Our task was simple: after locating an armoured APC, we were to escort it to the Vatican, taking back the streets as we go. As you’d expect it’s largely more of the same, but there is a key difference – you’re now fighting back against the zombies rather than trying to escape them. Playing in first-person mode, I first jumped into the second act of World War Z: Aftermath‘s new Rome episode with my new friends at Saber Interactive, taking control of some fresh new faces. What’s no doubt most exciting for existing World War Z players, however, is the introduction of two new episodes and an additional character class. And before zombies get in melee range, you can make use of multiple new guns, too, including a powerful sniper, crossbow and SMG.

A shovel is good, but how about dual-wielded sickles, or even a sledgehammer? Split into three weight categories, you’re sure to find a melee weapon that suits you.

To really get the most out of the new melee system, additional weapons have also been added. Needless to say, slicing and dicing zombies when they get up close is now more of a valid option than ever before. There’s a new melee system, too, that gives each melee weapon its own combo and special perk. There’s a new first-person mode for example, that lets you get closer to the action than ever before.

Whether you buy new or upgrade, World War Z: Aftermath contains all of the content found in World War Z: Game of the Year Edition, plus new content and features that really add to the game.

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