What changed in Project Zomboid in 2016

New areas of Rosewood, March Point, and the Rosewood Prison complex will be part of the mapping project.

Plans to start working on an in-game lootable map system in the New Year.

New areas of Rosewood, March Point, and the Rosewood Prison complex anticipated to be added.

Tool to help modders create, edit, and refine in-game items and recipe scripts.

CartoZed tool released for creating standard maps from game files.

Addressed issues hampering survivor activity on certain Linux set-ups.

Identified ongoing issues with the new TransactionID system in multiplayer.

Addressed issues hampering survivor activity on certain Linux set-ups.

ItemZed tool to help modders create, edit, and refine in-game items and recipe scripts.

Added ability to deconstruct large furniture and move them around in partial kit form.

Introduced the ability to deconstruct large furniture and move them around in partial kit form.

Ongoing issues with the new TransactionID system in multiplayer.

New skill books, world-filler visuals, and general balance changes.

New map tiles, furniture, decoration, and building styles added.

Includes new decoration and building styles.

Includes courthouse, fire station, shopping areas, police station, community centre, and military apartment buildings.

Visit the new towns of Rosewood and March Point, including the Rosewood prison complex.

New skill books, world-filler visuals, and general balance changes.

Metalwork crafting and multiple stage building combining metalwork and carpentry skills.

Improvements to wilderness areas with tree noise and big trees.

Talk directly to co-op friends and survivors within audible distance.

Includes courthouse, fire station, shopping areas, police station, community centre, and military apartment buildings.

Translations in French, Polish, Spanish, Russian, and Turkish.

New player spawn locations based on profession in and around Rosewood.

Metalwork crafting, multiple stage building, and deconstruction of objects for materials.

Visit the new towns of Rosewood and March Point, and the Rosewood prison complex.

Translations in French, Polish, Spanish, Russian, and Turkish.

Improved player activity log and admin panel functionalities.

Realistic nutritional values and visible nutritional information on food items.

New spawn locations in and around the town of Rosewood.

Formable factions with a visible tag and safehouse UI.

New 'Transfer All' button, tutorials, and inventory improvements.

Includes composting, weight reduction for container items, and more.

Talk directly to co-op friends and survivors within audible distance.

Improvements to wilderness areas with tree noise and big trees.

Zombies attracted to house lighting at night and various sleep mechanics.

Includes composting, container weight reduction, and more realistic item interactions.

Improved player activity log, admin panel, and server access level ranks.

Formable factions with safehouse UI and melee PvP disabled between faction members.

Zombies attracted to house lighting at night and new sleep mechanics.

Realistic nutritional values affecting character health based on food and activity.

'Transfer All' button, new tutorials, and inventory improvements.

Movable item icons updated to reflect actual objects instead of generic categories.

New teleport options for factions and admins added.

Increased areas available for foraging and trapping.

Introduction of new farmsteads and farmland between Rosewood and March Ridge.

Addressed crashes and heavy lag issues during multiplayer sessions with many players.

Players can now maneuver larger furniture and deconstruct larger objects into smaller kits for inventory.

New system allows players to contact server admins directly.

Added extra teleport options for Factions and Admins.

Increased areas available for foraging and trapping.

Movable item icons updated to reflect the actual objects instead of generic categories.

Players can now maneuver larger furniture and deconstruct multi-sprite objects into smaller kits for inventory.

Fixed issues related to Bluetooth headsets in multiplayer.

Players can now choose different colors when painting containers for better organization in multiplayer safehouses.

Introduction of new farmsteads and farmland between Rosewood and March Ridge.

Implemented a support ticketing system for players to contact server admins.

Important fixes for modders included in the upcoming beta build.

Various balance adjustments made to levels, including the issue of Rosewood Prison being zombie-free.

New areas between Rosewood and March Ridge with farms, homes, and roads.

Players can now deconstruct larger furniture items into parts for transport.

Stress-testing new VOIP functions and multiplayer improvements.

Players can now deconstruct larger furniture items into parts for transport.

Recoding of the reloading mod and synchronization of animations for multiplayer.

Players can suggest favorite character builds for future character archetypes.

Improvements to the animation system for better synchronization in multiplayer.

New areas between Rosewood and March Ridge with farms, homes, and roads.

Stress-testing new VOIP functions and multiplayer improvements.

Players can suggest character archetypes for future builds.

Fixed various translation and UI problems.

Rewriting the lua bullet-reloading system to work with the new animations.

Addressed issues related to Factions in the game.

Seeking feedback on VOIP ease of use, voice quality, and hearing distance settings.

Addressed issues related to factions in the game.

The vast majority of combat code has been ported to the new system.

Highlighted various creations by MesCaLiN in the game.

Implemented a new game logic state machine system for internal game messages.

