Dungeon Manager ZV: Classic Text-Based Dungeon Simulation

9/6/2026, 12:50:09 PM

Release date: 10/17/2015

Tags: #strategy #simulation

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Score: 68%Mixed
Review Count: 76 reviews
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¥ 980 (JPY)

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$9.99 (USD)

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Key highlight

Dungeon Manager ZV is a classic text-based dungeon management simulation where you build and defend your own labyrinth. Features expansive design options, strategic creature summoning, and trap placement.

Who this is for

Ideal for players who want to experience defending a dungeon rather than attacking one. Enjoy the depth unique to text-based gameplay and the fun of creating your own custom dungeon.

Details

Overview

Step into the shoes of a dungeon architect in Dungeon Manager ZV, a classic text-based simulation that puts you in charge of crafting your very own underground labyrinth. Originally a hit in Japan as ZombieVital, this game challenges players to design, build, and defend their dungeon against invaders. It offers a unique twist on the genre by shifting the focus from adventuring within dungeons to managing them from the ground up.

Highlights

Text-Based Core: Experience deep management through an intuitive text interface, providing easy access to all crucial stats like room strength, minion details, trap hit points, and invader information on a single screen.
Expansive Labyrinth Design: Construct a sprawling dungeon up to 16 stories high, encompassing a total of 144 distinct areas, allowing for intricate and personalized layouts.
Strategic Defense: Summon a variety of creatures, including zombies, dragons, and demons, and strategically place traps to thwart any unwelcome guests attempting to breach your defenses.

Who It's For

Dungeon Manager ZV is perfect for players who enjoy deep simulation and strategy games, particularly those with a fondness for classic text-based interfaces and a creative urge to build and manage complex systems. If you've ever wanted to design your own dungeon and see how it fares against intruders, this is the game for you.

Game Info

Developed by StudioGIW and published by Zoo Corporation, Dungeon Manager ZV brings the authentic experience of the acclaimed Japanese title ZombieVital to a global audience. It features robust multiplayer support and Steam Achievements, with full English and Japanese language options available. The game was released on October 17, 2015.