Hello, everyone!
We are continue the series of text Q&As we are running on a weekly basis on our Discord server.
What was the reason this game was made in the first place?
The game began with a simple but unique idea inside our team - focusing on inspection and tough, consequential decisions rather than typical zombie action. It felt fresh and unexplored, so we built the entire project around that core concept.
At what percentage are you guys at now with the overall game to release timeline?
Most of the release mechanics are ready, we’re polishing and bugfixing at the moment
How are you guys feeling with the upcoming release? Are you happy with where you're at?
Obviously! There's a lot of concerns and cool features that we want to add to the game, so I can't say it's easy at this point, but hell yeah! QZ is almost out baby!
What's your opinion on games that copy the mechanics, but not the models or scripts, of Quarantine Zone? Also, was Quarantine Zone the original idea, or were you inspired by something else?
The concept itself originated inside our team. One of our developers pitched the initial idea, and it immediately felt fresh and workable. We were genuinely surprised no one had explored this angle before - it clicked instantly and opened the door to the systems we’re building today.
We see it the same way many creative fields do - when an idea resonates, it naturally inspires variations. As long as teams aren’t lifting our assets or code, exploring similar themes or mechanics is completely fair. In fact, it usually means the core concept is strong and recognisable, which we take as a positive sign.
Will there be Quarantine Zone 2?
That is too early to tell, but that being said, we plan to support Quarantine Zone with content after its release.
Why did you decide to scrap the cart? Were there many people who didn’t like it, or was it simply a gameplay decision?
We didn’t remove it completely, the cart is still used in one of the features. We just decided to reduce how often players have to interact with it.
Would you guys consider a rare event where a zombie could break the containment glass if left in the quarantine zone for too long?
Post the idea in game suggestions in our Discord server. Our game designer love to watch your ideas and some of them are already in the roadmap!
You've mentioned before that there will be a story mode. What would that look like? Is there a set number of days that it would last (example, it'd last 100 days no matter what you do) or would it progress as you do in your story (how many days the story mode lasts being based on how fast you progress)? Additionally, will there be only one save file, or will there be more than one?
There will be separate save files: one for the campaign and one for the endless mode.
As for the story -you will see everything at the release, and we’ll keep expanding it in future updates.
Is there going to be hidden lore behind specific characters, and will there be any references to any zombie shows?
Yes - some characters will have bits of hidden lore and background details. And there will be a few references to other zombie games and shows, but we’d rather keep those a surprise so you can spot them yourself once you play.
Is there going to be different endgame endings in the proposed story mode of qz that you could get depending on your choices and how well you run the quarantine checkpoint?
Yes, but we won't say more :)
Do you consider giving face masks to NPCs who are walking in for a check-up? They could be removed like sunglasses or hats. There is a sign in the quarantine area that people should be wearing them, yet no one does.
As usual - post all the ideas in the suggestions forum on our Discord server.
Will you add the ability for a person in the block to be brought in for like a standard routine checkup, with like a rare chance for them to begin exhibiting symptoms of the virus and we have to send them back to quarantine or even liquidation?
Once you send someone to the survivors block, that decision is final - you can’t bring them back to the checkpoint later.
Will there be ways for zombies to come through the clearance gate where you check survivors in. Or maybe attack other survivors waiting in line outside the gate that you have to shoot
Yes.There will be certain events.
Is the "aggression" going to be more unpredictable?
It's not random and can be predictable, but now you will need find out the pattern to defend yourself in time
Is it possible to lose if you have enough failed inspections?
Yes - certain events can lead to a game over.
Failed inspections alone won’t instantly end your run, but they feed into larger systems. If you keep missing global objectives, run out of resources, or trigger specific major events, you can lose the game. Your choices stack up, and eventually they can push your settlement past the breaking point.
Will we have character customisation?
We'll have some customisation in our game. You'll see the details later.
Are you guys planning to make some “funny" survivors to inspect? That will either act strangely or have some very recognisable look? Or maybe some imitations of famous people?
We do have special survivors you might recognise - but we’re keeping the details under wraps for now. Stay tuned for our upcoming announcements.
Any chance not checking for/confiscating Contraband before sending an Infected into Quarantine/Liquidation will result in them using the Contraband after Aggression takes place?
It’s definitely something we want to explore.
The idea of contraband affecting behaviour after aggression makes a lot of sense, and it’s already on our roadmap
Were there any alternatives to Drone missions considered prior?
We never set out to make a typical zombie game. Our core idea has always been about the inspection gameplay - that’s the heart of the experience. The horde-fighting segment is more of side activity, something extra you can jump into just for fun.
Will there be meta progression upgrades beyond your own weapons for the defence mode? (e.g. the escort vehicles, autoturrets, weapons for your soldiers.)
Right now our main goal is to make the existing defence mini-game more fun, punchy, and enjoyable to play. That’s our current focus. Bigger expansions - like new systems, additional units, vehicles, or broader meta-progression - are definitely possible in the future.
What will the saving mechanics be? I.e. will there be multiple save slots, or quick saving etc?
Yes, you’ll have multiple save slots - so you can keep different types of playthroughs. However, a specific campaign or an endless-mode will only allow you to replay the current day.
We are looking forward to more of your questions!
Join our Discord to ask questions and get answers earlier
About Quarantine Zone:
Border checkpoint simulator meets zombie apocalypse. Command the last checkpoint, inspect survivors, and decide their fate: trust, quarantine, or liquidate.
Play demo here: View game page
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