DayZ is an online, open world, zombie mod based on Arma 2. Many claim it to be the zombie survival game that they have always wanted, and now it’s entered development as a standalone product.
Arma developer, Bohemia Interactive, has begun developing the game with mod creator, Dean “Rocket” Hall at the lead. They plan to release it in a manner similar to Minecraft, allowing players to purchase the game at a discount during its early stages.
While I haven’t played the mod myself, I’ve seen enough to understand the hype. I’ll be keeping a close eye on the full game. If you wish to as well, you can follow their development blog for more detailed and upcoming information.
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