Nomad

Open-world survival sandbox with zombies, crafting, and player raids

Diminished Studios · Released Jun 26, 2015 · Early Access

Action Adventure Indie Massively Multiplayer RPG Free To Play Early Access

Reviews: Mixed; 60% of 4,621
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Playing now: 5; right now
Steam Deck: Untested
Last update: 8 months ago; Jan 12, 2026

What is Nomad?

This free-to-play first-person survival sandbox takes place on an overgrown island years after an apocalypse. Scavenge for food, medical supplies, and weapons, craft gear, build a base, and face zombies and other players in an open multiplayer world. Safe-zone quests lead across the island to uncover its history.

For you if...

+you enjoy scavenging and building a survival base
+you like multiplayer PvP alongside co-op survival
+you prefer setting your own goals in an open world

Not for you if...

−you want a guided story with a clear destination
−you dislike losing supplies or buildings to other players
−you prefer survival without frequent zombie encounters

What players say

60% of 4,621 reviews are positive

Players praise the open-ended survival and simple gameplay. Complaints include player griefing, difficult zombies, and low online activity; several players also report unexpected account bans.