Project Zomboid is not just a game that has been supported by its original developer for years – the modding community is also huge! The zombie survival title offers plenty of options to easily integrate mods into the game, unlocking new aspects. Today, we want to take a closer look at the best mods that enrich the game and make some things significantly more pleasant.
How to Install Mods in Project Zomboid
Unlike other games, you don’t need to use additional websites or programs to install mods for Project Zomboid. Everything is done through the Steam Workshop, which is super simple!
- Navigate to the game’s Workshop and search for the mods you want to install. You can use various search parameters, search directly by name, or use our following list. Then, simply click on “Subscribe” and the mod will be downloaded!
- In the game, you need to enable your downloaded mods. Go to the “Mods” menu and activate the mods you currently want to use. You can also deactivate them here but keep them subscribed in the Steam Workshop.
- When you start a new game, all activated mods will be automatically added. However, you can also set them individually if you wish.
- You can add mods to an existing save game as long as they are compatible. Click on “Load” and then “More…” in the lower right corner, and then you can add your desired mods via “Choose Mods…”.
Note: Ensure that the mods are compatible with the correct version of your game. Depending on whether you are playing with Build 41 or 42, different mods may be applicable.
Using Mods for Multiplayer Servers
Of course, you can also install mods on a server to play together with your friends. We already have a separate guide for this. Search for the ModID and WorkshopID and add these to the server’s settings. This way, everyone logging in will have the same mods installed, avoiding compatibility issues.
The Top 10 Mods for Project Zomboid at a Glance
Mod Options: Enhanced Game Customisation
A simple yet very effective mod for your gameplay. It gives you the ability to make various settings in the options. These are not available for every extension but can ease the gameplay in an emergency. The mod options can be found on the far right in the upper bar when you are in the settings.
Has Been Read: Reading Progress Overview
Reading books is surely enjoyable for anyone playing Project Zomboid. However, it’s easy to lose track of what you’ve already read. This small mod helps by providing specific indicators in the inventory, so you always know what you still need to read. It also works for found maps, brochures, and other reading material.
- Red Question Mark: You have never read this book.
- Yellow Exclamation Mark: You have started reading this book but haven’t finished it.
- Normal Icon: The book has already been read.
Clear Description for Moodles: Better Status Information
If you’re looking for a little more guidance for your moodles on the right edge, then this mod is perfect for you. Hovering over them with the mouse will display the exact status effects. This allows you to better assess dangers and take care of your character at the right moment.
Plain Moodles: More Precise Display
In combination with the previous mod, you should also use Plain Moodles. Although Project Zomboid itself uses various indicators like colours or smileys, the degree of status effects is not always easy to gauge. This mod adds a small bar from 1 to 4 to indicate the “severity” of the moodle. With the descriptions from the previous mod, you are well prepared for any situation!
Better Sorting: Organised Inventory Management
The item categories in the vanilla game aren’t necessarily helpful for sorting your inventory. With this mod, all items are reclassified and can now be found in subcategories. Food can now be perishable, non-perishable, or a drink. Clothing is assigned to the corresponding body part. Reading material is divided into learning and entertainment. This makes the inventory much more organised and is essentially a must-have mod for every Project Zomboid player!
Equipment UI: Your Character in Detail
To make your inventory even more organised, we also recommend this mod. It allows you to dress your character using a figure in the menu and equip them with appropriate tools or weapons. Everything can be worn with drag-and-drop, which is extremely practical! You can also see which pieces of clothing you are wearing over each other. With our first presented mod, you can also set that the equipped items disappear from your regular inventory, taking up less visual space.
Common Sense: More Realistic Game Mechanics
This mod is for those who find some things in the original game somewhat illogical. It adds small “Quality of Life” aspects that make gameplay more realistic. After all, you should be able to open doors and cars with a crowbar or use alcohol to disinfect your wounds and bandages. Your common sense didn’t vanish with the zombie apocalypse!
Mini Health Panel: Quick Overview of Your Health
In Project Zomboid, you will get injured sooner or later – and then you need to react in seconds. With this mod, your small figure is always displayed in the bottom left corner where you can directly see and treat your injuries. It is much more immersive than the regular character menu and can save your life in an emergency!
Replace Bandage: Quick Bandage Change
To treat your wounds even faster, you should also install this mod. It ensures that the removal and reapplication of your bandage on a wound is automatically executed consecutively. Otherwise, you might bleed out!
Proximity Inventory: More Convenient Looting
Finally, a mod for everyone tired of rummaging through all the shelves or zombies. This mod combines all the containers you can currently access into a global menu. This way, you no longer need to look into every single drawer, but have everything at a glance.
Conclusion
Mods greatly enrich the gameplay of Project Zomboid and can balance out the small inconsistencies of the regular game. With the Steam Workshop and a wonderful community, there is also plenty of choice. You can also rent a Project Zomboid server from us and install mods for all your friends! We have mainly focused on “Quality of Life” mods, but there are also ones that turn the entire game upside down. Feel free to browse the Workshop and try out some of the modifications.
