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Plants vs. Zombies 2 (It's About Time) is a free-to-play tower defense game developed by PopCap Games and published by Electronic Arts. Released in 2013, it is the sequel to the original Plants vs. Zombies and has been downloaded over 200 million times.
Gameplay Overview
- Players defend their lawn from waves of zombies by strategically placing plants with unique abilities on a five-row grid.
- The game introduces a time-travel theme, taking players through various historical periods such as Ancient Egypt, the Pirate Seas, the Wild West, and more.
- Players collect "sun" currency to plant defenses and use "Plant Food" to temporarily boost plants' abilities, adding a tactical layer to gameplay.
Key Features
- Time-Travel Worlds: Includes 11 worlds with over 300 levels, ranging from Mesoamerica to the Far Future. Each world introduces unique plants and zombies.
- Plant Food Mechanic: A new power-up that enhances plant abilities for a short time, such as rapid attacks or increased sun production.
- Arena Mode: Players compete against others for high scores in unique challenges, earning rewards like coins and piñatas.
- Daily Events and Mini-Games: Includes daily Piñata Party events and endless challenge zones for replayability.
Notable Plants and Zombies
- Unique plants like Lava Guava and Laser Bean join classics like Sunflower and Peashooter.
- Zombies include themed enemies such as Pharaoh Zombies in Ancient Egypt and Jetpack Zombies in futuristic levels.
Monetization
The game is free-to-play but includes optional in-app purchases for items like Plant Food, Seed Packets to upgrade plants, and other enhancements.
With its engaging mechanics, diverse worlds, and humorous presentation, Plants vs. Zombies 2 remains a popular entry in the franchise.