Axis & Allies Meets the Undead
Axis & Allies: Zombies takes the classic WWII strategy experience and tears open a rift in history — one that floods the battlefield with the undead. This isn't a gimmick layered onto a familiar game; the zombie mechanics fundamentally reshape how you plan, attack, and survive. Fallen soldiers rise again, territory control becomes a desperate scramble, and even a winning advance can turn catastrophic if you're not managing the horde at your flanks.
Gameplay & Mechanics
Built on the beloved Axis & Allies foundation, this standalone game layers in a zombie outbreak that affects all factions equally and unpredictably. Players still command the major powers of World War II, moving troops and managing resources across a global map — but now every battle carries the risk of turning your own casualties against you. The zombie threat isn't just atmospheric flavour; it demands a strategic rethink of classic play patterns, forcing you to weigh aggression against the very real cost of leaving undead in your wake.
What's in the Box
- Large-format game board depicting the WWII theatre
- Sculpted plastic military and zombie miniatures
- Faction-specific components for all major powers
- Zombie cards driving outbreak events
- Dice, tokens, and reference materials
Who This Is For
This is the game for the Axis & Allies veteran who has played the original so many times they can quote the setup by heart — and wants something genuinely surprising to hit the table. It also works beautifully as an entry point for players who love the zombie genre and want a strategy game with real historical texture beneath the horror. Groups that enjoy long, narrative-driven sessions with meaningful decisions will find a lot to dig into here. It also makes a memorable gift for the history buff or strategy fan who thinks they've seen everything.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Wizards of the Coast / Avalon Hill |
| Distributed By | GTS Distribution |
| Genre | Strategy / Alternate History |
| Players | 2–6 |
| Play Time | Varies by scenario |
| Format | Standalone Board Game |





