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Dawn of the Zeds: Designer Edition

Dawn of the Zeds: Designer Edition

2026·Hermann Luttmann

Videos
8
Creators
4

Mainly how-to-play and unboxings. Dawn of the Zeds: Designer Edition is covered on BoardGameVideo.com by 1 reviews, 3 how-to-play guides, 1 recorded sessions, 2 unboxings, and 1 other video.

1 - 4 players
60 - 120 min

From BoardGameGeek

The world you knew is gone. Don't look now, but the dead are marching. A deadly virus has turned ordinary people into vicious, zombie-like killers - the Zeds. They are now converging on your isolated hometown of Farmingdale. The National Guard is fighting its way to you, but you're alone, cut off, and the horde arrives now. This isn't a game of simply surviving; it's a desperate fight to become the hope of all humankind. The Defense of Farmingdale In Dawn of the Zeds: Designer's Edition', you must coordinate and deploy the best defense possible across the town and its surrounding villages. As the Zeds advance along multiple, distinct avenues of approach, you'll depend on the bravery of ordinary citizens, who - with the right leadership - can emerge as stalwart heroes. Your goal is two-fold: Hold the Line: Halt the Zeds' advance by "re-killing" them before they breach the crucial Town Center. Find the Cure: Research, discover, and implement a cure for the vile scourge that drives these monsters, thus helping save the remnants of humanity before it's too late. Every decision is a test of skill and nerve. Can you fight off the waves of Zeds while also protecting the townspeople? Will you survive long enough to unearth the cure? In this apocalyptic fever dream, the nightmare ends only with you being either a savior... or merely another zombie snack. What's New in the Designer's Edition? Dawn of the Zeds: Designer's Edition is a solitaire and cooperative survival horror game heavily influenced by the iconic States of Siege series. This new edition is a re-imagining of the first and second editions, serving as a comprehensive renewal of the franchise: Updated Mechanics: The game design has been re-engineered for a quicker, smoother, and more accessible experience. One Rulebook: All rules are consolidated into a single, concise book, making it easier for both new and returning players. New Content: Most of the original characters and events are back, alongside a sprinkling of brand-new heroes, units, events, and modes of play. Uncompromised Horror: This edition maintains the deep horror narrative, thematic events, and engaging fun that made the Dawn of the Zeds franchise a classic. The traditional horror mood is alive and well ... errr, I mean ... undead and not-so-well. -description from the publisher

Dawn of the Zeds: Designer Edition

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Dawn of the Zeds Designer Edition - What's New With Components - with Hermann Luttmann6:33

Dawn of the Zeds Designer Edition - What's New With Components - with Hermann Luttmann

Blue Panther Games

Blue Panther Games

Review

Dawn of the Zeds: Designer Edition preview play and impressions - One Stop Co-Op Shop52:26

Dawn of the Zeds: Designer Edition preview play and impressions - One Stop Co-Op Shop

One Stop Co-op Shop

One Stop Co-op Shop

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Dawn of the Zeds Gameplay Overview | Solo Zombie Wargame | Designer Edition34:44

Dawn of the Zeds Gameplay Overview | Solo Zombie Wargame | Designer Edition

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Which Dawn of the Zeds: Designer Edition video should I watch?

Dawn of the Zeds: Designer Edition has 8 videos from 4 creators: 1 review, 3 how-to-play guides, 1 playthrough, 2 unboxings and 1 other video. They date from May to September 2026.

To learn the rules, start with "Dawn of the Zeds Designer Edition - What's New With Components - with Hermann Luttmann" by Blue Panther Games, which runs 7 min.

For an opinion before you buy, start with "Dawn of the Zeds: Designer Edition preview play and impressions - One Stop Co-Op Shop" by One Stop Co-op Shop. To see it played, watch "Dawn of the Zeds Gameplay Overview | Solo Zombie Wargame | Designer Edition" by Zilla Blitz.

If you like it, try Dawn of the Zeds (Third Edition), The Plum Island Horror, A Most Fearful Sacrifice: The Three Days of Gettysburg and Crowbar! The Rangers at Pointe Du Hoc, also by Hermann Luttmann.

