Best Zombie Board Games 2025: Top 8 Picks Reviewed
Discover the best zombie board games that are both thrilling and fun, perfect for novice and veteran players alike!
Ah, zombies. Our favorite brain-munching buddies! When picking the best zombie board games, we focus on three things: pure fun, replayability, and that spine-tingling thrill only zombies can bring. We know you’ve got a hunger for games that offer claws-out action, strategic brainpower, and, of course, ridiculous amounts of laughter. Our list is packed with games that promise endless hours of undead amusement. Whether you’re a veteran zombie slayer or a newbie facing your first apocalypse, these games are perfect. Grab a friend, or seven, and prepare for an epic showdown with the undead. It’s game on, zombie lovers!
On this list:
8 Zombie Dice
Zombie Dice is the perfect way to start an evening if you want to get in the zombie mood but don’t want to think too hard. This game is fun, easy, and luck-based. You play as a zombie who loves brains more than kids love ice cream. Shake the dice cup, roll, and hope for brains instead of shotgun blasts. The more brains, the better. It’s a great filler game between more complex ones, and kids can play too. We love it because it’s hilarious to see your friends make zombie noises while counting brains.
7 Zombicide
Zombicide is a co-op game where you and your friends try to survive zombie hordes. It’s intense and makes you really plan your moves. Team up with friends or go solo, grab weapons, and take down zombies. Each game feels like a different story, and no two sessions are the same. It’s a crowd-pleaser in our group, because nothing builds friendships like stressing over zombie attacks. The miniatures are great, and who doesn’t love a well-done zombie mini? Plus, it teaches teamwork, which is a win-win.
6 Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game
In Dead of Winter, we felt like we were in an episode of a zombie TV show. This semi-cooperative game gives you a secret objective, and sometimes that means your friend is working against the group. The tension is real, and you’ll have to make tough decisions. The crossroads cards throw in unexpected challenges, making each game unique. With its rich story and intense gameplay, it’s a staple in our collection. Plus, the moral dilemmas bring out some interesting sides of your friends.
5 Last Night on Earth: The Zombie Game
Last Night on Earth mixes B-movie fun with strategy. You can play as the heroes or the zombies, which offers replayability. The scenarios keep the game fresh and interesting. Our group had a blast pretending to be teenagers fighting for their lives and groaning like zombies. The miniatures and cards have great artwork and capture the classic zombie movie vibe. Last Night on Earth is a good option if you want something that doesn’t take itself too seriously but still has strategic depth.
4 Zombie 15′
Imagine battling zombies in just 15 minutes—that’s Zombie 15′ for you. This game brings time pressure like no other, with a soundtrack that adds urgency. It’s cooperative, and you have to work fast to win. We love the adrenaline rush, and it’s a hit for those who like speed combined with strategy. The short playtime means you can squeeze in a game without taking up the whole night. It’s perfect for those who like to beat the clock and a horde of pesky zombies.
3 Tiny Epic Zombies
Tiny Epic Zombies is everything we love about zombie games, packed into a small box. It offers different play modes, including solo, cooperative, and competitive. The game is highly portable, which means it can come with us pretty much anywhere. It’s amazing how much fun you can have with such a compact game. We appreciate its clever use of components and love that a game this tiny still packs a punch. The replay value is fantastic, as we never play the same game twice.
2 Zombie Fluxx
Zombie Fluxx is the zombie edition of the classic Fluxx game, where the rules keep changing! It’s wild, unpredictable, and always different, which we love. One minute you’re winning, and the next, the game’s turned on its head. The zombie theme adds a new twist, with fun zombie goals and creepy cards. It’s a great option for anyone looking for a quick and chaotic game. It’s an easy choice when the group can’t decide what to play because it’s never the same game twice, even when you play back-to-back.
1 The Walking Dead: The Board Game
Based on the popular comic series, The Walking Dead: The Board Game tops our list. It’s great for fans of the franchise and offers a deep, thematic experience. Players face the walker threat and must make tough decisions to survive, all while exploring a post-apocalyptic world. The game does a fantastic job of capturing the gritty feel of the comics, and the strategic choices keep us engaged from start to finish. Plus, the pressure is always on—whether from fellow humans or the never-ending wave of zombies. With its narrative depth and strategic challenge, it earns the title of the best zombie game we’ve played.
