Walking Dead Officially Switches Genres with Streets of Survival, Earning Mixed Reviews

A new kind of Walking Dead game

Many games based on The Walking Dead have used narrative-focused formats. Streets of Survival instead brings the franchise into the arcade brawler genre. The officially licensed game is set in the world of AMC’s The Walking Dead. Players can fight as characters such as Rick Grimes and Daryl Dixon against zombie hordes.

Familiar weapons and places

The game includes weapons featured in the television series, including Rick’s magnum and Michonne’s katana. Players can also visit familiar locations such as the Sanctuary and Alexandria. Despite those connections to the show, the game has received a mixed response from players on Steam.

Players disagree on its strengths

Some players have criticized the gameplay as unintuitive and repetitive, and raised concerns about the visuals and controls. One reviewer also faulted the game for not offering cooperative play.

Other players have been more positive, praising the art and gameplay. One said character upgrades felt rewarding and described the game as challenging, especially for players new to beat ’em ups.

Steam discount ends November 3

The Walking Dead: Streets of Survival is available on Steam for $13.99, with a 30% discount. The offer is scheduled to run until November 3. The Walking Dead franchise began as a comic book series created by Robert Kirkman, Tony Moore and Charlie Adlard. AMC’s television series launched in 2010, followed by spin-offs, games, novels and other media.