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Dawn of the Zeds: Designer Edition preview play and impressions - One Stop Co-Op ShopReview52:26

Dawn of the Zeds: Designer Edition preview play and impressions - One Stop Co-Op Shop

One Stop Co-op Shop

One Stop Co-op Shop

Unboxing Dawn of the Zeds Designer Edition with Hermann LuttmannUnboxing6:47

Unboxing Dawn of the Zeds Designer Edition with Hermann Luttmann

Blue Panther Games

Blue Panther Games

Dawn of the Zeds Designer Edition - What's New With Components - with Hermann LuttmannHow to play6:33

Dawn of the Zeds Designer Edition - What's New With Components - with Hermann Luttmann

Blue Panther Games

Blue Panther Games

Designer Interview | Hermann Luttmann | The Players' AidInterview11:28

Designer Interview | Hermann Luttmann | The Players' Aid

The Players Aid

The Players Aid

Unboxing the FINAL Version of Dawn of the ZedsUnboxing9:23

Unboxing the FINAL Version of Dawn of the Zeds

Blue Panther Games

Blue Panther Games

Playing a Turn in Dawn of the Zeds w/ Hermann LuttmannHow to play29:14

Playing a Turn in Dawn of the Zeds w/ Hermann Luttmann

Blue Panther Games

Blue Panther Games

Setting Up the First Turn in Dawn of the Zeds w/ Hermann LuttmannHow to play6:59

Setting Up the First Turn in Dawn of the Zeds w/ Hermann Luttmann

Blue Panther Games

Blue Panther Games

Dawn of the Zeds Gameplay Overview | Solo Zombie Wargame | Designer EditionPlaythrough34:44

Dawn of the Zeds Gameplay Overview | Solo Zombie Wargame | Designer Edition

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About Dawn of the Zeds: Designer Edition

From BoardGameGeek:

The world you knew is gone. Don't look now, but the dead are marching. A deadly virus has turned ordinary people into vicious, zombie-like killers - the Zeds. They are now converging on your isolated hometown of Farmingdale. The National Guard is fighting its way to you, but you're alone, cut off, and the horde arrives now. This isn't a game of simply surviving; it's a desperate fight to become the hope of all humankind. The Defense of Farmingdale In Dawn of the Zeds: Designer's Edition', you must coordinate and deploy the best defense possible across the town and its surrounding villages. As the Zeds advance along multiple, distinct avenues of approach, you'll depend on the bravery of ordinary citizens, who - with the right leadership - can emerge as stalwart heroes. Your goal is two-fold: Hold the Line: Halt the Zeds' advance by "re-killing" them before they breach the crucial Town Center. Find the Cure: Research, discover, and implement a cure for the vile scourge that drives these monsters, thus helping save the remnants of humanity before it's too late. Every decision is a test of skill and nerve. Can you fight off the waves of Zeds while also protecting the townspeople? Will you survive long enough to unearth the cure? In this apocalyptic fever dream, the nightmare ends only with you being either a savior... or merely another zombie snack. What's New in the Designer's Edition? Dawn of the Zeds: Designer's Edition is a solitaire and cooperative survival horror game heavily influenced by the iconic States of Siege series. This new edition is a re-imagining of the first and second editions, serving as a comprehensive renewal of the franchise: Updated Mechanics: The game design has been re-engineered for a quicker, smoother, and more accessible experience. One Rulebook: All rules are consolidated into a single, concise book, making it easier for both new and returning players. New Content: Most of the original characters and events are back, alongside a sprinkling of brand-new heroes, units, events, and modes of play. Uncompromised Horror: This edition maintains the deep horror narrative, thematic events, and engaging fun that made the Dawn of the Zeds franchise a classic. The traditional horror mood is alive and well ... errr, I mean ... undead and not-so-well. -description from the publisher

Designer

Hermann Luttmann

Artists

Tim Allen, Riccardo D'Ariano, Blackwell Hird, Christian Quinot

Publisher

Blue Panther

Categories

HorrorZombies

Mechanics

Card-DrivenCooperative GameSolo / Solitaire Game
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