| Criteria | Rank | Score* | Raw Score |
| Graphics | #49 | 4.143 | 4.143 |
| Innovation | #63 | 3.500 | 3.500 |
| Theme interpretation | #78 | 3.643 | 3.643 |
| Overall | #81 | 3.643 | 3.643 |
| Audio | #162 | 3.071 | 3.071 |
| Gameplay | #180 | 2.929 | 2.929 |
Ranked from 14 ratings. Score is adjusted from raw score by the median number of ratings per game in the jam.
GitHub repository URL
https://imx3play.itch.io/secret-zombies
Game description
Secret Zombies: Welcome to the Apocalypse 2.0
When the zombie apocalypse struck, humanity triumphed—sort of. Big Pharma cured the virus but discovered zombies weren’t just brain-munchers—they were cash cows! A “happy little enzyme” in zombie flesh slows human aging. So, instead of saving the world, they turned it into a zombie meat factory. Now, zombies are farmed, canned, and devoured faster than fast food, while humans conveniently ignore where their “youthful glow” comes from.
But not everyone’s biting. A rogue doctor frees you with one mission: reach Zombie Heaven, a hidden zombie sanctuary. Escaping won’t be easy—humans hunt you for enzymes, and fellow zombies might sabotage your journey. Solve puzzles, find hidden notes, and decide: will you team up or throw your undead pals under the bus?
With 3D graphics, chaotic multiplayer, mini-games, and a heaping dose of humor, your choices have consequences. Are you up for the challenge?
Theme interpretation
Right after the theme word "Secrets" was announced, we knew the gameplay had to incorporate stealth, requiring players to navigate carefully and keep their location a secret from the enemies. This emphasis on secrecy not only shaped the mechanics but also created a tense, thrilling atmosphere throughout the game.
We also wanted the narrative to revolve around a larger, sinister secret—something covered up by the government or a massive corporation. That’s how we developed the darkly satirical premise of Big Pharma exploiting zombies for anti-aging enzymes. The "big secret" isn’t just a plot device; it’s a biting commentary on exploitation and greed disguised as innovation.
Finally, we aimed to flip the traditional zombie genre on its head. Instead of another game about humans surviving a zombie apocalypse, we asked ourselves: "What if the zombies were the victims, escaping from humans?" This inversion brought both humor and originality to the theme. It allowed us to craft a game where players uncover secret codes, hidden notes, and truths, all while deciding whether to collaborate or sabotage their fellow zombies. Secrets aren’t just a backdrop—they’re woven into the core gameplay and story.
Wildcards used (optional)
Let players break the rules with things like infinite lives or invincibility
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