Tainted by the Stars: The Dead Among Us is a 2D top-down zombie shooter focused on tactics, resource scarcity, and realistic combat mechanics. Instead of mindless shooting, it challenges players to make meaningful decisions: When to fight, when to flee, and when to scavenge.
Survive waves of incoming enemies using a variety of firearms, melee weapons, grenades, and limited ammunition. With modular AI, a clean user interface, detailed stat tracking, and optional gamepad support, the game caters to those who value strategic depth in the chaos of survival.
Features:
Wave-based survival mode with increasing difficulty
Detailed ammo and magazine management
Ranged and melee combat with distinct behavior
Grenades, healing items, flashlights and night vision
Dynamic loot system with procedural elements
Advanced stats tracking (accuracy, efficiency, kills, etc.)
Gamepad support and minimalist UI
No pay-to-win, no forced online – full control to the player
