Stick World Z is a newly-released tower defence that\'s a Flash throwback, out now on iOS and Android

Stick World Z: Zombie War TD brings They Are Billions-style zombie action to mobile devices. Build your fortress, recruit troops, and prepare for endless waves of undead. Experience a campaign mode and constantly escalating challenges.

In the nostalgic realm of Adobe Flash games, stick figures and zombies were perennial favorites. Stick World Z: Zombie War cleverly combines these elements.

Think of Stick World Z as a charming, mobile-friendly take on They Are Billions, albeit with less graphically intense hordes. While it may lack the visual fidelity of its PC counterpart, its gameplay is surprisingly engaging.

Stick World Z offers a comprehensive feature set: base building, troop recruitment, fortification placement, and a constantly evolving threat. Expect to face increasingly challenging zombie types.

Fetch me their souls

The game also boasts a storyline and numerous upgrade options. While it might not dethrone established zombie defense titles, Stick World Z is a competent and well-crafted addition to the genre.

The game’s existence highlights the surprising debt mobile gaming owes to Flash games, both in terms of subject matter (stick figures and zombies) and gameplay mechanics.

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