Dead Wasteland: Survival RPG
Aliens. Ghouls. Machines. The world is theirs, take it back. Craft your arsenal, build your sanctuary, and outsmart the apocalypse.
- PlatformAndroid 8.0+
- PriceFree
- ModeSingle-player
- InputGamepad, Mouse & Keyboard
About the game
An alien invasion levelled the world you knew, and Dead Wasteland drops you into what is left of it: ruined cities, irradiated wilderness, and factions that have stopped pretending to be civil. Nothing here is scripted to be fair: a fight can go from manageable to fatal in the time it takes to reload.
Survival runs on more than combat. Gear wears down and needs repairing, ammo is finite, stamina and healing have to be managed mid-fight, and weather and time of day change how far enemies can see and react to you. A Gauss Rifle solves fewer problems than a full canteen and a repaired suit of armor.
Clear an area of hostiles and you can set a Flag to found a base: a place to stash loot, station companions, and recover between expeditions instead of carrying every risk with you at once.
Screenshots
The wasteland at different hours, and what it takes to survive it.
Key features
Physics-driven
Armor penetration, hitbox-based damage, dodging and control effects: positioning matters more than raw firepower.
Procedurally generated maps
Explore a world that does not repeat the same layout twice, from irradiated ruins to open wilderness.
Up to 4 companions
Recruit capturable enemies and neutral NPCs, leave them safely at base, and bring the right squad into the right fight.
Flag-and-build bases
Clear an area, set a Flag, and build a sanctuary to store loot and station companions between runs.
Dynamic day/night and weather
Detection pressure, aggro distance and ranged accuracy all shift with the clock and the sky: use Rest to time your approach.
Bow and Laser rifles
Hand-to-hand, bows, spears, explosives and advanced tech weapons: each with its own weight in a fight.
Getting started
The wasteland does not wait for you to learn its rules. Four that matter early.
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Tactics
Every encounter needs a bit of planning.
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Repair and Craft
Fix gear at base, not mid-expedition. Repaired items sell for more, and crafting works the same way.
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Build Your Base
Build your first base to store items and to drop off and rotate companions.
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Recruit Companions
They fight alongside you, draw enemy aggro, and help you gather loot.
Dead Wasteland FAQ
Answers to the questions players most often ask.
What is Dead Wasteland: Survival RPG?
Dead Wasteland: Survival RPG is an open-world post-apocalyptic survival action RPG set after a devastating alien invasion. Explore dangerous locations, fight mutants, aliens, robots, zombies, and human factions, gather resources, craft gear, and survive in a ruined world.
What makes the game different?
The game combines open-world exploration, procedurally generated locations, survival systems, physics-driven combat, Fallout-style armor and damage mechanics, companions, multiple camera modes, and dynamic day/night plus weather systems.
Does the game have multiplayer or co-op?
There is currently no multiplayer in the game, but co-op is planned.
What kinds of enemies will I face?
You'll encounter wild animals, zombies, ghouls, mutants, aliens, robots, and armed human groups. Different enemies behave differently, so some fights reward positioning and control, while others punish hesitation fast.
Are there bosses in the game?
Yes. Dead Wasteland features powerful enemies and boss-like encounters that are much more dangerous than regular enemies. Some enemies rely on brute force, others use ranged attacks, mobility, or heavy armor, so preparation matters.
Can I play offline?
Yes. The game is designed to be playable offline. However, some features such as cloud saves or platform-related services may require an internet connection depending on your device and account setup.
Is the game just shooting, or are there survival mechanics too?
It's not just shooting. You'll need to manage healing, stamina, gear durability, repair, crafting, rest, ammo efficiency, and the risks created by weather, time of day, and enemy pressure.
Can you repair weapons and armor?
Yes, but not everything. Poor quality items usually cannot be repaired with standard repair methods. Only Common quality items and above can be repaired. Weapon and armor durability also decreases during real combat, so repairing your gear before long expeditions is essential.
Can I recruit companions?
Yes. You can recruit companions and have up to 4 companions at once. Some capturable enemies can join you, neutral NPCs may also team up with you, and companions can be left safely at your base for later.
Are there different difficulty modes?
Yes. On Normal, your inventory remains after death, making it the best mode for learning the game. On Hard, enemies are tougher and more accurate. On Schizo, player death is permanent, and on Hard and Schizo, companion death is permanent too.
What weapons and combat styles are available?
The game features hand-to-hand combat, firearms, bows, spears, explosives, and advanced weapons like Gauss Rifles, Laser Rifles, Flamethrowers, RPGs, and more. Combat also includes armor penetration, hitbox-based damage, dodging, control effects, and tactical positioning.
Can I build a base?
Yes. You can build a base by placing a Flag in an area that has been fully cleared of hostile NPCs. Bases let you prepare for future runs, keep companions safer, and recover more effectively between dangerous encounters.
Does the world react to time and weather?
Yes. Day and night affect combat behavior, and weather can change detection pressure, aggro distance, awareness, and ranged accuracy. You can also use the in-game clock to Rest and fast-forward time to avoid bad conditions before heading into danger.
Does the game include quality-of-life features?
Yes. You can enable Auto Loot, create HUD shortcuts for healing and weapons, adjust settings for better combat readability, and save progress with Cloud Save if you're signed in to Google Play Games. Lowering resolution and disabling shadows can also improve performance.