In this case, players will be able to use Alexa Game Control to help them navigate through LA (or Hell A, as the Dead Island 2 team has branded it) by saying things such as “where is the nearest workbench”. What holds the most potential for fun, perhaps, is that this new feature will allow Dead Island 2 players to “manipulate zombie hordes” by saying “Hey zombie” into the mic. To be honest, I am not sure what you would say to the zombie after getting its attention, though. Do zombies even know fear? If you were to try and do that trick used for bears where you make yourself as large as possible while making a racket, would that scare them off? Could you manipulate your advancing zombies with a ‘carrot on a stick’ and offer it up something else to chow down on while you make your break for freedom? So many questions. Here is what Steve Bernstrin, director of Alexa Games, had to say on the matter: “Gamers will enjoy a more immersive gaming experience by using their voice to goad zombies, ask for help, activate special abilities during combat, and more, without having to say ‘Alexa,’ use an Echo device, or purchase any special hardware.” Meanwhile, for more on Dead Island 2, check out Ian’s interview with developers David Stenton and James Worral, where they talk more about their new and improved version of the game.
