What changed in 7 Days to Die in 2024
324 updates · 20 main milestones · Jan 18, 2024 to Dec 10, 2024
- 59 eventsSolar Cells can no longer be scrappedbalance changeSteamHelmet light mod range decreasedbalance changeSteamFixed Excessive Animal Spawn Ratebug fix
Resolved the issue causing an excessive number of animals to spawn.
SteamUpdated Screamer soundsaudioSteamHUD Markers Flickering Positions Fixedbug fixAddressed the issue of flickering positions of HUD markers.
SteamVehicle manager respawning vehicles repeatedly fixedbug fixSteamCross platform block lists addednew contentSteamDrone inventory rollback issue fixedotherCan roll back as client while using drone healing mod.
SteamDrone can't heal player while on vehicle fixedotherSteamMoving animals appear almost invisible with certain FSR settings fixedotherSteamBiome zombie type spawner timer issue fixedbug fixSteamArrow LOD issue while zooming fixedbug fixSteamRe-enabled Game Version display in server browser for console clientsui uxSteamIron Gut perk not applying on login fixedbug fixSteamNew chicken model introducednew contentSteamFixed NREs from Mods Allowing Sales to Non-Trader Vendorsbug fixMods that allow selling to non-trader vendors no longer generate NREs when a trader entity is absent.
SteamRe-balanced biome entity spawner counts and delaysbalance changeSteamNew rabbit model introducednew contentSteamOptimized material cleanupperformanceSteamPrevent server password window from displaying virtual keyboard automaticallyui uxBlocks users from reading the dialog on some platforms.
SteamPrevented Automatic Display of Virtual Keyboard for Server Passwordbug fixFixed the issue where the server password window would automatically display the platform's virtual keyboard, obstructing the dialog.
SteamOptimized FindInChildrenperformanceSteamEnabled RWG menu items for consoleui uxSteamAdditional flame prefabs for burning Zombiesnew contentSteamServer not logging chat sender names fixedbug fixSteamOptimized object pooling and containersperformanceSteamAdded Fallback Particle Removals for Status Check Buffsbug fixImplemented fallback particle removals for bleeding and shock particles in status check player buff.
SteamNew vulture model introducednew contentSteamNRE and loss of controls when sign or storage crate is destroyed fixedbug fixSteamPrevented NRE When Clicking Trader Quest Turn-In Windowbug fixFixed the issue where spam clicking a trader to open the quest turn-in window would cause an NRE as a client.
SteamHUD markers flickering positions fixedotherSteamPlayer placed torches had a duplicate Audio Player fixedaudioSteamGrace is no longer zombie foodbalance changeSteamHordestone Twitch Event should not auto respawn fixedotherSteamFixed XML typo preventing DualSense trigger effect identificationotherPreventing it from being used for zooming with a 2x scope.
SteamShow user profile for PS5 enabledui uxSteamXbox/PS5 Friends not working in Server Browser fixedbug fixSteamRe-enabled Game Version Display in Server Browserui uxGame version display is now visible again for console clients in the server browser.
SteamInvisible character when being transported out of trader on vehicle fixedotherSteamAudio sources with doppler causing issues fixedaudioCould make squeaks or dropouts on player teleport or world origin shifts.
SteamFirst time drone heals player after debuff fails fixedotherSteamAllow opening of chat window when communication blockedui uxSteamAudio manager tracking issues fixedaudioWould still track many sounds after they were destroyed.
SteamFixed XML Typo for DualSense Trigger Effectbug fixResolved an XML typo that prevented the DualSense trigger effect from being used for zooming with a 2x scope.
SteamVideo brightness setting darkens interiors and night when set below 50%performanceSteamOptimized entity spawning model type lookupperformanceSteamBlood moon party maximum active enemy count increasednew contentIncreased game stage scaling based on the full count.
SteamError loading prefabs with ExcludePOICulling=true fixedbug fixSteamMissing spark textures for mines fixednew contentSteamCopy+paste kills tabs/linebreaks fixedbug fixSteamPlayer drop time delay affected by frame rate fixedbug fixSteamOptimized chunk wall volume containersperformanceSteamSFX for nerd outfit extra crafting skill point perk addednew contentSteamOccasional Exception and NRE when exiting to Main Menu fixedbug fixSteamDecreased darkest range of moon light slightlyperformanceSteamVehicle camera position glitches when origin shift happens fixedotherSteam - 7 eventsInvisible Moving Animals with FSR Settingsbug fix
Fixed moving animals appearing almost invisible with certain FSR settings.
