Zombies Ate My Neighbors! Is the Charming, Spooky, Retro Shooter You Need to Play – CBR – Comic Book Resources

Zombies Ate My Neighbors is a charming run and gun shooter that is perfect for gamers looking for a unique zombie game to play this Halloween.

Zombie games have come along way since the 16-bit generation. Before Resident Evil came along and popularizedthe survival-horror genre, zombies weren't commonplace in the medium. A handful of early video games utilized the undead, but few made them the main focus. One of the first games to center around the flesh-eating creatures was 1993's Zombies Ate My Neighbors, a zany run and gun shooter became a cult classicand put an unconventional spin on the horror genre.

Zombies Ate My Neighbors puts players in the middle of a pixilated apocalypse where hordes of terrifying creatures roam the streets feasting on unsuspecting citizens. It is up to two rebellious teenagers to save the city and put an end to the undead's reign of terror. Players will make their way through various parts of the city blasting zombies and other hellacious abominations with a variety of unusual weapons. New levels unlock as players rescue helpless civilians before the ghoulish horde sends them to an early grave.

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One of the best aspects of Zombies Ate My Neighbors is how expansive the game is. There are over 50 stages, each with their own unique look and feel. Players must journey through suburban neighborhoods, haunted mansions, decrepit castles and even oversized ant farms. While some levels can be difficult to navigate through, their creative designs more than makes up for their maze-like structure.

What makes Zombies Ate My Neighbors stand out from other classic zombie games is how it embraces the schlock aesthetic. Every level has a ridiculous name that could easily be the title of a campy drive-in movie. The entire game feels like an ode to cheesy 1950s horror films, giving it an unconventional tone few games have tried to replicate. The only thing missing is the excessive gore many classic zombie films are known for. Thisis the result of Nintendo's strict policy against explicit content in the '90s, before the release of Mortal Kombat and the implementation of the ESRB rating system.

Zombies Ate My Neighbors is a refreshing retro title that is sure to give gamers a healthy dose of '90s nostalgia. The game is oozing with creativity and pays tribute to some of the most iconic B-rated horror movies ever made. In a genre full of blood and gore, Zombie Ate My Neighbors takes a less aggressive approach that gives players an incredibly satisfying experience. With a spiritual sequel launching sometime next year, now is the perfect time to revisit this charming cult classic.

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Zack Millsap is an entertainment writer based out of Dallas, Texas. He graduated from Texas State University with a Degree in English in 2017. Zack is also an avid retro video game and movie collector. When Zack isn't writing, you can find him either boxing, gaming, or attending concerts.

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