# Earn to Die Lite

> Zombie apocalypse driving game with vehicle upgrades and zombie smashing. (iPhone/iPad app by Not Doppler.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earn-to-die-lite/id573140287 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Not Doppler](https://appshunter.io/developer/554937502)
- Category: Games, Action, Racing
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 7,069 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 5.1.1 · 55 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-11-26
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earn-to-die-lite/id573140287/reviews.md

## What is Earn to Die Lite?

Drive your way through a zombie apocalypse!

Give Earn to Die a test drive today, and see why the hit online game that enjoyed OVER 150 MILLION PLAYS is bigger and better than ever on iPhone, iPod touch and iPad.


THE BEST OF THE ACTION, DRIVING AND UPGRADE GENRES
You're stranded in a desert surrounded by zombies. With only a run-down car and a small amount of cash at your disposal, your mission soon becomes clear – to drive through hordes of zombies in order to escape... alive!

Earn to Die sees you not only driving your way through hordes of zombies, but allows you to earn cash to upgrade, unlock and customise new vehicles. Is your vehicle not strong enough? Why not add a gun, or boosters, or even a spiked frame?

Earn to Die Lite lets you play through the first level of the Story Mode for free.


Reviews of Earn to Die and Earn to Die HD:
"An insane amount of fun ... never fails to bring a smile to my face" - 148Apps

"The more you play the better death machine you can build, and it is incredibly satisfying" - App All Knight

"Has you mowing down zombies like weeds." - AppAdvice

"It's a runner, except with cars. Also, it has zombies in it. Oh, and it's actually pretty cool." - Touch Arcade

"You’d have to be a zombie yourself not to enjoy jumping a schoolbus across a canyon" - Slide To Play

"We're serious, go download it now, it's oodles of mindless fun." - Pocket-lint


Once you've completed your test run don't miss out on the full version of Earn to Die so you can:
 ● Smash your way through the rest of the  STORY MODE, which sees you driving cross-country during a zombie apocalypse
● Get access to all 8 VEHICLES , including a race-car, a truck and even a school bus!
● UPGRADES GALORE! Just unlocking a vehicle isn't enough, customise each vehicle with a range of upgrades
● Zombiesssssssssssss... Plenty more zombies to smash through... Be sure to introduce them to your car's front bumper
● CHALLENGE YOUR FRIENDS for the best time in Championship Mode
● Survived the zombie apocalypse? Smash through pumpkins and unlock ACHIEVEMENTS in the brand new HALLOWEEN MODE

So think you’ve got what it takes to survive the Zombie Apocalypse? Download and try your luck today.

Note: Some aspects shown in the screenshots may only be available on the full version of the game.

## Key features

- Drive through zombie hordes
- Earn cash to upgrade vehicles
- Customize vehicles with weapons and boosters
- Experience the first level of Story Mode
- Unlock and customize multiple vehicles

## What do users think of Earn to Die Lite?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Childhood game memories
- 🚀 Extremely entertaining
- 🚀 Fun little game
- 🚀 Great game
- 🚀 Amazing
- 🚀 Earn to die 1 Lite is fun

**Cons**

- 💰 Requires payment for full version
- 🐛 Short game length in Lite version
- 🐛 Gas runs out too fast

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Lite version ends abruptly after first level
- Buying full version doesn't work on mobile

**Most requested features**

- Add more levels and content
- Add more car options
- Make full version free

## Recent user reviews (10 of 50)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earn-to-die-lite/id573140287/reviews.md

### 4/5 — I love this game

*2023-02-06, version 1.0.21*

This used to be my childhood game thank you so much making this game I wished I’d get to meet you but I can’t  you don’t know how thankful I sm

### 5/5 — Earn to die 1 Lite

*2022-12-25, version 1.0.21*

Even though it’s free, you can still have lots of fun with it! I’ve been playing the Lite version for several years, and I have so many good memories!

