# Zombies, Run!

> Epic Fitness Adventures

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sixtostart.zombiesrunclient](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sixtostart.zombiesrunclient)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.sixtostart.zombiesrunclient`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** ZOMBIES RUN! LTD
- **Category:** HEALTH\_AND\_FITNESS
- **Downloads:** 3,286,133
- **Rating:** 3.93 / 5 (27,095 ratings)
- **Version:** 12.5.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-13
- **First published:** 2015-05-15
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 123 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-08
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sixtostart.zombiesrunclient)
- **Website:** [https://www.zombiesrungame.com](https://www.zombiesrungame.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://zombiesrungame.com/terms/](https://zombiesrungame.com/terms/)

## Description

Run in the real world. Become a hero in another.

ZRX turns exercise into immersive audio adventures that pull you into zombie apocalypses and other epic stories. Designed for every fitness level, ZRX works for walking, jogging, running, treadmill workouts, or wheelchair users. Enjoy integrated storytelling alongside your own music playlists so you can stay motivated without losing your favorite tunes.

ZRX includes GPS tracking, detailed statistics, and unlockable story extras and lore as you progress. Its flagship series, Zombies, Run!, features 10+ seasons co-created with Naomi Alderman and over 500 missions available via subscription. Built for accessibility and fun, ZRX makes workouts feel like interactive adventures. Note: subscriptions auto-renew and background GPS use can reduce battery life — full terms and privacy policy are available from Six to Start.

## Rankings

- #32,562 — Overall
- #150 — Health and fitness (Gross)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.health.WRITE_DISTANCE`
- `android.permission.health.WRITE_EXERCISE`
- `android.permission.health.WRITE_SPEED`
- `android.permission.health.WRITE_STEPS`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.sixtostart.zombiesrunclient.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise ZRX for its story-driven gamification and motivating missions, with a large mission catalog and legacy content value. However, recurring bugs that disrupt workouts, a move to a subscription model, removal of Marvel content, offline/download limitations, and GPS/distance issues significantly affect satisfaction for many users.

### Pros

- Engaging, story-driven gamification that makes running enjoyable and motivates regular workouts.
- Large catalog of missions across seasons with ongoing updates.
- The narrative and missions provide strong motivation to run and stay active.
- Legacy/purchased content remains accessible, offering long-term value from earlier purchases.
- Positive cross-platform features (e.g., Wear OS support) and continued development that fans notice.

### Cons

- Frequent bugs and performance issues interrupt runs (crashes, stalled progression, runs restarting after app switches or calls, missions not triggering).
- Shift to a subscription model and ongoing costs, with frustration for users who bought the app previously.
- Removal/discontinuation of Marvel Run/Marvel Move dissatisfies fans.
- Offline access and download problems limit predownloading content and require internet, reducing usability in low-connectivity areas.
- Inaccurate distance tracking and other GPS-related issues reported by users.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sixtostart.zombiesrunclient)