SteamBlood Moon Party Enemy Count Scalingnew contentAdded maximum active enemy count with increased game stage scaling based on the full count.
SteamEntityFactory GetEntityType Warningsbug fixFixed EntityFactory GetEntityType warnings from missing types.
SteamVehicle Camera Position Glitchesbug fixFixed vehicle camera position glitches when origin shift happens.
SteamInvisible Character When Transportedbug fixMilestoneFixed invisible character when being transported out of trader on vehicle.
Steam - 56 eventsChunks copied to Unity could have the wrong objectbug fixSteamArrow LOD issue while zooming in and outbug fixSteamVehicle manager respawns vehicles repeatedlybug fixSteamTactical Assault Rifle missing reflex sight modelbug fixSteamSolar Cells can no longer be scrappedbalance changeSteamNRE and loss of controls when sign or storage crate is destroyedbug fixSteamGrace is no longer zombie foodbalance changeSteamPlayer drop time delay affected by frame ratebug fixSteamShow user profile for PS5ui uxSteamNo respawn on min script sleeper volumes if entity despawnedbug fixSteamDrone can't heal player while on vehiclebug fixSteamIron Gut does not apply on loginbug fixSteamAudio sources with doppler could make squeaks or dropoutsbug fixSteamOccasional Exception and NRE when exiting to Main Menubug fixSteamOptimized material cleanupperformanceSteamImproved biome entity spawnersperformance
Run timers independently of counts and better track counts.
SteamBiome spawner delays randomizedbalance changeBiome spawner delays now have a 10% random variation.
SteamBiome zombie type spawner could have a permanently disabled timerbug fixSteamXbox/PS5 Friends not working in Server Browserbug fixSteamDisabled old resolution scaling and enabled FSRui uxEnabled in Performance mode on all console platforms.
SteamWall volumes added to chunks they did not overlapbug fixSteamDrone inventory can roll back while using drone healing modbug fixSteamOptimized entity spawning model type lookupperformanceSteamCross platform block lists addednew contentSteamDeleted old hidden animator data from ZController fileperformanceSteamHeadgear morphs won't spawn in first person viewbug fixSteamNew vulture, rabbit, and chicken modelsnew contentIntroduced new models for vulture, rabbit, and chicken.
SteamFirst time drone heals player after debuff failsbug fixSteamError loading prefabs with ExcludePOICulling=truebug fixSteamOptimized FindInChildrenperformanceSteamOptimizations across all platformsperformanceMilestoneVarious optimizations implemented for better performance.
SteamCopy+paste kills tabs/linebreaksbug fixSteamServer doesn't log chat sender namesbug fixSteamLoot abundance settings below 100% would give less lootbug fixSteamOptimized chunk wall volume containersperformanceSteamImplemented console Performance/Quality graphics modesperformanceSelectable through the video options UI.
SteamRWG previewer not removing button handlers on closebug fixSteamEnabled RWG menu items in submission buildsui uxSteamSFX for nerd outfit extra crafting skill point perknew contentSteamAllow opening of chat window when communication blockedui uxSteamPlayer placed torches had a duplicate Audio Playerbug fixSteamAdditional flame prefabs for burning Zombiesnew contentSteamHelmet light mod range decreasedperformanceSteamOptimized object pooling and containersperformanceSteamBattery and solar banks beep when reloggingbug fixSteamSimple prefabs generated an empty imposter meshbug fixSteamRe-balanced biome entity spawner counts and delaysbalance changeSteamHordestone Twitch Event should not auto respawnbug fixSteamDecreased darkest range of moon lightperformanceSteamPrimitive outfit has a read/write issuebug fixSteamAudio manager would still track many sounds after destructionbug fixSteamUpdated Screamer soundsperformanceSteam - 13 eventsNew Explosion Particlesnew content
New explosion particles for Propane Tanks, Barrels, and Vehicles.
