Undead Nightmare missions, activities, and tips

Undead Nightmare throws John Marston into a world overrun by zombies. You’ll face new enemies, solve mysteries, and try to save your family from a supernatural plague.

Undead Nightmare is a standalone horror-western expansion for the game.

While the core controls are similar to the main game, Undead Nightmare features new enemies, weapons, and a darker, horror-themed atmosphere.

It usually takes 6-8 hours to complete, depending on your playstyle and how many side quests you tackle.

Undead Nightmare missions & activities:

  • Curious Tales from Blackwater

    Save ammo and aim for headshots—zombies are only killed this way.

  • Get Back in That Hole, Partner

    Prioritize rescuing survivors, as they can help defend towns.

  • Love in the Time of Plague

    Explore thoroughly—side areas may have useful supplies.

  • Mother Superior Blues

    Bring requested items (like herbs) to advance the mission.

  • A Civilized Man

    Use fire bottles or explosives on groups of zombies to save ammo.

  • A Cure for Most of What Ails You

    Check your map for plant locations and hunt animals carefully.

  • On a Pale Horse

    Bring plenty of ammo and healing items for the final battles.

  • Filth and Other Entertainment

    Use your new weapon wisely—ammo can be scarce.

  • Paternal Pride

    Complete this mission to conclude the MacFarlane story thread.

  • Biographies and Lies

    Boom Bait is useful for crowd control—use it strategically.

  • Missing Souls

    Each rescue rewards items (e.g., Semi-Auto Pistol) and progresses the Undead Hunter outfit.

  • The Doctor’s Requests

    Complete his tasks for useful supplies; requests repeat if unfinished.

  • Clearing Towns

    Defend survivors first, then clear remaining undead.

  • Graveyard Cleansing

    Destroy coffins quickly and use Dead Eye on tougher zombie types.

  • Mythical Creatures

    Use bait to lure mythical creatures and approach with caution.