# Into the Dead — The original zombie runner

> Intense zombie apocalypse survival runner with weapons and companions. (iPhone/iPad app by PikPok.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/into-the-dead/id535609266 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PikPok](https://appshunter.io/developer/323296229)
- Category: Games, Action, Casual
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 10,442 App Store ratings · 647 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 318 MB
- Languages: Dutch, Danish, German (Germany), Russian, Malay, Norwegian Bokmål, Swedish, European Spanish, American English, Italian and 4 more
- Released: 2012-12-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/into-the-dead/id535609266/reviews.md

## What is Into the Dead?

Into the Dead throws you into the gruesome world of the zombie apocalypse where there are no second chances.  Do what you have to in order to stay alive, keep moving as fast as you can, and protect yourself by any means necessary.  When the Dead are rising, run!

FEATURES:
• Intense gameplay with stunning visuals, featuring Metal support, and high-quality sound design depicting a grim zombie apocalypse
• Unlock an arsenal of powerful weapons and perks to help you stay alive
• Collect loyal canine companions to help keep the horde off your back 
• Mission Sets provide constant challenges to overcome
• Challenge your friends to beat your high scores and compete on global leaderboards with Facebook and GameCenter support
• Multiple control schemes with 3D touch support (requires compatible device)
• Share your runs with friends using ReplayKit (requires iOS 9)
• Share progress between devices using iCloud
• Ongoing updates to deliver new modes, features, and content


We love to hear from our players!

On Twitter? Drop us a line @pikpokgames and join the conversation with #IntoTheDead


Into the Dead is free to play but offers some game items for purchase with real money.

## Key features

- Intense zombie survival gameplay
- Unlock weapons and perks
- Collect canine companions
- Mission sets for challenges
- Global leaderboards and friend challenges
- Multiple control schemes

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Coin Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coin Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Large Coin Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Huge Coin Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Coin Doubler | $2.99 | one-time |
| Super Coin Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Wolf "Ghost" | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unlock all dogs (Blitz, Cairo, Titan, Ghost) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Premium Weapon - Crossbow | $2.99 | one-time |
| Companion: Sabre | $4.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Into the Dead?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 🎨 Great graphics
- 💯 Classic zombie game
- 🐕 Enjoyable dog companion

**Cons**

- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🔍 Limited weapon variety without paying
- 📺 Too many ads
- 🔁 Repetitive environments

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes or freezes during gameplay
- Issues with ad integration disrupting gameplay

**Most requested features**

- More game modes and environments
- Ability to purchase weapons with in-game currency
- Improved story or narrative elements
- Multiplayer or co-op functionality

## Recent user reviews (10 of 647)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/into-the-dead/id535609266/reviews.md

### 4/5 — My thoughts

*2026-08-19, version 2.9.4*

This game is pretty good. I just got it, and I might continue playing

### 5/5 — 10 out of 10

*2026-08-19, version 2.9.4*

I love this game. I like the open runner start in the horror aspects of it. It’s just so fun.

### 5/5 — Cool

*2026-08-16, version 2.9.4*

She

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2026-08-12, version 2.9.4*

This game is actually really good. I recommend you try it and the second one.

### 5/5 — By Da queen💗💗 play with me

*2026-08-10, version 2.9.4*

A very good game

### 5/5 — Отзыв к Into the dead

*2026-08-08, version 2.9.4*

Игра золото но есть минус: я играю и мне сразу дают кукурузное поле а с перком пистолет в начале кукурузное поле не дают
А так минусов нет

### 5/5 — Gg

*2026-08-08, version 2.9.4*

Great game

### 5/5 — One of the last few best games

*2026-08-08, version 2.9.4*

Old? Yeah. Superior game? Absolutely yes. Please keep it in the AppStore 🙏

### 5/5 — Cool.

*2026-08-03, version 2.9.4*

Nice.

### 4/5 — Lisandro

*2026-07-30, version 2.9.4*

Es muy buen juego,entretenido y a la vez te da miedo

## Frequently asked questions about Into the Dead

### What is Into the Dead about?

Into the Dead is a game where you are thrown into a zombie apocalypse and must run to survive. You'll need to use weapons and other means to protect yourself from the rising dead.

### What are the key features of Into the Dead?

Key features include intense gameplay with stunning visuals and sound, unlocking powerful weapons and perks, collecting canine companions, completing mission sets, and competing with friends on global leaderboards.

### Is Into the Dead free to play?

Yes, Into the Dead is free to play. However, it does offer some in-game items that can be purchased with real money.

### What platforms is Into the Dead available on?

The description mentions support for Metal, Facebook, GameCenter, 3D Touch, and ReplayKit, suggesting it is available on iOS devices. It also mentions iCloud for progress sharing between devices.

### How can I compete with other players?

You can challenge your friends to beat your high scores and compete on global leaderboards. The game supports Facebook and GameCenter for social integration and competition.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.9.4 — 2026-02-18

- Various bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 2.9.2 — 2025-08-06

- Various bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 2.9.1 — 2025-07-08

- Various bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 2.9.0 — 2025-06-03

- Various bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 2.8.8 — 2025-02-03

- Various bug fixes and performance improvements.

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