Zombie Teenz Evolution (2020) Board Game

Zombie Teenz Evolution is a board game released in 2020 by Scorpion Masqué. Designed by Annick Lobet and featuring artwork by Nikao and Rémy Tornior, this game falls into the Children’s Game and Zombies categories. It introduces a unique twist to the zombie genre by combining cooperative gameplay and legacy game elements.

Game Components of Zombie Teenz Evolution

Game board featuring a city with four buildings and a school

4-6 player characters (super-teenz)

4 ingredient crates

Zombies and their corresponding sewer spaces

Dice for determining zombie movements

Event cards

Envelopes containing additional rules, missions, and story elements

Stickers for tracking progress and unlocking content

Rulebook with a comic book style story

How To Setup Zombie Teenz Evolution

To set up Zombie Teenz Evolution, start by placing the game board in the middle of the playing area. Each player chooses a character and places it at the school. The ingredient crates are positioned at the four corners of the board, and the zombies are placed at their respective sewer spaces. The dice and Event cards are within reach of all players. The rulebook and envelopes are also placed nearby to track progress and unlock new content as the game progresses.

Gameplay Mechanics and Game Objective

Cooperative Play: Players work together to achieve the game’s objective.

Dice Rolling: Determines zombie movements and actions.

Player Actions: Each player can take two actions per turn: move to an adjacent space, defeat a zombie in their space, or pass an ingredient crate to or from an adjacent player.

Event Cards: Introduced by rolling a question mark on the dice, these cards can have positive or negative effects.

Ingredient Collection: Players need to gather four ingredient crates from around the city and bring them back to the school to create an antidote.

Zombie Overrun: If all four buildings are overrun by zombies, the players lose.

Progress Tracking: Stickers are used to track progress, and envelopes are unlocked based on completed missions and game achievements.

Player Experience

Zombie Teenz Evolution offers a dynamic and engaging experience, particularly for families and children. The game encourages teamwork and strategic thinking as players must balance between moving the ingredient crates and fighting off the advancing zombies. The progressive nature of the game, with unlockable envelopes and new rules, keeps the gameplay fresh and exciting. Players of all ages appreciate the simple yet challenging mechanics, making it a favorite for both kids and adults.

Pros

Encourages Teamwork: Players must work together to win.

Progressive Gameplay: Unlockable envelopes add new rules and challenges.

Easy to Learn: Simple mechanics make it accessible for young players.

Engaging Story: The game includes a comic book style story that evolves as players progress.

High Replayability: Multiple plays are required to unlock all content, ensuring numerous game sessions.

Cons

Limited Complexity for Adults: While enjoyable, the game might not be complex enough for adult game nights.

Surprise Element Diminishes Over Time: Once all envelopes are unlocked, the game may lose some of its appeal.

Personal Thoughts on Zombie Teenz Evolution

Zombie Teenz Evolution is an excellent choice for families with children aged 8 and above, as well as for kids who enjoyed the predecessor, Zombie Kidz Evolution. The game’s cooperative nature and progressive mechanics make it a great tool for teaching teamwork and strategic thinking. While it may not be the go-to choice for complex adult game nights, it is more than sufficient for a fun and engaging family gaming experience. The game’s art style, which blends elements of shows like “Teen Titans” and “Gravity Falls,” adds to its appeal, making it a standout in the world of kids’ board games.

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