Play it if
You want a relaxed, funny zombie game for anyone in the family.
Skip it if
You want tension or action.
Exhibit label
- Players
- Single-player
- Online co-op
- No
- Cross-play
- No
- Solo
- Single-player only
- Voice chat
- Not needed
- Threat level
- Relaxed
- Survival time
- ~15 hours
1The outbreak
Zombies are coming for your house, and your garden is the only defence. Each level adds new plants, new zombies and new twists.
2How you survive
You collect sun to plant defenders in lanes, mixing attackers, walls and special plants. Mini-games, puzzle modes and a zen garden add variety after the main adventure.
3Alone or together
It is single-player only.
4Look & sound
The cartoon art and music are timeless and friendly for all ages. It is the least scary zombie game you can play.
5Setup & value
It lists at only $4.99 and runs on Windows and macOS. Steam currently lists it as Unsupported on Steam Deck.
Best bits
- Perfect for all ages
- Very cheap
- Endless replay in extra modes
Watch out
- Not supported on Steam Deck
- Old resolution and settings
Score sheet
- Survival feel 25%
- 74
- Gameplay 25%
- 92
- Easy to start 15%
- 98
- Replay 20%
- 82
- Value 15%
- 99
74 × 25% + 92 × 25% + 98 × 15% + 82 × 20% + 99 × 15% = 87.45 → 87
Curator's verdict
Verdict
“Plants vs. Zombies is still charming, clever and incredibly good value. Every collection should have it.”
By the Zombie Game Guide editorial desk · Updated 8 Oct 2026 · How we score · Report an error
