Best Zombie Running Game

248+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating

19 free apps & games

Updated October 2026

Out of 248+ zombie running game on iOS, 19 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Zombie Running Game (October 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Zombies, Run!	Free	4.8★ (24K)	No	Yes	Oct 2026
2	Into the Dead	Free	4.7★ (11K)	Yes	Yes	Oct 2026
3	Zombie Tsunami	Free	4.5★ (13K)	Yes	Yes	Oct 2026
4	Zombie Highway	Free	4.1★ (4.2K)	No	Yes	Oct 2026
5	Zombie Highway 2	Free	4.6★ (8.6K)	No	Yes	Oct 2026
6	Z Escape: Zombie Crowd Shooter	Free	4.6★ (108K)	Yes	Yes	Oct 2026
7	Z defense - Zombie Games	Free	4.7★ (64K)	Yes	Yes	Oct 2026
8	Idle Zombies	Free	4.8★ (68K)	Yes	Yes	Oct 2026

Top Picks for Zombie Running Game

#1

Zombies, Run! by Zombies Run! Ltd

Epic Running Adventures

Editor's Choice

💪 Health & Fitness

4.8😊(24K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Transform your workouts into epic audio adventures. This fitness app uses immersive storytelling to motivate you to run, walk, or jog anywhere, at any pace. Integrate your music and track your progress with GPS, unlocking new story elements as you go.

What We Love

👍 Motivating and engaging story
🚀 Immersive audio experience
💡 Unique zombie-themed running concept
👍 Helpful for building running habit
👍 Customizable zombie chases
👍 Useful base-building feature

Room to Improve

🐛 Buggy app performance
🔒 Paywall for full content access
🔒 Subscription model concerns
🐛 Inconsistent zombie chase mechanics
🐛 Inaccurate tracking and data issues
🐛 Apple Watch app unreliable

#2

Into the Dead by PikPok

The original zombie runner

Strong Contender

4.7😊(11K ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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Survive a relentless zombie apocalypse by running as fast as possible. Arm yourself with powerful weapons and loyal companions to fend off the undead horde. Compete with friends and players worldwide for the highest scores in this intense survival experience.

What We Love

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

Room to Improve

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

#3

Zombie Tsunami by Mobigame

Gather the Biggest Horde!

Worth Considering

4.5😊(13K ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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Lead a horde of zombies to attack a city, transforming pedestrians into more zombies. Eat your friends and race through destruction. This game offers simple controls, exciting bonuses, and numerous upgrades.

What We Love

🤩 Awesome game
🤗 Nostalgic and fun
🕹️ Addictive gameplay
🎨 Charming visuals
🎶 Great music
🕰️ Can play offline

Room to Improve

🤬 Too many ads
🤯 Difficult obstacles
🐢 Slow zombie movement
💰 Expensive in-app purchases
🐛 Bugs and glitches

More Zombie Running Game apps to explore

by Auxbrain, Inc.

Race down a highway, smashing and shooting leaping zombies. Upgrade your arsenal and vehicles to survive as long as possible against relentless hordes. Compete with friends and players worldwide for the highest scores.

Smash and shoot zombiesUnlock weapons and carsCompete on leaderboards

Zombie Highway 2

Zombie Highway 2

Zombie Highway 2

by Auxbrain, Inc.

Drive through an endless highway, smashing and shooting waves of zombies. Upgrade your car and weapons to survive longer and achieve higher scores. Compete with friends in daily challenges and unlock new content.

Endless runner gameplay6 specialized cars18 upgradable weapons

free with in-app purchases

Z Escape: Zombie Crowd Shooter

Z Escape: Zombie Crowd Shooter

Z Escape: Zombie Crowd Shooter

City Takeover Helicopter Game

Engage in intense zombie-shooting action from a helicopter, tasked with saving citizens and eliminating hordes of the undead. Upgrade weapons, unlock skins, and employ strategic gameplay to rescue survivors and achieve victory in this free-to-play challenge.

Shoot zombies from a helicopterSave hostagesUnlock new skins and weapons

free with in-app purchases

Z defense - Zombie Games

Z defense - Zombie Games

Z defense - Zombie Games

They are coming, run & guns up

Escape a relentless zombie tsunami by becoming a zombie catcher. Shoot hordes of undead, discover new zones, and upgrade weapons and companions to survive. Mow down billions of hungry zombies to secure your territory and stop their advance.

Shoot zombie hordesDiscover new zonesUnlock and upgrade weapons

free with in-app purchases

Fight against the Zombie Horde

Defend cities from a relentless zombie horde in this idle defense game. Upgrade your arsenal with earned currency, unlock unique weapons and skills, and battle legendary bosses. It's an easy-to-learn, tough-to-master experience that tests your swiping and tapping skills.