Seeking player feedback on VOIP ease of use, voice quality, and hearing distance settings.

Released a public beta build that includes crafting recipe discovery, loot distribution adjustments, and bug fixes.

Resolved various translation and UI problems.

Released CartoZed, a tool for creating traditional maps of in-game locations.

Public beta build 35.22 released with various updates including crafting recipe discovery and loot distribution adjustments.

Implemented a new game logic state machine system for internal game messages.

Released CartoZed, a mapping tool for creating non-isometric maps and checking spawn locations.

Players can now communicate with each other in-game when within audible distance.

Heightened zombie numbers in Rosewood and March Point areas for testing.

March Point can currently only be accessed on foot, with potential changes based on feedback.

Players can now create and join factions, with options for PvP settings.

Various fixes to the map and more applicable loot in new buildings like the fire station.

Translations for all 4500 lines of radio and TV content are now available in multiple languages.

Rosewood now has a player spawn option for easier access to key locations.

New VOIP feature allows players to communicate within audible distance in multiplayer.

Players can now create and join factions, disabling melee PvP between group members.

March Point can currently only be reached on foot, with potential changes based on feedback.

In-game translations for radio and TV content in multiple languages.

Rosewood now has a player spawn option, allowing players to check out key locations without a hike.

Heightened zombie numbers in Rosewood and March Point, with feedback requested on difficulty.

Various fixes to the map and more applicable loot in new buildings like the fire station.

Voice quality is significantly improved and the build is more stable, with minor bugs remaining.

Work continues on the hook system for character and zombie action states, integrating new animations.

Continued work on the hook system for character and zombie action states, integrating new animations with gameplay dynamics.

Various upgrades to the admin panel, including Non PVP Zones and a new Safehouse UI.

New mod support allows players to add to existing broadcast content and create their own.

Two new areas have been added to the Project Zomboid map, offering new locations for players to loot and survive.

Voice quality is significantly improved and the build is more stable, with minor bugs being addressed.

New mod support allows players to add and create broadcast content for roleplay purposes.

Various upgrades to the admin panel, including Non PVP Zones and a new Safehouse UI.

Two new areas have been added to the Project Zomboid map, straying from the fictional version of the real world map.

Two new map areas are being linked to the main map with new roads, set for inclusion in the upcoming Build 35 IWBUMS beta.

Players can form factions, invite others, and manage PvP settings.

Transitioning to a new animation state system to improve character animations and gameplay.

The Safehouse system has been reworked with a new UI, allowing easier management for owners and new server options.

Admins can create No PvP Zones where players cannot attack or be attacked.

Fixed issues with microphones not being picked up due to sampling rate problems.

The code for character state machines is being integrated into a new animation state system to enhance gameplay and modding.

Fixed a bug where certain microphone sampling rates were not being recognized, improving VOIP functionality.

Admins can create No PvP Zones where players are invulnerable to attacks, along with a new UI for management.

Two new map areas are completed and will be linked to the main map with new roads.

Players can now form factions, invite others, and manage visibility of faction tags, enhancing multiplayer interactions.

Reworked Safehouse system with a new UI for easier management and ownership transfer.

Transitioning to a new animation system that replaces the previous state machine for character actions.

An intriguing new location has been added, not based directly on the real world.

Build 35.19 has been released, expanding multiplayer server admin powers and seeking feedback from co-op hosts.

The new animation system is being integrated, replacing the previous state machine for character actions.

Widening the testing pool for VOIP to include hosts and moderators from various online communities.

Introduction of a new intriguing location that is not based directly on the real world map.

The testing pool for VOIP is being widened to include hosts and moderators from various online communities.

Release of Build 35.19 for IWBUMS public beta testers, focusing on expanding multiplayer server admin powers.

First version of WordZed released, allowing modded radio and TV data to be added to the game.

Updated all language translation files to include community translations of radio and TV content.

Added the ability to access and modify the server’s database directly to simplify server management.

New mods including a lightsaber and a cloning disaster for gameplay enhancement.

First version of WordZed released, allowing modded radio and TV data to be added to the game.

General Arcade is releasing more stable VOIP builds to prevent server crashes and save corruption.

Updated all language translation files to include community translations of radio and TV content.

Introduced transaction IDs for player actions to prevent copying saves between computers in multiplayer.

Encouragement for players to submit small but annoying issues for consideration in build 35.

General Arcade continues to release more stable VOIP builds, focusing on server stability and lag reduction.

Continuing to iron out bugs in the new animation system to prevent game-breaking issues.

Added ability to access and modify the server’s database directly to simplify server management.

Implemented transaction IDs for player actions to prevent cheating and save scumming in multiplayer.

Fixed several bugs related to the player stats admin panel in IWBUMS 35.18.

