Zeke
One of the two playable teenagers. He uses the game's weapons and rescue tools while searching for endangered neighbors.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad | Move the selected character |
|---|---|
A | Use the currently selected item |
B | Fire the currently selected weapon |
C | Cycle through weapons and items |
Start | Pause the game |
Control notes
The control layout follows the Sega Genesis version.
Two-player mode requires a second controller.
How it plays
How does Zombies Ate My Neighbors play?
The player explores maze-like top-down stages, locating and rescuing neighbors before monsters kill them. Each level contains doors, keys, hazards, supplies, and hidden areas, with an exit that becomes usable after the required rescue objectives are met.
Zeke and Julie can move, fire different weapons, collect items, and switch equipment. Weapons have limited ammunition, while consumable items provide temporary advantages or restore resources. The game supports one-player and two-player cooperative play, and progression advances through a large sequence of themed stages with increasingly dangerous enemies and layouts.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Zombies Ate My Neighbors?
Protect the neighbors before pursuing optional exploration. A stage can become unwinnable when too many civilians are killed, so clear nearby threats and learn the safest routes first.
Conserve powerful ammunition for crowded rooms and dangerous monsters. Search for keys and hidden passages, but leave an escape route when entering areas containing fast or durable enemies.
In two-player games, split scouting duties carefully and regroup before opening risky doors. Track rescued neighbors and remaining supplies so neither player wastes time revisiting cleared areas.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Julie
The second playable teenager. She has the same core gameplay role as Zeke and can be selected for solo or cooperative play.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Rescue neighbors as soon as the surrounding room is reasonably safe.
- 2
Use the weapon that matches the enemy instead of spending limited ammunition indiscriminately.
- 3
Check suspicious rooms and corners for keys, supplies, and hidden civilians.
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