Steam app 360170 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 21:14 UTC
Dead or Alive? Make up your mind, stranger. We don’t like that undead business here in Louisiana…Survive solo or with friends as you look to fulfill your basic needs of food, water and shelter, crafting your own tools and weapons while you secure your camp and face flesh hungry zombies.
308 hourly samples, with the daily peak drawn over them. Weekends are shaded.
133 months, September 2015 to September 2026. The highest number of people in the game at once, each month, on a time axis -- a gap in the record stays a gap.
The highest number of people in the game at once, each month. Four, because four is as far back as the source keeps anything finer than one figure a month.
31 days, each one the highest figure that day. The source keeps no hourly detail this far back. Weekends are shaded.
31 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 170 hourly samples from 13 Aug, which is as far back as the source keeps every hour. Weekends are shaded.
12 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 138 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.
How to Survive 2 was released on 8 Sep, 2016.
Players can shoot or chop zombies into pieces, burn them and/ or make them explode. There are finishing moves to stomp on zombie heads or chop them off
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How to Survive 2 - Console Release Trailer PEGI
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How to Survive 2 - Dead Dynamite PEGI
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How to Survive 2 -Halloween Update PEGI
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How to Survive 2 - Out of Early Access NOW! PEGI
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HtS2 EA Announcement trailer PEGI
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How to Survive 2 - Kovac TV trailer PEGI
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How to Survive 2 - Early Access June Update SWAT
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50 developer announcements, Nov 2016 to Mar 2024 · times in UTC
Introducing the How to Survive ParadiZe Bundle This bundle contains two thrilling and ultra-fun zombie survival experiences from Eko Software: Welcome to ParadiZe Paradise isn't exactly what you hoped for: it's infested with zombies!…
apounder505We are part of Steam's publisher sale, take advantage of the savings and buy them all! How to Survive 2 for 75% off and all DLC for 30% off: http://store.steampowered.com/app/360170/How_to_Survive_2/ How to Survive for 90% off & DLC's One…
DarqflameThank you for your patience while we deal with a runaway zombie from the bunker hamster wheels powering the server. Once we have him properly caught or replaced, we'll update accordingly. Edited: all is well! Go slay some zombies!
DarqflameWe hope you have had a great year, but send blessings for an even better New Year! Thank you for all your support from the How to Survive Team of 505 Games and Ekosoftware! http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1252220835…
DarqflameWe hope you have had a great year, but send blessings for an even better New Year! Thank you for all your support from the How to Survive Team of 505 Games and Ekosoftware! http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1252220835…
DarqflameHave a very ZOMBIE Xmas and a Happy Holidays from all of us here in Kovacland! http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1247592683
DarqflameHave a very ZOMBIE Xmas and a Happy Holidays from all of us here in Kovacland! http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1247592683
DarqflameDon't have your Festive Santa Hat in H2S2 yet? Get the game for 75% off and go play Santa! And kill some Santa zombies too... http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1238678396 Need something different? Get How To Survive…
DarqflameDon't have your Festive Santa Hat in H2S2 yet? Get the game for 75% off and go play Santa! And kill some Santa zombies too... http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1238678396 Need something different? Get How To Survive…
DarqflameHey Survivors! We are migrating servers to a new technology on Monday December 4th. This server maintenance will affect all platforms for the game we estimate it will take one day to complete.…
DarqflameHey Survivors! We are migrating servers to a new technology on Monday December 4th. This server maintenance will affect all platforms for the game we estimate it will take one day to complete.…
DarqflameDon't let those turkeys get you down! Get up and show them who is boss! And who knows, you might end up with a turkey dinner too! We are on Steam's #Autumnsale! Get How To Survive 2 for 75% off…
DarqflameDon't let those turkeys get you down! Get up and show them who is boss! And who knows, you might end up with a turkey dinner too! We are on Steam's #Autumnsale! Get How To Survive 2 for 75% off…
DarqflameKick some zombie butt in How to Survive 2 during Steam's Halloween 🎃sale! How to Survive 2 75% off Kovac's Ultimate Edition for 65% off DLC's for 30% off Get on this deal now, offer expires November 1st @ 10am PDT 👇…