### 5/5 — Childhood

*2022-11-18, version 1.0.21*

Thank you for making my child hood the best I really appreciate it the graphics the times I played this after school and so much thank you

### 5/5 — My review

*2022-11-06, version 1.0.21*

I love the game is perfect to go to Lovett to go or I love it zombies are super good good song to fix music storyline perfect let’s play this game it’s fun
🧟‍♂️🚗

### 5/5 — 10/10

*2022-10-23, version 1.0.21*

This game is truly a 10/10 and I love to play it when I’m bored or have nothing to do. I truly encourage anyone to get the game if you are just bored and don’t have anything to do or just to play a game.

### 3/5 — Money over due

*2022-06-05, version 1.0.21*

They game was fun until the next level.
You have to buy the next game!
But some kids mite not have the money.
This was stupid over all it’s a decent game.

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2022-03-19, version 1.0.21*

I used to play this game when I was younger and it is still awesome and  I love it so much

### 5/5 — Extremely Entertaining

*2022-01-27, version 1.0.21*

I love this game, I have been playing it for 5 years because it never fails to entertain me! No matter how much times I beat the game, I still love playing it. Great game.

### 5/5 — THANK U FOR A GREAT CHILDHOOD🥰

*2021-11-18, version 1.0.21*

I temper playing this game during lunch and after school every day and and on my dads phone it was fun thank you for the good old memories❤️

### 5/5 — Fun little game for ~30 minutes

*2021-10-06, version 1.0.21*

This is a fun little game to download for like a short car trip, it is the same length as the original flash game so you aren't missing anything. If you want more you can also buy the full game with new content

## Frequently asked questions about Earn to Die Lite

### What is Earn to Die Lite?

Earn to Die Lite is a free-to-play version of the popular zombie apocalypse driving game. It allows players to experience the core gameplay loop of driving through zombie hordes and earning cash to upgrade their vehicles.

### What are the key features of Earn to Die Lite?

The lite version lets you drive through zombies, earn cash to upgrade your vehicle with weapons and boosters, and play through the first level of the Story Mode. You can also unlock and customize vehicles.

### Is Earn to Die Lite free to play?

Yes, Earn to Die Lite is free to download and play. It offers a taste of the full game's content, including the first level of the Story Mode.

### What devices is Earn to Die Lite compatible with?

The game is available on iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad, indicating compatibility with iOS devices.

### What is the main goal of the game?

The main goal is to drive through hordes of zombies in a desert environment to escape alive. Players earn cash to upgrade their vehicles, making them more effective at smashing through zombies and surviving the apocalypse.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.0.21 — 2016-03-13

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Bug fixes

### 1.0.8 — 2013-07-29

- Corrected an issue from the previous build which caused the game to crash for a small number of iPod touch (4th Generation) users

### 1.0.7 — 2013-06-17

- Improvements to game performance on older devices
- Privacy Policy link added

### 1.0.4 — 2012-11-16

No release notes.

## Apps similar to Earn to Die Lite

| App | Rating | Price | Category |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Happy Wheels](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/happy-wheels/id648668184) | 4.4 (40,185) | Free | Games |
| [Drive Ahead! Fun Vehicle Fight](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drive-ahead-fun-vehicle-fight/id964436963) | 4.6 (150,914) | Free | Games |
| [Torque Burnout](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/torque-burnout/id872424895) | 4.2 (3,451) | Free | Games |
| [Drift legends](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drift-legends/id1186204506) | 4.3 (2,261) | Free | Games |
| [Trucks Off Road](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trucks-off-road/id1486115426) | 4.3 (7,874) | Free | Games |
| [Smashy Road: Wanted](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smashy-road-wanted/id1020119327) | 4.1 (11,452) | Free | Games |

## More apps by Not Doppler

- [Earn to Die](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earn-to-die/id554937499)
- [Earn to Die HD](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earn-to-die-hd/id554941343)
- [Earn to Die HD Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earn-to-die-hd-lite/id573143621)
- [Earn to Die 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earn-to-die-2/id891194610)
- [Earn to Die 2 Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earn-to-die-2-lite/id949255899)

All apps by Not Doppler: https://appshunter.io/developer/554937502

---

*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*