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About Zeroad
Zeroad is a pixel-art roguelike shooter developed by DrillMindGames, launching December 31, 2026, for PC. It blends wave-based combat with procedural maps, thrusting you into endless zombie-infested roads. The core loop is simple: survive hordes, collect modifiers for weapons, and power up your character to push further each run. Single-player dominates, but two-player co-op adds a chaotic twist. The game thrives on its escalating difficulty and randomized loot, making every session feel fresh. If you crave a bite-sized mix of action and strategy with a retro aesthetic, this is your match.
Gameplay
Zeroad’s gameplay revolves around surviving increasingly brutal waves of zombies while navigating shifting road layouts. Each run starts with a basic weapon and a map that reshapes after every wave. You’ll dodge, shoot, and strategically pick up modifiers that alter weapons in unpredictable ways, think "explosive bullets" or "slow fire rate but triple damage." Character progression is linear but impactful: level-up stats like health or reload speed to mitigate future runs. Multiplayer forces communication, as one player might focus on defense while the other scavenges for loot. Controls are tight and responsive, prioritizing fast reflexes over deep mechanics. Sessions rarely last more than 20 minutes, but the tension of balancing risk and reward keeps you coming back.
What Players Think
PlayPile’s community rates Zeroad 4.2/5, with 78% completing at least one "expert" run. Average playtime is 7 hours, though 15% report over 20. Community moods are split: 62% "excited" and 38% "stressed" due to the game’s punishing difficulty. Critics praise its "unrelenting fun" (Indie Game Weekly) but note weapon modifiers can feel arbitrary. 340 achievements track everything from "kill 1000 zombies with a slingshot" to "survive 50 waves solo." The co-op mode is a hit, with 43% of multiplayer matches finishing in mutual wipes. Despite its simplicity, the game’s randomization and progression systems keep players hooked for replayability.
PlayPile's Take
Zeroad is a solid pick for fans of roguelikes who want fast, twitch-based action. At $29.99, it’s reasonably priced for the replayability, especially with co-op. The 340 achievements add a layer of depth, though some modifiers feel underpowered. It won’t replace deeper shooters, but as a $30 stress test with pixel-art charm, it delivers. If you enjoy the thrill of grinding through increasingly impossible odds, this is for you.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
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