Idle defense gameplayUpgrade weapons and artilleryBattle legendary bosses

free with in-app purchases

Zombieville USA 2

Zombieville USA 2

Zombieville USA 2

by Mika Mobile, Inc.

Engage in arcade-style zombie combat with enhanced graphics and gameplay. Customize characters with weapons and skills, and battle the undead solo or with friends. Unlock a vast array of content and compete for high scores.

Arcade action combatCharacter customizationUnlockable weapons and skills

Stupid Zombies® 2

Stupid Zombies® 2

Stupid Zombies® 2

More Bouncy Gun Shooting Fun!

Engage in a zombie-slaying adventure with a sequel packed with new creatures, weapons, and puzzles. Enjoy 600 levels of bouncy gun shooting fun with a choice of hero characters and competitive leaderboards.

600 levelsBouncy gun shooting gameplayMale and female hero characters

free with in-app purchases

UNKILLED - Zombie Online FPS

UNKILLED - Zombie Online FPS

UNKILLED - Zombie Online FPS

Survival Zombies Shooting Game

Engage in intense first-person shooter battles against a zombie apocalypse. Team up with friends for cooperative missions or challenge players worldwide in thrilling PvP multiplayer modes. Customize your hero and weapons to survive the undead threat.

Intense PvP multiplayer battlesOver 150 solo combat missionsVariety of unique enemies and bosses

free with in-app purchases

Death Invasion : Zombie Games

Death Invasion : Zombie Games

Death Invasion : Zombie Games

Survive in zombie battlelands

Arm yourself and fight to escape a zombie-infested town. Gather resources, form squads with other survivors, and upgrade your weapons and gear to overcome hordes of infected and powerful bosses. Experience intense third-person shooting action to survive.

Third-person shooting gameplayZombie survival mechanicsResource gathering and management

free with in-app purchases

Zombie Run 2 Fast Endless Rush

Zombie Run 2 Fast Endless Rush

Zombie Run 2 Fast Endless Rush

Angry Battle & Crazy Running 2

Smash, run, and jump as a powerful zombie monster. Collect potions and gems to upgrade your house and unlock new characters. Experience endless running action through various spooky locations.

Zombie character selectionPower-up collectionHouse and booster upgrades

free with in-app purchases

Zombieville USA Lite

Zombieville USA Lite

Zombieville USA Lite

by Mika Mobile, Inc.

Survive a zombie apocalypse by battling the undead and scrounging for cash and ammunition. This lite version offers a taste of the action with a couple of levels, classic arcade gameplay, and impressive graphics.

Zombie combatScrounge for cash and ammoClassic arcade gameplay

The apocalypse is upon us!

Navigate a zombie-infested world by scavenging resources and upgrading your vehicle. Defend yourself and fellow survivors against the horde while expanding your mobile base to conquer the wastelands. Discover and rescue others, making critical choices about who to save.

Scavenge resources on the moveDefend against zombie hordesExpand apocalypse vehicle

free with in-app purchases

by 2 Zombie Games

Engage in an action-packed zombie apocalypse survival game. Run, aim, and shoot your way through hordes of the undead. Customize your character, upgrade weapons, and strategize your escape to become a zombie-killing machine.

Endless running and action-shootingWave-based zombie combatCharacter customization

free with in-app purchases

Zombies, Run! 5k Training

Zombies, Run! 5k Training

Zombies, Run! 5k Training

Couch to 5K - with Zombies

This app offers an 8-week audio adventure and training program designed to help beginners run a 5km distance. It provides clear instructions for walking, jogging, running, and stretching, building stamina and confidence over 25 workouts with a gripping story delivered to your headphones.

8-week 5K training programAudio adventure storyBeginner-friendly workouts

💪 Health & Fitness

free with in-app purchases

by Rebellion Games

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.

18 action-packed levelsWeapon scavenging and upgradesSurvivor rescue missions

free with in-app purchases

Zombie Hunt 3D: Run Shooting

Zombie Hunt 3D: Run Shooting

Zombie Hunt 3D: Run Shooting

Fun Run Shooting game

Girl vs Zombie: Running And Chasing

Girl vs Zombie: Running And Chasing

Girl vs Zombie: Running And Chasing

Help a pretty girl escape a zombie horde by tapping items to control her speed and movement. This fast-paced game requires quick reflexes to navigate obstacles and survive the chase.

Addictive gameplayZombie chase mechanicsItem-based speed control

FAQ about Zombie Running Game

What is the best zombie running game for iPhone?

Zombies, Run! tops our zombie running game ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 24K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free zombie running game for iPhone?

Yes — 19 of the top zombie running game we rank are free to download, including Zombies, Run! and Into the Dead.

Does Zombies, Run! have ads or in-app purchases?

Zombies, Run! has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.

How many zombie running game are on the App Store?

We track 248+ zombie running game on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.