This update represents the largest gameplay expansion to date. New maps, abilities, units, progression systems and major reworks to defences and AI behaviour. New human unit types and evacuation mechanics raise the stakes of each mission. The World Map has grown with additional maps and improved visuals. Core systems such as panic, cowering, unlock progression, UI, controls, and balance have all been refined.
A Bigger, Deadlier World
Two new maps added
The World Map has been expanded with new visuals, environments, and more accurate population scaling
Checkpoint maps have been reworked to better reflect campaign progression
Levels across the game have received geometry, flow, and navigation improvements
New Abilities & Stronger Zombies
Six new abilities added, dramatically expanding player strategy: Vortex, Repulse, Virulence, Frenzy, Fusion, and Reinfest
Special Zombies have been significantly buffed to feel truly powerful
New human enemies introduced, including Flamers and Juggernauts
Humans can now panic, cower, call for backup, and attempt evacuation
Smarter Defences & Escalating Threats
New city defences such as Parachuters, Armoured Cars, and Jeep Evacs
Helicopter and patrol behaviour reworked for greater challenge
Evac Zones added: if too many humans escape, the mission is lost
Defence compositions now scale more clearly with difficulty
Deeper Progression & Unlocks
All Zombies, Abilities, and Blessings now unlock through progression
Blessings feature tiered upgrades and can be purchased from the shop
New Scientist enemies drop guaranteed research rewards
Rewards and progression tracking have been streamlined and clarified
Better Controls & Interface
New command hotbar with advanced unit controls
Improved HUD feedback including Victory Bar and Mission Reports
Reworked tutorials, run setup screens, and unlock notifications
Added Steam Achievements and expanded sound effects
Thanks for reading, now go out there and destroy humanity...!