Comparison

Zombie Outbreak Simulator vs Arma Tactics

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

Simulate and customize zombie outbreaks in real-world locations using Google Maps. Control outbreak parameters, observe chaos unfold, and even join the fight with military interventions. Explore thousands of player-created maps or offline options.

Highlights
  • Real-world map simulation with Google Maps integration
  • Customizable outbreak parameters (zombie speed, civilian numbers, etc.)
  • Observe infection spread from satellite to street view
  • Direct intervention with bombs, soldiers, and helicopters
  • Thousands of player-created maps
  • Offline map play
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 This free version of the app contains limited features, with in-app purchases for upgrades to unlock the full functionality. Initially you have access to two maps (one online, one offline), limited outbreak settings, and limited numbers of bombs, soldiers and helicopters.

About

Arma Tactics

Experience turn-based close-combat strategy on mobile. Control a four-member Special Forces team, employing stealth or direct tactics to overcome diverse enemies. Enjoy highly replayable missions with unlockable weapons and campaigns.

Highlights
  • Turn-based close-combat strategy
  • Control a four-member Special Forces team
  • Stealth and direct combat options
  • Story-driven and generated missions
  • Unlockable weapons and campaigns
  • High replayability
Features
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***NOTE: Compatible with iPad 2 and up, iPad mini, iPod touch 5 and up and iPhone 4S and up – WILL NOT RUN ON EARLIER DEVICES*** Arma Tactics takes the best from the popular strategy genre... and goes mobile. The finest assets used in the critically acclaimed Arma™ series on PC now come to life on the mobile platforms, in one of the best looking mobile games to date. Arma Tactics is a turn-based close-combat strategy game, where the player takes control of a four-member Special Forces team. There are no given strategies, rails to move on, or paths to follow; it‘s up to the player to decide how he will play through both the story-driven missions and generated missions with randomized objectives. Whether using stealth or a more direct approach, players will need to use their strategic thinking and use both basic and advanced weaponry while facing many different opponents - ranging from unorganized local militia to smart and skilled mercenaries. With highly replayable missions, achievements, weapons to unlock and whole campaigns to be regularly added, Arma Tactics offers many hours of intense ever-changing action. * Having problems? Please drop us a line at support@bistudio.com * Want to know about upcoming content? Keep checking www.facebook.com/ArmaTactics

Screenshots

Zombie Outbreak Simulator4 screens
Arma Tactics4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Zombie Outbreak Simulator at Free against Arma Tactics's $4.99. Zombie Outbreak Simulator also leads on rating (4.1 vs 3.0) and review sentiment (69% vs 45%). Arma Tactics's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence 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 is free to download; Arma Tactics costs $4.99 up front. Zombie Outbreak Simulator sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Arma Tactics asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Zombie Outbreak Simulator holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Zombie Outbreak Simulator has 1.7K ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Zombie Outbreak Simulator's written reviews are positive against 45% of Arma Tactics's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Zombie Outbreak Simulator ships an update every 3 months, Arma Tactics every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Zombie Outbreak Simulator versus Arma Tactics: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZombie Outbreak SimulatorArma Tactics
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating4.1 (1.7K ratings) — better3.0 (26 ratings)
Positive reviews69.3% of reviews — better45.2% of reviews
Number of ratings1.7K — better26
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.08.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size103 MB666 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperBinary Space Pty LtdBohemia Interactive a.s.

Customer experience

Zombie Outbreak Simulator

All ratings1,699 ratings
Positive78.1%
Neutral6.6%
Negative15.3%
Written reviews368 reviews
Positive69.3%
Neutral10.6%
Negative20.1%

Arma Tactics

All ratings26 ratings
Positive42.3%
Neutral3.8%
Negative53.8%
Written reviews199 reviews
Positive45.2%
Neutral14.6%
Negative40.2%

User reviews

Zombie Outbreak Simulator

From 1.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great simulator
  • 🚀 Immersive gameplay
  • 👍 Beautiful graphics
  • 👍 Addictive and fun

Room to improve

  • 💰 Pay-to-play model
  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches
  • 🐛 AI issues
  • 🔒 Limited free content

Arma Tactics

From 26 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Smooth gameplay
  • 🎨 Great graphics
  • 💡 Interesting tactical gameplay
  • 👍 Enjoyable experience
  • 🕹️ Challenging but rewarding

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🔍 Camera issues and limited visibility
  • 🕹️ Clunky and unintuitive controls
  • 🕰️ Slow and unresponsive at times
  • 🤖 Weak enemy AI

Bugs and requests

Zombie Outbreak Simulator

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Civilians getting stuck in buildings
  • Online and player-created maps not working
  • Issues with watching ads for in-game rewards
  • Restore purchases not working after reinstallation

Requested features

8 requests
  • Add more military units (tanks, helicopters, etc.)
  • Implement a sandbox mode with more customization
  • Improve zombie and civilian AI
  • Add more maps and locations
  • Introduce different zombie types and mutations
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  • Allow players to control individual units
  • Implement a base-building or fortification system
  • Add a wave-based survival mode

Arma Tactics

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes during mission loading
  • Enemies shooting through walls
  • Inability to complete certain missions
  • Disappearing medkits and gear
  • Unresponsive and buggy movement

Requested features

5 requests
  • More weapons and equipment options
  • Improved camera controls and zooming
  • Difficulty settings and customization
  • Multiplayer and co-op modes
  • More diverse and engaging missions

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Zombie Outbreak Simulator

One-time10
  • Unlock Offline & Online Maps$0.99
  • Unlock Outbreak Settings$0.99
  • Unlimited Soldiers$0.99
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  • Unlimited Mk81 Bombs$0.99
  • Unlimited Mk82 Bombs$0.99
  • Unlimited Helicopters$0.99
  • Unlock Player Maps - Americas$1.99
  • Unlimited Bombs, Soldiers & Helicopters$2.99
  • Unlock All Player Maps$2.99
  • Unlock Everything$4.99
None

Arma Tactics

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Zombie Outbreak Simulator free?
Zombie Outbreak Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Arma Tactics free?
Arma Tactics costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Zombie Outbreak Simulator or Arma Tactics?
Zombie Outbreak Simulator is rated higher. Zombie Outbreak Simulator averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while Arma Tactics averages 3.0 from 26 ratings.
Do Zombie Outbreak Simulator or Arma Tactics have ads?
Zombie Outbreak Simulator shows ads; Arma Tactics does not.
Which is updated more often, Zombie Outbreak Simulator or Arma Tactics?
Zombie Outbreak Simulator ships an update every 3 months, and Arma Tactics every 2 months. Most recently, Zombie Outbreak Simulator was updated on October 20, 2026 and Arma Tactics on October 18, 2026.

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