Modes
5+
Team Deathmatch, Capture the Flag, Prop Hunt, Survival, more.Transmission 09 // Deadwave
Deadwave
Deadwave is 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.
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.
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 // Infection bloom
- 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.
Core systems
Signal-bent mechanics built for replay.
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.Cross-Platform Netcode
Epic Online Services stack for matchmaking, lobbies, friends, and future cross-save.
Supports private + public playlists.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.Dynamic Difficulty
Adaptive director modulates spawn rates, boss buffs, and reward multipliers.
Great for squads of varying skill levels.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.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.Who is Deadwave for?
A Zombie Game for Everyone
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.
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.
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.
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.
Versus & co-op playlists
Modes in rotation
Team Deathmatch
Classic 6v6 heat with sliding, mantling, and radar blackout events.
Capture the Flag
Symmetric maps featuring phase gates and firewall traps.
Prop Hunt
Asymmetric stealth with glitch props, audio baits, and scan pulses.
Zombie Survival
Co-op gauntlet detailed above. Supports 1-4 survivors.
Screens & captures
Field recordings
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.
Questions & answers
Deadwave FAQ
What 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.
Is 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.
Is 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.
Does 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.
Where 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.
Briefing requests
Want Deadwave intel?
Press, streamers, and collaborators can reach out for codes, kits, or interviews.
- Press Kit Request the latest press kit
- Discord Request a playtester Discord invite
- Steam Wishlist Deadwave on Steam