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🧟 World War Z: Aftermath Guide

Master the zombie apocalypse — classes, weapons, builds, and strategies for every mode.

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Classes
30+
Weapons
60+
Maps
1000+
Perks

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New Player?

Comprehensive beginner walkthrough

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Classes & Builds

Find your perfect playstyle

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Special Zombies

Counter every special infected

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Weapons

Every weapon & upgrade path

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Missions & Maps

Walkthroughs & breach charges

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Mutators

Custom modifiers & combos

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Endgame

Horde mode strategies

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FAQ

Quick answers to common questions

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🎯 Choose Your Class

Support: Medic · Fixer · Dronemaster  |  Damage: Gunslinger · Exterminator · Hellraiser  |  Tank: Slasher · Vanguard

🎒 Beginner Loadout Recommendations

ClassPrimary / SecondaryEquipmentPerk Focus
MedicSMG or Carbine / PistolStun or SmokeMedkit power, revive speed
FixerAR or Battle Rifle / PistolBarbed WireAmmo supply, utility uptime
GunslingerAR or Carbine / PistolFrag or StunRecoil control, weak-spot dmg
ExterminatorSMG or Shotgun / PistolMolotovsFire area/duration
SlasherShotgun or SMG / PistolStunMelee damage, mitigation
HellraiserCarbine or DMR / PistolFragExplosive dmg, self-dmg reduction
DronemasterAR or SMG / PistolDrone StunsDrone uptime, support
VanguardSMG or Shotgun / PistolBarbed WireShield durability, team mitigation

🎮 PlayStation vs Xbox Controls

Same actions, different labels

  • Triggers: RT/R2, LT/L2, RB/R1, LB/L1
  • Face: Y/△ (swap), X/□ (reload), B/◯ (crouch), A/✕ (jump)
  • Sticks: LS/L3 (sprint), RS/R3 (melee)

Menu buttons

  • Xbox: View / Menu
  • PlayStation: Share / Options

All guidance lists both button names where relevant.

📖 Glossary (spoiler-light)

Supplies (yellow)

General currency for upgrades, perks, and Horde purchases.

Challenge Coins (blue)

From challenges & harder clears — cosmetics & select unlocks.

Virus Samples

Carryable items that boost end-of-mission rewards.

Horde Mode XL

Endless wave mode. Spend smart, assign lanes, plan emergency buys.

Specials

Unique infected: Bull, Gasbag, Lurker, Screamer.

Choke

Defensible position where you funnel hordes through slows & fire.

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