The Escapists: The Walking Dead - Rick Grimes' Pixelated Survival

9/13/2026, 11:05:07 PM

Release date: 9/30/2015

Tags: #zombies #survival #pixel-graphics #indie #strategy #multiplayer #open-world #singleplayer

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Score: 64%Mixed
Review Count: 897 reviews
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¥ 178 (JPY)

Steam JP

$1.79 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 178
Global Price: $1.79
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Key highlight

Experience The Walking Dead through the charming 8-bit pixel art of The Escapists. Lead Rick Grimes and his survivors, manage resources, and find escape routes in this unique strategy survival game.

Who this is for

Recommended for fans of The Escapists who want to immerse themselves in the world of The Walking Dead. Survive the harsh world depicted in pixel art as Rick Grimes.

Details

Overview

The Escapists: The Walking Dead masterfully blends the beloved prison escape mechanics of The Escapists with the iconic narrative of The Walking Dead. Players step into the worn boots of Rick Grimes, tasked with leading a band of familiar survivors, including Maggie, Hershel, Glenn, and Michonne, through a world overrun by walkers. This unique title reimagines the zombie apocalypse within the charming 8-bit pixel art style that fans of The Escapists know and love.

Highlights

A Crossover Event: Merges the gameplay of The Escapists with the story of The Walking Dead, featuring Rick Grimes as the protagonist.
Charming Pixel Art: The entire game is presented in a distinctive 8-bit pixel art style, offering a fresh visual take on the zombie survival genre.
Strategic Survival: Players must guide Rick and his group, manage dangerous tasks, and find safe escape routes from various perilous areas to keep as many survivors alive as possible.

Who It's For

This game is perfect for fans of The Escapists looking for a new challenge with a beloved narrative, as well as The Walking Dead enthusiasts eager to experience the story through a unique gameplay lens. Strategy and survival game players who appreciate retro aesthetics will also find a lot to enjoy here.

Game Info

Developed and published by Team17 Digital Ltd, The Escapists: The Walking Dead was released on September 30, 2015. It supports single-player and multiplayer modes, features Steam Achievements and Trading Cards, and includes Steam Cloud support. The game is available in English, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian, and Arabic.