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Generation Zero®

Generation Zero®

Generation Zero is a stealth-action shooter where you wage guerilla warfare against lethal mechanical enemies. Explore a vast open world map inspired by the Swedish Cold War era, take part in the resistance alone or with up to three friends in seamless co-op.

72%
Mostly Positive
DeveloperSystemic Reaction™
PublisherAvalanche Studios
Release DateMar 26, 2019
$24.99
Peak Players11.4K
PlatformsWindows
Action
Adventure
AI Review Summary

Generation Zero is a visually stunning, atmospheric open-world FPS that offers a unique survival-horror experience, particularly when played in co-op. While the core loop of hunting machines is highly praised, the game is currently hampered by a controversial final update that introduced significant bugs and softlocks. Potential buyers should be aware that development has officially ceased, leaving some content feeling unfinished and heavily reliant on paid DLC.

Pros

  • Highly engaging co-op gameplay that is best experienced with friends.90%
  • Breathtaking graphics and atmospheric world design that create a unique setting.90%
  • Satisfying combat mechanics focused on dismantling and scrapping killer machinery.80%
  • Intense exploration and survival-horror elements that provide a tense experience.70%
  • Enjoyable base-building and weapon customization systems.60%

Cons

  • Development has been discontinued, leaving the game in a 'quasi-unfinished' state.90%
  • The final 'Zero Contact' update introduced game-breaking bugs and softlocks for many players.90%
  • A significant amount of weapons and extra content are locked behind paid DLC.80%
  • The gameplay can become a repetitive grind after the first few hours.70%
  • Technical issues such as players getting stuck in the environment remain unpatched.60%

Notable Mentions

  • Reviewers strongly suggest purchasing the game only during a sale due to its abandoned development status.
  • The game draws comparisons to Fallout 4's base-building and weapon systems.
Confidence: 86%
Based on the 104 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Aug 14, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
424
Peak · last 90 days
661
All-time peak
11.4K

Price

Current price
$24.99
Lowest tracked
$3.74since Feb 13, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
69%
All-time positive
72%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews42.2K
Positive: 30.4K (72%)Negative: 11.8K (28%)

2%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

65h

Avg Playtime at Review

73%

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