Zombies Aren't Real FAQ
Quick answers, checked against the official Steam store page.
What kind of game is Zombies Aren't Real?
A horde-defense strategy game with a bird's-eye view of a real-world city. You plan a response to a fast-spreading zombie infection, command military forces, and win by eliminating every zombie. Your score is how many civilians you saved. It launched in Early Access on Steam on 13 November 2026.
Can I play Zombies Aren't Real in a browser or on my phone?
No. It is a Windows PC game sold on Steam, and there is no browser or mobile version. Sites that offer a browser or APK version of this game are not offering the real game.
How much does Zombies Aren't Real cost?
$9.99 on Steam, with a 10% launch discount that brings it to $8.99 until 21 November 2026. The developer has said the price may go up when version 1.0 arrives. There is also a $19 Supporter Pack DLC.
Can I play Zombies Aren't Real with a friend?
Yes. Online co-op supports two players: you and one friend, planning and defending the same city together.
What PC do I need?
Windows 10 or 11, 64-bit. Minimum: a 4-core 3.0 GHz CPU (Intel Core i5-6500 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200), 8 GB RAM, a DirectX 11 GPU with 2 GB VRAM (Intel UHD 620, GeForce GTX 750 Ti or Radeon R7 260X), and 2 GB of storage. Recommended: a 6-core 3.5 GHz CPU (Core i5-10400 or Ryzen 5 3600), 16 GB RAM, and a GTX 1050 Ti or Radeon RX 570.
How do you win a run?
Eliminate every zombie. Your score is the number of civilians you saved, so the strongest run is the one that clears the outbreak while losing the fewest people, not the one that walls off the biggest area.
When does version 1.0 come out?
The developer plans 1.0 for Q1 2027. Early Access already has missions in several large cities, Steam Workshop support for custom maps, and online co-op; 1.0 is set to add more troops, vehicles, aircraft and upgrades.
How many achievements does Zombies Aren't Real have?
Fourteen, and five of them are marked rare on Steam.