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Dead Engine
Fight to survive against zombies hunting in coordinated hordes through a pixel-art post-apocalyptic city. Loot the abandoned city, merge items to enhance your power, and expand your backpack. Each run tests your tactical skills while trading uncovers haunting survivor stories.
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2025
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Red Axe Games

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Coming Soon To Early Access

The developers of this game intend to release as a work in progress, developing with the feedback of players.

Note: Games in Early Access are not complete and may or may not change further. If you are not excited to play this game in its current state, then you should wait to see if the game progresses further in development. Learn more

What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“We chose Early Access to make a better game by actively listening to player feedback. This approach helps us understand what works and what doesn’t”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We plan to keep Dead Engine in Early Access for at least one year, but this period may be extended based on player feedback. While it’s difficult to give an exact date, we will keep you updated at every stage.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“We plan to expand the game with new content and polish core mechanics based on player feedback to deliver a more comprehensive experience.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The Early Access version currently features four unique playable characters, each with distinct gameplay mechanics, and a meticulously crafted level. Players can collect nearly 100 items, including over 10 short stories to discover, offering high replayability”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“We plan to raise the price once the full version is released.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“We plan to maintain close communication with our players throughout development. Feedback from Discord, Twitter, and Steam forums will be carefully documented and incorporated into our plans. We’ll share updates regularly and organize polls to gather input on new content and mechanics.”
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Planned Release Date: 2025

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About This Game

Dead Engine is a survival action-roguelike where players explore a post-apocalyptic city overrun by intelligent zombie threats. Each choice to fight or flee impacts survival as zombies actively track, adapt, and work together to hunt their prey. Loot critical items and manage your expandable backpack—every item could mean the difference between life and death. Each encounter tests your ability to read zombie behavior, utilize looted items, and turn the environment into a battleground.                 

                                                        

Hand-Drawn Pixel Environment and Survival Tactics

Our post-apocalyptic world comes alive through hand-drawn pixel art, where every corner of the carefully crafted maps holds strategic potential. Plan your escape routes, set clever traps, and transform city ruins into deadly obstacles. Your survival depends on how well you use the terrain against the zombie hordes.

Advanced Zombie AI

Zombies in Dead Engine think, adapt, and hunt as a collective threat. Our unique pathfinding system enables them to intelligently move through the city, adjusting their routes based on your position. When they spot others nearby, they merge into dangerous hunting hordes. Ranged zombies bring another layer of challenge - they'll keep their distance while attacking and launch acid bombs over structures if you try to hide.

Inventory Management & Expandable Backpack

Loot valuable items throughout the city that can be merged to enhance their power. Your expandable backpack determines how much you can carry - unlock new slots in any order you choose. Discover special backpacks like Medic and Military variants that provide unique bonuses to specific items, creating powerful combinations for your survival runs.

Trade and Stories

Between intense looting runs, find respite at your shop where fellow survivors gather to trade. By selling items they desperately need, you'll not only earn more scrap but also uncover their haunting survival stories. Each completed trade reveals another chapter of their journey, making every transaction meaningful.

Features

  • Intense 20-30 Minute Survival Runs

  • Advanced Zombie AI with Dynamic Horde Behavior

  • Hand-Crafted Pixel Art Environment

  • Dynamic Environment with Strategic Traps and Defensive Turrets

  • Inventory Management System

  • Mergeable Items

  • Expandable Backpack System with Specialized Types

  • Base Building & Trading System

  • Rich Survivor Stories to Uncover

  • 4 Unique Playable Characters

  • Roguelike Progression System

System Requirements

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