The Walking Dead Franchise Is Officially Reuniting Rick And Daryl After 8 Years

Published Nov 14, 2026, 3:00 AM EST

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At this point, The Walking Dead has grown into a massive franchise that goes well beyond the original AMC series that first introduced us to Rick Grimes and his ragtag group of survivors back in 2010. Between Fear the Walking Dead, Dead City, The Ones Who Live, and Daryl Dixon, there's plenty to keep fans looking forward to the next big release.

Still, nothing quite captures the magic of those early seasons of The Walking Dead, especially when it comes to the relationships between the original characters. Watching Rick struggle to keep his group alive while Daryl gradually evolved from a hotheaded loner into one of its most dependable members made for some of the show's best moments.

Rick and Daryl's friendship ultimately became one of the defining parts of the entire franchise, and fans have been eager to see the iconic duo together again. Fortunately, an official new Walking Dead release is bringing Rick and Daryl back together, offering a nostalgic return to the franchise's glory days.

Rick Grimes and Daryl Dixon are officially back together in The Walking Dead: Streets of Survival, which offers a nostalgic return to one of the franchise's most beloved eras. Released on September 18, 2026, the game comes from developer Odaclick Game Studio and publisher Trailmark Games, bringing several beloved characters back for an old-school zombie-slaying adventure.

Streets of Survival is a retro-inspired, side-scrolling beat-'em-up that draws heavily from the show's iconic "All Out War" storyline, which saw Rick and his allies facing off against Negan and the Saviors. The game features 12 levels, taking players through familiar locations like Alexandria, Hilltop, and the Sanctuary while battling hordes of walkers and hostile survivors.

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Rick and Daryl are both playable characters, each with their own abilities and signature weapons, including Rick's magnum and Daryl's crossbow. However, they're far from the only familiar faces making an appearance, with Michonne is another playable survivor, wielding her iconic katana, while Negan can be unlocked after completing the campaign, allowing players to unleash Lucille on their enemies.

Other recognizable characters and enemies include Simon, the terrifying Winslow walker, and the infamous Well Walker from Season 2. Beyond the combat, players can scavenge for supplies, collect upgrades, solve puzzles, and replay the campaign with different characters and difficulty settings.

Unfortunately, Streets of Survival hasn't exactly received the warmest reception since launch. The game currently has a "Mostly Positive" overall rating on Steam, with approximately 70% positive reviews, although recent reviews have fallen into the "Mixed" category. Criticisms have focused on repetitive combat, the relatively short campaign, and the lack of co-op multiplayer.

Still, hardcore Walking Dead fans will likely find plenty to appreciate here, particularly those nostalgic for Rick and Daryl's earlier adventures together.

The Walking Dead: Streets of Survival is available now on PC via Steam, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2. The standard edition costs $19.99, while the $29.99 Deluxe Edition includes additional cosmetics, an endless survival mode, and extra challenges. For fans looking to revisit the franchise's glory days, it's certainly worth considering.

The Walking Dead: Streets of Survival

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