ZOMBUTCHER
Playing now
3−4 vs. yesterday
2.3%of peak
All-time peak
Playing now
3−4 vs. yesterday
All-time peak
Jun 2026
| Published | Kind | Announcement | Build |
|---|---|---|---|
| Game update | Fixes & New Save/Load system We can’t rest while players are telling us that something isn’t working properly. So we’re rolling out a new Zombutcher patch with bug fixes and a new save/load system. New Feature · Added a new save/load system with multiple save slots. Bug Fixes · NPCs should no longer enter the basement. · Fixed an issue where items could disappear from the level 2 refrigerator. | 23728882 | |
| In-game event | Inventory & Quest fixes Quest & Progression Fixes · Delivery and crafting quests are now issued only when the player has access to the required resources and has placed the tables needed to produce those items. · Players should no longer receive quests to sell or craft items such as minced meat, goblets, rabbits, or other goods before the required resource is unlocked or the proper production table is available. Inven… | 23720926 | |
| Major update | Major patch Thank you to everyone who continues to play Zombutcher , report bugs, share feedback, and help us identify issues more quickly. We’ve reviewed your feedback and prepared a new hotfix. New Features · Added a confirmation window when starting a new game: players will now see an “Are you sure you want to start a new game?” prompt with Yes and No buttons. · Added the ability to stack pigs and cows… | 23708046 | |
| Game update | First Post-Launch Patch Thank you to everyone who played Zombutcher on launch day, reported bugs, shared feedback, and helped us identify issues. We’ve been reading everything and have already prepared our first hotfix. Fixed: · Fixed a bug where the trigger for the “ Get to the Butchery ” quest wasn't working · Refrigerators can no longer be placed in the basement · Fixed an issue where auto-saves were not working pr… | 23692703 | |
| Steam news | ZOMBUTCHER Is Out Now! Hey butchers! The wait is over. ZOMBUTCHER is officially available now on Steam! Run your own monster butcher shop by day, and hunt for fresh ingredients by night in a world where business ethics are more of a suggestion than a rule. After months of development, testing, feedback, and plenty of questionable meat handling practices, we're excited to finally welcome everyone to the full version o… | — | |
| Announcement | ZOMBUTCHER Launches June 11! Hey butchers! We finally have a date. ZOMBUTCHER officially launches on Steam on June 11, 2026! By day, you’ll run your butcher shop, serve hungry monster customers, and expand your business. By night, you’ll head into the streets hunting for fresh stock while avoiding patrols and staying one step ahead of danger. We’ve also released a brand-new trailer showing more of the shop, the hunts, and… | — | |
| Game update | Patch 0.3.1 Hey Butchers! Here comes our second demo patch note with the fixes after the demo launch! Added: · Added Black Market Merchant (you can find him in the bar and sell illegal items) · Implemented necklace crafting · Implemented mask crafting Fixed: · Reworked night visuals · Reworked price change system · Improved combat system · Improved shop UI · Money models added · Fixed NPC death animation ·… | — | |
| Esports | Steam Next Fest – Watch the Devs Play! Hey butchers! Steam Next Fest has been amazing so far. Seeing so many of you jump into the demo and share your feedback means a lot to us, thank you! It’s been incredible to watch the shop come alive. We’ll be going live to play the ZOMBUTCHER demo ourselves on Steam Broadcast. The dev team will be running the shop, heading out into the night, and probably making a few questionable decisions al… | — | |
| Game update | Patch 0.2.1 Hey Butchers! Here comes our first demo patch note with the initial fixes after the demo launch! Fixed: · A bug with the Saw Table · Items disappearing in the Suction Table after loading a save file · A bug that allowed corpses to be thrown over walls · A bug with the axe disappearing when cutting pork · The display of the required amount of change in German · Monsters now knock immediately, wi… | — | |
| Community | ZOMBUTCHER Demo Is Now Live! Lock your doors. Sharpen your knives. The ZOMBUTCHER demo is officially live on Steam!!! We’ve been working toward this moment for a long time, and we’re honestly so excited (and a little nervous) to finally put it in your hands. And yes… we’re joining Steam Next Fest from February 23 to March 2 . This is your first chance to step into the apron (and rotting shoes) of your favorite undead entre… | — | |
| Community | Dev Update: New Trailer Reveal & Partnering with Loopr Partners Before the sun goes down, we’ve got some big news to share. We’ve just revealed a brand-new ZOMBUTCHER trailer , giving a fresh look at what it really means to run a butcher shop by day… and hunt by night. Stealthy streets, questionable meat sources, monster customers, and a zombie just trying to keep the business afloat. Watch the new trailer here: Alongside the trailer, we’re also happy to an… | — | |
| Community | ZOMBUTCHER Devlog: Shop Upgrades, Customers & What’s Next Before you even touch a knife, there’s someone watching… and waiting by your backdoor. Lady-Croc will be one of your regulars - satisfy her hunger, or you might end up on the menu. Running a butcher shop isn’t just about making money - it's also about surviving nights with monster-customers Here's a peek at how you'll slice, pack, and upgrade your way to success. Starter Equipment: Beginners st… | — | |
| Community | Introducing ZOMBUTCHER – Horror Job Sim and Stealth Action Hello everyone! ODIUS dev team here and today we’re thrilled to finally announce our upcoming game – ZOMBUTCHER! ZOMBUTCHER is a Horror Job Sim and Stealth Action where you run your own butcher shop by day… and hunt for fresh meat at night. Because you’re not just a butcher — you’re a zombie. Run your butcher shop by day Running a small-town butcher shop in the backwoods seems easy enough — unt… | — |
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