The phrase refers to a category of mobile games that share key characteristics with the PC title Project Zomboid. These include survival mechanics, resource management, crafting systems, base building, and often a permadeath feature within a zombie-infested or post-apocalyptic environment. These titles aim to replicate the challenging and realistic survival experience found in the original game, but optimized for mobile platforms. An example includes titles offering similar isometric perspectives and intricate survival systems adapted for touchscreen controls.
The demand for such games stems from the popularity of the survival horror genre and the desire for complex, engaging experiences on mobile devices. These games provide players with a sense of agency and consequence, where strategic decision-making directly impacts survival. Historically, the limited processing power of mobile devices hindered the development of games with this level of depth; however, advancements in mobile technology have allowed for increasingly sophisticated survival simulations.
