The Dead Linger vs Valheim
Side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, ratings, and alternatives.
The Dead Linger is a zombie survival shooter where scavenging for supplies and treating a creeping infection are key to staying alive. Set in the fixed 18 × 18 km Pepper Valley map, the game blends open‑world exploration with intense co‑op and solo combat against endless hordes. Built on Unreal Engine 4, the title offers deep modding support through the Watertower tool, letting players reshape the post‑apocalyptic landscape while battling the ever‑present threat of turning into the very enemy they fight.
Valheim is a co-op survival crafting game set in a procedurally generated Norse purgatory, blending base-building, exploration, and challenging boss fights with a striking low-poly art style.
Around $19.99 (Early Access).
- Deep infection mechanic adds unique tension
- High‑quality UE4 graphics
- Robust modding support via Watertower
- Flexible single‑player and co‑op modes
- Excellent co-op survival loop
- Great atmosphere and art
- Strong value
- Rewarding progression
- Fixed map limits replay variety
- Infection treatment only delays transformation
- Steep learning curve for new players
- Still in Early Access
- Grindy resource gathering
- Combat is simple
What reviewers say
The Dead Linger Reviews
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Valheim Reviews
4.3 (4)Fun with caveats
Picked up Valheim recently. Upside: excellent co-op survival loop. Downside: still in early access.
So much fun
Been playing Valheim with friends. Great atmosphere and art. One gripe: combat is simple. Would recommend.
Love it
Sunk way too many hours into Valheim. Strong value. No real complaints. Would recommend.
