Welcome to 'Dead 2048'


'Dead 2048' is a clever spin on the popular games 'Threes!' and '2048'. This unique game combines puzzle-solving with thrilling tower defense mechanics, making it a must-try for gamers!

Award-Winning Game



  • Top 3 at The Big Indie Pitch by Pocket Gamer (GSTAR NOV. 2017)

  • Top 5 at Global Indie Game Development Contest (DEC. 2017)

  • Busan Indie Connect Casual Game Finalist (OCT. 2018)

  • TAIPEI GAME SHOW - BIC Booth (FEB. 2019)

  • BitSummit 7 Spirits 2019 - BIC Booth (MAY. 2019)

Pro Tips for Building the 4096 Tower


Check out this helpful video: How to build 4096 tower in DEAD 2048



  1. Choose one corner to build the highest tower.

  2. Choose a wall along the highest tower and gradually build up.

  3. Use Hammer wisely!

  4. Congratulations! You've built the 4096 Tower!

Game Concept & Story


The year is 2048. The world has been taken over by zombies, and it's up to you to survive the invasion of relentless zombie waves. Dead 2048 offers an innovative and addictive blend of 2048 puzzle fun and tower defense mechanics. Your mission? Build towers to defend yourself and ultimately create a Biology Laboratory to save humanity. Survival is all that matters!

How to Play



  1. Swipe (Diagonally Up, Down, Left, Right) to move the defense towers. When two towers with the same number touch, they merge into one.

  2. Build higher towers to defend against zombie waves along the fence road.

  3. Use upgrades and items wisely to help you during challenging moments.

  4. When the 131072 Defense Tower (Biology Laboratory) is created, you win!

Who Should Play?



  • Fans of free 2048 games

  • Fans of tower defense games

  • Zombie enthusiasts

  • Players tired of the same free games

  • Those seeking a new gaming experience

  • Gamers who love to see the ending (Finale)

  • Players who only keep worthwhile games

  • Those who enjoy uploading gameplay on YouTube

Game Features



  • No ordinary 2048 puzzle game

  • No ordinary zombie game

  • No ordinary tower defense game (Road to Survival)

  • Easy and fun to play - (but hard to master)

  • Extremely addictive and a great time-killer for free

  • Upgrades and boosters to assist during challenging moments

  • Playable without an internet connection

  • Available in 11 languages: English, Spanish, German, French, Korean, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Italian, Indonesian, Thai, and Vietnamese

Important Notice


Dead 2048 is not ad-free. It includes reward ads that can help you along the way. Purchasing the ad-free removal package will eliminate intrusive ads, but will not remove HD reward video ads. This game is distinct from other 2048 games, including variations like fibonacci, blocks, and more.

Inspired by Gabriele Cirulli's game, available at gabrielecirulli.github.io/2048.



Survival Road, Survival Road, Survival Road… That’s all that matters!