The highly anticipated crossover between “World War Z” and AMC’s “The Walking Dead” is finally on the horizon, with the release date for the upcoming collaboration announced. The co-op zombie shooter video game, based on Paramount’s “World War Z” film, will be launching its “TWD”-themed DLC on January 29 across various platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X and S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.
According to Saber Interactive, the developer of “World War Z,” the new campaign episode in the DLC will feature three thrilling stories with characters from AMC’s “The Walking Dead” such as Rick Grimes, Daryl Dixon, Negan, and Michonne. The voices of Andrew Lincoln and Norman Reedus will be reprising their fan-favorite characters in this crossover. Players will battle against new versions of the infamous Zeke swarms inspired by the slower-moving but equally deadly Walkers from “The Walking Dead” in iconic locations like the Prison, Alexandria Safe Zone, and Grady Memorial Hospital.
The announcement of the update comes on the heels of “World War Z” reaching over 30 million players worldwide since its launch in 2019. The collaboration with “The Walking Dead” is expected to bring in a new wave of players and fans to the game.
In an exclusive Q&A with Saber’s chief creative officer Tim Willits, he revealed that the partnership with AMC came about as a result of the team’s admiration for the “The Walking Dead” franchise and its ability to create uniquely horrific scenarios for its characters. The storyline for the DLC aims to strike a balance between the fast-action Zekes from “World War Z” and the slower-paced Walkers from “The Walking Dead,” offering a new and exciting experience for players.
Willits also highlighted the opportunity to introduce “The Walking Dead” fans to “World War Z” through this collaboration, leveraging the popularity and recognition of the TV show to attract new players. The partnership with AMC has been instrumental in showcasing the best of both worlds and reaching a wider audience.
One of the most exciting features included in the DLC is the introduction of a new special enemy, the Spiked Walker. Players will have to strategically take down this deadlier variant of the Walker with heightened defenses using iconic weapons like Michonne’s Katana and Negan’s Lucille. Willits expressed his enthusiasm for players to step into the shoes of these legendary characters and experience the thrill of battling zombies in “World War Z.”
Overall, the crossover between “World War Z” and “The Walking Dead” is set to redefine the zombie-killing experience for fans of both franchises. With new gameplay mechanics, iconic characters, and thrilling storylines, the DLC promises to deliver an unforgettable gaming experience for players. Stay tuned for the release of the “World War Z x The Walking Dead” DLC on January 29.
