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Zombie Gunship vs Left to Survive

Zombie Gunship 4.7★ · Free + IAP · ⚠ stale 75
Winner Zombie Gunship
Left to Survive 4.6★ · Free + IAP 50

Zombie Gunship is the better choice for a simple, classic zombie shooter experience with minimal monetization, while Left to Survive offers more complex gameplay but is heavily criticized for its aggressive pay-to-win model and recent technical issues.

Full reviews: Zombie Gunship · Left to Survive

Zombie Gunship, a classic mobile game, is praised for its simple, fun gameplay and lack of intrusive ads, though some users report crashing issues on newer devices. Left to Survive offers more depth but is widely criticized for its aggressive in-app purchases, pay-to-win mechanics, and recent game-breaking update failures.

Head to head

Features and Gameplay tieR8R12R14R15
Zombie Gunship Zombie Gunship is lauded for its simple, straightforward, and challenging gameplay, offering a classic gunship simulation experience where players upgrade guns and defenses to kill waves of zombies R12R14. Users appreciate its unique air support perspective and the ability to tear zombies into pieces R8. However, some desire more depth, mission variation, and aircraft types, noting only five levels in total R12R15.
Left to Survive Left to Survive offers a more complex zombie apocalypse survival experience with base building and PvP . Users find it addictive, challenging, and engaging, with good quality graphics and a realistic vibe . However, some recent changes, like the drone, made zombies too easy and PvP dumb for some long-time players .
Ease of Use and Accessibility edge: Zombie GunshipR12R14R32R47
Zombie Gunship Zombie Gunship is consistently praised for its simple setup, easy upgrades, and straightforward gameplay that is easy to pick up and play R12R14R32R47. Many users have enjoyed it for years, starting at a young age and continuing into adulthood R32. Some newer users mention it took a second to understand aiming but was worth it .
Left to Survive Left to Survive is described as easy to catch on to and understand for beginners, with straightforward instructions . However, some users report issues with screen movement being slower after re-downloading , and a significant number complain about the lack of controller support, specifically for devices like Backbone R66R87R90R93.
Reliability and Performance edge: Zombie GunshipR1R4R6R7
Zombie Gunship Zombie Gunship suffers from frequent crashing issues, especially on newer iPhones and iOS versions, with users reporting crashes after a few rounds or immediately upon opening the game R1R4R6R7. Some attribute this to a lack of updates for several years R7R44. An audio glitch after watching ads is also reported .
Left to Survive Left to Survive has severe reliability issues, particularly after recent updates, with numerous users reporting the game will not load or crashes immediately upon opening R70R73R79R82. Users also experience frequent crashes during gameplay, often at critical moments, and loss of game audio R69. Some users mention that customer support is unhelpful regarding these issues R69.
Price and Value (Free vs. Paid) edge: Zombie GunshipR22R27R31R32
Zombie Gunship Zombie Gunship is highly praised for being genuinely free, offering a fun experience without being pay-to-win or shoving constant ads in users' faces R22R27R31R32. While it is free with IAP, users report minimal ads, sometimes only one in three hours .
Left to Survive Left to Survive is heavily criticized as a "pay to survive" or "money pit" game, where progression hits a wall unless players spend money R62R69. Users are bombarded with aggressive IAP pop-ups from the start, making it feel like a cash grab . Hackers are also reported to run the game, with developers doing nothing about it .
Support and Updates edge: Zombie GunshipR3R7R44R57
Zombie Gunship Many Zombie Gunship users lament the lack of recent updates, with some stating the app hasn't been updated in seven or eight years R3R7R44. This lack of updates is often linked to the game's crashing issues on newer iOS versions R7. However, one review paradoxically states it's "one of the few games that still gets updated" R57, suggesting inconsistent experiences or outdated information.
Left to Survive Left to Survive's customer support is widely criticized as unhelpful, with users reporting that support asks for impossible screenshots of crashes or dismisses issues like unhittable zombies R69. Furthermore, recent updates have broken the game for many, preventing them from opening it, and users express frustration that developers cannot afford proper employees for simple updates despite the money spent on the game R70R73R79R82.
Pick Zombie Gunship if

You want a simple, classic, and fun zombie shooter with minimal ads and no pressure to spend money, and you don't mind potential crashing issues on newer devices R22R27R32.

