Pokemon Survivor Burst and PokeSurvivor are not the same game. Both are free fan games that borrow the bullet-heaven style of Vampire Survivors, but they have different makers, different platforms and different rosters.
This site covers the browser game PokeSurvivor, by jpter78. The table shows how it differs from the other game so you can find the right guide and the right download.
Pokemon Survivor and Pokemon Survivor Burst at a glance
| PokeSurvivor (this site) | Burst (ClessioTV) | |
|---|---|---|
| Maker | jpter78 | ClessioTV |
| How you play | In a browser, nothing to download | Download an app |
| Platforms | PC, tablet and phone browsers | Windows, macOS and a mobile build that the maker says is not fully tested |
| Released | 11 October 2026 | 23 August 2026 |
| Roster | 966 Pokemon in nine regions, unlocked through the gacha | 25 playable Pokemon as of version 2.6, Generations 1 to 3 |
| Unlocking | Gacha tickets earned by playing | Pokemon unlocked by challenges |
| Online | 4-player co-op and leaderboards | Online leaderboard |
| Languages | English and Spanish | English, German, French, Spanish and Portuguese |
| Built with | HTML5, open source | RPG Maker XP and Pokemon Essentials |
| Price | Free, no ads | Free, non-commercial |
How to tell them apart
- If you play in a browser on pokesurvivor.com and see a menu with Play, Pokemon, Upgrades and Gacha, it is PokeSurvivor.
- If you had to download a Windows or Mac app, with Classic and Rush modes, it is Pokemon Survivor Burst.
- PokeSurvivor has a gacha with nine region banners and 4-player online Pokemon Survivor multiplayer; the Burst page we checked lists challenge unlocks and an online leaderboard instead.
Which one should you play?
PokeSurvivor is the one to try if you want to start in seconds on any device, collect a large roster and play with friends. Start with Pokemon Survivor guide and how to play Pokemon Survivor, then see the best Pokemon in Pokemon Survivor and the Pokemon Survivor starters.
Burst is the one to look at if you prefer a downloadable game with a smaller roster and challenge-based unlocks, and you are happy to install a Windows or Mac app. The maker posts new versions in a forum thread on Eevee Expo and PokeCommunity.
Staying safe with downloads
Burst is a standalone app, not a ROM hack, so it does not need an emulator and cannot run on emulator-based handhelds. Only download it from the maker's own thread or page, and avoid download aggregator sites that bundle installers.
PokeSurvivor needs no download at all, so there is nothing to install. If a site asks you to download something to play it, or offers Pokemon Survivor codes, see Pokemon Survivor codes.
Pokemon Survivor burst FAQ
Is Pokemon Survivor Burst the same as Pokemon Survivor?
No. Burst is a downloadable app by ClessioTV. PokeSurvivor is a browser game by jpter78.
Is Pokemon Survivor Burst free?
Yes. It is free and non-commercial.
Can I play Burst on my phone?
The maker lists a mobile build and says it has not been fully tested.
Which game does this site cover?
The browser game PokeSurvivor, by jpter78. The guides cover its mechanics, tier list and rewards.