Project Zomboid
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Project Zomboid finally has working ladders and useful crowbars, as its developer begins a new era for updates
The Indie Stone has released a new update for Project Zomboid, introducing functional ladders and allowing crowbars to be used for their intended purpose, such as opening locked doors and windows. This update also signifies a shift in the developer's update strategy, moving towards a 'pre-release' branch for testing before stable builds, aiming for shorter testing periods.
Project Zomboid dev warns its popular new first-person mods aren't officially supported, so use at your own risk
The Indie Stone, developer of Project Zomboid, has issued a statement clarifying that while they encourage community mods, first-person perspective mods built with Java are not officially supported due to security and stability risks. These mods, unlike Lua-based ones, require a higher level of trust as they can make fundamental changes to the game's code and are prone to breaking with updates.
Project Zomboid is "trying to move faster" as a new update fixes vanishing zombie hordes
The Indie Stone has released Project Zomboid build 42.21, an update addressing numerous bugs and introducing gameplay improvements. Key fixes include resolving vanishing and duplicating zombie hordes in multiplayer, enhancing visual cutaways for trees, and expanding the anti-cheat system. The developer aims to accelerate the rollout of stable updates by using the unstable branch for broader testing and feedback.
Steam game disables mods after facing its second Workshop malware outbreak this year
Studio Minus has disabled Steam Workshop support for People Playground after a second malware outbreak this year, with the latest malicious mod reportedly hijacking Steam accounts and destroying game files. The developer has released a build that prevents mods from running and stated that Workshop support may never return. This incident highlights ongoing security concerns with Steam Workshop, following similar malware outbreaks in Project Zomboid, Wallpaper Engine, and Meccha Chameleon.
Ambitious new Project Zomboid mod fills the world with simulated NPC factions, inspired by Stalker
A new Project Zomboid mod, Project A-Life, has been released on Steam Workshop, transforming the zombie survival game with simulated NPC factions inspired by the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. series. This mod aims to create a persistent, living world where NPCs explore, scavenge, and engage in complex behaviors independently of the player, enhancing the simulation aspect of the game.
The Best Game & Software Key Deals on G2A.COM – September 2026
G2A.COM is offering discounts on various PC games and software keys for September 2026. Featured game deals include 'No More Room In Hell 2', 'Onimusha: Way of the Sword', and 'Project Zomboid'. Non-gaming software deals include Canva, Microsoft Windows 11 Home, and Adobe Creative Cloud.
Games worth looking at in the Steam PvE Survival Crafting Fest
The Steam PvE Survival Crafting Fest highlights numerous games in the genre, featuring demos, discounts, and release windows. Notable titles include the highly-rated Early Access game Abiotic Factor, the space-train adventure Breathedge 2, and the upcoming 1.0 release of Valheim. Other recommended games with recent updates or significant discounts are Voidtrain, Len's Island, Aska, Planet Crafter, Project Zomboid, Once Human, and Palworld.
Gamezebo At Gamescom 2026 – Indie Spotlights and Highlights!
This article highlights several promising indie games showcased at Gamescom 2026, including the survival sandbox God Save Birmingham, the atmospheric visual novel Rain98, and the cozy farming sim Delphinium. Other featured titles include the roguelike deckbuilder Reply All, psychological horror Fractured Blooms, bullet hell Deesicks, habitat restoration sim The Regreening, and the poetry experience Oku, all presented by developer Byterockers.
Steam Week in Review: Here are the top 10 most popular genres on Steam
A new report analyzing Steam revenue data reveals that sandbox games have the highest 'hit rate,' meaning the largest percentage of games within the genre earn over $100,000. First-person shooters, RPGs, and simulation games also show strong performance. The study used the Boxleiter method to estimate sales based on review counts.
"Stardew Valley coziness" and "post-apocalyptic survival" aren't words you usually see together, but this indie game insists you'll brave zombie hordes and feel chill doing it
The indie game In the Van, developed by Cosmic Tofu, blends cozy gameplay elements with post-apocalyptic survival, allowing players to customize a mobile van base while scavenging and fending off zombies. The game aims to offer a more relaxing take on the survival genre, drawing comparisons to Stardew Valley and Project Zomboid. A closed playtest is planned for the near future, though a release date has not yet been announced.
Project Zomboid Build 42.20 takes its player count to a new all-time peak
Project Zomboid's latest update, Build 42.20, has propelled the game to a new all-time player count peak of over 121,000 concurrent players. This surge is attributed to significant additions in building content and a revamped map featuring detailed environmental storytelling and unique locations. The update enhances the survival simulation experience, offering more opportunities for multiplayer interactions and community engagement.
Engagement Ring
Project Zomboid, a game that has been in early access for a long time, has set a new record for concurrent players. This surge in players occurred following the release of a significant map update for the PC version of the game.
Perennial early access game Project Zomboid hit a new concurrent player record after a huge map update added reworked towns, a spooky orphanage and '400 procedural basements'
Project Zomboid has set a new concurrent player record on Steam following the release of its major build 42.20 update. This update overhauls Knox County with reworked towns, a doubled map size, new locations like an orphanage and prison, and adds 400 procedural basements. The game's price has also increased to $25.
Project Zomboid soars to a new Steam high after 19-month wait for an update, but its dev won't rush the next one
Project Zomboid has reached a new all-time peak of 105,786 concurrent players on Steam following the stable release of its massive Build 42 update. Despite the surge in popularity after a 19-month wait for the update, Design Director Christian Allen stated the team will not rush the next major update, emphasizing quality over speed.
Project Zomboid's biggest update is here, so I gave my incompatible save the apocalyptic send-off it deserved
The Indie Stone has released Build 42 for Project Zomboid, introducing features like animals and basements, though save files from previous versions are incompatible. The article details the author's experience with the beta branch and a final, chaotic send-off run into Louisville with friends before the official update launched on July 29.
Still in Steam early access after 13 years, zombie survival RPG Project Zomboid gets a price increase as devs roll out…
The Indie Stone has announced a price increase for their zombie survival RPG, Project Zomboid, coinciding with the release of Build 42. The game, which has been in Steam Early Access for 13 years, will now cost $24.99/£22.49, up from $19.99/£16.75. Developers state this is a reasonable adjustment for the ongoing substantial upgrades and value provided.
Project Zomboid build 42 is finally here, and it adds animals, basements, and deeper crafting
Project Zomboid has released its "landmark" build 42 update, introducing a host of new features including animal husbandry, basements, corpse dragging, fishing improvements, and expanded crafting systems. The update also features a significantly reworked map, enhanced lighting, and deeper lore, aiming to provide players with more ways to achieve self-sufficiency in the zombie apocalypse. Build 42 is now available on PC, Mac, and Linux.
Roadmaps and Plans
The development team for Project Zomboid has outlined their plans for the upcoming Build 42, detailing the stable release strategy. This update focuses on the ongoing development roadmap for the game.
Morning Multiplex
This article provides brief updates on several games, including a deep dive trailer for Permafrost, a 2026 release window for Project Zomboid's "This is How I Died" update, a special preview for Sword of Convallaria's 2nd anniversary, and news about Total Chaos receiving a retro mode and new ending.
13 years on, unfinishable survival game Project Zomboid is getting a major update with an expanded Kentucky map, animal husbandry, and revised crafting
The Indie Stone announced that Project Zomboid's major Build 42 update will be released on July 29th. This update, two years in development, introduces animal husbandry, revised crafting and building systems, new map areas, and an improved lighting system. Existing saves from Build 41 will not be compatible with Build 42.
