Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare is an online only, class-based, third-person shooter with a tongue in cheek approach to modern day shooters. It refers to the Modern Warfare series . While the game takes place in the Plants vs. Zombies universe , it vastly diverges from the tower defense genre and puts players in the shoes (or roots) of either zombies or plants in all out warfare.
The game's storyline revolves around a rivalry between the Plant and Zombie factions, with each side trying to outdo the other. The game's world is filled with a variety of environments, from lush gardens to zombie-infested cities.
Players can unlock different classes and abilities by completing games and challenges, earning coins to buy card packs that can be opened to unlock these abilities and classes. There are also A.I. reinforcements that players can summon in certain modes, as well as new costume pieces used to customize the plant/zombie.
The game features various modes, including 4-player co-op mode called Garden Ops, competitive modes such as Welcome Mat, Team Vanquish, Gardens & Graveyards, Classic Team Vanquish, and Classic Gardens & Graveyards. Later updates brought new class variations and maps as well as other game modes.
There are also various challenges and events that players can participate in to earn rewards and bragging rights. The game requires an online connection to play, with Xbox 360 and Xbox One owners needing a Gold Membership to access the game, and PC players requiring an Origin account through EA to play.
The game's competitive modes allow for fast-paced action and strategic teamplay, while the co-op mode provides a fun and relaxing experience for players who want to team up with friends or strangers.