Earn To DieDrive through a zombie apocalypse and upgrade your car in Earn to Die. Smash obstacles, manage your fuel, and survive the wasteland in this driving game.
Earn To Die
Earn to Die drops you into a desert wasteland overrun by zombies with only a beat-up hatchback and a small amount of cash. Your goal is to drive across the country to a rescue ship, but you’ll have to bash your way through hordes of the undead to get there. The core loop is simple but incredibly addictive: drive as far as your fuel and armor allow, smash through obstacles, and earn money based on your distance and destruction.
When you inevitably stall out, you return to the garage to spend your earnings. Upgrading your fuel tank, adding a spiked bumper, mounting a machine gun, or strapping a rocket booster to the roof lets you push just a little further on your next run. Upgrading is the key to progress, turning your flimsy starter vehicle into a heavy, armored machine capable of plowing through anything.
Controls
- Up Arrow: Accelerate
- Down Arrow: Brake
- Left / Right Arrows: Tilt vehicle (balance in the air)
- X or Ctrl: Activate boost (when unlocked)
Tips for Survival
- Fuel is everything: In the early game, always prioritize upgrading your fuel tank and engine. You cannot earn cash if you cannot drive forward.
- Land flat: Pitching your car backward or forward while in the air lets you land cleanly on four wheels. A good landing maintains your momentum, while an awkward crash will slow you down and burn extra fuel.
- Save your boost: Once you install the rocket booster, do not waste it on flat ground. Fire it up to power over steep hills or blast through thick stacks of crates and zombies.