SteamFixed Xbox Crashesbug fixMilestoneFixed various Xbox crashes related to game suspension and loading.
SteamIncreased Bear and Dire Wolf Sensesbalance changeIncreased sight and hearing for bears and dire wolves.
SteamBalanced Stealth Effectivenessbalance changeBalanced stealth effectiveness for all combinations of perks, armor, and light levels.
SteamFixed Solar Cell Quantity Clampingbug fixIssue with solar cell quantity and quality getting clamped incorrectly in trader inventories fixed.
SteamFixed Vehicle Velocity Retentionbug fixVehicle velocity was not retained on server when a client driver exits.
SteamNew Inventory UI Audionew contentVarious new audio effects added for inventory UI interactions.
SteamMemory OptimizationsperformanceMemory optimizations including a refactor of RWG to use less static fields.
SteamIncreased Vehicle Armor and Fuel Capacitybalance changeIncreased vehicle armor and plow damage reductions, and reserve fuel tank capacity.
SteamNew Player Stealth Meternew contentPlayer stealth meter is green when no alert entities are near; turns yellow otherwise.
SteamImproved Player Stealth UIui uxImproved player stealth UI to be more sensitive to light and sound.
SteamController Support for 3D Map Previewnew contentAdded controller support for the 3D map preview on the RWG window.
SteamUpdated Localization for Crafting Skillsquality of lifeUpdated localization for T3 and T4 electrician crafting skill sections.
Steam - 17 eventsPlayer Stealth Meter Changesnew content
Player stealth meter is green when no alert entities are near; turns yellow otherwise.
SteamMemory OptimizationsperformanceMemory optimizations including refactor of RWG to use less static fields.
SteamNew Stealth Mechanicsnew contentStealth is less affected by player movement and ramps up over time.
SteamController Support Enhancementsnew contentController support for the 3D map preview on the RWG window and new icon style options.
SteamNew Explosion Particlesnew contentNew explosion particles for Propane Tanks, Barrels, and Vehicles.
SteamNew Locations Addednew contentAdded countrytown_business_15 and several remnant downtown fillers.
SteamFixed Various Texture Issuesbug fixResolved texture issues across multiple locations and objects.
SteamFixed Treasure Map Activation Issuebug fixReading a Treasure Map no longer automatically activates it overriding active quests.
SteamAdjusted AI Investigation Behaviorbalance changeReduced distance and radius that AI picks to investigate near the target.
SteamIncreased Price of Itemsbalance changeIncreased price of #mind_wipe and #newbie; #newbie is now an Extra.
SteamUpdated Localizationquality of lifeUpdated localization for T3 and T4 electrician crafting skill sections.
SteamStealth Effectiveness Adjustmentsbalance changeBalanced stealth effectiveness for all combinations of perks, armor, and light levels.
SteamFixed Race Condition in Data Managementbug fixMilestoneFixed race condition between RegionFileManager and PersistentPlayerData causing rare exceptions.
Steam - 3 eventsStability Improvements for Console Usersperformance
Includes stability improvements specifically for Xbox X/S platform.
SteamFix for Encumbered Characters in Savesbug fixMilestoneResolved a major bug causing characters in saves with 'Enemy Spawning' toggled off to become fully encumbered and unresponsive.
SteamCorrection of Affected Save Filesbug fixMilestoneHotfix corrects save files that were affected by the encumbered character issue.