DarqflameKick some zombie butt in How to Survive 2 during Steam's Halloween 🎃sale! How to Survive 2 75% off Kovac's Ultimate Edition for 65% off DLC's for 30% off Get on this deal now, offer expires November 1st @ 10am PDT 👇…
DarqflameHello Survivors, Are you missing one of our games? Have you been trying to get a friend to play? NOW IS YOUR CHANCE! Steam summer sale has begun and all of our games and DLC are on sale! How to Survive 90% off How to Survive Third Person…
DarqflameHello Survivors, Are you missing one of our games? Have you been trying to get a friend to play? NOW IS YOUR CHANCE! Steam summer sale has begun and all of our games and DLC are on sale! How to Survive 90% off How to Survive Third Person…
DarqflameDear Survivors! We were experiencing server issues and a new version of the server has been pushed today to solve latency and unstability. This will benefit players world wide and across all platforms. We want to thank you for reporting in…
DarqflameDear Survivors! We were experiencing server issues and a new version of the server has been pushed today to solve latency and unstability. This will benefit players world wide and across all platforms. We want to thank you for reporting in…
DarqflameDear Survivors! We have been having some intermittent downtime the last week or so. We apologize for the down time and have been working diligently to get it fixed so you can enjoy slaying zombies! We would like to thank all of you for your…
DarqflameDear Survivors! We have been having some intermittent downtime the last week or so. We apologize for the down time and have been working diligently to get it fixed so you can enjoy slaying zombies! We would like to thank all of you for your…
DarqflameYou heard me, get eggsited (excited) everyone, here comes some bunny love! We have a very eggselent update for you! Please don't get overly eggshausted! Easter update - 2 new quests - 1 boss - 1 new melee weapon : "Pilgrim's mace" - 1 new…
Patch notesYou heard me, get eggsited (excited) everyone, here comes some bunny love! We have a very eggselent update for you! Please don't get overly eggshausted! Easter update - 2 new quests - 1 boss - 1 new melee weapon : "Pilgrim's mace" - 1 new…
TigerHot Fix update : Update - Beta Feb 28/Live March 9 Dear Survivors, An update is now available in the live branch. Just a few hot fixes for you. Change - Shadows from artificial lights are correctly upgraded when you set shadow parameter on…
Patch notesHot Fix update : Update - Beta Feb 28/Live March 9 Dear Survivors, An update is now available in the live branch. Just a few hot fixes for you. Change - Shadows from artificial lights are correctly upgraded when you set shadow parameter on…
DarqflameHeya My Awesome Survivors! First, thank you for your patience while I had a health issue and a console release that both took a bit of my time away from you, my favorite survivors! Ssh don't tell they others, ok? ;) And now onto the…
DarqflameHeya My Awesome Survivors! First, thank you for your patience while I had a health issue and a console release that both took a bit of my time away from you, my favorite survivors! Ssh don't tell they others, ok? ;) And now onto the…
DarqflameHello Survivors! Our games are on sale! Are you missing a game or want to bring in a friend to local coop with you? Now is your chance, check them out. :) http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=859331574 How to Survive or…
DarqflameHello Survivors! Our games are on sale! Are you missing a game or want to bring in a friend to local coop with you? Now is your chance, check them out. :) http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=859331574 How to Survive or…
DarqflameChinese New Year Update/DLC : Update - January 16 beta branch, January 23 live branch Dear Survivors, Please come and enjoy a little Chinese New Year celebration in game! In this free DLC we have new quests, new weapons, new zombies and a…
Patch notesChinese New Year Update/DLC : Update - January 16 beta branch, January 23 live branch Dear Survivors, Please come and enjoy a little Chinese New Year celebration in game! In this free DLC we have new quests, new weapons, new zombies and a…
DarqflameWe are excited to announce the February 2017 console release of How to Survive 2. Copies can be preordered on your console of choice for $14.99 / 14,99€ / £11.99. Preorders include a free DLC! The European preorder is already up and running…
DarqflameWe are excited to announce the February 2017 console release of How to Survive 2. Copies can be preordered on your console of choice for $14.99 / 14,99€ / £11.99. Preorders include a free DLC! The European preorder is already up and running…
DarqflameThis one is more simple, yet more complicated! The simple part, just post here: http://steamcommunity.com/app/360170/discussions/0/154644928862648817/ The prize is the Ultimate Edition pack PLUS a red parrot. If you are missing a DLC or the…
DarqflameThis one is more simple, yet more complicated! The simple part, just post here: http://steamcommunity.com/app/360170/discussions/0/154644928862648817/ The prize is the Ultimate Edition pack PLUS a red parrot. If you are missing a DLC or the…
