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Stubbs the Zombie in Rebel Without a Pulse

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox, Nintendo Switch • 2021

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Quick resume

Be the Zombie. Kick A** and Take Brains.

Global score

87/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up

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    Pros

    • Unique and creative gameplay mechanics
    • Humorous and campy story and tone
    • Local and remote co-op support
    • Nostalgic retro-futuristic setting
    • Affordable price with achievements

    Cons

    • Short game length and limited replay value
    • Some technical issues and crashes reported
    • Dated graphics and limited visual upgrades
    • Removed licensed music tracks
    • Some frustrating difficulty spikes and controls

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

      Game with the same Autonomy vibe

      3

      "Players control a single zombie and can issue simple commands to their zombie horde, allowing tactical decision-making and freedom in approach."

      Capsule for I, Zombie I, Zombie

      "Players control Stubbs the Zombie with various unique abilities and can choose different approaches to combat and exploration, indicating moderate player freedom."

    • Competence

      Game with the same Competence vibe

      2

      "Game involves skillful shooting and survival against zombies, but also has repetitive grinding and some exploits."

      Capsule for Madness Cubed Madness Cubed

      "Gameplay involves some skill in managing zombie hordes and using abilities, but overall combat and tasks are straightforward and sometimes repetitive."

    • Competition

      Game with the same Competition vibe

      -4

      "Focus is on single-player experience without competitive modes or leaderboards; players progress at their own pace."

      Capsule for Songs for a Hero - Definitive Edition Songs for a Hero - Definitive Edition

      "Focus is on single-player experience and co-op play without competitive modes or leaderboards; players progress at their own pace."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      -3

      "Short game (~2 hours) with limited replay value; some players replay for achievements but generally not habitual play."

      Capsule for The Light Remake The Light Remake

      "Game is relatively short (3-6 hours) with limited replay value; some players replay for nostalgia or achievements but generally not for long habitual play."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      3

      "Supports local multiplayer co-op and Steam Remote Play Together, encouraging teamwork."

      Capsule for I MAED A GAM3 W1TH Z0MB1ES 1N IT!!!1 I MAED A GAM3 W1TH Z0MB1ES 1N IT!!!1

      "Supports local and Steam Remote Play Together co-op allowing two players to play simultaneously, encouraging cooperative play."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      4

      "Players can experiment with different zombie mutations and strategies; level editor and community maps add creative potential."

      Capsule for Zombie Night Terror Zombie Night Terror

      "Unique gameplay mechanics such as controlling zombies, using body parts as weapons, and creating zombie hordes show strong creativity."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      -4

      "Interactions emphasize shared play and cooperation rather than dominance or power over others."

      Capsule for LEGO® Marvel™ Super Heroes LEGO® Marvel™ Super Heroes

      "Interactions emphasize shared control and cooperation rather than dominance or power over other players."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      4

      "Players use the game as a distraction and stress relief, enjoying a fictional zombie apocalypse setting."

      Capsule for Deadly 30 Deadly 30

      "Players enjoy a humorous, campy zombie apocalypse setting that provides distraction and stress relief from real life."

    • Expectation

      Game with the same Expectation vibe

      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of nostalgia and personal interest, not due to obligation or pressure."

      Capsule for Hard Truck Apocalypse: Rise Of Clans / Ex Machina: Meridian 113 Hard Truck Apocalypse: Rise Of Clans / Ex Machina: Meridian 113

      "Players engage voluntarily out of nostalgia or interest in unique gameplay, not due to obligation or pressure."

    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      3

      "Game encourages trying different forms and abilities to overcome obstacles and enemies."

      Capsule for Berserk Boy Berserk Boy

      "Game encourages trying different abilities and strategies to overcome enemies and complete levels."

    • Exploration

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      1

      "Levels are mostly linear with some secondary areas and collectibles encouraging limited exploration."

      Capsule for Dead Effect Dead Effect

      "Levels are mostly linear with some larger arenas allowing limited exploration, but objectives are generally clear."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      -2

      "Limited customization or personalization options; players use preset characters and visuals."

      Capsule for Wires And Whiskers Wires And Whiskers

      "Limited character customization; players use predefined zombie and NPC models with minor visual updates."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      5

      "Highly imaginative, surreal sci-fi setting with absurd characters and scenarios inspired by Rick & Morty style humor."

