Frozen State vs Project Zomboid
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Project Zomboid wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Frozen State is R$18.20 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Frozen State | Project Zomboid |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Worth It | 47 | 75 |
| Quality | 53 | 76 |
| Value | 42 | 66 |
| Popularity | 44 | 64 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 23.99 | R$ 42.19 |
| Steam Review Score | 63% positive | 94.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 52.4K |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Frozen State | Project Zomboid |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 5, 2016 | November 8, 2013 |
| Developers | Flox Studios | The Indie Stone |
| Publishers | Flox Studios | The Indie Stone |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 or higher | — |
| Processor (minimum) | 3.0 Ghz Quad Core CPU or faster | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GT 650M or 750M (strongly recommended) | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 4 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Frozen State or Project Zomboid?
Project Zomboid won the comparison against Frozen State 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 Frozen State worth buying over Project Zomboid?
Based on the metrics, Project Zomboid 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. Project Zomboid currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:22 PM UTC