966 Pokémon to partner with
Pull from all nine regions, from Kanto to Paldea. Every partner brings its own moves and permanent upgrades.
Poke Survivor: free Pokémon survival game
Pick a partner, dodge the swarm and level up your moves. It runs in your browser, no download.
A survivor-like built around Pokémon
Poke Survivor is a Pokémon survival game in the style of Vampire Survivors. Your partner attacks on its own while you steer, dodge and pick upgrades. A run ends when the horde finally catches up.
Moves that evolve
Max out the right attack and it transforms. Ember can grow into Fire Blast.
Weather and type matchups
Rain strengthens Water and weakens Fire, so the best move can change mid-run.
Bosses and legendary rifts
Rare portals drop you into one of 18 arenas, each ruled by a legendary Pokémon of its type.
Play together, keep score
Co-op for up to four players, plus daily missions, achievements and leaderboards.
How to play
Your partner fires its active move automatically. All you do is move, switch attacks and choose upgrades.
On PC
- Move with WASD or the arrow keys.
- Switch moves with 1 to 4, Q and E, or click a move icon.
- Pause with Esc.
On phone or tablet
- Turn your device to landscape.
- Drag a finger anywhere to move. The joystick appears where you touch.
- Tap a move icon to switch to it.
- Use the top-right button to pause.
What a run looks like
- Move
- Keep walking. Your active move hits nearby enemies on its own.
- Collect
- Defeated Pokémon drop experience and coins.
- Choose
- Every level offers three cards: a new move, an upgrade, or a boost for your partner.
Tips for lasting longer
Circle, don't retreat
Run wide loops so the swarm trails behind you in a line instead of closing in from every side.
Match move to enemy
Check what is approaching and switch to the type that hits it hardest. Weather can swing the numbers too.
Read the ground
Filling circles and lines mark incoming attacks. Step out early, especially during boss fights.
Remove support first
Healers and shield casters keep whole groups alive. Take them down before the rest.
Commit to a build
A few well-upgraded moves beat a long list of weak ones. Spend coins on your favorite partner between runs.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about playing Poke Survivor.
Is Poke Survivor free to play?
Yes. You can play in your browser without paying anything. It is a non-profit fan project with no ads or paid items. Donations are optional and only help cover server costs.
Do I need to download or install anything?
No. Press Play now and the game loads in your browser on a computer, tablet or phone. You can also add it to your home screen for quicker access.
Can I play this Pokémon survival game on my phone?
Yes. Hold your phone sideways, drag a finger across the screen to move, and tap a move icon to switch attacks. The pause button sits in the top-right corner.
Is the game available in English?
Yes. The game displays in English or Spanish depending on your browser language, and you can change it in the settings.
How many Pokémon can I choose from?
The game includes Pokémon from all nine regions, from Kanto to Paldea. Each one can be your partner, and shiny forms are included where they exist.
Can I play Poke Survivor with friends?
Online co-op is part of the game and supports up to four players. Add friends by nickname and team up in the same run.
Is my progress saved?
If you create an account or sign in with Google, your progress is saved to the cloud and follows you across devices. Guest play works straight away, but guest progress is not saved.
What are rifts?
Rifts are rare portals that open during a run. Step through and you face a legendary Pokémon in an arena themed after its type. Win for a reward. Lose and you return to the map.
Is Poke Survivor an official Pokémon game?
No. It is an independent fan project, not affiliated with Nintendo, Creatures Inc., GAME FREAK or The Pokémon Company. Pokémon and its characters belong to their respective owners.