We've launched an exciting new project of our own! Introducing the Kickstarter app for iPhone!

Funded! This project successfully raised its funding goal on June 26, 2012.

First Look: Animation, and More!

Update #3 · May 30, 2012 · 7 comments

A HUGE thank you to all the backers again for your ongoing support!  We couldn't do this without you; you are the client and we aim to deliver!    

Linux - We'd like to mention that we are reviewing the requirements for a Linux version, so are working to try and move that down some tiers for you Linux lovers out there.

Steam - We are currently working with Valve to make Zombie Playground available on Steam. If/when that is finalized, you will be the first to know.  They are great folks there and we would be thrilled to be on Steam.  It's just fantastic to have their support for ZPG.

Gameplay Footage - We understand this is a big want from the community (rightly so!), and we are just about ready to show some very early, pre-alpha in-game footage.  Please stay tuned, we're shooting to get this to you next week, just in time for E3!!

We'd like to share with you a First Look at the Animation of the game.  This is a first pass blocking animation of a run cycle (so please be forgiving!  =))  

You can discuss this animation here:

http://www.zombieplaygroundgame.com/forum/discussion/49/zpg-first-look-animation 

Thanks again everyone, we're excited to see this game get closer to it's goal!  More updates soon, and GAMEPLAY FOOTAGE IS ON THE WAY!  <3 

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      Creator Tim & Kurt on May 31, 2012

      So excited for the pre alpha trailer, the animation looks great!

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      Creator Aerfox on May 30, 2012

      Good job on the crew on making that animation. All of you are so enthused about this project, and hopefully you guys can pull it off!! Good luck on the pre alpha trailer!!

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      Creator Maxence Leret d'Aubigny on May 30, 2012

      Nice animation. Nice foot lock. Sounds good!

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      Creator John Fox on May 30, 2012

      Thanks for the preview. You guys are starting out strong. Excellent work. Hey, if you're working with Valve, maybe we'll see kid versions of the characters from Left 4 Dead and L4D2? One can dream...

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      Creator Tan Le on May 30, 2012

      This is so cool!!! I love the regular updates. Thanks for keeping us backers in the loop.

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      Creator Brad Ando on May 30, 2012

      The animation works perfectly with the character design. I can't wait to see the zombies in action! Keep the updates coming.

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      Creator Silvernis on May 30, 2012

      Woot, gameplay! *salivates*

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