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DayZ (2018) is a post-apocalyptic open-world survival game. The population are infected with an unknown virus and you play as one of the few who are immune. You fight other survivors for limited resources and weapons. However, If you die there are no extra lives and you have to start over.
Some compelling features of the game include dynamic weather, day and night cycle, the infected and animal predators, hunting and crafting, injury stimulation, and the ability to build and improve bases and drive vehicles for travel and material transport.
The game offers a sandbox world where players can use their skills and knowledge of the game to survive using different strategies. There are guns and fighting but this has to be carefully weighed against risk and cost.
Our examiner, Rich Adams, first checked DayZ 4 years ago. It was re-examined by Thom Robertson and updated 8 weeks ago.
Some compelling features of the game include dynamic weather, day and night cycle, the infected and animal predators, hunting and crafting, injury stimulation, and the ability to build and improve bases and drive vehicles for travel and material transport.
The game offers a sandbox world where players can use their skills and knowledge of the game to survive using different strategies. There are guns and fighting but this has to be carefully weighed against risk and cost.
Our examiner, Rich Adams, first checked DayZ 4 years ago. It was re-examined by Thom Robertson and updated 8 weeks ago.
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Play Style
Benefits
This game is good if you want to:
Age Ratings
Rated for younger players in Australia. Rated Mature Accompanied (MA 15+) for Violence, Strong Themes.
Skill Level
14+ year-olds usually have the required skill to enjoy this game. Still, it's important for parents and guardians to consider the maturity required to process the game content.
Account Rating
- You need be 18-years-old to to subscribe to Xbox Live Gold for online play, but can then configure family accounts for younger players to play online with Xbox One or Xbox Series X|S.
- You need be 18-years-old to subscribe to PlayStation Plus for online play, but can create sub-accounts for younger players of 7-years or older to play online with PlayStation 4.
Costs
DayZ usually costs £39.99 to £47.99.
There are the following additional costs associated with this game:
Livonia content provides a new new environment. Where all players try and survive for as long as possible.
It's important to set up your accounts and devices appropriately. More information is on our Financial Resources page.
DayZ
![]() | Xbox X|S | £45.99 | – | Free Xbox Game Pass |
![]() | Xbox One | £45.99 | – | Free Xbox Game Pass |
![]() | PC | £45.99 | – | Free Xbox Game Pass |
![]() | PC | £39.99 | £19.99 until 26/02/2025 | – |
![]() | PS4 | £47.99 | £23.99 until 26/02/2025 | – |
- In-Game Purchases: Additional in-game purchases are offered for items that enhance the experience.
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You need a subscription to play online:
- You need to purchase a PlayStation Plus subscription to play online with PlayStation 4.
- You need to purchase a Xbox Live Gold subscription to play online with Xbox One or Xbox Series X|S.
Livonia content provides a new new environment. Where all players try and survive for as long as possible.
It's important to set up your accounts and devices appropriately. More information is on our Financial Resources page.
Game Details
Release Date: 13/12/2018, updated in 2019
Price: 50% Off
Out Now: PC, PS4, Xbox One and Xbox X|S
Skill Rating: 14+ year-olds
Players: 60 online
Genres: Adventure, Shooting (Action, Collecting, Creative, Simulation and Traversal)
Accessibility: 6 features
Components: 3D Third-Person, Day and Night, Open World, Persistant World and Weather
Developer: Bohemia Interact (@BohemiaInteract)
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