Chains of Freedom vs Ultimate Zombie Defense 2
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Ultimate Zombie Defense 2 wins 12 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Ultimate Zombie Defense 2 is $22.43 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Chains of Freedom | Ultimate Zombie Defense 2 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 47 | 56 |
| Quality | 65 | 63 |
| Value | 45 | 74 |
| Popularity | 22 | 23 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $24.99 | $2.56 |
| Steam Review Score | 80.1% positive | 77.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 4 | 8 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Chains of Freedom
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Chains of Freedom | Ultimate Zombie Defense 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | April 15, 2025 | November 20, 2025 |
| Developers | Nordcurrent | Terror Dog Studio |
| Publishers | Nordcurrent Labs | Terror Dog Studio |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10/11 (64-bit versions) |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel Core i7-6700k or better |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | NVIDIA GTX 970 or better |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 10 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 15 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Chains of Freedom or Ultimate Zombie Defense 2?
Ultimate Zombie Defense 2 won the comparison against Chains of Freedom based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Chains of Freedom worth buying over Ultimate Zombie Defense 2?
Based on the metrics, Ultimate Zombie Defense 2 won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Ultimate Zombie Defense 2 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:12 PM UTC