Steam - 36 eventsAdded Lot_vacant_09new contentSteamUpdated rwgmixer to allow custom district names via XMLnew contentSteamIncreased vehicle reserve fuel tank capacitybalance changeSteamFixed players flipping or destroying the 4x4 when exiting on steep slopesbug fixSteamIntroduced GameShuttingDown mod eventnew contentSteamFixed NRE on world load when using player signs in custom POIsbug fixSteamArt pass and sleeper volume adjustments in ranger_station_01visualsSteamFixed item value's metadata not properly cloned when splitting stacksbug fixSteamAdded Wilderness_filler_21new contentSteamFixed mispainted texture in Nursing_home_01visualsSteamRemoved completed facade from aaa_arizona_downtown_01 test mapgameplaySteamLocalization sync for Japanese updatesui uxSteamFixed mismatched paint in Trader_jenvisualsSteamStore_clothing_02 loot balance passbalance changeSteamHouse_modern_29 added front balcony for aesthetic reasonsvisualsSteamFixed players ragdolling themselves getting out of 4x4bug fixSteamUpdated several Spanish translation issues based on community feedbackui uxSteamFixed UI textures loaded from web/files affected by texture quality settingbug fixSteamTrader Rekt gate access is now easier especially for bikesgameplaySteamChanged Victorian_08 trigger unlock doors for easy exitgameplaySteamBatch replaced cntBookPile03 with new cntBookPile03AirRandomLootHelper in all POIsperformanceSteamFixed trader name unlocalized when sharing their location markerbug fixSteamSkyscraper_01 reduced by 591,469 verts 221,936 trisvisualsSteamAdded Inventory UI Audio for Various ResourcesaudioSteamIncreased vehicle armor and plow damage reductionsbalance changeSteamReduced sleeper volume count in countrytown_business_07 based on feedbackperformanceSteamHouse_modern_27 path improvementvisualsSteamFixed mismatched paint in Fastfood_06visualsSteamFixed potential NRE in ServerPasswordWindowbug fixSteamFixed missing texture in downtown_filler_05bug fixSteamAdded Inventory UI Audio for RocketaudioSteamFixed missing tags for advanced engineering workbench craft time reduction perkbug fixSteamHotel_04 locked optional room door to clarify pathvisualsSteamFixed texture issues in Skyscraper_01visualsSteamFixed unable to join game invite through Steam if player does not proceed past the news screenbug fixSteamAdded quick exit/unlock keyrack to various house POIsgameplaySteam
- 25 eventsThrow Charging Mechanic Adjustedbalance change
Next throw starts charging after the cooldown instead of being ignored
SteamFixed Wrong Animations in Bow Controllerbug fixMilestoneWrong animations slotted into the '3P' layer of the bow controller causing 'missing listener' error
SteamSpawn Points Moved Closer to POIchangesMoved player, chest and trader spawn point in playtest 20m closer to POI
SteamInventory UI Audio for Plant Fibers & Crops AddedaudioSteam7 Days to Die 1.0 Launch Announcementdlc releaseMilestoneThe highly anticipated Version 1.0 release of '7 Days to Die' will be available on July 25th.
SteamInitialized Harmony Mod Code FirstmoddingSteam1.0 Release of 7 Days to Diedlc releaseMilestoneThe definitive zombie survival sandbox RPG is now available on Steam, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
SteamUpdated Simplified Chinese StringslocalizationUpdated several Simplified Chinese strings based on community feedback
SteamConsole Edition 1.0 Launch with Discountnew contentLaunch of Console Edition 1.0 on July 25th with a 25% discount for Legacy Digital owners.
SteamClients Immune to Zombie Attacks in P2Pbug fixMilestoneClients in a p2p game are immune to zombie attacks
Steam25% Discount for PlayStation 4 Ownersbalance changeOwners of the original digital version on PlayStation 4 will receive a 25% discount on the new PS5 version.
Steam25% Discount for PlayStation 4 OwnersshopOwners of the original digital version on PS4 are eligible for a 25% discount on the PS5 version.
Steam7 Days to Die 1.0 Official Stable Releasenew contentMilestoneOfficial Stable release scheduled for July 25th on Steam and Microsoft PC.
SteamConsole Availability and Ratings UpdateotherGame availability is pending rating service approval in Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan.
SteamDelisting of Old Telltale EditionchangesThe old Telltale edition of 7 Days to Die has been delisted on PlayStation and Microsoft stores.
SteamFixed NRE with ItemClass Collisionbug fixMilestoneItemClass collide with entity NRE if itemClass or MadeOfMaterial is null
Steam25% Discount for Xbox One Ownersbalance changeXbox One owners can receive a 25% discount on the new version with proof of digital ownership.
SteamRetail Price AnnouncementshopThe retail price for 7 Days to Die is set at $44.99 USD on all store fronts.
SteamInventory UI Audio for Various Resources Batch 1 AddedaudioSteamExplosives Unable to be Thrown from Toolbeltbug fixMilestoneUnable to throw explosives if drag dropped into the selected toolbelt slot
SteamChimney Cap Large Smoke Ambient Sound Addednew contentSteam25% Discount for Xbox One OwnersshopXbox One owners can receive a 25% discount on the new version with proof of digital ownership.
