SCUM – demonstrates the fate of sinners in the new world who have nothing to lose. They are sent to the island to amuse the public. Survival in the open world in a limited area: mountains, forests and fields, buildings and other attractions. Character creation begins with the appearance and first characteristics of skills. The focus is on shooting range and accuracy, strength in close combat or stealth. Gradually, indicators will improve depending on the events experienced. Zombies and weak enemies are running around the location; the police and military are more difficult, they are armored and dangerous. Crafting allows you to make initial, necessary items. A backpack for collecting loot, a knife for hunting or as a tool and primitive armor. Valuable things are scattered around the map at certain points, guarded by robots, direct contact with them is fatal, only stealth and tactical waiting to slip through. The chance of finding worthwhile items in the bunker is high, as is the chance of dying there. By finding a map and bypassing complex traps, you can actually get rich in the game.

To cheer up newcomers, surprises sometimes fall from the sky, some are quite good, sometimes useless rubbish. In addition to human enemies, nature itself is aggressive. A wolf, boar or bear will happily tear out a piece of meat. To survive in SCUM, you can set up a shelter, but this only partially increases your chances. A raid by a prepared clan will bring a lot of trouble. For reliable protection, you can scatter mines and keep the barrel ready. A machine gun or rifle is lethal for people, a helmet will save you from one or two bullets, catching an olive in your shirt is certain death. The mechanics of weather influence have also been well thought out. In extreme heat, and with full luggage, the body will begin to overheat and the speed of movement will drop, clothes wet from the rain will be heavier, and you will have to dry yourself by the fire. Your hair and beard are growing, it’s a good time to change your style. Transport will help you explore the entire area if you get a battery and gasoline. Whether there is a ticket home, who knows, here first try to save your life.