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ALL IN VAIN

Alexander Zmeev, Sergey Zmeev · Published by ZMV Studio · Official site ↗

Content notice: killing zombies elements of fear and killing opponents

Last updated 28 Sept 2026

In a zombie apocalypse, survival is your main goal. All in Vain offers a unique experience: craft weapons, explore a vast open world, fight hordes of zombies and gangs, complete quests, and uncover the mysteries of a shattered world.

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Embark on a survival journey where crafting weapons and completing quests are key to thriving in ALL IN VAIN’s sprawling zombie apocalypse. Explore the ruins, fight hordes of undead, and unravel the secrets of a shattered world.

About this game

Description:


Immerse yourself in a post-apocalyptic world teeming with zombies and hostile gangs in the game "All in Vain." Explore a vast open world, engage in diverse quests, and develop your survival strategy. Utilize an advanced crafting system and weapon customization to create unique items and enhance your combat prowess. Your decisions will determine your fate in this harsh and captivating adventure. Survive at all costs and prove that hope is not in vain!

Key Features:


Crafting:
Gather resources, explore the world, and create everything from simple tools to complex and deadly weapons. Your ingenuity is the key to survival.

Weapon Customization:
Upgrade and modify your weapons to suit your playstyle. Each part has its own significance, and the right choice can be crucial in battle.

Survival:
Fight for your life against bloodthirsty zombies and ruthless bandits. Manage hunger, thirst, and fatigue to stay battle-ready.

Open World:
Explore a vast world filled with diverse landscapes—from dense forests and majestic mountains to raging rivers and tranquil lakes. From small settlements to a sprawling metropolis, each location is meticulously detailed and full of dangers and opportunities. Find shelters, gather valuable resources, and uncover hidden spots to survive and thrive in this harsh world.

Enemies:
In your world, zombies vary in their abilities and characteristics. Some zombies are slow and weak, posing a smaller threat, while others are incredibly strong and powerful. Additionally, there are mutants—extremely powerful and dangerous creatures that require special strategies to defeat. Besides zombies, you'll encounter various factions, each with its own goals and motives. These groups will also be your enemies, creating additional obstacles and conflicts in your fight for survival.

Quests:
Complete a variety of tasks that will help you survive, find allies, and uncover the mysteries of the post-apocalyptic world. Quests range from resource gathering to complex missions requiring strategy and skill. Dive into intricate quests where you need to think through every step and find creative solutions to overcome dangerous traps and solve challenging puzzles.

Additional Features:


Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a post-apocalyptic world with realistic graphics and immersive sound design. Explore detailed locations where every texture and sound creates the feeling of a real apocalypse.

Dynamic Day and Night Cycle: Experience the realism of a world where changing conditions affect your survival. Day brings new opportunities for exploration and resource gathering, while night introduces new dangers, forcing you to seek shelter and stay alert.

Weather Conditions: Feel the full force of nature with changing weather conditions such as strong winds, dense fog, and heavy rain. These factors not only alter your perception of the world but also significantly impact survival tactics, adding an extra layer of realism and challenges.

Cooperative Mode: Team up with friends in a cooperative multiplayer mode to tackle challenges together, share resources, and complete quests as a team.

"All in Vain" combines intense survival elements with rich storytelling and a dynamic, ever-changing world, offering players a thrilling and immersive post-apocalyptic experience.

System Requirements

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Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS: Windows® 10 or newer
  • Processor: Intel Core i3-9100 / AMD Ryzen 3 2300X
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1050 Ti / AMD Radeon™ RX 560 (4GB VRAM)
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Storage: 50 GB available space

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS: Windows® 10 or newer
  • Processor: AMD / Intel CPU running at 3.6 GHz or higher: AMD Ryzen 5 3600X or Intel i5-8600K or newer
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 8 GB VRAM, AMD RX 6700 XT / NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Storage: 50 GB available space

Supported Languages

English*, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Simplified Chinese, Polish, Russian
*languages with full audio support

Latest news

  • Patch NotesOfficial

    Character update

    Hello everyone! I’m currently working hard on the game characters. A new update for the demo version of the game will be released soon. Thank you for your support and patience there’s much more exciting content ahead!
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  • AnnouncementsOfficial

    we’ve reached over 7,200 wishlists already!

    WOW! I’m excited to share - we’ve reached over 7,200 wishlists already! Thank you so much to every single one of you for your support!I’d love to show you what we’ve added recently. We’ve implemented a survival mechanic - and one of its key features is fishing 🎣 Our 3D artist is currently working on survival items and new models.Very soon, we may be able to show a full development video. But first, I’ll publish complete documentation detailing what will be included in the demo and what to expect in the full game release.Thank you for being with us - the best is yet to come! 🚀
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  • AnnouncementsOfficial

    Thank you so much for your support!

    Thank you so much for your support! We have already reached 4,000 wishlists - an incredible milestone for us! Thanks to this, we now have a real chance to find sponsors, and the game will be able to grow and move forward much faster with your support.Work Process
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  • AnnouncementsOfficial

    Demo version

    Hello everyone!We are happy to announce that the demo version of our game will be released on 2.12.2026 Please do not judge the demo too harshly, as we encountered serious technical issues during development and had to release the demo within a very short timeframe.If you notice any bugs, errors, or optimization issues while playing, please let us know in our Discord — your feedback is extremely important to us Please note that in the demo version:there will be no questscharacter switching will not be availablemultiplayer will not be availablelocalization will be English onlyUnfortunately, we experienced a hard drive failure, which caused the loss of part of our data. Right now, we are actively working on restoring everything, improving the demo, and continuing development toward the full release of the game.Thank you so much for your support and understanding It truly means a lot to us.
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  • AnnouncementsOfficial

    Demo version coming soon on Steam

    Demo version coming soon on Steam.The zombie apocalypse begins.There is no hope left.All is in vain.Watch the trailer.The exact release date will be announced soon.
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