Comparison

Zombie HQ vs Bug Heroes 2

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

Head to head
About

Zombie HQ

Fight hordes of zombies across 18 levels, scavenge for powerful weapons, and rescue survivors. Customize your rooftop hideout with weapons and amenities to survive the apocalypse. Enjoy console-quality 3D graphics and gamepad support.

Highlights
  • 18 action-packed levels
  • Weapon scavenging and upgrades
  • Survivor rescue missions
  • Rooftop hideout customization
  • Console-quality 3D graphics
  • Gamepad compatibility
Features
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Your city has been overrun. The zombie infestation is seriously getting in the way of your downtime. It’s time to take back what’s yours! Scavenge what you can, find bigger and badder weapons, and take the fight to the undead! The streets are no longer safe, but you can seek refuge on the rooftops. What you need is somewhere to catch a breath, somewhere safe to kick back and prepare for your next explosive zombie-killing mission ... what you need is a Zombie HQ! FAST-PACED ZOMBIE-BLASTING ACTION • Shoot your way through 18 action-packed levels of zombie-slaying goodness. • Rescue survivors and complete extra bonus missions for big rewards. • Use and upgrade shotguns, flamethrowers, explosives, rifles, gun turrets, chainsaws and more! CUSTOMISE YOUR PERFECT ROOFTOP HIDEOUT • Deck out your ultimate zombie safe house with weapons systems, pool tables, hot tubs, turntables – whatever you need to see out the apocalypse! • Earn extra rewards from different daily items and events around your base. • Kit yourself out in the latest zombie survival apparel, from caps and hockey facemasks to centurion armour! CONSOLE-QUALITY GAMING • Fight through detailed 3D environments as you battle for survival. • Make the most of A7 Apple devices with impressive custom full-screen FX. • Play Zombie HQ on your favourite compatible gamepad.* Not everyone will survive the zombie apocalypse, but with a fully tricked out HQ... you will!

About

Bug Heroes 2

Engage in epic battles as miniature heroes defending their homes. Master unique characters, customize your squad, and fortify your base against hordes of enemies. Enjoy diverse single-player modes or test your skills in competitive multiplayer.

Highlights
  • 25 unique heroes to master
  • Squad-based gameplay, control two heroes
  • Base fortification and turret building
  • Level up heroes and equip gear
  • Single-player missions and endless mode
  • 2v2 competitive multiplayer
Features
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Every day while you're gone, an epic battle of swords, guns, and armor rages on your counters, on your floors, and in your yard... Enter the world of the Bug Heroes! From the creators of Block Fortress and Heroes & Castles comes a new adventure, blending fast paced action, strategy, and defensive gameplay! Master 25 unique heroes - from a hook wielding Waterbug pirate, to an old and wise Aphid sensei, a champion Bumblebee boxer, a grenade launching Worm, a poison obsessed Stinkbug, and tons more! Choose and customize your squad of two, then seamlessly switch between them while unleashing a variety of powerful abilities on your enemies. Scavenge for food and junk, fortify your base, build turrets, level up your heroes, equip weapons and armor, and survive! Or, put your skills to the test in up to 2v2 competitive multiplayer battles! ---------------------------- FEATURES • MOBA-like competitive & cooperative multiplayer • Tons of single player content, including missions, an endless mode, and a base vs base skirmish mode • 25 unique heroes to master - form your team of two • Innovative squad based gameplay - control two heroes simultaneously • Level up your Bug Heroes, increase their skills, and buy weapons, armor, and gear • Scavenge for food, then defend your Food Stash with turrets and upgrades • Complete missions, earn stars, and unlock a host of powerful upgrades • Master both melee and ranged combat. Slice your enemies with swords, swat bugs off of ledges, blast them from long range with guns and magic, and more • Tactical gameplay - use cover to defeat your enemies • Over 75 varied enemy types to battle ---------------------------- Questions or comments? Follow us on Twitter @FoursakenMedia, or like us on Facebook!

Screenshots

Zombie HQ4 screens
Bug Heroes 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Zombie HQ at every 2 months against Bug Heroes 2's every 10 months. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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

Both are free to download. Zombie HQ sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Bug Heroes 2 sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bug Heroes 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.5K and 962 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Zombie HQ's written reviews are positive against 85% of Bug Heroes 2's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Zombie HQ ships an update every 2 months, Bug Heroes 2 every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Zombie HQ versus Bug Heroes 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZombie HQBug Heroes 2
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.5K ratings)4.8 (962 ratings) — better
Positive reviews77.5% of reviews84.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.5K — better962
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 10 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size105 MB573 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperRebellion GamesFoursaken Media

Customer experience

Zombie HQ

All ratings1,521 ratings
Positive89.7%
Neutral4.3%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews409 reviews
Positive77.5%
Neutral6.6%
Negative15.9%

Bug Heroes 2

All ratings954 ratings
Positive94.0%
Neutral2.9%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews478 reviews
Positive84.5%
Neutral10.3%
Negative5.2%

User reviews

Zombie HQ

From 1.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast-paced zombie shooting
  • 🎨 Great graphics and animations
  • 💡 Customizable HQ and character
  • 👍 Addictive and fun gameplay

Room to improve

  • 🔋 Energy system limits playtime
  • 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches
  • 🕹️ Repetitive missions

Bug Heroes 2

From 962 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fun and addictive gameplay
  • 👍 Unique bug-themed characters
  • 💫 Incredible game that deserves more recognition
  • 🎨 Great graphics and design

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs, especially when selecting certain heroes
  • ⏰ Restrictive heart/energy system that limits playtime
  • 🤯 Frustrating crashes and freezes

Bugs and requests

Zombie HQ

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Screen orientation issues
  • Disappearing purchased items
  • Bonus missions not working
  • Crashes and freezes

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add multiplayer mode
  • Expand mission variety
  • Improve energy system
  • More customization options

Bug Heroes 2

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes when selecting certain heroes
  • Freezing and performance issues
  • Multiplayer connectivity problems

Requested features

5 requests
  • More heroes and character variety
  • Removal of heart/energy system
  • Improved multiplayer functionality
  • New game modes and maps
  • Regular updates and bug fixes

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Zombie HQ

One-time10
  • Special Offer 01$0.99
  • Special Offer 02$0.99
  • Special Offer 03$0.99
Show 7 more
  • Gold Digger$1.99
  • Purse Snatcher$1.99
  • Machine Gun Minister$1.99
  • Grave Robber$4.99
  • Pick Pocket$4.99
  • Small Fortune$9.99
  • Turbo Recharge$9.99
8 purchases

Bug Heroes 2

One-time8
  • Diamonds - 150$0.99
  • Hearts - Refill$0.99
  • Hearts - Unlimited$1.99
Show 5 more
  • Diamonds - 500$2.99
  • Diamonds - 800$4.99
  • Diamonds - 1,700$9.99
  • Diamonds - 3,750$19.99
  • Diamonds - 10,000$49.99

Questions

Is Zombie HQ free?
Zombie HQ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bug Heroes 2 free?
Bug Heroes 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Zombie HQ or Bug Heroes 2?
Bug Heroes 2 is rated higher. Zombie HQ averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Bug Heroes 2 averages 4.8 from 962 ratings.
Do Zombie HQ or Bug Heroes 2 have ads?
Both Zombie HQ and Bug Heroes 2 show ads.
Which is updated more often, Zombie HQ or Bug Heroes 2?
Zombie HQ ships an update every 2 months, and Bug Heroes 2 every 10 months. Most recently, Zombie HQ was updated on October 22, 2026 and Bug Heroes 2 on October 24, 2026.

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