What changed in DayZ in 2026

DayZ Badlands has been successfully launched with over 325,500 units sold.

A hotfix focused on crashes and Badlands-related problems is expected to enter Experimental soon.

The Halloween seasonal event began on October 26th across all platforms.

Plans for future patches and improved communication with server owners and modders are underway.

New cosmetic items including leaf crown, witch hat, witch hood, and pumpkin helmet available during the event.

Update 1.30 brings meaningful changes to infected animations.

Update 1.30 includes enhancements to the inventory user interface.

Nasdara is on sale for up to 10% off to celebrate the launch of DayZ Badlands.

The Castle will feature spooky fog as part of the Halloween event.

Introduction of decaying player characters during the Halloween event.

Introduction of Mummy Infected, Jack O’ Infected, and Witch Infected during the Halloween event.

Motorbikes added to the game, providing a new way to explore the maps.

DayZ Badlands terrain is now available with a launch discount of up to 10%.

The Halloween event starts today across Chernarus, Livonia, and Sakhal.

Annual Halloween event running from October 26th to November 6th on Chernarus, Livonia, and Sakhal.

New motorbikes introduced, complete with ragdoll physics for crashes.

Update 1.30 marks a full wipe for all players across platforms.

New gameplay feature allowing players to decode Morse code transmissions for loot locations.

Seasonal events planned for select terrains in the coming months.

A brand-new map, Nasdara, spanning 267 km², featuring various terrains and new gameplay opportunities.

Ongoing optimization for the Nasdara map across all platforms.

DayZ Badlands is set to release on all platforms.

DayZ Badlands is set to release on October 15, 2026, featuring new content in the area of Nasdara.

The DayZ Badlands expansion is now available for purchase with a 10% discount.

Various quality-of-life improvements included in Update 1.30.

New underground facilities and infrastructure powered by the terrain-hole system.

The DayZ Badlands expansion is priced at approximately $24.99, with regional pricing applicable.

Introducing a brand-new terrain made specifically for DayZ.

New regional diseases introduced in the game.

New environmental feature: sandstorms.

Addition of new regional firearms, clothing, and loot.

New radio gameplay feature including Morse code signals leading to underground shelters.

A Creator Program event running from October 8 to October 15 for content creators to try out DayZ Badlands.

Players can rebuild houses with new mechanics.

Introduction of motorcycles with new physics.

Introduction of new wildlife including dogs, desert monitors, and mouflons.

The desert monitor lizard will inhabit the Dasht-e Sarman Desert and can be hunted for food.

Three new animals are being added: mouflon, dogs, and desert monitor lizard.

The mouflon primarily inhabits the mountains and steppes of Central Asia.

Dogs will act as guards in specific locations, primarily military zones, and will not be tamable.

Players will face hydration challenges due to water scarcity and oppressive heat, requiring specific regional gear.

Introduction of new melee weapons in DayZ Badlands.

Features include sandstorms, rebuilding mechanics, motorcycles, radio gameplay, new regional firearms, wildlife, and underground facilities.

Heavier clothing provides more inventory space, while lighter clothing offers less, impacting player choices.

The team will continue to monitor and optimize performance post-launch based on player feedback.

Short-sleeved police uniform, OBR uniform, and FNO uniform added, featuring distinct aesthetics for the Nasdara region.

New infected designs maintain human-like features with visible bloodstains and bruises, improving visual consistency.

Bringing back color variants for select firearms with upgraded visuals and textures.

Partnership with Lurkit to provide exclusive access to content creators for the upcoming expansion.

Upgraded inventory icons for better visual consistency and legibility.

Infected can now perform attacks based on the player's height and position, including a new running heavy attack.

Two motorbikes: the moped and the enduro, with several color variants and new physics.

DayZ Frostline is currently 30% off as part of the sale.

Deluxe Edition and Cool Edition are on sale for up to 50% and 40% off, respectively.

The Lee-Enfield Rifle, based on the Model No. 1 Mk. III*, has been introduced with historical modifications.

Dust particles will appear when driving vehicles on dust-prone surfaces and when walking inside buildings.

A major new feature allowing players to rebuild and barricade select houses in Nasdara.

Improvements to PvP design with varied open spaces and more cover options.

A new code lock feature will be introduced, available on all maps.

New firearm added, featuring a drum magazine with a bullet indicator.

DayZ and its bundles are now up to 50% off as part of a Flash Sale on Steam.

Nasdara convoys are part of the new content in Update 1.29.

DayZ Badlands is scheduled for release in October.

DayZ Frostline is now 50% off, matching its all-time lowest price.

The black variant of the SCR-17 can now be found in locked containers on Sakhal.

Update 1.29 introduces new character cosmetics and the SCR-17 weapon.

Approximately 20 variants of rebuildable houses, including mud and stone houses, with varying degrees of destruction.

A new rebuilding system allows players to rebuild and barricade houses in the new Nasdara area.

A new code lock feature for base building, requiring a charged V9 battery and offering brute force protection.

Introduction of new materials like brick and mortar, alongside existing materials for house restoration.

Added Nasdara Military Convoys on Chernarus and Livonia.

Introduced Desert Camo variants for Combat Backpack and Plate Carrier Vest.

Introduced Brass Knuckles along with a special variant engraved with 'Friendly'.

Added Tanker Helmets to the game.

Made vests and helmets rarer to reflect new loot distribution changes.

Introduced the SCR-17 Battle Rifle along with a Black variant for Sakhal.

Added 2 Buttstocks and a magazine specifically for the SCR-17.

