Zombie Outbreak Simulator vs Optical Inquisitor 17+
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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.
Optical Inquisitor 17+
Embark on a revenge mission in this retro sniper adventure set in 1988. Utilize superior sniper mechanics and ragdoll physics to exact vengeance and reunite with your daughter. Explore interactive levels, customize weapons, and enjoy an authentic 80s soundtrack.
- Superior sniper mechanics
- Ragdoll physics and destructible bodies
- Weapon customization
- 80s style soundtrack
- Interactive level elements
- Retro 80s cell phones
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Its the year 1988. Acid wash jeans are in. Our hero, Tommy Rissken has been betrayed by his friends and had to serve a prison sentence for 8 years. Now he's back with a vengeance. With your help, he'll get his revenge on his 'friends' and be able to return to his daughter. Top 10 Strategy Game in over 10 countries! **NOTE: Compatible with iPhone 4, iPad 2 and up.** Features: - Superior Sniper mechanics - Great ragdoll physics, destructible bodies - Racing and Underground Gamblers Club - Great cartoon animations - Amazing 80s style soundtrack from 'Perturbator', 'RTRY', 'Vector Hold', 'Protector-101', 'Palm Highway Chase', 'Tommy', 'Betamaxx', 'Flash Аrnold', 'M-Town Vice', 'Vincenzo Salvia', 'Hot Hot Hawk', 'Brutal Pony Riders', 'Bestrack', 'The Аstral Stereo Project', 'Bourgeoisie', 'Mr Pteez', 'Quasars', 'DrPECCO' - Build your own weapons - Great interactive elements in levels - Old 80's style cell phones - No IAP =Trailer on Youtube= http://youtu.be/Tn_GHBDlvmc Follow us for the latest info and game news! • http://crescentmoongames.com/other-games/ • http://facebook.com/crescentmoongames • http://facebook.com/OpticalInquisitor • http://twitter.com/cm_games
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Zombie Outbreak Simulator at Free against Optical Inquisitor 17+'s $0.99. Optical Inquisitor 17+'s advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.1) and in-app purchases (none vs 10). On ratings volume, 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
Zombie Outbreak Simulator is free to download; Optical Inquisitor 17+ costs $0.99 up front. Zombie Outbreak Simulator sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Optical Inquisitor 17+ asks for nothing beyond the download.
Optical Inquisitor 17+ holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.7K and 711 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Zombie Outbreak Simulator's written reviews are positive against 92% of Optical Inquisitor 17+'s.
Zombie Outbreak Simulator ships an update every 3 months, Optical Inquisitor 17+ every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Zombie Outbreak Simulator | Optical Inquisitor 17+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 4.1 (1.7K ratings) | 4.7 (711 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 69.9% of reviews | 92.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1.7K — better | 711 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 7.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 103 MB | 68 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Binary Space Pty Ltd | Crescent Moon Games LLC |
Customer experience
Zombie Outbreak Simulator
Optical Inquisitor 17+
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
Optical Inquisitor 17+
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Zombie Outbreak Simulator
- 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
Optical Inquisitor 17+
No in-app purchases
Questions
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