Pick Left to Survive if

You are looking for a more complex zombie survival game with base building and PvP, and you are willing to tolerate aggressive monetization and recent severe technical issues .

Evidence note: The evidence for Left to Survive's reliability and support is heavily skewed by recent negative reviews regarding game-breaking updates, which may not reflect its historical performance. Zombie Gunship's negative reviews are also heavily focused on crashing issues, indicating a potential problem with compatibility on newer devices.

Frequently asked

Does Zombie Gunship have many ads or in-app purchases?
Zombie Gunship is praised for having very few ads, with some users reporting only one ad in three hours, and it is not considered a "pay to win" game R22R27R31R33.
Is Left to Survive a pay-to-win game?
Yes, Left to Survive is widely criticized as a "pay to survive" or "money pit" game, with progression hitting a brick wall unless players spend significant amounts of money on in-app purchases R62R69R81R99.
Do these games support controllers?
Zombie Gunship reviews do not mention controller support. Left to Survive explicitly lacks controller support, which is a frequent complaint from users who desire it for devices like Backbone R66R87R90R93.
Are there current issues with Left to Survive not loading?
Yes, many users report that Left to Survive will not load or crashes immediately after recent updates, displaying error messages and preventing them from playing the game R70R73R79R82.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R8] Zombie Gunship 5/5 · US For those who enjoy gunship game: This is a really great game for those who enjoy being air support and overall a great game
  2. [R12] Zombie Gunship 3/5 · US Good way to kill time.: Gunship is a simply way to kill some time and zombies. Simple set-up, kill zombies and complete objective to earn money toward upgrading your aircraft’s guns and other passive defenses. I do with they invested a little in mission variation and aircraft types.
  3. [R14] Zombie Gunship 5/5 · US Amazing!: Literally, the most simple but most fun game I’ve ever played. It’s straightforward and is challenging! I love it!
  4. [R15] Zombie Gunship 3/5 · GB Good Game, Needs More Depth: I personally like zombie games, and games you can quickly pick up and play for 10 mins whilst waiting for a train etc. It is well designed, and a really good idea....there’s just so real depth. Once you’ve unlocked a couple of levels (only 5 on total) and had a few go’s, there’s nothing really to follow - would much prefer a story type mode, maybe even a option where
  5. [R32] Zombie Gunship 5/5 · US Simple classic: Best mobile game I think ever no ads offline availability easy upgrades easy and simple gameplay Ive been playing this game for years and still has never gotten boring I started playing at young age I find myself still playing in my adult years this game is definitely in my top 5 overall
  6. [R47] Zombie Gunship 5/5 · US Good gameee: Nice and simple. Easy to progress and better than most of the other gunship games
  7. [R1] Zombie Gunship 2/5 · US Crashes like a mf: played 3 rounds then the game crashed and continued to crash immediately upon opening the game. ridiculous i have to reinstall the game to get it to not crash after 3 games lol
  8. [R4] Zombie Gunship 2/5 · US Very Buggy: The game has become very buggy and crashes before awarding points. Also, annoying are the 5 minute (not exaggerating) Royal Kingdom ads that are frequent. Game not as good as it used to be. Do better.
  9. [R6] Zombie Gunship 3/5 · US Game keeps crashing: Love this game but it keeps crashing. Even after I reinstalled the game, it still keeps crashing
  10. [R7] Zombie Gunship 1/5 · US Keep crashing after playing a few times: App hasn’t been updated in about seven years, it cannot handle the new iPhones iOS. RIP
  11. [R22] Zombie Gunship 5/5 · US Good game!: I like the fact that they don’t shove a bunch of “hey buy this now for 100 dollars” in your face and on top on that it’s very fun! It’s one of those hinden gems you could say! Good game recommend it’s fun.
