Toxic Commando: Fight the Sludge God in Saber’s new zombie shooter [New Release]

By Ryan Messina New Game Releases
12 March 2026 no comments

Key Takeaways: The Quick Answer

• The Gameplay: It merges the massive zombie hordes of World War Z with the heavy vehicle physics of MudRunner.
• The Price: The base game costs 39,99€, but owners of World War Z get an automatic 25% discount, dropping it down to 29,99€.
• The Performance: PC and PS5 Pro lead the pack, with DLSS 4 pushing PC frames over 150 fps at 4K.

A Bloody Mix of Left 4 Dead and MudRunner

Saber Interactive knows how to handle massive crowds of enemies. They proved it with Space Marine 2 and World War Z.

Now, they want to fix the itch left behind by Left 4 Dead. John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando drops you and three friends into open maps corrupted by the Sludge God.

Instead of walking everywhere, you drive. You navigate muddy terrain using winches, scavenge for parts in abandoned ambulances, and use heavy mounted guns to clear out the undead.

The map design is entirely open. You scavenge for “toxic sludge” to upgrade your weapons and choose between four classes— Strike, Medic, Operator, and Defender.

According to the global review consensus, the game sits comfortably around a solid 7 or 8 out of 10. The gunplay feels great, but critics note the mission structure can occasionally feel repetitive.

In John Carpenter's #ToxicCommando, looking out only for yourself might seem like a good idea… But remember: the best way to save your hide is to cooperate. 🤝

Besides, nobody likes a rat! 😡 pic.twitter.com/WI9mqA2Etm

— Toxic Commando 💥 OUT TOMORROW! (@JCToxicCommando) March 11, 2026

Performance Check: PS5 Pro vs. PC vs. Consoles

If you want the best visual experience, you need strong hardware. The sheer volume of enemies onscreen demands it.

PC is the clear winner here. If you are packing something like an RTX 5070 Ti, playing at 4K on Ultra settings keeps you above 60 fps. Turn on DLSS 4, and you skyrocket past 150 fps.

Console performance is decent but requires compromises. PS5 Pro targets a dynamic 1662p or 1440p.

Standard PS5 and Xbox Series X offer two modes. Quality mode sticks near 1080p, while Performance mode drops resolution down to 720p-1080p to maintain 60 fps. Xbox Series S is locked at 30 fps.

The World War Z Discount Advantage

Nobody likes paying the premium retail price. Fortunately, Saber Interactive threw a bone to their existing player base.

The official storefront markup for John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S is 39,99€. It is a fair entry point for a new cooperative shooter.

However, if you already own World War Z on your digital account, you automatically receive a 25% price cut. This brings the total down to 29,99€.

Historically, these loyalty discounts on Steam can sometimes stack with launch promos. Check your cart before checking out to secure the best deal.

Ready to Face the Sludge God?

The zombie hordes aren’t getting any smaller—and the Sludge God won’t defeat itself. If you crave that classic co-op chaos, grabbing your crew is a no-brainer.

At 29,99€ with the loyalty discount, jumping into the mud is an easy choice. Fire up your engine, lock and load, and see if you can survive the apocalypse.

Ryan Messina

A video game enthusiast ever since I first got my hands on a Game Boy. Over the years, I've played many different games across various genres, discovering hidden gems and niche titles along the way. I'm also passionate about technology, always up-to-date with the latest news and insight in the PC and Console market. Ready to share and bring you the latest news !

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