Infestation: The New Beginning CD Key

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Most reviews describe Infestation: The New Beginning as a nostalgic open-world zombie survival game that has declined due to hackers, scams, and lack of support. A common theme is abandonment and a shrinking player base, with many calling it a pay-to-win cash grab and repeatedly renaming the game. Some players still recall past experiences with friends and log in for brief moments of PvP, but the overall sentiment is negative. The game is generally not recommended in its current state.

Last updated: 2026-03-08

Most Mentioned Advantages

• Nostalgia for older WarZ/Infestation versions (4 mentions) - Many reviewers express nostalgia for WarZ and the early Infestation Survivors Stories. They describe tense survival moments and the thrill of early open-world exploration from the past. Some feel the game was better before it was renamed and monetized, and they still revisit it for memories. This nostalgia makes some players willing to return despite current flaws.
• Free-to-play access (2 mentions) - Infestation: The New Beginning is repeatedly described as free to play, which means new players can try it without paying upfront. This accessibility allows people to see the game's open world and basic mechanics before deciding to invest. Some reviews mention this benefit in the context of its overall poor state, noting that the free access reduces the risk of trying something with little to lose. However, the free-to-play model is not considered a reason to endure the game's other problems.
• Playing with friends can be enjoyable (2 mentions) - Some players report fun times playing with friends, including shared PvP moments and casual play. They recall nostalgia when playing with others and social experiences. These experiences are mentioned as a positive aspect of the game, offering social interaction and nostalgia. Yet these moments are overshadowed by hackers, server issues, and other problems.
• Weapon variety and loot variety (2 mentions) - One positive review highlights a big variety of weapons and attachments, allowing diverse loadouts. Other players note that there is loot to find, which fuels scavenging and exploration. The sense of upgrading and experimenting with gear is acknowledged, though some say loot balance is off.

Most Mentioned Disadvantages

• Widespread hackers and cheaters ruin gameplay (12 mentions) - Cheaters and hackers are repeatedly mentioned as a major problem across many reviews. Players describe encounters with aimbots, speed hacks, macros, and ineffective anti-cheat. The high level of cheating makes PvP frustrating and unbalanced. Several reviewers call the game a 'hackers playground' and a scam due to the cheating culture.
• Abandoned or dead playerbase and servers (6 mentions) - Reviews describe the game as abandoned with a shrinking player base and empty servers. Players report long delays finding matches or not finding anyone online. The game is often described as dead and not worth playing.
• Bugs, lag, and technical problems (5 mentions) - Numerous reviews report bugs, lag, long load times, desync, and poor performance. Players describe desync and unstable servers, and the engine is perceived as outdated and unreliable. These issues hinder the overall experience.
• Pay-to-win and monetization concerns (4 mentions) - Pay-to-win mechanics and premium accounts are criticized. Microtransactions and monetization give unfair advantages. The monetization approach is described as a cash grab rather than fair survival.
• Repeated renaming and perceived scams / mismanagement (3 mentions) - Many reviews mention repeated renaming of the game (WarZ, Infestation, NewZ, The New Beginning) and accuse developers of scams or mismanagement. Several players call the title a cash grab or scam because of price changes and monetization. The branding confusion is seen as erosion of trust.

Compared Games

• WarZ (The War Z) / Infestation Survivors Stories (8 mentions) - Reviews compare Infestation: The New Beginning to WarZ, noting it as a renamed and rebranded game with ongoing controversy and nostalgia.
• NewZ / Infestation: The New Beginning (5 mentions) - Reviews describe Infestation: The New Beginning as a continuation or re-release of The WarZ/NewZ with similar issues.
• DayZ (4 mentions) - Several reviewers compare Infestation: The New Beginning to DayZ, as a similar open-world zombie survival experience with rough edges.