Pokemon Survivors: Which Game Is Which

Pokemon Survivors is a name, not one game

Pokemon Survivors is a search term that several different projects share. Some Pokemon Survivors games run in a browser tab, some are downloads, and some are small projects that only borrow the name. This page sorts them out, so you know which Pokemon Survivors game you are looking at before you click play or download.

This site, pokemonsurvivor.org, plays one of them: Poke Survivor, a free browser game with starter picks and automatic attacks. It is embedded on the home page as an unofficial fan page, and this site does not host any download. For controls and tips, read thehow-to-play guide.

Pokemon Survivors games at a glance

The table lists the Pokemon Survivors games and projects that come up most often. Read the "Where you play it" column first, because it tells you whether you need to install anything.

GameWhere you play itPriceGood for
Poke SurvivorYour browser, embedded on this siteFreeShort runs with no install
Pokemon Survivor BurstStandalone download by ClessioTVFreeClassic and Rush modes, Kecleon Shop, leaderboard
jab_lao's pokemon survivorsitch.io pageCheck the itch.io pageA small Godot project to look at

Which Pokemon Survivors game is on this site?

The Pokemon Survivors game on this site is Poke Survivor. It runs in any desktop browser with no download, and phones can load it too. A desktop browser with a keyboard gives smoother movement, which matters because positioning is the core skill in every Pokemon Survivors run.

Pokemon Survivor Burst is the download

Pokemon Survivor Burst is a free, unofficial fan game by ClessioTV, published on itch.io. It runs as a standalone app, not in a browser, so you need to download and install it. This site does not host the file. Read the creator's page before you download anything, and compare the version notes with thePokemon Survivors guide on pokesurvivor.dev.

What else uses the Pokemon Survivors name?

Some projects only share the name. jab_lao's pokemon survivors on itch.io is a small Pokémon take on Vampire Survivors made with Godot. Check its page to see what you are getting before you search for it or download it, because a shared name does not tell you how a game runs.

How to pick a Pokemon Survivors game

If you want to play now with no install, start with Poke Survivor on this site. If you want the downloadable version, go to the creator's page for Pokemon Survivor Burst first. Either way, look at the table above, then choose the Pokemon Survivors game that matches your setup.

Pokemon Survivors FAQ

What are Pokemon Survivors games?

Pokemon Survivors games are Pokémon-themed games in the Vampire Survivors style. You control one Pokémon, its attacks fire on their own, and you pick an upgrade each time you level up. Several separate projects use the Pokemon Survivors name, and they are fan made rather than an official Pokémon series.

Can I play Pokemon Survivors in my browser for free?

Yes, Poke Survivor is free and runs in your browser with no download or install. This site embeds it on the home page. Pokemon Survivor Burst is the main option that is not a browser game, so it needs a download before you can play.

Which Pokemon Survivors game does this site play?

This site plays Poke Survivor, a free browser game with starter picks and automatic attacks. The game is hosted at play.pokesurvivor.dev and embedded on the home page of this unofficial fan site. This site does not host Pokemon Survivor Burst or any other Pokemon Survivors project.

Is Pokemon Survivor Burst the same game as Poke Survivor?

No. They are separate games made by different creators. Poke Survivor runs in your browser, while Pokemon Survivor Burst is a free download from ClessioTV that runs as a standalone app. Burst has its own modes, including Classic and Rush, and an online leaderboard.

Which Pokemon Survivors game should I try first?

Try Poke Survivor first if you want one short run in a browser tab. Pick a starter, steer your character, and see how long you last. If you want the download with more modes, read the Pokemon Survivor Burst creator's page first, so you know you are getting the right file.

Is Pokemon Survivors an official Pokemon game?

No. Pokemon Survivors is not an official Pokémon series, and each project that uses the name is made by independent fans. Pokémon is a trademark of Nintendo, The Pokémon Company, and Game Freak, and this site is not affiliated with them or with any Pokemon Survivors project.

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