- Publisher: Kwalee Ltd
- Release Date: Apr 16, 2026
- Also On: PC, Xbox Series X
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May 4, 2026Ground Zero doesn’t simply replicate classic survival horror aesthetics—it builds on them, pushing familiar ideas into new territory without losing their essence. While issues with enemy design and controls hold it back at times, its strong visual and audio presentation, along with solid replay value, make it an appealing experience for classic survival horror fans.
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Apr 27, 2026Ground Zero, from developer Malformation Games, is a tip-of-the-hat to classic survival horror times, and well-executed with story and gameplay.
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May 11, 2026Ground Zero is one of the most complete indie survival horror games I’ve run across in a long time. While it may come across as a Resident Evil clone, Ground Zero is more like a companion game than a mere clone. The game keeps itself fresh with its generous mix of combat, puzzles, extra modes, and unlockables. Ground Zero offers a lot of quality survival horror gameplay at an indie price.
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Apr 27, 2026Ground Zero plays its cards very early on, showing you exactly what it wants to do from the get-go. It channels its inspiration from old-school survival horror games that made the PS1 so special, even leaning into pre-rendered backgrounds and offering tank controls. Visuals get blurry in certain areas, and frame rate takes a hit in weird places. Then there's the old-school need to actually conserve your ammunition for boss fights, which can put you in a position where you can't defeat the boss without enough weaponry. Overall, Ground Zero makes for a good time and has a good gameplay loop as long as you know what to expect from it.