Dawn of the Dying — Release Date, Trailer & What We Know
In a brutal open world, standing still means death. Release date to be announced.

Official trailer & screenshots via Steam
About Dawn of the Dying
The Dawn is Not a Beginning. It's a Reminder. Each new day is not a gift; it's a countdown. The world didn't end in a single cataclysm—it's ending slowly, painfully, with every rising sun. This is the Dawn of the Dying . Step into a breathtakingly brutal open world where hope is as scarce as ammo. Scavenge the ruins of a fallen civilization, fending off not just the shambling dead, but the savage wildlife that has reclaimed the land, and the ruthless soldiers who now rule its ashes. Build, craft, and fight for every breath with your friends in a world where every dawn could be your last. FEATURES: A World in Its Death Throes: Explore a vast, diverse landscape, from silent, overgrown forests to plague-ridden urban centers, all under a sun that illuminates your struggle. Craft Your Will to Live: Forge weapons, tools, and fortifications from the scraps of the old world. Your resourcefulness is your greatest weapon. Build a Last Refuge: Construct a fortified sanctuary against the horrors of the night. Design and defend your base from relentless zombie hordes, mutated beasts, and the organized assaults of the Ashen Legion . Survive Together in PVE: Band together with friends in a purely cooperative struggle for survival. Face the combined threats of the infected, the wilds, and the fanatical Ashen Legion in a world designed to be conquered as a team. An Arsenal Forged in Desperation: Wield everything from makeshift axes and crossbows to high-caliber military rifles. Find, modify, and master the tools of survival. Survive the Unforgiving Cycle: Manage your hunger, thirst, and stamina in a world that is actively trying to kill you. Every day is a new challenge, a new Dawn of the Dying .
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Should You Play Dawn of the Dying?
The Dawn is Not a Beginning. It's a Reminder. Each new day is not a gift; it's a countdown. The world didn't end in a single cataclysm—it's ending slowly, painfully, with every rising sun. This is the Dawn of the Dying . Step into a breathtakingly brutal open world where hope is as scarce as ammo. Scavenge the ruins of a fallen civilization, fending off not just the shambling dead, but the savage wildlife that has reclaimed the land, and the ruthless soldiers who now rule its ashes. Build, craft, and fight for every breath with your f…
Dawn of the Dying is co-op and multiplayer on Steam and runs on Windows. It's on our trending radar ahead of release.
Wishlisting notifies you at launch and helps the developer's visibility.
System Requirements & Platforms
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Platforms: Windows
Minimum
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system · OS: Windows 10+ · Processor: Intel Core i7-8700 or AMD Ryzen 5-5600X · Memory: 16 GB RAM · Graphics: Nvidia GTX 1650 or AMD RX 6400 · DirectX: Version 12 · Storage: 50 GB available space · Sound Card: Any sound card compatible with DirectX 9 (or system-default onboard audio)
Recommended
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system · OS: Windows 11 · Processor: Intel Core i7-12700K or AMD Ryzen 7-7700X · Memory: 16 GB RAM · Graphics: Nvidia RTX-3070 or AMD RX-7700XT · DirectX: Version 12 · Storage: 50 GB available space · Sound Card: A sound card compatible with DirectX 11 with 5.1 or 7.1 surround support
Dawn of the Dying — Frequently Asked Questions
- When does Dawn of the Dying release?
- Dawn of the Dying does not have a confirmed release date yet; it is listed as Coming Soon on Steam.
- What kind of game is Dawn of the Dying?
- Dawn of the Dying is a Survival game. In a brutal open world, standing still means death.
- Is Dawn of the Dying multiplayer or co-op?
- Yes — Dawn of the Dying supports co-op and multiplayer on Steam.
- Is Dawn of the Dying on Steam Deck or consoles?
- Dawn of the Dying runs on Windows via Steam; Steam Deck compatibility has not been confirmed. No console release has been confirmed.
- How much does Dawn of the Dying cost?
- Pricing has not been announced yet (N/A). Wishlist it on Steam to be notified at launch.
- What are Dawn of the Dying's system requirements?
- The developer has not published detailed system requirements yet.
- Is Dawn of the Dying worth wishlisting?
- If you enjoy Survival games like The Witch of Isso, Remothered: Broken Porcelain Remastered, DayZ, yes. It's on our trending radar.
- Who made Dawn of the Dying?
- Dawn of the Dying is developed by Cube Game Studio.
- What games is Dawn of the Dying similar to?
- Dawn of the Dying sits alongside Survival games such as The Witch of Isso, Remothered: Broken Porcelain Remastered, DayZ.
- What platforms is Dawn of the Dying on?
- Dawn of the Dying is available on Windows.
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