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Android Apps > Simulation > Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X)
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Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X)

by CleverRaven · Simulation · Free
On Google Play since December 2019 · Data updated 2026-10-20
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Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) is made and published by CleverRaven. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with CleverRaven. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to CleverRaven and are shown as published on Google Play.

AppBrain's verdict

EstablishedWell rated
Rating on Google Play
4.12
1,333 ratings
Installs
67 thousand
Last updated
October 29, 2024
Ads
No ads
Size
156.0 MB

Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) has 67 thousand installs. Users rate it well: 4.1 stars from 1,333 ratings.

User feedback

Ratings and reviews on Google Play

Comments on Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) for Android

★★★★★ Brody Greenwood · Aug 18, 2025
Once you figure out the odd controls, it's a fantastic port of CDDA, and to mobile of all things!
★★★★☆ Xavier · Aug 1, 2024
Haven't tried using a Keyboard and Mouse for this Android Port yet but either way, the additional UI making the controls compatible with Android is still very lacking in any comfortable performance. Otherwise it's a very complex game, it reminds me of the rogue/net hacks yes, but it's an ancestor to project zombie in a way wasteland/early fallout type of way too. In my opinion being able to play the game vertically w/ a proper touchpad keyboard like seen in magic dos box would do wonders.
★☆☆☆☆ Kevin Kennedy · Mar 21, 2026
Played the tutorial, but the keybindings displayed when trying to pick up items from the terrain only displayed w/W when grabbing the bat and refused to show up for the rest of it, so I couldn't actually complete the tutorial... if I can't even do the tutorial, how the hell can I play the rest of the game? Edit: I realized this sounds harsh, unintended... but it's the inconsistency that bothers me... Not sure if there's a "solution" but do hope you can resolve it down the line....
★★☆☆☆ Daniel Marks · Dec 6, 2025
I've played a bit of this on PC, so when I saw there was a mobile version, I was excited to try it out. From a brief session, the controls are awkward and some menus 'capture' the interface with no visible way to escape. (E.G. key bind menu.) The larger concern is when I open and play the app, my phone starts heating up like mad. On the menu, not even in game. I can only assume some funky CPU mess is happening. Without this issue I'd probably place this app as 3-4/5.
★☆☆☆☆ N E · Sep 12, 2024
It's literally unplayable, when I enter it goes to black screen, and I've uninstalled and retried in 3 different ways

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Store listing

By CleverRaven, from Google Play

“A turn-based survival game set in a post-apocalyptic world”

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Description by CleverRaven Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead is a turn-based survival game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Struggle to survive in a harsh, persistent, procedurally generated world. Scavenge the remnants of a dead civilization for food, equipment, or, if you are lucky, a vehicle with a full tank of gas to get you the hell out of Dodge. Fight to defeat or escape from a wide variety of powerful monstrosities, from zombies to giant insects to killer robots and things far stranger and deadlier, and against the others like yourself, that want what you have…

As your game begins, you awaken with hazy memories of violence and terror from when the world suddenly unravelled around you. Now you need to explore your surroundings, and secure food, water and safety. After that, who knows? Long term survival will mean tapping abilities you haven’t used before, learning to survive in this new environment and developing new skills.

FEATURES:

- Tilesets, sound, localization and mod support;
- Backwards compatible with desktop savegames;
- Stores game data and savegames in a publicly writeable location;
- Works with a physical keyboard or virtual keyboard & touchscreen;
- Auto-saves when the app loses focus (screen locked, switched apps etc.);
- Highly customizable touch controls and automatic in-game contextual shortcuts.

CONTROLS:

- `Swipe`: Directional movement (hold for virtual joystick);
- `Tap`: Confirm selection in menu or Pause one turn in-game (hold to Pause several turns in-game);
- `Double-tap`: Cancel/Go back;
- `Pinch`: Zoom in/out (in-game);
- `Back button`: Toggle virtual keyboard (hold to toggle keyboard shortcuts).

TIPS:

- If your game doesn't start, crashes or hangs often try toggling "Software rendering" option in prelaunch menu;
- Adjust terminal size under Settings > Options > Graphics (requires restart).
- There are multiple Android-specific options live under Settings > Options > Android;
- Keyboard shortcuts for frequently used and/or context sensitive commands appear at the bottom of the screen;
- You can remove a shortcut by flicking up on it. Hold it down to see help text;
- For the best keyboard experience, use physical keyboard or SSH-friendly virtual keyboard such as “Hacker’s Keyboard” on the Google Play store;
- If game does not react to touch commands (swipes and shortcut bar does not work), try to disable any accessibility services and apps you might have running (e.g. touch assist, autoclickers etc).

ADDITIONAL INFO:

You can visit project page and follow development here - https://github.com/CleverRaven/Cataclysm-DDA.

You can find design doc here - https://cataclysmdda.org/design-doc/.

Recent changes:
The 0.H release candidate experimental release 2024-10-28-0634 (commit ba07ee68d5f921422b05381b79da63db35067762)

Release notes: https://github.com/CleverRaven/Cataclysm-DDA/releases/tag/cdda-0.H-2024-10-28-0634

Changelog: https://github.com/CleverRaven/Cataclysm-DDA/blob/0.H-branch/data/changelog.txt

Issue with small screen size is fixed!
Official page on Google Play

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Ads
No ads
Price
Free
Libraries
1
App size
156.0 MB
Needs Android
4.0+
Content rating
High

Technologies used by Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X)

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Releases

Updates seen on Google Play
Version
ba07ee6
Launched
December 2019
  • Mar 22, 2026Installs50,000+ installs
  • Oct 29, 2024UpdateVersion ba07ee6
  • Oct 31, 2023UpdateVersion 5194774
  • Jul 13, 2023UpdateVersion 634a254
  • Mar 1, 2023UpdateVersion d6ec466
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Installs

Tracked by AppBrain
Last 30 days
700
Per day
23
30-day average
Play install range
50+ thousand
Launched
December 2019

Installs over time

Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) has been installed 67 thousand times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 23 installs per day.

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About the app and developer

About Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X)

Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) is a simulation app developed by CleverRaven.

Install Statistics

Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) has been installed 67 thousand times. In the last 30 days, the app was installed 700 times.

User Ratings

Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) is rated 4.12 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 1.3 thousand ratings.

App Information

Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) is freely available from Google Play. The app size is 156.02 MB. The latest version available is ba07ee6. The last update was on October 29, 2024.

Technical Requirements

Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) requires Android 4.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of High Maturity. The app has been available on Google Play since December 2019.

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Frequently asked questions about Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X)

Is Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) free?

Yes. Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) is free on Google Play.

Is Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) still available?

Yes. Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) is on Google Play, and the last update we saw was on October 29, 2024.

Does Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) contain ads?

No. Google Play does not list Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) as containing ads.

What Android version does Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) require?

Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) runs on Android 4.0 and higher.

How large is Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X)?

Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) is 156.02 MB.

Is Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) suitable for children?

Google Play gives Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) a high maturity rating. It is meant for adults.

How many times has Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) been installed?

Google Play lists 50,000+ installs for Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X).

How do people rate Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X)?

Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) scores 4.12 out of 5 stars, from 1,333 ratings on Google Play.

Who made Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X)?

Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead (X) was developed by CleverRaven. It is listed in the simulation category on Google Play.

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