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Tainted by the Stars: The Dead Among Us

A tactical 3D top-down zombie shooter with an innovative Field-of-View system. Tasked by researchers, you must uncover the cause of the zombie outbreak while managing scarce ammo, using tactics, melee, and grenades to survive endless waves.

Coming soon 2026

By Christian Rosick

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Tainted by the Stars: The Dead Among Us - Christian Rosick. Popular. Released 2026
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Overview

About this game

Tainted by the Stars: The Dead Among Us

A 3D top-down zombie shooter focused on tactics, resource scarcity, and realistic combat. Instead of mindless spraying, every fight demands decisions, when to fight, when to run, and when to loot.

Your vision is your greatest weapon: the innovative Field-of-View system only shows what your survivor can actually see, adding tension, realism, and tactical depth to every encounter.

As you fight to stay alive, you’re not just surviving. You’ve been tasked by a group of researchers to uncover the true cause of the zombie outbreak. Every mission brings you closer to the origin of the infection… and the truth behind it.

Survive wave after wave of undead using a mix of firearms, melee weapons, grenades, and healing items. All under the constant pressure of limited ammo and time.

Features

  • Unique Field-of-View system defining visibility and tension

  • Wave-based survival mode with increasing difficulty

  • Detailed ammo and magazine management

  • Distinct melee and ranged combat mechanics

  • Grenades, healing items, flashlight, and night vision

  • Dynamic loot and procedural elements

  • In-depth statistics (accuracy, efficiency, kills, etc.)

  • Minimalist UI and full gamepad support

  • No pay-to-win, no online requirement

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