Project Zomboid is not just a game that’s been supported by its original developer for years — the modding community is also massive! The zombie survival title offers numerous options to easily integrate these 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 considerably more pleasant.
How to Install Mods in Project Zomboid
Unlike other games, you don’t need additional websites or programs to install your mods for Project Zomboid. Everything is done via the Steam Workshop, which is super easy!
- 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 you just need to click “Subscribe,” and the mod will be downloaded!
- In the game, you need to enable your downloaded mods. Go to the “Mods” menu and enable the mods you currently want to use. You can also deactivate them here but remain subscribed in the Steam Workshop.
- When you start a new game, all activated mods will be automatically added. You can also adjust them individually if you wish.
- You can also add mods to an existing save game, as long as they are compatible. Click “Load” and then “More…” in the bottom right corner, and then you can insert your desired mods via “Choose Mods…”.
Note: Ensure that the mods are for 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 with your friends. We have already prepared a separate guide. Search for the ModID and WorkshopID and insert them into the server settings. This ensures everyone logging in has the same mods installed, preventing compatibility issues.
Overview of the 10 Best Mods for Project Zomboid
Mod Options: Enhanced Game Customization
A simple yet very effective mod for your gameplay. It allows you to make various settings in the options. These are not available for every expansion but can ease gameplay in an emergency. The mod options can be found on the far right of the upper bar when you’re in the settings.
Has Been Read: Reading Progress Overview
Reading books is sure to be fun for anyone playing Project Zomboid. But you can quickly lose track of what you’ve already read. This small mod helps by providing specific indicators in your inventory, so you always know what you still need to read. It also works for found maps, brochures, and other reading materials.
- Red Question Mark: You have never read this book.
- Yellow Exclamation Mark: You have started reading this book but have not finished it.
- Normal Icon: The book has already been read.
Clear Description for Moodles: Better Status Information
If you are looking for more hints for your moodles on the right edge, this mod is perfect for you. When you hover over them with the mouse, the exact status effects are displayed. This allows you to better assess dangers and take care of your character at the right moment.
Plain Moodles: More Precise Display
Directly in combination with the previous mod, you should also use Plain Moodles. Even though Project Zomboid itself uses various indicators like colors or smileys, the degree of status effects is not always easy to assess. This mod provides an additional 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 emergencies!
Better Sorting: Organized Inventory Management
The item categories in the vanilla game are not necessarily helpful when it comes to sorting your inventory. With this mod, all items are newly classified and can now also 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 significantly tidier and is essentially a must-have mod for every Project Zomboid player!
Equipment UI: Your Character in Detail
To make your inventory even more organized, we also recommend this mod. It allows you to dress your character using a figure in the menu and equip them with corresponding tools or weapons. Everything can be worn via drag-and-drop, which is extremely practical! You can also see which clothing items 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 anyone who finds some things in the actual game a bit illogical. It adds small “quality of life” aspects that make the 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 hasn’t disappeared 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 lower left corner, where you can directly see and treat your injuries. This is much more immersive than the normal 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 simply ensures that the unwinding and reapplying of your bandage for a wound is executed automatically in succession. Otherwise, you might bleed out!
Proximity Inventory: More Convenient Looting
Finally, a mod for everyone who is tired of rummaging through all shelves or zombies. With this mod, all containers you can currently access are directly summarized in a global menu. This way, you no longer have to look into each individual dresser but have everything at a glance.
Conclusion
Mods significantly enrich the gameplay of Project Zomboid and can smooth 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 right away! We primarily focused on “quality of life” mods, but there are also ones that turn the entire game upside down. Feel free to browse through the workshop and try out some of the modifications.
