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Dead Pulse

By Gökdoğan · Windows

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Dead Pulse is an atmospheric, adrenaline-fueled zombie survival FPS set in a red-tinted post-apocalyptic wasteland. Face endless waves of the undead, unlock powerful weapons and roguelite skills, and fight to survive the crimson night in a dark, gritty world.

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Before you play.

Game style
Action · Indie
Platforms
Windows

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ANSWERS FOR YOUR FIRST SESSION

Dead Pulse gameplay guide and player questions

Steam edition · Researched Nov 8, 2026 · Guide updated Nov 8, 2026.

Source facts

What are the four primary weapons available for combat in Dead Pulse?

Players can utilize four distinct weapons to survive the undead horde: the AK-47, the revolver, the minigun, and the saw launcher. These tools are essential for managing the fast-paced, wave-based survival gameplay found throughout the game.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

How does the roguelite upgrade system function during a run?

During each run, you level up and select from randomized upgrade cards. You can carry up to six skills at once and further level up the specific ones you have chosen, ensuring that every single run plays differently.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

What permanent progression options are available using gold?

You can spend gold earned during your runs on lasting upgrades. These include improvements to your fire rate, maximum HP, lifesteal, and XP multiplier, as well as purchasing an extra weapon slot to increase your combat effectiveness.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

What tactical equipment can be deployed to assist in survival?

Beyond standard firearms, you can utilize grenades for crowd control, deployable turrets for automated defense, and a trampoline that launches you into the air to reposition yourself quickly when the horde becomes overwhelming.

Based on source 1.

Source facts

What kind of threats do the brutal bosses present?

The giant abominations feature deadly moves including leaps, fire breath, blood spikes, meteor storms, and shockwaves. These powerful attacks are capable of tearing apart the terrain, forcing players to adapt their movement and strategy during boss encounters.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

How does the difficulty level impact the gameplay experience?

Dead Pulse offers three distinct difficulty levels. Choosing a higher difficulty setting results in tougher enemies, but it also provides bigger rewards, making it a meaningful choice for players looking to test their skills and earn more gold.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

What is the primary goal regarding the undead waves?

The undead do not tire and will continue to claw their way out of the earth. With every wave, the horde grows faster, stronger, and more overwhelming, challenging you to see how long you can keep your pulse beating.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

How can players unlock new content in the game?

You can unlock new content by completing specific quests. These include zombie quests, weapon quests, upgrade quests, and boss quests. Focusing on these objectives is a key way to expand your options and progress through the game.

Based on source 1.

Source facts

Where do the zombie encounters take place?

The undead emerge across various environments, specifically muddy forest roads and foggy lake shores. These settings provide the backdrop for the fast-paced, wave-based survival FPS action that defines the core experience of Dead Pulse.

Based on source 1.

Source facts

Are there social features for comparing performance?

Yes, the game includes both global and friends leaderboards. These allow you to track your progress and prove your survival skills by seeing who can survive the longest against the relentless waves of the undead.

Based on source 1.

Sources & scope

  1. Publisher description on Steam ↗Checked Nov 8, 2026

AI-assisted research with automated evidence and consistency checks. Good Game Daily organizes publisher information into practical answers. Guidance is an editorial interpretation of those sources. These notes are based on source research rather than a firsthand playtest; editions and later updates may differ.

YOUR NEXT STEP

Check the fit before you install

For Dead Pulse · Steam edition.

  1. Compare your device with the listed Windows requirements. Controller support is not verified here.
  2. Steam lists single-player support. Read the developer’s requirements if you need to play without an internet connection; single-player does not by itself establish offline access.
  3. The full-game US price snapshot is 3.99 USD; check the current price in your region.

Decision guide updated 2026-10-29. Based on the publisher listing checked 2026-11-08; this is not a firsthand review.

PC EDITION · STEAM

Choose how you play.

Platforms
Windows
Play modes
Single-player
Languages
English, French, Turkish, Italian, German, Arabic, Simplified Chinese, Portuguese - Brazil, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Spanish - Latin America, Polish, Russian
Release date / window
Oct 25, 2026
Full game price · US
3.99 USD

The full game and its demo may have different availability. Prices are a US storefront snapshot. DLC and in-game purchases may cost extra.

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Windows minimum requirements

Minimum: OS: Windows 10 (64-bit) Processor: Intel Core i3-6100 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200 or equivalent Memory: 6 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti / AMD Radeon R7 260X (2 GB VRAM) or equivalent, DirectX 11 DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 3 GB available space Additional Notes: Integrated graphics (Intel UHD/Iris) need the Low graphics preset.

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