Comparison

Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro vs Block Fortress

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro

Simulate and customize zombie outbreaks on real-world maps. Control outbreak parameters, observe infection spread, and even intervene with military support. Explore thousands of locations globally.

Highlights
  • Real-world map simulation
  • Customizable outbreak parameters
  • Observe infection spread
  • Military intervention options
  • Thousands of global locations
  • Offline map support
Features
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Zombie Outbreak Simulator is a sandbox app where you can customize your own zombie outbreak. Choose from thousands of real locations around the world on Google Maps! ◆ Over 3 million downloads! ◆ • "a killer timewaster" - Gizmodo • "zombies plus Google Maps equals fun" - Games Radar • "a splendid idea, no matter how omnipresent zombies may be" - Rock, Paper, Shotgun • Apple Staff Favorite in the US, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Spain and 14 other countries! • Top 5 in Simulation and Strategy on the iPad! Watch a zombie outbreak unfold in real world environments, and alter the outbreak parameters to your liking. Do you prefer old-school slow movers, or the new fast movers? Is the population armed? How well can they shoot? How many police will be on patrol? Customize your own outbreak then watch the chaos unfold. Zoom in and out to keep track of the infection as it spreads across the map! Watch from a high satellite view to get an overview of the infection, or zoom right in and watch as civilians run for their lives, shoot at zombies and inevitably become infected. Keep track of the people's only hope - local law enforcement, as they fight back against overwhelming odds. Join in the action by raining fire from above with Mk81 and Mk82 bombs, delivered by A-10 Tank Killers! Parachute soldiers into the front lines to protect the civilians. Deploy helicopters to rescue civilians before they become overwhelmed. From the Settings screen you can change the following parameters: • Civilian numbers • Civilian armed % • Civilian accuracy • Initial zombie numbers • Zombie outbreak direction (N, E, S, W, Map Wide) • Zombie speed • Infection time (how long it takes for infected civs to turn into zombies) • Number of police • Police accuracy • Soldier accuracy From the Map Select screen you can choose from: • 15 featured online maps, using Google Maps • 5 offline maps (play anywhere even without an Internet connection) • Over 2,500 player maps using Google Maps, created by players of the game at www.class3outbreak.com Not sure if you want to buy this app? Try the free version of Zombie Outbreak Simulator instead!

About

Block Fortress

Design and construct your ultimate base, then defend it against waves of enemies. This game blends building freedom with intense first-person combat, challenging your skills as both a creator and a survivor.

Highlights
  • Tower defense and FPS gameplay mix
  • Complete base building freedom
  • Extensive crafting system
  • Cooperative and competitive multiplayer
  • 30+ building block types
  • 16+ advanced turret types
  • Variety of weapons and equipment
Features
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Build your fortress, and defend it to the end! Block Fortress gives you the freedom to create a stronghold in almost any way you can imagine, then puts you in the middle of the action trying to defend it. Put your skills as a builder and a fighter to the test as you try to survive the relentless attacks of the menacing Goblocks! Features: • a unique mix of TD and FPS gameplay • complete freedom to build your base in any way you choose, from towering fortresses, to sprawling castles • customize your blocks, weapons, and equipment using a massive crafting system • team up with your friends in 2-4 player cooperative and competitive multiplayer • fortify your walls with over 30 different building blocks • defend your base with more than 16 advanced turret types • gear up your character with tons of weapons and equipment, including rocket launchers, miniguns, shrink rays, jet packs, and more! • lots of support blocks - including power generators, depth charges, land mines, spotlights, teleporters, zip lines, and more! • day and night cycle - build lights and spotlights to prepare yourself for the harsh night! • several game modes, including a sandbox mode and a more intense survival mode • 7 different types of terrain to conquer • upload and share your creations, and download others

Screenshots

Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro4 screens
Block Fortress4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro at none against Block Fortress's 10. Block Fortress's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (82% vs 65%). On update cadence, ads, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro costs $4.99 and Block Fortress $1.99 up front. Block Fortress sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Block Fortress holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 322 and 1.4K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro's written reviews are positive against 82% of Block Fortress's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro versus Block Fortress: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZombie Outbreak Simulator ProBlock Fortress
Price$4.99$1.99 — better
Rating4.3 (322 ratings)4.6 (1.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews65.1% of reviews81.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3221.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#123 — better#139
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size103 MB269 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperBinary Space Pty LtdFoursaken Media

Customer experience

Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro

All ratings321 ratings
Positive83.5%
Neutral6.5%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews272 reviews
Positive65.1%
Neutral9.9%
Negative25.0%

Block Fortress

All ratings1,409 ratings
Positive89.9%
Neutral3.8%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews863 reviews
Positive81.8%
Neutral7.2%
Negative11.0%

User reviews

Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro

From 322 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Fun game
  • 🚀 Great concept
  • 💡 Interesting simulation
  • 🚀 Awesome for zombie fans

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Glitchy performance
  • 🔍 Limited map options
  • 🔍 Repetitive gameplay
  • 🔍 Lack of content updates

Block Fortress

From 1.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Still fun a decade later
  • 👍 Great game, brings back memories
  • 💡 Awesome game, deserves more players
  • 👍 Legendary game, no ads

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Saves not working consistently
  • 🐛 Mineral deposits run out, need more spawning
  • 🐛 Turrets don't shoot enemies
  • 🐛 Game freezes when trying to upload/download maps

Bugs and requests

Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Online/player maps not working
  • Civilians/zombies getting stuck on terrain
  • Frequent crashes and performance issues

Requested features

6 requests
  • More map options and customization
  • Ability to control zombies/civilians
  • Addition of new zombie/civilian types
  • More military/defensive options (tanks, turrets, etc.)
  • Ability to create safe zones and barricades
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  • Improved AI for zombies and civilians

Block Fortress

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Saves not working, progress resets
  • Purchased items not saving
  • Crashes when trying to play co-op
  • Shadows and terrain issues

Requested features

6 requests
  • Controller support
  • Ability to upgrade riot shield
  • More weapons and turrets
  • Friendly NPC soldiers to help defend
  • Larger maps
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  • Multiplayer improvements (lobbies, matchmaking, etc.)

In-app purchases

None

Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Block Fortress

One-time10
  • Rare Minerals 1$0.99
  • Experience Doubler$0.99
  • Constructor Bot$0.99
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  • Attacker Bot$0.99
  • Bruiser Bot$0.99
  • Dog Bot$0.99
  • Sniper Bot$0.99
  • Rare Minerals 2$1.99
  • Unlock All Bots$3.99
  • Rare Minerals 3$4.99

Questions

Is Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro free?
Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Block Fortress free?
Block Fortress costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro or Block Fortress?
Block Fortress is rated higher. Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro averages 4.3 out of 5 from 322 ratings, while Block Fortress averages 4.6 from 1.4K ratings.
Do Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro or Block Fortress have ads?
Neither Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro nor Block Fortress shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro or Block Fortress?
Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro ships an update every 2 months, and Block Fortress every 2 months. Most recently, Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro was updated on October 29, 2026 and Block Fortress on October 29, 2026.
Which is more popular, Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro or Block Fortress?
Zombie Outbreak Simulator Pro currently peaks at #123 in the App Store charts, and Block Fortress at #139. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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