Paws Against the World
Welcome to Paws Against the World (PAW), where the last humans are gone, and it’s up to the animals to claw their way through hordes of relentless zombies. Think fast-paced, loot-grabbing action, but with a wild twist—play as cute critters fighting for survival.
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The humans are gone. The world has fallen to the undead, and only the animals remain. In a world overrun by zombies, nature’s fiercest survivors must rise up and fight back! In PAW, you and up to three friends take control of powerful animals, scavenge for upgrades, and battle against relentless zombie hordes in a fight for survival.
Survive, Defend, Evolve!
Choose Your Animal: Play as different animals, each with unique abilities and playstyles.
Scavenge & Upgrade – Collect loot and Essence from fallen zombies to power up your skills and abilities.
Unique Weaponry & Placeables: The game features quirky, animal-themed weapons like Banana Toss, Acorn Artillery, and placeable Sunflower Plant or Cactus.
Roll up the slot machines and see what you can get, and visit the friendly beaver shop!
How long can you last against an endless zombie onslaught? Protect vital strongholds from being overrun!
Permanent Progression: Leftover Essence can be spent in the Library, unlocking permanent upgrades that make each new run stronger than the last.
Multiplayer: Local Shared Screen Co-Op for up to 4 players
The fate of the world rests on paws, claws, and fangs. Fast, chaotic, and endlessly replayable, PAW is the ultimate test of survival instincts. Are you ready to take back the world?
