Brief summary
They Are Coming is a free, side-scrolling zombie shooter from OnHit.Dev. The game is available to download at no cost and can be played offline. It’s built around surviving successive waves of undead rather than a fixed-level campaign.
Core gameplay
Players take the role of a lone survivor trying to endure each day by eliminating hordes of zombies. Each wave increases in difficulty, forcing you to adapt with weapons, gadgets, and defensive tools. Some foes are resilient—certain zombies can revive after being shot—and others wear protective gear that makes them harder to kill.
Modes and objectives
- Main campaign: survive each day by clearing all incoming waves; completing days rewards currency for upgrades.
- Sandbox/custom: an open-ended mode where you can keep playing and arrange your defenses however you like, letting you experiment without strict limits.
Weapons, upgrades and items
- Traps and defensive gear you can place to slow or damage enemies.
- Melee weapons for close-quarters encounters and conserving ammo.
- Firearms with upgrade paths available through the in-game shop.
- Miscellaneous equipment and consumables that modify survivability or damage output.
Currency earned from cleared days is spent in the shop to strengthen weapons and buy additional items, but the opposition continues to grow tougher as you progress.
Controls and input
- Tap the right side of the screen to fire your current weapon; separate buttons are available for reloading and melee actions.
- A virtual joystick on the left handles movement.
- Weapon-switching is also mapped to the left side for quick access during intense moments.
The control layout emphasizes simple inputs so you can focus on managing waves and positioning.
Enemy variety and pacing
The roster includes common, tougher, and armored zombies; some wear helmets that reduce incoming damage, while others have abilities like getting back up after a hit. The progression ramps difficulty by introducing stronger and more gruesome enemies over time, creating a steady challenge.
Visual style and tone
Visually the game leans into a chunky, pixelated aesthetic with heavy gore effects. It’s intentionally rough around the edges, favoring a retro, arcade feel over photorealism.
Final impression
They Are Coming combines straightforward mechanics with escalating difficulty to deliver a satisfying wave-based shooter. Controls are easy to pick up, and the mix of weapons, traps, and modes keeps gameplay varied. While a few systems could be refined, overall it’s a solid and entertaining zombie action game.
Technical
- iPhone
- Android
- Free