October Magazine

Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare
(PC, Xbox 360, Xbox One, PS3, PS4) (2014)
When I first heard of Plants vs. Zombies:
Garden Warfare, I scratched
my head in confusion. Developed
by PVZ creator Popcap, PVZ: Garden
Warfare featured a variety of
characters and game modes, but
promised accessibility and lighthearted
fun. I bit the bullet and purchased
the game up on its release
and I can honestly say it is one of
the most underrated games of this
generation.
PVZ: Garden Warfare features a
number of online modes, and could
be described as an all ages version
of Battlefield, with a third-person
perspective and the ability to play
as (and customise) a variety of
plant or zombie characters.
There’s PVZ: Garden Warfare’s
take on a tower defense/survival
mode, which sees players controlling
plants as they protect a garden
from an invading zombie horde.
They can plant different types of
seeds into strategically placed pots,
which will grow into lethal artillery.
Mortar-launching corn stalks, fireshooting
pea pods, punching bok
choys and more can all be unlocked
with currency earned in-game.
Garden Warfare is an absolute blast
to play, especially with friends. The
game is accessible, and able to be
enjoyed by anyone, regardless of
age, gender or level of gaming experience.
I’ve spent countless hours
playing it on both the PlayStation 4
and Xbox One, and can’t wait for
the sequel.
It might feature zombies, but there
isn’t a scare or drop of blood in sight.
Do yourself a favour and check out
Garden Warfare when you can!