Three Dead Zed

Three Dead Zed

Released Jul 2014

Take control of an experimental zombie that can transform into three unique and distinct forms. With quick reflexes, a little problem solving, and some rescued kittens, players make a violent exit that won't be forgotten by their captors.

64% positive · 182 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence

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Evaluation

Three Dead Zed launched on July 7, 2014 as a self-contained action/puzzle-platformer. The store description presents it as a complete game with a defined feature set — main campaign, challenge stages, achievements, trading cards, and a digital art book — with no mention of planned expansions, DLC, or ongoing content. The developer issued a post-launch patch (v3.5) on October 22, 2014 that added achievements, balance improvements, audio enhancements, and quality-of-life fixes. This is the most recent developer communication on record. There have been no news posts, announcements, or updates of any kind since October 2014, and no DLC has ever been listed for the game. The developer has not announced any future content, roadmap, or continuation of development. Given the game's complete, self-contained design and the absence of any developer activity since October 22, 2014, Three Dead Zed is a finished product with no further content expected.
Evidence
Store description presents a complete, self-contained game with a defined feature set (main campaign, challenge stages, achievements, art book). No DLC, expansions, or ongoing content are mentioned.
description source development ending
high
Post-launch v3.5 patch added achievements, balance changes, and audio improvements. This is the last recorded developer communication.
news post · Oct 22, 2014 source content shipped
medium

Media

Details

Publisher
Gentleman Squid Studio
Achievements
14
Platform
Windows, Linux
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player

About this game

Three Dead Zed is an action/puzzle-platformer in which you take control of an experimental zombie that can transform into three unique and distinct forms. With quick reflexes, a little problem solving, and some rescued kittens, players make a violent exit that won't be forgotten by their captors. This is a zombie game that brings out your inner child, then chews on its brain.

Features


  • Lighthearted visuals and storyline infectiously brings a smile to your face
  • Gamepad and keyboard support with custom keyboard rebinding
  • Challenge Stages will test your skills after completing the main game
  • Charming hand drawn characters, animations, and effects
  • Achievements and trading cards
  • Digital art book showing a sample of our creative process
  • Cats In tinfoil hats

Note: Linux version does not contain Steam achievements at this time.

Last evaluated Jun 28, 2026
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