They are different games. PokeSurvivor is a free browser game by JPTER78 at pokesurvivor.com, with 966 partners, 103 moves and four-player online co-op. Pokémon Survivor Burst is a downloadable RPG Maker XP/Essentials game by ClessioTV, with Classic, Rush and Tower modes and a separate unlock system. Accounts, saves, codes and guides do not transfer between them.
Two different games
The names are similar enough that search results mix them. PokeSurvivor is the browser game this site covers. Pokémon Survivor Burst is a separate fan game by ClessioTV. A PokeSurvivor account, save or tier list does not apply to Burst, and a Burst guide does not describe PokeSurvivor’s systems.
The easiest identity check is the maker and the platform. If the page says “play in your browser at pokesurvivor.com,” it is PokeSurvivor. If it says “download RPG Maker XP / Essentials” and “ClessioTV,” it is Burst.
Makers and platforms
| Item | PokeSurvivor | Pokémon Survivor Burst |
|---|---|---|
| Maker | JPTER78 / Jonathan Piera Torregrosa | ClessioTV |
| Platform | Browser on PC and mobile; optional offline ZIP | Downloadable RPG Maker XP / Essentials game |
| Price | Free, non-profit, no purchases | Free fan project; check the developer thread for current distribution |
| Official entry | pokesurvivor.com | The developer’s PokeCommunity thread and release page |
Do not use a PokeSurvivor download link for Burst or a Burst patch for PokeSurvivor. The engines and save formats are different.
Roster and moves
PokeSurvivor has 966 partners from all nine regions, 103 moves, 11 held items, 18 type arenas and 87 legendaries. Its partner is restricted to Normal moves plus its own types, with TMs adding specific moves.
Burst’s developer thread says 88+ playable Pokémon. An older comparison page says 25 as of v2.6; that figure is stale relative to the developer thread. Burst lets a Pokémon mix skills from any unlocked Pokémon, according to a comparison video, while PokeSurvivor restricts the pool by the partner’s types. The 88+ and 25 figures are a source conflict, not a PokeSurvivor roster count.
Modes and co-op
| Mode | PokeSurvivor | Burst |
|---|---|---|
| Standard survival | Yes; runs lead to the minute-30 Arceus event | Classic mode, described as a 15-minute survival mode |
| Boss rush | No separate boss-rush mode; bosses appear on a schedule | Rush mode |
| Floor tower | No tower mode | Tower mode, 100 floors |
| Online co-op | Up to four players with friends and rooms | No PokeSurvivor-style four-player browser co-op; check the current Burst build |
| Leaderboards | Solo and group, daily/weekly/monthly/all-time | Not the same account or board system |
Burst’s multiple modes make it a different kind of session. PokeSurvivor’s identity is the browser survival run plus co-op, rifts and Arceus. A “which is better” answer depends on whether you want a quick browser run or a downloadable RPG structure.
Unlocks and monetisation
PokeSurvivor unlocks partners through regional gacha tickets earned by playing. Tickets cannot be bought with real money. Burst unlocks Pokémon through challenges and uses battle passes bought with candy, according to the comparison page. The two progression systems are not interchangeable.
Do not carry a “best character” or “tier” claim from one game to the other. A Burst tier list uses Burst’s roster and modes; PokeSurvivor’s community tier lists use its 966 partners and its own criteria.
Saves and accounts
PokeSurvivor’s official cloud account is tied to pokesurvivor.com and its approved hosts. A guest session is not saved; the offline ZIP uses browser local storage. Burst is a downloadable game with its own save files and no PokeSurvivor account.
A PokeSurvivor friend cannot be found in Burst, and a Burst save cannot be imported into PokeSurvivor. The save guide covers the PokeSurvivor side; use the Burst developer’s instructions for its saves.
Which should you try?
- Choose PokeSurvivor for a free browser run, mobile play, 966 partners, four-player co-op and the minute-30 Arceus event.
- Choose Burst if you want a downloadable RPG Maker game with Classic, Rush and Tower modes and a challenge-based unlock structure.
- Try both if you enjoy the survivor genre; they are different projects, not versions of one game.
The comparison is not a claim that one is objectively better. The platform, session length, roster and unlock model are the decision. The PokeSurvivor first-run guide is the place to start for this game.
Quick answers
Are PokeSurvivor and Pokémon Survivor Burst the same game?
No. PokeSurvivor is a browser game by JPTER78; Burst is a downloadable RPG Maker XP/Essentials game by ClessioTV.
How many Pokémon does each game have?
PokeSurvivor has 966. Burst’s developer thread says 88+; an older comparison says 25 as of v2.6. Use the developer thread and note the older figure.
Can I use a PokeSurvivor guide for Burst?
No. The moves, saves, accounts, modes and unlock systems are different. Use Burst-specific sources.
Which one is free?
PokeSurvivor is free and non-profit with no purchases. Burst is also a fan project; check its developer thread for its current distribution and monetisation details.
Sources and scope
These sources were checked on 22 October 2026. This is source-based guidance, not a claim that the site played every route. The live game can change after an update.
- Pokémon Survivor Burst comparison page — Maker, platform, older 25-Pokémon/5-language figures and unlock comparison.
- Burst PokeCommunity developer thread — Developer-published 88+ Pokémon and 9-language claim; October 2026.
- PokéSurvivor official guide — Browser, co-op, roster and systems for this game.
- Author’s itch.io page — Official PokeSurvivor platform and offline package.