Dead Engine is an action-roguelike game that invites players to survive in a post-apocalyptic city overrun by intelligent zombies. Fight or flee, trade or scavenge — every decision you make directly affects your chances of survival. Collect essential items, but choose carefully when placing them in your expandable backpack — each item could mean the difference between life and death.
Every hand-drawn pixel art map is packed with strategic opportunities. Plan your escape routes, set clever traps, and turn the ruins of the city into deadly obstacles. Exploration is key to survival!
The zombies in Dead Engine are not just moving targets. They think, adapt, and hunt you as a collective threat. Thanks to our custom pathfinding system, they analyze your position and use the city layout strategically to corner you.
You’ll cross paths with scattered survivors across the map — but only if you can track their trails. Each encounter offers a new perspective, a different survival method. Discover them, connect with them, and remember — you're not alone in this deadly world. Once found, you’ll unlock the ability to play as that character, diving deeper into both the city and yourself with every meeting.
What you carry can decide your fate. Combine the valuable items you find across the city to strengthen your survival chances. Expand your backpack the way you like — and gain tactical advantages with special packs like the Medic Bag or Military Pack.
20–30 Minute Intense Survival Sessions
Smart AI and Dynamic Horde Behavior
Hand-Drawn Pixel Art Maps
Interactive Environment with Traps and Turrets
Advanced Inventory System with Craftable Items
Expandable and Specialized Backpacks
Base Building and Trading Mechanics
Deep, Story-Driven Survivor Encounters
4 Playable Characters
True Roguelike Progression
