Turn Gilbert into a playable map with Zombie Scavengers’ hour-long urban survival game. Use an app, follow clues, solve challenges and rack up points while a remote host cheers you on.
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The sun presses down on Gilbert’s wide streets as your team huddles over a phone, map pins and a list of oddly specific survival items pulsing on the screen. You start near a park bench, the city humming around you—shopfronts, palm trunks, and the occasional shade of a lone cottonwood daring you to slow down. The app chirps; a remote host is online, watching your progress like an invisible teammate.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Light walking and short bursts of running; suitable for most fitness levels
Wildlife
History
Gilbert grew from 20th-century cotton and citrus farms into a Phoenix-area suburb; remnants of its agricultural grid are still visible in its wide, walkable blocks.
Conservation
Stick to public spaces and pack out trash—water is scarce in the Sonoran Desert, so respect local irrigation projects and wildlife habitats.
Reserve your spot on the Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Gilbert by Zombie Scavengers today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Keep your phone charged
This is an app-driven game—bring a fully charged phone or a portable battery to avoid interruptions.
Beat the heat
Schedule early morning or late afternoon sessions in summer—Gilbert’s sun can make midday walking uncomfortable.
Hydrate and snack
Carry a refillable bottle and a light snack; short bursts of walking and sprinting deplete energy quickly.
Plan your route
Skim the app map at the start to cluster nearby items and reduce backtracking for a higher score.
Smartphone with charged battery
Required to access the game app, challenges and leaderboard.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides traction and support for city sidewalks and quick sprints.
Refillable water bottle
Staying hydrated is crucial, especially during warm months.
summer
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Gilbert’s sun is intense; protect skin and eyes during daytime games.
summer