016 Studio Telltale Games Player sentiment 84% positive of 18,555 Price $14.99 ZombiesStory RichChoices MatterPost-apocalypticChoose Your Own AdventurePoint & ClickHorrorComic Book
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The Walking Dead
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including Zombies, Story Rich and Point & Click; published by the same company.
A five-part adventure horror series set in the same universe as Robert Kirkman’s award-winning comic book series.
The Walking Dead at a glance Released 2012 Studio Telltale Games Player sentiment 97% positive of 80,414 Price $14.99 ZombiesStory RichPoint & ClickChoices MatterHorrorChoose Your Own AdventurePost-apocalypticComic Book
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The Walking Dead: The Final Season
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Story Rich, Choices Matter and Zombies; published by the same company; released around the same time (2018).
A secluded school might finally be Clementine’s chance for a home, but protecting it will mean sacrifice.
The Walking Dead: The Final Season at a glance Released 2018 Studio Telltale Games Player sentiment 95% positive of 21,498 Price $19.99 Story RichChoices MatterZombiesChoose Your Own AdventurePost-apocalypticHorrorComic BookPoint & Click
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The Walking Dead: Season Two
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Zombies, Story Rich and Point & Click.
The Walking Dead: Season Two continues the story of Clementine, a young girl orphaned by the undead apocalypse. Left to fend for herself, she has been forced to learn how to survive in a world gone mad.
The Walking Dead: Season Two at a glance Released 2013 Studio Telltale Games Player sentiment 97% positive of 33,969 Price $14.99 ZombiesStory RichPoint & ClickChoices MatterChoose Your Own AdventureHorrorComic BookPost-apocalyptic
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The Last of Us Part I
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Story Rich, Post-apocalyptic and Zombies; 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 Story RichPost-apocalypticZombiesHorrorThird Person
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Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma
Why it matched: both horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Visual Novel, Story Rich and Choices Matter; released around the same time (2016).
Nine participants awaken, trapped in an underground facility. To escape, they must play a game with deadly consequences. Who will live, and who will die? The choice is yours. Let the Decision Game begin…
Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma at a glance Released 2016 Studio Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd. Player sentiment 82% positive of 4,898 Price $19.99 Visual NovelStory RichChoices MatterHorrorMultiple EndingsPoint & ClickDark
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Slay the Princess — The Pristine Cut
Why it matched: both horror and story-rich; shares 8 player tags including Visual Novel, Choices Matter and Horror; released around the same time (2023).
You're here to slay the princess. Don't believe her lies.
Slay the Princess — The Pristine Cut at a glance Released 2023 Studio Black Tabby Games Player sentiment 97% positive of 33,774 Price $17.99 Visual NovelChoices MatterHorrorChoose Your Own AdventureStory RichPoint & ClickInteractive FictionComic Book
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A Plague Tale: Innocence
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Story Rich, Third Person and Dark; released around the same time (2019).
Follow the grim tale of young Amicia and her little brother Hugo, in a heartrending journey through the darkest hours of history.
A Plague Tale: Innocence at a glance Released 2019 Studio Asobo Studio Player sentiment 93% positive of 71,473 Price $39.99 Story RichThird PersonDarkHorrorPost-apocalyptic
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Days Gone
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, horror and story-rich; shares 5 player tags including Zombies, Post-apocalyptic and Story Rich; 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 ZombiesPost-apocalypticStory RichThird PersonHorror
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The Evil Within 2
Why it matched: both zombie, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Horror, Story Rich and Third Person; 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 Released 2017 Studio Tango Gameworks Player sentiment 92% positive of 30,959 Price $39.99 HorrorStory RichThird PersonZombiesDark
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The Descendant
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Point & Click, Story Rich and Post-apocalyptic; released around the same time (2016).
In THE DESCENDANT, the end of the world is only the start. With what remains of humanity protected in underground Ark facilities, your mission is to keep survivors alive, while discovering a far greater conspiracy buried within Ark-01.
The Descendant at a glance Released 2016 Studio Gaming Corps AB Player sentiment 88% positive of 7,158 Price $14.99 Point & ClickStory RichPost-apocalypticChoices MatterHorror
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Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, horror and story-rich; shares 5 player tags including Zombies, Horror and Post-apocalyptic; 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 ZombiesHorrorPost-apocalypticMultiple EndingsChoices Matter
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The Test
Why it matched: both horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Choose Your Own Adventure, Multiple Endings and Story Rich; released around the same time (2020).
You will answer a series of questions that will reveal truths from deep within. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?
The Test at a glance Released 2020 Studio Randumb Studios Player sentiment 97% positive of 20,122 Price $1.19 Choose Your Own AdventureMultiple EndingsStory RichChoices MatterHorrorVisual Novel
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The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe
Why it matched: both horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Multiple Endings, Choices Matter and Narration; released around the same time (2022).
The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe is an expanded re-imagining of 2013's The Stanley Parable. You will play as Stanley, and you will not play as Stanley. You will make a choice, and you will become powerless. You are not here to win. The Stanley Parable is a game that plays you.
