The zombie variety is expanded with new types like the Wrestler (large, heavy hitter), Screamer (stuns with a sonic blast), Grenadier (throws flesh at you), and Drowner (hides in water).

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Released in 2013 for the PlayStation 3, serves as a direct continuation of the first game, picking up immediately after the original survivors escape Banoi. It retains the core first-person melee combat and open-world exploration while introducing several key mechanical and environmental updates. New Gameplay Mechanics and Features

Firearms have been buffed to deal significantly more damage than in the first title. New weapon types include sniper rifles, harpoon guns, nail guns, and rocket launchers.