Zombie Playground is an online, team-based, action arena game with RPG elements. You take on the role of a kid whose school is overrun by the undead, and it's up to you and your friends to do whatever it takes to survive.
It combines cartoon aesthetics and a child-like perspective on the zombie apocalypse, with visceral and rewarding combat gameplay. As the developers themselves put it, the game is best described using the following formula:
"Goonies + Attack the Block + Walking Dead = Zombie Playground"
Customization
The gameplay in Zombie Playground utilities third-person action/shooting mechanics, but the developers are keen to stress that it's not going to be a mindless action game.
As you progress through the game your character will level up, introducing RPG-like elements to the gameplay. As you level up you'll unlock new abilities. You'll also gain access to new weapons, items, and pieces of clothing that allow you to customize your character.
Early concept art released for the game (see image above) illustrates the multitude of customization options the developers intend to give players when the game releases.
Treehouse
The Treehouse is the player's safe area or hub. Each player will have their own customizable treehouse, which will include areas for dressing their characters, equipping them, setting up load-outs, and practicing with chosen weapons. There will also be a computer for looking through online stores and data.
The developers intend for players to be able to decorate their treehouse with items they've acquired.
Classes
Another way in which the developers intend to add an element of depth and strategy to the gameplay is through the use of various character classes.
You will be able to select from a number of different character classes, each with a wide range of different weapons, abilities, and personalities. From messy melee fighters, to cold-hearted ranged gunslingers, you'll be able to find a class that best suits your play style and also the needs of your party.
For a detailed look at the classes that are set to appear in the game, head on over to our Classes Section.
Enemies
Zombie Playground is also set to feature a varied set of enemies, inspired in part by zombie culture but also mixed with the unique child-like perspective the game has taken on. For example, concept art released for the game shows all manner of zombie types, from stuffed animal zombies (see image above), to 'turned' adult zombies like the janitor (see image on the right).
