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Scary things have the opposite effect on us than one might think. If something is scary, then one should not let it be or run away? That would be logical, but that's rarely the case.
Crime novels and crime series are super popular with their brutal and murderous tales. Horror games for the computer have also gotten bigger and bigger over time, giving people the thrill of their lives.
Maybe these scary things make us feel alive in our boring lives. They bring some excitement into our lives, and let our imagination run free.
A game like Project Zomboid is a shining example of this.
A sandbox game
A sandbox game is a game where there is no direct story. There is no narrative to follow, no plot twists, no redemption. The only story there is, it's the one you make yourself.
You are set free on your own to do exactly what you want within the game framework. And that's how Project Zomboid was created. Do you want to focus on exploring, creating things or fighting?
The only thing you get to know is that a zombie apocalypse is going on and this is how you died. So the game makes you feel like you're going to die from the start. But how and when is not known at all. It depends on yourself and how good you are.
You can also tailor your experience down to the last detail. How rare should different loot types be? How should the zombies behave? Everything you can select and change as needed.
Create an interesting character
We all know very well that a strong person who is in good shape, and who is even good with weapons of all kinds, would probably do quite well in a zombie apocalypse. But what about a university professor? A waitress? An overweight guy? See, it's more fun to wonder about.
In Project Zomboid you can create characters with many different backgrounds and traits. For example, it could be an overweight cop who is always thirsty, a deaf fitness instructor who can read fast. You can make a lot of fun combinations and see how they do when society has broken down.
Each background gives your character some special abilities and bonuses in various skills. Traits specify it a little more.
You have negative and positive traits that you need to balance in a points system. Choosing positive traits costs points while negative ones give you more. So if you want a lot of positive skills, you also need to have more negatives. So beware, because the negative traits change your playing style drastically.
Abilities and skills - the development of your character
Once you have made your character, and take him / her out into the wide world, then you will notice that you have certain skills. Some of these skills you have bonuses in because of your background or traits. Some you have no experience in at all.
In order to survive as best as possible, it is in your best interest to train all your skills on an ongoing basis. For example, you get better at carpentry by disassembling furniture and making new ones.
To make the process go faster you can find skillbooks out in the world that give you an xp bonus. Some skills let you create new things as you level up, while others just make you better at certain things. For example, you make less noise when your “Lightfooted” skill goes up, and if your carpentry goes up you can make new things etc.
A game with a high learning curve
Project Zomboid is not a game you get good at the first time you play it. It is too complicated and in-depth for one to understand it all during the first hours.
It takes many attempts to get better. But it is a positive progression you experience. Every game you start, you learn something new about what you can and what you should not do.
Therefore, it is actually not so bad to die either, because one expects it a little in advance. But one will slowly see that one survives more and more daye, the more one plays.
Therefore, the game is also incredibly rewarding because you get nothing served on a silver platter. Everything you achieve, it comes from your will to keep going.
Mods give the game completely new experiences
Project Zomboid has a huge community dedicated to making mods that either expand existing mechanics, or create something new in themselves.
For example, there are mods that add new maps, items, crafting recipes, NPCs, etc. Some of these mods make the whole experience very very different from what you find in base game.
And it also means that Project Zomboid has almost infinite replayability. Every time you feel you are mastering something, you can add something new to get started on, and in that way keep learning and having fun.
A unique indie design
The indie genre is typically known for each game having a very unique design that stands out. One is not as focused on hyper realism as many tripple A games are. It is often cartoony with many distinctive features. Project Zomboid is no exception.
The graphics are simple and pixelated, which also makes the game not so demanding compared to your system.
The design is comfortable and has something special about it. One feels truly abandoned in a ruined world where every day is a struggle for survival.
The game's controls are relatively normal with a few deviations. You move on WASD and look around with the right mouse button. Your various UI interfaces can be accessed from a toolbar on the left side or by various keybinds.
Conclusion
Project Zomboid is a unique game in and of itself. It's scary, exciting, has high replayability, and a dedicated fanbase that expands the game day by day. If you like games that are challenging and jam-packed with content, then this is for you.
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Manufacturer
The Indie Stone
Date added:
13-11-2020
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