Dead Rising 4 marks the return of photojournalist Frank West to Willamette, Colorado, 16 years after the original outbreak. This guide highlights essential strategies and tips to help you survive the festive—but deadly—holiday outbreak.

: Saving survivors and clearing shelters unlocks vendors who sell powerful maps, weapons, and training manuals. Combat & Crafting

Unlike previous entries, Dead Rising 4 in the main story mode. You can explore the Willamette Memorial Megaplex and the surrounding town at your own pace.