"Plants Vs Zombies Celebrates 16th Anniversary"

It's hard to believe that it's been 16 years since the iconic mobile series, Plants vs Zombies, first burst onto the scene. As we celebrate this milestone, it's the perfect time to reflect on how this classic has evolved over the years. From its origins with Popcap Games in the late 2000s to its expansion beyond mobile platforms, Plants vs Zombies has solidified its status as a gaming icon.

The journey began with the original Plants vs Zombies on desktop in 2009, crafted by Popcap Games. The game's transition to mobile in 2010 and the adoption of a free-to-play model were pivotal moves that catapulted PvZ to global fame. In 2012, Electronic Arts (EA) acquired Popcap, steering the focus heavily towards mobile gaming. Despite some challenges, including layoffs, the franchise continued to thrive, particularly with the launch of Plants vs Zombies 2: It's About Time in 2013, which cemented PvZ's place as a mobile gaming staple.

EA's vision for Plants vs Zombies extended beyond mobile, aiming to make it a cornerstone of console gaming as well. Titles like Plants vs Zombies: Garden Warfare and Plants vs Zombies: Battle for Neighborville introduced a third-person shooter style that, while a departure from the original tower defense gameplay, received mixed reactions from the gaming community.

Currently, anticipation builds for Plants vs Zombies 3: Welcome to Zomburbia, which has been in development since 2020. After a major overhaul, the game was taken offline from its soft launch, promising a return to the series' roots with a fresh art style and the beloved tower defense mechanics that fans crave.

As we await the next chapter in the PvZ saga, the hunger for a return to form is palpable among fans. If you're eager to explore more in the genre that Plants vs Zombies helped popularize on mobile, don't miss our curated list of the top 25 best tower defense games available on iOS and Android.