The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe at a glance Released 2022 Studio Crows Crows Crows Player sentiment 94% positive of 36,046 Price $24.99 Multiple EndingsChoices MatterNarration3DStory RichHorror
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Life Is Strange: Before the Storm
Why it matched: both horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Story Rich, Choices Matter and Choose Your Own Adventure; released around the same time (2017).
Life is Strange: Before the Storm is a new three part standalone story adventure set three years before the events of the first game. This time play as Chloe Price, a rebel who forms an unlikely friendship with Rachel Amber in a dramatic new story in the BAFTA award winning franchise.
Life Is Strange: Before the Storm at a glance Released 2017 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 93% positive of 37,879 Price $16.99 Story RichChoices MatterChoose Your Own AdventureMultiple EndingsThird PersonPoint & Click
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Resident Evil 2
Why it matched: both zombie, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Zombies, Horror and Third Person.
A deadly virus engulfs the residents of Raccoon City in September of 1998, plunging the city into chaos as flesh eating zombies roam the streets for survivors. An unparalleled adrenaline rush, gripping storyline, and unimaginable horrors await you. Witness the return of Resident Evil 2.
Resident Evil 2 at a glance Released 1998 Studio Capcom Player sentiment 97% positive of 221,677 Price $39.99 ZombiesHorrorThird PersonStory RichDark
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Beholder 2
Why it matched: both horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Dystopian , Choices Matter and Story Rich; released around the same time (2018).
You are an intern at the central ministry of a totalitarian state with your whole career ahead of you. Work your way up the ladder by scheming against employees, spying on your boss, and completing paperwork. Or do you turn against the state and expose corruption. The choice is still yours to make!
Beholder 2 at a glance Released 2018 Studio Alawar Stargaze (Warm Lamp Games) Player sentiment 87% positive of 8,144 Price $17.99 Dystopian Choices MatterStory RichMultiple EndingsDarkPoint & Click
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Dead Space (2008)
Why it matched: both zombie, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Horror, Third Person and Dark.
You are Isaac Clarke, an engineer on the spacecraft USG Ishimura. You're not a warrior. You're not a soldier. You are, however, the last line of defense for the remaining living crew.
Dead Space (2008) at a glance Released 2009 Studio EA Redwood Shores Player sentiment 92% positive of 29,163 Price $19.99 HorrorThird PersonDarkStory RichZombies
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The Evil Within
Why it matched: both zombie, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Horror, Third Person and Zombies.
Developed by Shinji Mikami -- creator of the seminal Resident Evil series -- and the talented team at Tango Gameworks, The Evil Within embodies the meaning of pure survival horror. Highly-crafted environments, horrifying anxiety, and an intricate story are combined to create an immersive world that will bring you to the height of tension.
The Evil Within at a glance Released 2014 Studio Tango Gameworks Player sentiment 85% positive of 33,579 Price $19.99 HorrorThird PersonZombiesDarkStory Rich
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Resident Evil Village
Why it matched: both zombie, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 4 player tags including Horror, Zombies and Story Rich; 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 HorrorZombiesStory RichDark
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Not For Broadcast
Why it matched: both story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Choices Matter, Dystopian and Story Rich; released around the same time (2022).
A new political Party has won a landslide in the General Election, and for some reason the editor at the news station you work at has done a runner. Now it’s up to you, the Janitor, to take over the editing booth in this tumultuous time - will you help the government, or stand in their way?
Not For Broadcast at a glance Released 2022 Studio NotGames Player sentiment 94% positive of 12,666 Price $24.99 Choices MatterDystopian Story RichMultiple EndingsInteractive FictionChoose Your Own AdventurePoint & Click
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Beholder
Why it matched: both story-rich and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Dystopian , Choices Matter and Dark; released around the same time (2016).
You’re a state-installed landlord in a totalitarian country. Place listening devices, steal and sneak into your tenants’ apartments. Use what you uncovered to report anyone capable of plotting against the state. You MUST! But WILL you?
Beholder at a glance Released 2016 Studio Alawar Stargaze (Warm Lamp Games) Player sentiment 92% positive of 31,040 Price $13.99 Dystopian Choices MatterDarkStory RichMultiple EndingsPoint & Click3D
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DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, horror, story-rich and atmospheric; shares 4 player tags including Story Rich, Post-apocalyptic and Third Person; released around the same time (2022).
From legendary game creator Hideo Kojima comes a genre-defying experience, now expanded in this definitive DIRECTOR’S CUT. As Sam Bridges, your mission is to deliver hope to humanity by connecting the last survivors of a decimated America. Can you reunite the shattered world, one step at a time?
DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT at a glance Released 2022 Studio KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS Player sentiment 92% positive of 67,641 Price $39.99 Story RichPost-apocalypticThird PersonHorror
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Killing Floor 2
Why it matched: both zombie, post-apocalyptic, horror and atmospheric; shares 4 player tags including Zombies, Post-apocalyptic and Horror; released around the same time (2016).
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 ZombiesPost-apocalypticHorrorDark
Common questions
What game is most like The Walking Dead: The Telltale Definitive Series?
The Walking Dead: A New Frontier, on the evidence we have. It both zombie, post-apocalyptic, horror, story-rich and atmospheric. 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 The Walking Dead: The Telltale Definitive Series" 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 The Walking Dead: The Telltale Definitive Series. 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.