ZCREW Uses Conventional Means To Rid A Zombie Virus Plague

Topdown shooters have been a part of my gaming library since Ikari Warriors through to the underappreciated Expendable on the Dreamcast. There’s a good selection out there, but has it got better with ZCREW?

From Emotion Studio – an internal developer at Snail Games, ZCREW follows the frantic co-op play you can expect from the genre, but also has a single-player campaign too.

The world is nearing its end as riddled with zombies intent on destroying the world after an alien virus screws the planet. Playing as a genetically modified human clone, presumably immune to the virus, you rid the earth of these nasties using science. The science of destruction.

In an Early Access state, you’ll get the Ruined City and Lost Desert to play in which has 30 levels, 4 character classes and 5 weapons. There are also weather conditions and day/night variations.

Key features in ZCREW include:

• Single-player and online multiplayer modes: Play solo or with up to 4 friends in co-op mode. You can join the battle at any time!
• Intense top-down action: Enjoy high-end visuals, effects, and character/monster design.
• Choose from several weapons and parts: Build your own unique weapons – and make them truly special with customizable parts.
• Character roles: Select from 4 character classes based on combat needs and play style preferences – including unique roles and skills.
• Varied quest types: Choose from a variety of quests – including assassination, transportation, defense, occupation, rescue, and more.

Here’s the trailer:

ZCREW is currently in Early Access on Steam. Just having a quick look at the ‘above the fold’ info, it has mostly negative reviews, which isn’t great for an Early Access title. Will aim to snare a copy myself to make an evaluation…