  12. [R27] Zombie Gunship 5/5 · US Simple works: Simple gameplay loop, no ads, no need to be online. A rare type these days.
  13. [R31] Zombie Gunship 5/5 · US Still Amazing!: I used to play this game all the time, but forgot about it. It still isn’t Pay to Win! Thank you!!! 🫶🙌
  14. [R3] Zombie Gunship 3/5 · US Need new updates: Stop letting us down give us new updates. I’d give this game of five if you guys made occasional updates 🤦‍♂️
  15. [R44] Zombie Gunship 4/5 · US Good…: Zombie Gunship is a fun enough game, but there hasn’t been an update in 8 years. Makes one ponder why. User Data?
  16. [R57] Zombie Gunship 5/5 · US Awesome simple game!: I’ve had this game as long as I’ve had an iPhone. It is fun and simple. One of the few games that still gets updated. Thank you Devs!
  17. [R33] Zombie Gunship 5/5 · US Amazing game: I love the simple graphics and animations the zero ads.also it just has that older mobile game charm, it’s very well made and has that charm that most other mobile game don’t. For example there I sent any pushy ads wanting you to buy it or needing to buy the rest of the game you just get a fun zombie shooter
  18. [R62] Left to Survive 5/5 · US Most Horrible game of the century. This game should be taken off the Apple Store.: Left to survive or should i say pay to survive. everything is buy,buy, getting very expensive to play!! Don’t download this game. Worst game I’ve ever played too much money to keep playing. The developers have no clue of the upgrades they do. I REPEAT DO NOT DOWNLOAD THIS GAME. THIS GAME VALUES MORE THE PLAYERS THAT
  19. [R69] Left to Survive 3/5 · US Crashy: Fun game but steady progression hits a wall unless you pay, and even then it’s too slow. I tried that for a few months and wish I hadn’t. This game, along with their other game, Zombie State, crash far too often and always at the perfect time. Customer support is anything but supportive. Asking for screenshots of the incident which are impossible to predict when it closes the app and se
  20. [R81] Left to Survive 3/5 · GB Good game but progress hits brick wall: Good game, nice graphics and early level progress is achievable without spending cash… but, when your town centre hits lvl 16 campaign and weapon upgrade progress hits a brick (pay) wall. Needing massive amounts of oil and your weedy little oil rig just ain’t up to the task…even when upgraded. Stopped playing at lvl16 as could no longer progress without spen
  21. [R99] Left to Survive 3/5 · GB Greedy game makers, shame as quite good: I am happy to pay for games and support the companies making them but this is just greedy. The more you progress the more you have to pay in order to keep going. If I had paid every time the game suggested I could have purchased a PlayStation 5 instead 😂
  22. [R66] Left to Survive 3/5 · US Controller: Please add control support like backbone
  23. [R87] Left to Survive 3/5 · GB Backbone support: Any chance this could be included?
  24. [R90] Left to Survive 3/5 · GB Left to Survive: Good game that could be great if it supported controllers! would then be hitting 5 Star not 3
  25. [R93] Left to Survive 3/5 · GB Control support: Would be 5 star with controllers support!
  26. [R70] Left to Survive 1/5 · US Latest update: Cannot get into game now. 3/26/25
  27. [R73] Left to Survive 1/5 · US Game doesn’t work: After latest update - “Something went wrong. Please restart the game” or words to that effect for DAYS. I wouldn’t otherwise care, but I paid money to play this game… I’m so mad!!!
  28. [R79] Left to Survive 1/5 · US Update failure: Latest update does not work. Cannot open the game.
  29. [R82] Left to Survive 1/5 · US New update: Will not load after new update, on various devices. The amount of money I have spent on this game I would think they would be able to afford the proper employees to do a simple update.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store