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Generation Zero®

Generation Zero is a stealth-action shooter where you wage guerilla warfare against lethal mechanical enemies. Explore a vast open world map inspired by the Swedish Cold War era, take part in the resistance alone or with up to three friends in seamless co-op.

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Release
March 26, 2019
7 years and 131 days ago
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Mostly Positive42,066 reviews72.0%

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Avalanche Studios is owned by major media company Nordisk Film.
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Avalanche Studios is owned by major media company Nordisk Film.
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Avalanche Studios provides the corporate publishing relationship for this release.
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About the Game

Generation Zero is set in the familiar but hostile open world of Östertörn, Sweden. Your once peaceful home has now been overrun by mysterious, deadly machine enemies. You must choose your battles wisely as you engage in adrenaline-pumping guerilla combat against the mechanical forces.

Explore a Hostile Open World

Explore a huge map inspired by the Swedish Cold War era where danger lurks on every street, in every patch of forest and deep inside every bunker.

Wage Guerilla Warfare

Engage in tense battles against sophisticated and deadly machines. Take them on solo or together with up to three friends. Can you outsmart a relentless enemy designed to hunt you down?

Grow Stronger

Grow stronger as you gain experience fighting back against the machines. Scavenge parts from your fallen enemies and use them to craft equipment, weapons and ammunition. Build and fortify your own bases across the island and start taking back your home!

Uncover the Mystery Behind the Machines

Discover the truth behind what really happened to the region of Östertörn.