Introduced Holo Sights for weapon customization.

Introduced a female variant of the infected soldier for more character variety.

Added Military Caps as new headgear options.

Adjusted loot distribution to slow down gameplay and emphasize resource management.

New animated backgrounds based on DayZ maps are now available for purchase.

Players can customize their profiles with new animated profile frames.

New animated emotes, including the 'friendly wiggle' and 'Chicken Wiggle', are now available.

Players can now purchase animated avatars for their Steam profiles.

The SCR-17, a highly modular battle rifle chambered in .308, is now available with two color variants.

Addressed the issue preventing players from digging up stashes buried next to player-built walls.

Introduced a new feedback tracker for players to send reports and feedback.

Resolved issues related to firearm zeroing on Xbox K&M servers.

Fixed the bug where stamina would not return after dropping weighted items.

Introduced a combat backpack and plate carrier vest with desert camo for Nasdara.

Replaced all convoy event assets with wrecks from Nasdara while maintaining dynamic locations.

Added a tanker helmet and military cap with various color variants.

Introducing the DayZ Badlands expansion featuring the new Nasdara Province map, the largest official map yet.

A new map named Nasdara featuring diverse terrains and urban environments for PvP gameplay.

New vertical structures and interconnecting rooftops in Nasdara to enhance urban combat strategies.

Additional shops added to bazaars for more loot variety, including military loot in gun shops.

New firearm SCR-17 available in the Experimental branch starting July 1.

Introduction of modular bazaar buildings inspired by Middle Eastern markets, including gun shops and residential areas.

A powerful new firearm will be available to hunt down at the convoys.

DayZ and its bundles are on sale with discounts up to 55%, ending on July 9th.

The experimental period for the Road to Badlands update begins on July 1st.

Deluxe Edition and Cool Edition of DayZ are on sale with up to 50% and 40% off, respectively.

DayZ Frostline is now 50% off during the summer sale.

DayZ Frostline is now 50% off as part of the summer sale.

DayZ and its bundles are on sale with discounts up to 50% until July 9th.

Deluxe Edition and Cool Edition of DayZ are on sale with discounts up to 50% and 40%, respectively.

A powerful new firearm will be available to hunt down at the convoys.

The experimental period for the Road to Badlands update begins on July 1st.

All convoys in the base game have been updated with assets from DayZ Badlands.

All convoys in the base game have been updated with assets from DayZ Badlands.

DayZ Badlands is coming up on the horizon with new content for the base game.

DayZ Frostline is on sale at an all-time low price.

Deluxe Edition and Cool Edition are available at discounts of up to 50% and 40%, respectively.

The upcoming 1.29 update will introduce extra content to the base game.

The 1.29 updates have brought visual enhancements to the terrain in Sakhal.

Introduction of regional melee weapons including the Shamshir-styled scimitar, Jambiya curved dagger, and Akinaka.

Revamped visual design for infected characters to reflect their regional backgrounds and decay.

New police and military uniforms designed for the Nasdara region, featuring unique styles and colors.

The P08 Luger pistol introduced as a new firearm option in the game.

Players must explore for water in Nasdara, with consequences for failing to stay hydrated.

Introduction of region-specific clothing such as Kameez tunics, Shalwar pants, and protective eyewear.

The development team plans to increase the frequency of dev blog posts to once every three weeks.

Direct sunlight will affect character stats, requiring players to manage hydration and seek shade.

The new Nasdara map features extreme temperatures affecting gameplay, requiring players to manage hydration and clothing.

Normal Bonfire in Chernarus and Tire Fire in Sakhal.

Includes Witch Hats, Witch Hoods, Birch Brooms, Cauldron, and Crooked Nose.

The Walpurgis Event runs from April 21 to May 7, featuring bonfire events and seasonal items.

The Infected Witch returns as part of the Walpurgis Event.

The last missing season, springtime, has been introduced to enhance the environmental diversity.

Nasdara Province features 400% more new custom assets compared to the DayZ Frostline expansion.

Integration of English and Farsi for important navigational signs to aid players in Nasdara.

Players will need to find new ways to obtain water due to a severe lack of it in Nasdara.

A new terrain called Nasdara Province, part of Takistan, featuring unique landscapes and historical context.

The upcoming 1.29 update is bringing much-needed performance improvements to the game.

DayZ and its bundles are now on sale with discounts of up to 50% during the Steam Spring Sale.

The DayZ Frostline expansion is getting the largest pack of winter clothing and better blending of terrain surfaces.

Reveal of the first-ever official desert map, Badlands, covering more than 267km² in the borderland of Nasdara.

Significant updates to modding tools, particularly the animation editor.

Extended the bunker on Sakhal and added an additional entrance.

Added Fox Hat and Bear Hat as new animal headwear options.

Introduced Traditional Boots and Cold Operation Boots.

Improved randomness of group respawn locations.

Introduced Long Coat, Military Sweater, Gulag Jacket, and Pilot Jacket with color variants.

Identified and fixed key performance issues, increasing server performance by 400%.

Added variants of the Long Haul Backpack.

Improved blending of terrain surfaces across all maps.

Overhauled audio for assault rifles and pistols.

The Cupid bolt is a powerful tool that cures all illnesses in-game, usable only on other players.

A full wipe will be deployed once the stable build of the 1.29 update goes live.

The upcoming 1.29 update will bring stability and performance improvements to the game.

The Valentine's DayZ event will run until February 19th, featuring the valentine eye mask and Cupid bolt.