Modes
5+
Team Deathmatch, Capture the Flag, Prop Hunt, Survival, more.Transmission 09 // first solo game by Firewall Games
Deadwave
A fast-paced arcade zombie game for PC — squads battle through co-op zombie survival waves, competitive PvP firefights, and Prop Hunt chaos. A stylized zombie game perfect for kids, teens, and hardcore fans alike.
DW/01 — Game overview
Neon necromancy meets tactical survival
Deadwave keeps every match fresh with arcade-style playlists flowing from Team Deathmatch and Capture the Flag to round-based co-op zombie survival — all built in Unreal Engine 5 and easy to pick up for kids, teens, and veteran zombie game fans.
- Fast, kinetic arcade gunplay tuned for pads + mouse — great for young players and veterans.
- Round-based zombie waves with escalating difficulty — classic arcade zombie game loop.
- Shared inventory tech between PvP and co-op zombie survival playlists.
- Signal-driven narrative arcs that unlock seasonal rituals.
- Eight stylized launch maps, with more Unreal Engine 5 arenas coming after release.
Players
1–12
Cross-play sessions powered by EOS.Status
Coming Soon
Wishlist now; closed playtests run through 2025.Roadmap updated for Q4 2025 with new playlists and zombie variants.
DW/02 — Featured playlist
Zombies
Survive escalating rounds while different types of zombies try to overwhelm your squad. Deadwave's co-op mode ties squads together through infection risk, limited lives, and wave-based bosses worthy of a stylized Unreal Engine 5 showcase.
20 Rounds of escalation
Boss rituals every 5 waves
Shared life pool + revives
Virus + vaccine system
Kill Streaks, Nuke, Invincibility and more
Armor and Health Upgrades
Stylized zombies game loop
Field capture // wave 9 of 20● rec
- Power pickups like the Nuke can reset entire rounds.
- Progression ranks persist between sessions to reward new zombie game veterans.
- Map carousel rotates between compact arenas and open ruins built in Unreal Engine 5.
DW/03 — Core systems
Signal-bent mechanics built for replay
Sys/01
Signal Arsenal
Advanced weapon sandbox w/ reactive audio, camera shake tuning, and modular attachments tuned for PvP + zombies.
Signature kits include the Pulse Rifle, Rail Cleaver, and Resonant Shotgun.Sys/02
Cross-Platform Netcode
Epic Online Services stack for matchmaking, lobbies, friends, and future cross-save.
Supports private + public playlists.Sys/03
Glitch Narrative
Collect encrypted broadcasts mid-match to unlock lore drops, skins, and alt endings.
Seasonal rituals reveal how the new zombie outbreak ripples across stylized ruins.Sys/04
Dynamic Difficulty
Adaptive director modulates spawn rates, boss buffs, and reward multipliers.
Great for squads of varying skill levels.Sys/05
Progression and XP
Player progression system and XP that unlocks new maps, characters, and stylized cosmetics.
Seasonal ranks keep veterans pushing deeper into the zombie meta.Sys/06
Zombie Drops
Zombie drops shower squads with Nukes, Air-Strikes, Double Points, and temporary invincibility moments.
Momentum swings ensure each zombies game feels like a new broadcast.DW/04 — Who is Deadwave for?
A zombie game for everyone
Aud/01
Arcade Fans
If you love fast-paced arcade shooters, Deadwave delivers round-based zombie waves, nuke power-ups, and quick-respawn PvP that feel right at home alongside classic arcade zombie games.
Aud/02
Kids & Young Players
Deadwave's stylized, cartoon-inspired visuals keep zombie action exciting without graphic gore — a fun co-op zombie game for kids ages 10+ who enjoy online multiplayer adventures with friends.
Aud/03
Co-op & Multiplayer Teams
Squad up with 1–4 friends in co-op zombie survival or jump into 12-player PvP lobbies. Deadwave's co-op zombie game mode features shared life pools and team revives built for group play.
Aud/04
Competitive PvP Players
Team Deathmatch, Capture the Flag, and Prop Hunt deliver skill-based multiplayer zombie showdowns with seasonal ranks and cross-platform matchmaking via Epic Online Services.
DW/05 — Versus & co-op playlists
Modes in rotation
Mode/01
Team Deathmatch
Classic 6v6 heat with sliding, mantling, and radar blackout events.
Mode/02
Capture the Flag
Symmetric maps featuring phase gates and firewall traps.
Mode/03
Prop Hunt
Asymmetric stealth with glitch props, audio baits, and scan pulses.
Mode/04
Zombie Survival
Co-op gauntlet detailed above. Supports 1-4 survivors.
DW/06 — Screens & captures
Field recordings
DW/07 — Available on Steam
Wishlist Deadwave now
Add Deadwave to your Steam library and be the first to drop into the signal when Early Access launches.
DW/08 — Questions & answers
Deadwave FAQ
Q/01What type of zombie game is Deadwave?
Deadwave is a fast-paced arcade zombie game for PC combining round-based co-op zombie survival, competitive PvP modes (Team Deathmatch, Capture the Flag, Prop Hunt), and stylized zombie waves — built in Unreal Engine 5 by Firewall Games.
Q/02Is Deadwave a good zombie game for kids?
Yes. Deadwave uses stylized, cartoon-inspired zombie visuals without realistic gore, making it a family-friendly zombie game for kids ages 10 and up. The arcade-style gameplay is easy to pick up and fun to play co-op with parents or friends.
Q/03Is Deadwave a multiplayer zombie game?
Yes. Deadwave is a multiplayer zombie game for PC supporting up to 12 players in PvP lobbies and 1–4 players in co-op zombie survival, powered by Epic Online Services for cross-platform matchmaking.
Q/04Does Deadwave have a co-op mode?
Yes. Deadwave's co-op zombie survival mode pits 1–4 players against 20 escalating rounds of zombie waves with boss encounters every 5th round, shared life pools, team revives, and arcade-style power pickups including Nukes and Air-Strikes.
Q/05Where can I play Deadwave?
Deadwave is available on PC via Steam. Wishlist it at store.steampowered.com to be notified when Early Access goes live.
DW/10 — Briefing requests
Want Deadwave intel?
Press, streamers, and collaborators can reach out for codes, kits, or interviews.
- Press Kit View the full press kit
- Discord Request a playtester Discord invite
- Steam Wishlist Deadwave on Steam