Steam - 29 eventsMissing localization for tabs in the challenge windowbug fixSteamFixed minor typo in loot.xmlbug fixSteamFixed Quest Tier Complete not being received if sharedbug fixSteamClients see other player's death ragdolls become standingbug fixSteamFixed typo in German translation of Nomad armor descriptionsbug fixSteamIncreased Twitch cooldown after quest to 60 secondsbug fixSteamFixed missing toilet in remnant_house_01bug fixSteamFemale ranger boots clippingbug fixSteamAdded remnant_hospital_01 POInew contentSteamAdded Zombie Audio Source Distance Filtersnew contentSteamFixed typo in Russian translation of Wastelandbug fixSteamFixed bike pedals not animating and clipping into feetbug fixSteamFixed bicycles missing pedalsbug fixSteamSlight increase to bear entity damagebalance change
Bears are now slightly harder than little bears.
SteamZombies would not do a death ragdoll if standing upbug fixSteamWrong ingredients shown when changing tracked recipebug fixSteamRanger gloves clipping on female characterbug fixSteamCrossbow bolts not visible to 2nd parties during reloadbug fixSteamChanged Default QuestProgressionDailyLimit from 3 to 4balance changePlayers should adjust settings before starting a save game.
SteamRemoved 2nd infested chest from gas_station_10balance changeSteamHost's body shows heads, hands, and feet on clients after dyingbug fixOccurs after waiting to respawn.
SteamFixed duplicated reload/refuel audio for 2nd partiesbug fixSteamTraders can no longer fall through the floorbug fixSteam - 15 eventsFixed Missing Animation for Stun Batonbug fix
Stun baton charge animation now appears correctly when moved to a different toolbelt slot.
SteamNew EXP Pregens IntroducedgameplayOld EXP Pregens deleted and new ones provided to prevent savegame issues.
SteamFixed NRE Spam from Dropped Molotovsbug fixResolved save game breaking NRE spam caused by dropped molotovs.
SteamImproved Inventory Navigationquality of lifeHybrid cursor/DPad navigation for controllers enhanced for better usability.
SteamFixed Dynamic Batching Issuesbug fixDisabled dynamic batching to fix visual distortion issues with skinned mesh renderers.
SteamUpdated Visuals for Trader Bob Interior SignvisualsUpdated material for Trader Bob Interior Sign to improve appearance.
SteamPlayer Ragdolls Have Stand Up AnimationsgameplayAdded animations for player ragdolls to stand up.
SteamEnhanced Controller Settingsquality of lifeRestored controller settings for cursor sensitivity and hover speed.
SteamFixed Invisible Weapon Issuebug fixSwapping toolbelt while throwing timed charge no longer results in invisible weapon.
SteamAdded Inventory UI Audio for Various ItemsaudioNew audio cues added for drugs, candies, trophies, books, and more in inventory UI.
SteamImproved Forge Rendering PerformanceperformanceOptimized rendering performance when burning or crafting in the forge.
SteamAdjusted Dire Wolf Statsbalance changeIncreased HP and damage of Dire Wolf, updated buff lists for more lethality.
SteamFixed Various Texture and Model Issuesbug fixMultiple texture and model issues fixed across various POIs and items.
Steam - 1 eventDelisting Legacy Console Gamechanges
Legacy Console Game will be delisted from digital stores on July 15th.
Steam - 19 eventsLoot Bag Adjustmentsbalance change
Zombie dogs, dire wolves, Grace, and bears now drop loot bags.
SteamFixed Game Crash on Windows 7bug fixWindows 7 players that cannot load ControllerExt.dll no longer crash during bootup.
SteamEnabled Graphics Jobs on WindowsperformanceEnabled graphics jobs on Windows for improved performance.
SteamFixed Steam Achievement Completion Issuebug fixThe Steam achievement 'Dig Deep' can be completed by teleporting fixed.
SteamUpdated Voice Device Audio Options Localizationquality of lifeLocalization updated to clarify voice device audio options.
