Europe is once again teetering on the brink of annihilation, not from conventional warfare, but from a terrifying plague of Nazi zombies. Just when you thought the nightmare was over, the undead hordes are back, and this time, they’re closer than ever before. Rebellion, the acclaimed developer behind the nail-biting Zombie Army franchise, has announced that Zombie Army VR will be launching on May 22, 2025, bringing a new level of immersive horror to virtual reality platforms. Get ready to step into the boots of the Deadhunters and face your fears in a desperate fight to reclaim Europe from the clutches of the undead.
Following the gripping narrative of the Zombie Army series, this VR installment throws players back into the thick of the action, set before the events of Zombie Army 4. You’ll embody an elite Deadhunter tasked with tracking down notorious zombie war criminals amidst the ruins of a war-torn Europe. The initial battleground will be the bombed-out city of Nuremberg, where you’ll join the legendary leader of the Deadhunters, Captain Hermann Wolff, in his perilous quest to find his scattered family and ultimately liberate the continent from the zombie apocalypse.
Virtual reality elevates the already intense Zombie Army experience to a whole new level of spine-chilling immersion. Imagine the sheer terror of facing down a horde of flesh-hungry zombies as they shamble towards you in VR. The developers promise a truly visceral experience, allowing players to use both hands to precisely aim down the sights of their weapons, delivering that perfect headshot from afar. And when the undead get too close for comfort, you’ll have the freedom to independently wield pistols and submachine guns in each hand, adding a frantic, close-quarters combat dynamic to the gameplay.
But it’s not just about pointing and shooting. Mastering the art of reloading under pressure will be crucial for survival. As the relentless waves of zombies close in from all directions, your ability to quickly and efficiently reload your weapon could be the difference between life and undeath. Staying calm and operating effectively when surrounded by the grotesque undead will truly test your mettle as a Deadhunter.
To help you in this desperate fight for survival, Zombie Army VR arms you with an arsenal of authentic World War II weaponry. From powerful sniper rifles for taking down threats at a distance to rapid-fire submachine guns and reliable pistols for those intense close encounters, you’ll have the tools necessary to send these abominations back to the grave.
Beyond the core combat, the game offers a robust player progression system. As you fight your way through the zombie-infested landscapes of 1940s Europe, you’ll earn valuable XP. This experience can then be used to level up your chosen Deadhunter, enhancing their abilities and making them a more formidable force against the undead. Furthermore, Weapon Upgrade kits will allow you to customize your firearms, modifying their damage output, accuracy, and even ammo capacity to better suit your playstyle and the challenges ahead.
The fight against the Nazi zombie menace doesn’t have to be a solitary one. Zombie Army VR offers a thrilling two-player online co-op mode. Team up with a friend, share precious ammo and medkits, and coordinate your strategies to overcome the overwhelming odds. You can even engage in a bit of friendly competition to see who can pull off the most creative executions and dismemberments of the undead horde.
For those who crave a competitive edge, the game also features an arcade-style scoring system. Rack up points for skillful kills, creative tactics, and efficient zombie slaying to climb the leaderboards and prove your worth as the ultimate Deadhunter.
Zombie Army VR is set to launch on a wide range of VR platforms, ensuring that many players can jump into the action. The game will be available on PlayStation VR2, Meta Quest 2 and above, Oculus Rift, and select PC headsets via Steam. This broad platform support means that regardless of your VR setup, you’ll likely be able to experience the terror firsthand.
Adding to the immersion, the PlayStation VR2 version will support bHaptics, providing tactile feedback that will further draw you into the game world. This feature will allow you to feel the impact of each shot and the gruesome demise of your undead foes. Support for ProTubeVR will also be available on Quest and PCVR platforms, offering an even more realistic and immersive shooting experience.
Accessibility is also a key focus for the developers. Zombie Army VR will include a wide range of accessibility features, catering to different players’ needs. These features include options for color blindness, audio adjustments, and rotation preferences, ensuring that as many people as possible can enjoy the game.
With its immersive VR gameplay, authentic World War II weaponry, engaging player progression, and the return of the series’ signature X-ray Kill Cam (rebuilt specifically for VR), Zombie Army VR is shaping up to be a must-have title for fans of the franchise and VR enthusiasts alike. The game is available for pre-order now on the Meta Store, PlayStation Store, and Steam, giving you just enough time to prepare yourself for the horrors that await on May 22nd. Are you ready to face the zombie apocalypse in virtual reality? The dead are rising, and Europe needs its Deadhunters more than ever.
