Win a Copy of Dead Island from Geekscape and ZomBCon!
ZomBcon and Geekscape are teaming up for the “Ultimate Zombie Survival Fan Contest” this August that starts today, August 22. Our friends at Deep Silver and Techland are giving-away (3) Copies of “Dead Island”, the most anticipated video game of 2011. Everyone else has to buy the game on September 6th (for Playstation 3, XBOX 360 and PC) but you can win yours here!
HOW DO YOU ENTER? It’s not going to be easy. You must battle hundreds of blood-thirsty Zombies wandering aimlessly around the Palms Resort and then make it off the island of Banoi, located off the coast of Papua New Guinea.
Still interested? Then share your story of survival and WIN! Write your very own original survival story in 200 words or less and submit them by Midnight PST on Sunday, September 4th using the following ideas as possible keys to you survival:
Possible Details to use in your Dead Island Story of Survival:
Your Backstory:
You have waited your entire life to getaway from it all, dip your feet in the sand and sip a few fruity cocktails while letting the rest just slip away for a two weeks vacation on the sandy beaches of Banoi. You arrived and checked into the Palms Resort, enjoyed a quiet dinner by the water and headed off to your room to retire for the evening.
SUDDENLY! You wake up to violent screams outside your window followed by gun shots in the distance. Noticing that your hotel room door is ajar, in the dark shadows you see a shambling body appearing… and it’s coming closer!
Asking “who’s there?” you’re met only by the friendly hotel bell hop running violently towards you!
Now you have exactly 10 seconds to react and make a decision for your survival before the charging Zombie eats you alive.
SURVIVAL SKILLS
(Share you Survival Skills in the Categories Below)
- WHICH CHARACTER FROM THE GAME DO YOU WANT AS YOUR TEAM MATE (See the players below)
- WHAT IS YOUR WEAPON OF CHOICE: If you don’t go on vacation with a gun or a knife, then don’t count on it to be there for you in this contest. This must be crafted out of the items inside your hotel room or inside a hotel with limited access.
- WHAT ITEMS DO YOU STUFF IN YOUR “BUG OUT BAG” (5 items max) This is assembled based on what you have in your hotel room and must be carried on your back.
- WHAT IS YOUR ESCAPE PLAN TO GET OFF THE ISLAND?
ASSEMBLE YOUR SURVIVAL TEAM
(Pick Two Players from the Four to get out alive.. and choose wisely )
- Xian Mei, an employee at the Royal Palms Resort. Born and raised in China, she chose an occupation that allowed her to leave her country of birth in order to experience different people and cultures. She is a fast learner, intelligent, and also-as a passionate sportswoman-quick on her feet. Having just arrived at Banoi Island, Xian Mei was responsible for myriad menial tasks at the hotel, before starting work as a receptionist. This opportunity to meet and greet all the different nationalities that visited the hotel was ideal for Xian Mei, as it provided a perfect source of inspiration for her dreams of travelling the globe.
- Sam B, a one-hit wonder rap star of fading fame. He was booked by the Royal Palms Resort to perform his well known song “Who Do You Voodoo?” at a high profile hotel party. He gladly took the chance to play this gig. Once strong, self-confident and proud, Sam B has had a troubled past and a history of drug and alcohol abuse, as his private life became caught in a haze of fake friends and bad advisors.
- Logan, a former NFL star, spoiled by life and successful in every possible way. Logan’s ego finally put an end to his bright future. Taking part in a reckless street race with tragic consequences, Logan not only killed a young woman-his unfortunate passenger-he also fractured his knee, putting an end to his sports career. His fall from stardom inevitably followed and he plunged swiftly into a life of bitterness and despair. In an attempt to get away from the demons hunting him, he gladly takes the chance to experience the beauties and wonders of Banoi Island.
- Purna is a former officer of the Sydney Police department. After losing her career when she killed a child molester who could not be touched legally because of his wealth and connections, Purna then turned to working as a bodyguard for VIPs in dangerous places all over the world. She is hired not just for her skills but her looks as wealthy men did not mind showing up with Purna on their arm.
So get planning! This Zombie Paradise isn’t going to survive itself!
Don’t forget to email your 200 word escape plan/story to DEADISLANDCONTEST@GMAIL.COM by Midnight PST on September 4th! And look for Dead Island on PS3, Xbox 360 and PC on September 6th!