SteamImproved Graphics Reflection SettingsperformanceImproved graphics reflection probe settings for Ultra.
SteamFixed Trader Greeting Audio Issuebug fixHost is the only one that hears Trader Greetings fixed.
SteamNew RWG Traders Placement Rulesnew contentRWG traders can be closer to each other on 2k, 3k and 4k worlds.
SteamFixed Inventory Slot Encumbrance Update Issuebug fixInventory slot encumbrance not updating until navigating away fixed.
SteamImproved Screamer Spawning Rulesbalance changeAdjusted spawning rules for screamers based on player activity.
SteamFixed ADS Reload Animation Glitch for Shotgunsbug fixAll shotguns have an ADS reload animation glitch fixed.
SteamFixed Reflex Sight Issues on New AK47 Skinbug fixResolved ADS issues with Reflex Sight on New AK47 Skin.
Steam - 17 eventsAdded Sidewalk Part for Store Hardware in Navezganenew contentSteamFixed Missing Tags on Trash Pilesbug fix
Preventing silent sneaking from Urban Combat Vol 3 from working correctly.
SteamAdded Hazmat Zombie Sound Effectsnew contentSteamAdded Workarounds for POI Reset IssuesperformanceSteamFixed Client Argument Null Exception on Loot Bag Dropbug fixMilestoneSteamFixed Various Multiplayer and UI Issuesbug fixIncludes soft lock on multiplayer game join and display settings affecting UI sizing.
SteamReduced Undead Damage Resist for Q6 Preacher Outfitbalance changeFrom 20% to 15% to prevent immunity to damage due to stacking issues.
SteamNew Hair Colors and Fixesnew contentSteamNew Set of Small POI Terrain Partsnew contentSteamUpdated Lock Pick Perk Levelsbalance changeLevel 1 no longer has a lockpick loot bonus; Level 2 and 3 now provide extra lockpicks.
SteamIncreased Damage and Infection Settings for Dire Wolvesbalance changeSteamNew Inventory UI Audio for Various Itemsnew contentIncludes audio for Grandpa's Special Elixirs, Knuckles, Wraps, Medical Items, and Drinks.
SteamFixed Game Crash Related to Achievementsbug fixMilestoneSteamIncreased HP of Player Coolersbalance changeSteamUpdated Localization for Various Descriptionsui uxIncludes dew collector and armor plating mods.
Steam - 1 eventConsole Edition 1.0 Tentative Release Datenew content
Tentative release for Console Edition 1.0 on June 28th.
Steam - 17 eventsDismemberment ERR Log Fixbug fix
Fixed dismemberment ERR log coming from checking mat.mainTexture.
SteamShared Quests Exploit Fixbug fixFixed exploit where shared quests give you multiple tier complete.
SteamRelease of V1.0 Experimentalnew contentMilestoneV1.0 Experimental will be released to the public on June 24th.
SteamAddBuff Gameevent Action Duration Overridenew contentAddBuff Gameevent Action now allows overriding duration.
SteamFall Damage Excessive Fixbug fixFixed cases where downward motion at the start of a fall could cause excessive fall damage to apply.
SteamIncreased Economic Value of Sewing Kitsbalance changeSlight increase to economic value of sewing kits.
Steam7 Days to Die 1.0 Public Experimental Releasenew contentPublic Experimental release scheduled for June 24th.
SteamPlayer Version of Cash Registernew contentXML, loc, and icon for player version of cash register that doesn't pop open when empty.
SteamQuality of Food in Buried Supplies Chestbalance changeReplaced quality of food found in intro to buried supplies chest to discourage exploits.
SteamTraders Sell Player Version of Cash Registerbalance changeTraders now sell player version of cash register.
SteamBlockWorkstation NRE Fixbug fixFixed BlockWorkstation UpdateVisible NRE when BlockEntityData null.
Steam - 3 eventsNew Pricing Structure Introducedstore
Announcement of a new pricing structure for the game following its official launch.
Steam7 Days to Die Officially Launches Version 1.0new contentMilestone7 Days to Die is leaving Early Access and officially launching as version 1.0.
SteamRoadmap for Future Updates and Features AnnouncedchangesThe Fun Pimps shared a roadmap detailing planned future updates and features for all platforms.
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