DarqflameYes, we are doing another song because we love the holidays around here! Jingle bells, zombies smell, reindeer we need to slay. Get the game, and DLC's, all on sale today! http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=749793507 How…
DarqflameYes, we are doing another song because we love the holidays around here! Jingle bells, zombies smell, reindeer we need to slay. Get the game, and DLC's, all on sale today! http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=749793507 How…
DarqflameDear Survivors, We have added some Christmas cheer to the end of your year! And here's a little song for ya! Oh, the zombies outside are frightful, But the explosions so delightful. And to Kovac, you will follow, Let's Go, Let's Go, Let's…
Patch notesDear Survivors, We have added some Christmas cheer to the end of your year! And here's a little song for ya! Oh, the zombies outside are frightful, But the explosions so delightful. And to Kovac, you will follow, Let's Go, Let's Go, Let's…
DarqflameHo Ho Ho Happy Kovacmas! To celebrate, we are doing a 12 day code giveaway for the Holidays. There are three ways you can win How to Survive related codes! http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=816816256 Prizes are: How to…
DarqflameHo Ho Ho Happy Kovacmas! To celebrate, we are doing a 12 day code giveaway for the Holidays. There are three ways you can win How to Survive related codes! http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=816816256 Prizes are: How to…
DarqflameToday we released Kovac's Ultimate Edition! Now you can purchase the game and all DLC together for 24% off! http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=814663206 How to Survive 2 - Kovac's Ultimate Edition contains the base game…
DarqflameToday we released Kovac's Ultimate Edition! Now you can purchase the game and all DLC together for 24% off! http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=814663206 How to Survive 2 - Kovac's Ultimate Edition contains the base game…
DarqflamePlease vote for us in the following categories! How to Survive 2 The “Best Use Of A Farm Animal” Award http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=808657677 How to Survive The “Villain Most In Need Of A Hug” Award…
DarqflamePlease vote for us in the following categories! How to Survive 2 The “Best Use Of A Farm Animal” Award http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=808657677 How to Survive The “Villain Most In Need Of A Hug” Award…
DarqflameNov 22 Update beta, Nov 23 LIVE Dear Survivors, An update is now available! http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=673460834 Changes : - FX of explosive ammunition in water changed - NPC's health bar is hidden when it reaches…
Patch notesNov 22 Update beta, Nov 23 LIVE Dear Survivors, An update is now available! http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=673460834 Changes : - FX of explosive ammunition in water changed - NPC's health bar is hidden when it reaches…
DarqflameHello Survivors, You will notice there is a new “Dead Dynamite” DLC available as well as an update. Let us hint you a little without giving away too much. https://youtu.be/rrOKJHYjcqw This DLC is a brand new campaign, where you will meet ……
Patch notesHello Survivors, You will notice there is a new “Dead Dynamite” DLC available as well as an update. Let us hint you a little without giving away too much. https://youtu.be/rrOKJHYjcqw This DLC is a brand new campaign, where you will meet ……
Darqflame(This one is simple just like the last one!!!!) Hello Survivors! If you haven't made it to the bunker yet, there is a way for you to win! Even if you've already completed the story or just starting and want to bring a friend into the bunker…
DarqflameEverything Steam lists as add-on content for this game, newest first. Prices are left out on purpose: the store answers this page in one currency and it is not the reader's.
| Name | Platforms | Released |
|---|---|---|
| How To Survive 2 - Dead Dynamite | Windows | 17 Nov 2016 |
| How To Survive 2 - Elite Soldier Skin Pack | Windows | 27 Oct 2016 |
| How To Survive 2 - Musketeer Skin Pack | Windows | 27 Oct 2016 |
| How To Survive 2 - Norse God Skin Pack | Windows | 27 Oct 2016 |
| How To Survive 2 - Pirates of the Bayou Skin Pack | Windows | 27 Oct 2016 |
| Abandoned Backpack | Windows | 07 Sep 2016 |
| How To Survive 2 - Teddy Bear Helmet | Windows | 07 Sep 2016 |
| How To Survive 2 - Crow Pet | Windows | 07 Sep 2016 |
| How To Survive 2 - Combat Knives | Windows | 07 Sep 2016 |
What Steam runs, and with what. Straight from the app configuration.
| Description | Executable | Arguments | Platform | |
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| Launch | Exe/HowToSurvive2.exe | any | ||
| Launch | Exe/Detect.exe | any |
The folders Steam Cloud syncs. The root is a token Steam uses for a location on your own machine, not a path this page can know.
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gameinstall | Data/Save | * |
It runs on public data and somebody's spare time.
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