Games like Dead Pixels

This is a procedurally generated zombie shooter with local co-op. Players scavenge for items and fight hordes in a dangerous, ever-changing city.

87% positive from 2,423 · 2012 · 10% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · $2.99 $1.07 -64% · Lowest ever $0.59 (2017-06-22)

ZombiesActionPixel GraphicsIndieLocal Co-Op2D

Six games like Dead Pixels

Death Road to Canada

93% positive from 10,307 reviews201620% finish itDeck Verified

Randomly generated road trip simulator with survival and management elements. Recruit survivors, fight zombies, and make choices in a humorous apocalypse.

What players likedPlayers praise this Oregon Trail roguelite for its unique, replayable runs, deep content, and ongoing developer support.

The catchRuns end to unavoidable random events, making wins feel like luck over skill.

Both are tagged Local Co-Op, Zombies and Pixel Graphics.

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Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons

86% positive from 1,632 reviews202330% finish itDeck Verified

This is a roguelite beat 'em up with tag-team combat. Players choose two characters to switch between for strategic combos.

What players likedPlayers praise it as the best Double Dragon since The Revenge, a competent beat 'em up with fun roguelite elements and diverse characters.

The catchCo-op is broken, with online that fails to connect and sessions full of desyncs.

Both are tagged Local Co-Op, 2D and Pixel Graphics.

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Bloody Walls

80% positive from 1,520 reviews201614% finish itDeck Playable

This is a retro-style survival horror game featuring a unique damage mechanic and a temporary antidote as currency. Its core loop involves managing limited resources in a post-apocalyptic world.

What players likedPlayers praise its pixel graphics, music, and blood effects, making it an enjoyable way to pass time with easy achievements.

The catchShooting means holding the cursor on tiny enemy heads and spamming clicks.

Both are tagged Zombies, 2D and Pixel Graphics.

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Zombie Kill of the Week - Reborn

91% positive from 1,130 reviews201512% finish itDeck Playable

This is a fast-paced 2D survival shooter where players earn money to buy weapons and upgrades to survive hordes of zombies for as long as possible. It features deep customization and progression systems for characters and weapons.

What players likedPlayers praise it as an awesome, wild game, reminiscent of its mobile predecessor.

The catchIt gets repetitive within minutes, with tiny maps and the same tactic every round.

Both are tagged Zombies, 2D and Pixel Graphics.

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Death Trash

92% positive from 3,691 reviews2021Deck Verified

Open-world RPG with real-time combat, stealth, and dialogue choices. Explore a handcrafted post-apocalyptic world with a unique horror-punk feel.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique blend of weird horror, punk aesthetic, and strong story, finding it a fascinating and cool experience despite its unfinished state.

The catchYears into early access with barely any new content and no sign of a finished game.

Both are tagged Local Co-Op, Pixel Graphics and RPG.

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Shank

90% positive from 4,025 reviews201025% finish itDeck Playable

A 2D sidescrolling beat-em-up with a weapon-based combo system and a violent grindhouse feel. It features shooting and slashing through enemies for bloody revenge.

What players likedPlayers praise its fun beat 'em up gameplay and variety of weapons, despite its short length.

The catchCombat is repetitive button mashing against spongy enemies and goes stale fast.

Both are tagged Local Co-Op, 2D and Action.

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More about Dead Pixels

The catch

Runs recycle the same enemies and scenery, so it turns repetitive within an hour.

Reviews: 87% positive from 2,423
Released: 2012
Finish it: 10% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: $2.99 $1.07 -64% · Lowest ever $0.59 (2017-06-22)
Play: Single-playerMulti-playerFull controller supportRemote Play Together

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 87% positive, but with 2,423 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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