If you're a fan of gritty, open-world zombie games with a genuine atmosphere, NHN Corp's latest Android release, Darkest Days, might be right up your alley. This zombie survival shooting RPG brings a fresh twist to NHN's portfolio.
Darkest Days: A Familiar Yet Engaging Formula
Set in a world ravaged by a brutal zombie virus outbreak, Darkest Days casts you as a fragile survivor navigating a nightmare. Your journey starts in Sand Creek, a town characterized by its desolate streets and pervasive decay, where you'll sense that something is always lurking.
The expansive map invites exploration, from dusty desert villages to frozen islands and dilapidated resort towns. As you traverse these areas, you'll piece together the origins of the virus that turned the world upside down.
Mobility is key in Darkest Days. You can scavenge and commandeer various vehicles, ranging from family cars to emergency services like ambulances and police cruisers. These vehicles aren't just for transport; they're weapons too. You can plow through zombie hordes and upgrade your rides to withstand the chaos of the apocalypse.
The zombies in Darkest Days aren't just shambling corpses; they're aggressive and often move unpredictably, as if they're actively hunting you. Whether you're picking them off one by one or resorting to explosives in a panic, the tension is palpable.
One of the standout features of the game is shelter-building. You can establish a base complete with facilities and recruit survivors who can help produce resources and fight alongside you.
More Than Just Zombies
Darkest Days isn't just about surviving alone. It offers both solo and multiplayer modes. Team up with others to fend off endless zombie waves or take on colossal mutant monstrosities for valuable loot. If competition is your thing, there are PvP zones where you can battle other players for scarce resources.
With the global open beta kicking off Season 1, dubbed "Fake Champion Luna," you have the opportunity to recruit Luna Bloody, a kendo expert. Bring her into your shelter, delve into her storyline, and discover what drives a skilled fighter to navigate the apocalypse.
Interested in diving into Darkest Days? It's available for free on the Google Play Store. And if you're eager for more apocalyptic adventures, stay tuned for our next news on Once Human for Android!
