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Dead Rising 4: Special Edition

2017
ShooterHack and slash/Beat 'em up

Comedy · Crafting · Horror · Open World · Sandbox · Survival

Dead Rising 4's chaotic blend of zombie-slaying and open-world exploration, built on a foundation of crafting absurd weaponry, makes for a gleefully violent romp. The game's photojournalism mechanic, allowing players to document the gruesome action, adds a unique layer to the experience. Though it may lack the series' signature time constraints, the sheer variety of weapons and outlandish outfits keeps the gameplay loop fresh, encouraging players to experiment with different approaches to each zombie horde.

About Dead Rising 4: Special Edition

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It’s the holiday season in Willamette, Colorado and a mysterious outbreak has overrun the Willamette Memorial Megaplex Mall and surrounding town with dangerous and deadly predators. Join Frank West as you explore a vast, open world sandbox filled with dangerous new zombies and a million ways to kill them as you seek to uncover the truth behind the outbreak – or die trying.

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Trade Dead Rising's mall for a galactic warzone — you and your squad blast hordes of alien bugs in a hail of bullets and explosions, with the same over-the-top action and emergent chaos.

Why recommended

  • Fast-paced third-person shooting with a focus on teamwork and strategic deployment of heavy weaponry, mirroring Dead Rising's frantic combat
  • Criteria — Multiplayer co-op for up to four players, demanding coordination to survive relentless enemy waves and complete objectives
  • The constant threat of friendly fire and environmental hazards creates a similar sense of unpredictable danger and slapstick moments
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Survive a zombie apocalypse with crafting and base-building — scavenge, fortify, and fight off hordes in a challenging open world, with the same emphasis on resource management and brutal combat.

Why recommended

  • First-person shooting and melee combat against zombies, with a focus on crafting weapons and tools for survival
  • Criteria — Multiplayer allows players to team up to survive the zombie hordes, building bases and coordinating attacks
  • The open world and crafting mechanics encourage exploration and strategic resource management, mirroring Dead Rising's survival-focused gameplay
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Combine zombie hordes with creature collecting — build bases, craft weapons, and fight alongside adorable but deadly 'Pals' in a world that blends survival, action, and a touch of the absurd.

Why recommended

  • Action-focused combat with a variety of weapons and abilities, similar to Dead Rising's diverse arsenal
  • Criteria — Multiplayer co-op allows players to team up to survive, build, and battle in a shared open world
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