My.Games is celebrating a major milestone for Left to Survive, as the base-building zombie shooter marks its eighth anniversary. Since its initial release, the mobile title has hit a significant milestone of over 85 million installs, proving that the post-apocalyptic landscape remains a popular destination for players.
Quick Facts
- Event Name: Festive Barbecue
- End Date: July 27th
- New Content: Themed missions, survivor zombie skins, and a new anniversary sniper rifle
- Key Perk: The anniversary rifle features the 'Lightning Ricochete' ability
To celebrate the occasion, developers have kicked off the Festive Barbecue event, which is live now and will run through July 27th. During this period, survivors can jump into a series of themed missions and earn exclusive zombie skins for their characters. It is a lighthearted take on the usual survival grind, trading the typical grim atmosphere for anniversary-themed festivities.
New Gear and Rewards
For those looking to bolster their arsenal, the update introduces a specialized anniversary sniper rifle. The weapon is equipped with the Lightning Ricochete perk, which allows players to charge their shots. The rifle also includes distinct lightning-themed visual effects, giving it a flashier aesthetic than standard game weaponry.
Beyond the event missions and the new sniper rifle, players can also participate in the ongoing Birthday Advent calendar. This feature provides a different reward or goodie for each day the game is accessed, offering a steady stream of items throughout the anniversary window.
Whether you are a long-time player or someone returning to the fold, the update provides a fresh set of challenges to tackle in the middle of the undead-infested streets. With 85 million survivors already counted, the base-building action is showing no signs of slowing down.

