: Zombie bites can infect the player. Zombies (HNZ-infected) track you by sight, sound, and smell.
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: Battle Rifles (semi-auto) are efficient for incoming zombies that have spotted you but are still a fair distance away. Close Range : Use a shotgun for immediate threats. Base Building and Looting : Zombie bites can infect the player
: Weather affects zombie senses. Zombies see poorly at night and hear poorly during thunderstorms. Combat and Weaponry The Dead Linger
Choosing the right weapon for the situation is critical for staying alive.
: Killed zombies have a small ~2% chance of dropping a random item.