Zombie Tycoon 2: Brainhov's Revenge

Game Overview

Zombie Tycoon 2: Brainhov's Revenge translates classic real-time strategy mechanics onto the PlayStation Vita with a tongue-in-cheek horror style. Rather than managing traditional resource-gathering bases, players directly control squads of undead mobs, directing them across detailed multi-tiered maps to devour living humans, smash obstacles, and conquer enemy territory.

The game features distinct zombie classes—such as scouts, brawlers, engineers, and scavengers—each possessing unique abilities required to crack enemy defenses. In addition to a campaign mode that details the feud between Brainhov and Orville, the title supports competitive online multiplayer, allowing PS Vita players to lock horns with PlayStation 3 opponents thanks to cross-play support. Striking a balance between accessible touch/button controls and deep tactical positioning, it stands out as one of the few true-blooded strategy games available on the platform.

Quick Specifications

• Release Date: April 30, 2013 (North America) / May 1, 2013 (Europe)

• Developer: Frima Studio

• Publisher: Frima Studio / Sony Computer Entertainment

• Platform: PlayStation Vita (Cross-Buy / Cross-Play with PS3)

• Genre: Real-Time Strategy (RTS)

• Player(s): 1 to 2 Players (Single-player campaign & online multiplayer)

• Languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian

• Rating: ESRB: T (Teen)

Key Features

• Real-Time Strategy on Handheld: Experience a full-fledged RTS title tailored for the PS Vita, utilizing precise control schemes to command hordes of the undead.

• Two Flicting Factions: Choose between Orville Tycoon or Professor Brainhov, each bringing distinct playstyles, units, and tactical advantages to the battlefield.

• Specialized Zombie Classes: Direct squads consisting of diverse classes like fast runners, heavy brawlers, and crafty scavengers to bypass specific environmental hazards.

• Cross-Buy and Cross-Play: Benefit from cross-buy compatibility with the PlayStation 3 version alongside cross-play multiplayer matching.

• Dark Humor & Comic Style: Enjoy an entertaining narrative framed by a vibrant, spooky art style packed with slapstick horror elements.

Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Q: Is Zombie Tycoon 2 a direct sequel?

A: Yes, it is the sequel to Frima Studio’s original 2009 PlayStation Minis title, Zombie Tycoon, expanding heavily on the scope, graphics, and mechanics.

Q: Does the game support multiplayer on the PS Vita?

A: Yes, it features online head-to-head multiplayer, allowing you to battle against other players using cross-play features with the PS3 version.

Q: How do controls work on the PS Vita?

A: The game uses a mix of traditional dual-analog stick controls and button layouts designed to quickly select squads, direct pathing, and deploy special zombie abilities seamlessly.

Q: Is the game physical or digital-only?

A: Zombie Tycoon 2: Brainhov's Revenge was released primarily as a digital download title through the PlayStation Network (PSN) store.