Dead Island

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Dead Island takes place on the fictional island of Banoi; a lush, tropical resort destination located off the coast of Papua New Guinea. The night after a high-profile party, the four main characters (referred to as "the survivors"); rapper Sam B., hotel receptionist and spy for the Chinese government Xian Mei, former football-star Logan Carter, and ex-police officer Purna—are awakened by a voice over the emergency intercom system directing them to evacuate the hotel. They discover that the majority of the population have been overcome by a contagious and infectious disease, turning them into psychotic, flesh-eating creatures. Briefly overcome by one of the infected, they are rescued by lifeguard John Sinamoi. Apparently immune from infection, and with "The Voice" out of contact, the survivors are tasked by Sinamoi to try and find supplies and contact the outside world. This eventually leads them to other parts of the island in search of the truth behind "The Voice" and the infection.

 

The game is a first-person action rpg, with gameplay built around combat (which is very melee-centric, though there are also guns) and quests. It's a very fun game and the only "zombie apocalypse" sort of game I've decided to play so far. Discuss.