Deadly Dudes: Retro Zombie Shooter Launches

Run & Gun Meets Dark Comedy in This Gritty Side-Scroller

NetEase just dropped Deadly Dudes - an explosive zombie survival game dripping with 90s nostalgia. Formerly known as Retro Rampage during its year-long early access period, this action-packed side-scroller throws players into an alternate 1990s overrun by the undead.

A Love Letter to 90s Pop Culture

Everything about Deadly Dudes screams retro charm. Graffiti-tagged alleyways, vintage muscle cars, and a thumping synthwave soundtrack transport you straight to this zombie-infested decade. The gameplay perfectly balances chaotic run-and-gun action with strategic base-building elements.

Arm yourself with an arsenal of period-accurate weapons - each with unique handling characteristics that'll make you constantly adapt your combat style. But brute force alone won't save you when night falls...

Strategic Base-Building Meets Mayhem

Between missions tearing through hordes of undead, you'll need to fortify your shelter. Rescue survivors to bolster your defenses, construct watchtowers, and craft better gear to withstand increasingly dangerous waves. Your base isn't just cosmetic - it's literally your lifeline in this apocalypse.

Meet Your Unlikely Heroes

The game's colorful cast of survivors brings both skills and humor to the battle:

• The grizzled ex-cop with perfect aim
• A pyromaniac demolition expert
• Techie whiz kid with hacker skills

Their unique abilities combine with your weapon choices to create endless tactical possibilities. And with an idle resource system running in the background, you're always progressing even when offline.

Dr. Robotnik's Zombie Pandemic (Yes, Really)

The game's absurd premise sees Sonic's arch-nemesis accidentally unleashing the undead plague. What follows is a wild ride packed with explosive action, ridiculous dad jokes, and more 90s references than a VHS rental store.

Regular in-game events keep the rewards flowing, while the core loop of shooting-building-laughing proves endlessly addictive. If you've ever wanted to mow down zombies with a shotgun while cracking wise about Seinfeld, this is your game.

Deadly Dudes is now available on Google Play. And don't miss our next story covering Marvel Snap's Golden Gauntlet Championship - designed for competitors of all skill levels.