The Dead Await Free Download…In a world overrun by the undead every choice is a gamble. The Dead Await blends strategic deck building resource management and narrative choices into a gritty RPG where you must scavenge fight and lead survivors in a desperate struggle to reclaim civilization.
Game Info
- Title: The Dead Await
- Genre:Indie, RPG, Strategy, Early Access
- Developer: Shotx
- Publisher: indie.io
- Franchise: indie.io
- Release Date: 24 Oct, 2024
- Early Access Release Date: 24 Oct, 2024
Game Overview
Lead a caravan of survivors across a zombie ravaged America in this open-world deck building RPG.

Scavenge resources manage trauma and battle both the undead and the living in your quest for answers—and a future. Will you rebuild civilization or become another ghost on the highway?
How to Install The Dead Await (Full Game Guide)
- Click the download link at the bottom of this page to get the full game.
- Right-click the downloaded
.rar
file and select “Extract Here” (make sure you have WinRAR installed). - You’ll now see an ISO file—extract it again by right-clicking and choosing “Extract Here”.
- If you use UltraISO, click the “The Dead Await” icon (top toolbar).
- Open the virtual drive (usually under “My Computer”) to access the files.
- Right-click the
.exe
file and select “Run as Administrator” to start installation. - Wait for the setup to complete.
- Open the game’s installation folder (e.g.,
Local Disk C > Program Files >
The Dead Await. - Copy all files from the extracted folder and paste them into the game’s directory.
- Click “Replace” if prompted.
- Right-click the game’s
.exe
file and select “Run as Administrator”.
Free Download Links
Download the full version of the game using the links below.
🛠 Easy Setup Guide
- Check for missing DLL files: Navigate to the
_Redist
or_CommonRedist
folder in the game directory and install DirectX, Vcredist, and other dependencies. - Use 7-Zip to extract files: If you receive a “file corrupted” error, re-download and extract again.
- Run as Administrator: Right-click the game’s executable file and select “Run as Administrator” to avoid save issues.
💡 Helpful Tips
- Need installation help? Read our full FAQ & Troubleshooting Guide.
- Antivirus False Positives: Temporarily pause your antivirus software during extraction to prevent it from mistakenly blocking game files.
- Update GPU Drivers: For better performance, update your NVIDIA drivers or AMD drivers.
- Game won’t launch? Try compatibility modzbutables. Download the All-in-One VC Redist Package and install all versions.
❓ Need More Help?
Visit our FAQ page for solutions to frequently asked questions and common issues.
System Requirements
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-3.3 GHz or better, or AMD Equivalent
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 970 / AMD Radeon RX 570 or better.
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 1 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Card
- Additional Notes: Mouse, Keyboard
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