      Capsule for Trover Saves the Universe Trover Saves the Universe

      "Strongly imaginative setting with a comedic zombie protagonist and retro-futuristic world full of absurd scenarios."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      2

      "Some community feeling through shared nostalgia and local co-op play, but limited online social features."

      Capsule for Alien Hominid HD Alien Hominid HD

      "Some social connection through co-op and community nostalgia, but primarily a single-player experience."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      2

      "Players develop combat skills and learn boss mechanics, though progression is mostly linear and limited."

      Capsule for BloodRayne: Terminal Cut BloodRayne: Terminal Cut

      "Players learn to use various zombie abilities and tactics, though overall progression is limited and linear."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -5

      "Typical sedentary video game play with no physical activity involved."

      Capsule for LEGO® Marvel™ Super Heroes LEGO® Marvel™ Super Heroes

      "Typical sedentary video game play with no physical activity involved."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -3

      "Requires focused attention during play; no background or idle gameplay."

      Capsule for Nocturnals Nocturnals

      "Requires focused attention during gameplay; no background or idle mechanics."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      -4

      "Social interactions limited to casual co-op; no evidence of deep emotional or close relationships."

      Capsule for Shotgun Legend Shotgun Legend

      "Social interactions are limited to lighthearted co-op; no deep emotional or relationship building."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      3

      "Players lead and manage zombie hordes strategically, directing their actions and mutations."

      Capsule for Zombie Night Terror Zombie Night Terror

      "Players lead zombie hordes and control possessed humans, exercising strategic command."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      3

      "Players unlock new floors, rooms, and upgrades, and level up minions, showing clear progression."

      Capsule for Naheulbeuk's Dungeon Master Naheulbeuk's Dungeon Master

      "Players accumulate zombie minions and unlock abilities as they advance through levels."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      2

      "Humorous and lighthearted tone provides casual relaxation despite some challenge."

      Capsule for Rock of Ages Rock of Ages

      "Humorous tone and moderate challenge provide a balance of fun and relaxation, though some frustration noted."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      3

      "Cartoonish gore, sound effects, and visual style provide sensory stimulation and fun."

      Capsule for Roombo: First Blood Roombo: First Blood

      "Visual gore, cartoonish violence, and retro soundtrack provide sensory stimulation and entertainment."

    • Status

      Game with the same Status vibe

      -4

      "Game focuses on personal and cooperative enjoyment rather than social recognition or ranking."

      Capsule for Bud Spencer & Terence Hill - Slaps And Beans Bud Spencer & Terence Hill - Slaps And Beans

      "Game focuses on personal enjoyment and nostalgia rather than social recognition or status."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      3

      "Engaging narrative with humorous cutscenes and character interactions, though story is light."

      Capsule for Captain Wayne - Vacation Desperation Captain Wayne - Vacation Desperation

      "Engaging comedic narrative with characters and plot, though story is light and not deeply immersive."

    • Strategy

      Game with the same Strategy vibe

      3

      "Players use tactical thinking in combat, resource management, and quest decision-making."

      Capsule for Star Control®: Origins Star Control®: Origins

      "Players use tactical thinking to manage zombie hordes, use abilities, and approach combat scenarios."

    • Thrill

      Game with the same Thrill vibe

      1

      "Some suspense in combat timing and boss fights, but overall the tone is light and humorous rather than tense."

      Capsule for Precipice of Darkness, Episode One Precipice of Darkness, Episode One

      "Some suspense in combat and boss fights, but overall gameplay is lighthearted and not highly tense."

    • Value

      Game with the same Value vibe

      3

      "Affordable price and enjoyable gameplay provide good perceived value for money."

      Capsule for Ragdoll Runners Ragdoll Runners

      "Affordable price and nostalgic value provide good perceived return, though game is short and limited in content."

    • Violence

      Game with the same Violence vibe

      4

      "Enjoyment of cartoonish combat and destruction is central to gameplay."

      Capsule for Bacon May Die Bacon May Die

      "Enjoyment of cartoonish combat, gore, and destruction is a core part of the gameplay experience."

    • Survival

      Game with the same Survival vibe

      2

      "Players must avoid death and manage limited lives, with some challenge in surviving enemy attacks and timers."

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      "Players must avoid death and manage resources like zombie minions to survive enemy attacks."

    Analysis

    Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Competition. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Leadership, Cooperation, Fellowship.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

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    Last update: 30/04/2026