Introduction                                                                                                                 

• Zombie 15 is a fast-paced, intense zombie survival board game. This article discusses the basics of the game, the setup, and the essential rules to get you started.

Components

• Game board
• 4 double-sided Survivor cards
• 70 Zombie cards
• 15 Search cards
• 32 Event cards
• 12 Objective cards
• 35 plastic stands
• 6 noise tokens
• 6 experience tokens
• 24 zombie tokens
• 1 CD soundtrack (You need a CD player for this game)

Setup

1. Game Board: Place the game board in the center of the table. This will be the city where your survivors navigate through hordes of zombies.
2. Survivor Cards: Each player chooses a Survivor card, placing it in front of them. Make sure to use the side that corresponds to the chosen character's difficulty level.
3. Objective Cards: Shuffle the Objective cards and place three of them face-up on the table.
4. Noise Tokens: Place the noise tokens near the game board, easily accessible to all players.
5. Zombie Cards: Shuffle the Zombie cards and place them face-down as the Zombie draw pile.
6. Search Cards: Shuffle the Search cards and form a draw pile.
7. Experience Tokens: Place the experience tokens within reach of all players.
8. Event Cards: Shuffle the Event cards and place them face-down as the Event draw pile.
9. Zombie Tokens: Place the Zombie tokens in a pile near the game board.
10. CD Soundtrack: Prepare a device to play the Zombie 15 soundtrack. The soundtrack adds an immersive element to the game.

Basic Gameplay

• Objective
  • Work together with your team to complete the objectives before time runs out. Objectives are revealed at the beginning of the game.

• Turns
  • The game consists of 15 real-time minutes. Each turn represents one minute. The CD soundtrack will guide your gameplay with various scenarios and events.

• Movement
  • Survivors have a movement allowance per turn. Spend movement points wisely to explore the city, find items, and complete objectives.

• Combat
  • When encountering zombies, engage in combat. Use weapons and abilities to defeat the undead. Be cautious, noise attracts more zombies!

• Noise
  • Certain actions generate noise. Place noise tokens on the board, attracting zombies to those locations.

• Searching
  • Search for items by drawing Search cards. These can provide weapons, healing items, or special abilities.

• Leveling Up
  • Earn experience points by defeating zombies and completing objectives. Spend experience to level up your character.

Conclusion

• Zombie 15 offers a thrilling and immersive experience that combines strategy and real-time action. As you navigate through the city, battling zombies and completing objectives, the tension builds with the soundtrack, creating a unique gaming adventure. Gather your team, brace yourself, and face the zombie apocalypse head-on!

FAQs

• Can I play Zombie 15 solo?
  • Yes, the game is designed for solo play, but it truly shines with a group of survivors.

• How does the CD soundtrack enhance the game?
  • The soundtrack provides a real-time element, guiding the pace and intensity of the game, making each playthrough unique.

• What happens if a survivor is bitten by a zombie?
  • Bitten survivors turn into zombies. The team must adapt quickly to the changing dynamics.

• Can I replay Zombie 15 with different objectives?
  • Absolutely! The game offers variability with different Survivor cards, objectives, and events, ensuring each game feels fresh.