Zombies Ate My Neighbors: all version differences
4 documented differences between the releases of Zombies Ate My Neighbors, each with a source. Back to the main page for names, releases and where to play.
Category × version
| Category | SNES (NA) | Genesis (NA) | SNES (EU) | Mega Drive (EU) | Genesis | 2021 collection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Censorship | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Gameplay | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Version differences
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CensorshipSNES (NA)Genesis (NA)
Before the ESRB existed, Nintendo of America had blood and gore removed or recolored as purple ooze.1
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CensorshipSNES (EU)Mega Drive (EU)
In 12 European countries the game was renamed Zombies, and the chainsaw-wielding maniacs became axe-wielding lumberjacks.1
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GameplayGenesis
The Genesis version has no flamethrower, unlike the SNES version; the game was developed on the SNES and ported to the Genesis midway through development.1
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Gameplay2021 collection
The 2021 Dotemu release adds saving, a museum with a developer interview and art galleries, and achievements.2
Sources
Checked: 2026-10-13