Curated list for Build Status and Version History to help players track updates.

Curated list for Build Status and Version History to help players track updates.

Successful tests of a new player voice system for proximity-based communication.

Introduced a new admin panel for player stats with user logs and warning points.

Fixed multiple bugs in the player stats admin panel for IWBUMS 35.18.

Successful tests of a new player voice system for in-game communication.

Introduced a new admin panel for server management with player logs and warning points.

Adjusted mesh and UVs for better appearance of character faces, especially female models.

Adjusted mesh and UVs of character faces, especially female models, for better appearance.

Added features for server hosts including better recorded spawn/death coordinates and a teleportation command.

Finalizing a public version of WordZed, a tool for editing narrative content, with improved user functionality.

Work continues on a second big new map location for Build 35, with details being added to previously empty map cells.

Introduced a new UI for moderators to modify player traits, professions, and other attributes.

Launch of a new page to track game status and build history for players.

Introduced new server access levels for Admin Staff with different powers and responsibilities.

Updated in-game VOIP with added server options, configurable voice audibility, and better microphone controls.

Added features for server hosts including better recorded spawn/death coordinates, teleportation command, and UI for modifying player traits.

Continued work on a new map location and detailing previously empty areas of the map.

Updated in-game VOIP with added server options, configurable voice audibility, and better microphone boost and volume control.

Introduced different levels of power and responsibility for server admins, including Observer, GM, Overseer, Moderator, and Admin roles.

Finalized a public version of WordZed with added search functionality and smoother editing process for community translations.

Launched a new page to track game status and build history for players.

Various bugs have been addressed and fixed.

The health panel now automatically uses items from the inventory.

Various adjustments made to experience points balancing.

New tutorial information added to the UI panel for better guidance.

Drainable items now reduce in weight based on usage, and can be consolidated into one item.

Drainable items now reduce in weight based on usage, and can be consolidated into one item.

Mailboxes now have a chance to spawn magazines and newspapers.

Adjustments made to fatigue, boredom, and unhappiness mechanics.

A new smoker trait has been added that affects stress and happiness based on smoking habits.

Park Rangers and Lumberjacks now move faster through trees.

The health panel now automatically uses items from the inventory when needed.

The container or corpse that your character is currently looting is now highlighted in orange for easier visibility.

Generators now drain more power when more objects are plugged in.

Composting is now in-game, allowing players to turn rotten food into compost for fertilizing crops.

Generators now drain more power when more objects are plugged into them.

New sprites for zombie-damaged sheet ropes have been added.

Cooking pots, bowls, buckets, or saucepans left on the ground during rain will fill with rainwater.

Cooking pots, bowls, buckets, or saucepans left on the ground during rain will fill with rainwater.

Many bugs have been fixed in this update.

Mailboxes can now spawn magazines and newspapers.

Jars can now be found in packs of six to encourage food pickling.

New tutorial information added to the UI panel.

Jars can now be found in packs of six to encourage food pickling.

Players can now paint wooden crates and interior walls for better item storage identification.

New sprites for zombie-damaged sheet ropes have been added.

Park Rangers and Lumberjacks now move faster through trees.

Adjustments made to fatigue, boredom, and unhappiness mechanics.

Fire extinguishers can now be found in the loot table.

The container or corpse that your character is currently looting is now highlighted in orange for easier visibility.

Fire extinguishers can now be found in the loot table.

Players can now build a wooden compost bin to turn rotten food into compost for fertilizing crops.

A new smoker trait has been added, affecting stress and happiness levels based on smoking habits.

Players can now paint wooden crates and interior walls for better item storage identification.

Positional sound in VOIP works well, but distance attenuation needs adjustment.

Finishing touches on the new residential area map are complete, with new fun areas being added.

Completion of train tracks that players use as a route between Muld and WP is underway.

New animation for zombies climbing through windows and over counters has been implemented.

The new animations system is being implemented as part of the internal plan for remaining 1.0 features.

Final touches are being made to the look of re-animated zombies, including injury and clothing overlays.

Integration of community's 'small tweak, big impact' suggestions into the ongoing Build 35 public IWBUMS test.

Tree noise work will allow completion of wilderness cells on the current map.

A new animation for zombies climbing through windows and over counters has been added.

Integration of community's 'small tweak, big impact' suggestions into ongoing Build 35 public IWBUMS test.

Expansion of Zomboid lore into recorded media and correction of typos flagged by community translation teams.

First drop of VOIP version tested, showing positional sound and distance effects.

The new animations system is being implemented, which will include various actions and gameplay systems.

Re-animated zombies will have various injury, blood, headwear, and clothing overlays.

Finishing touches to the perimeter of a new residential area have been completed.

New fun areas are being added to the current map for players to discover.

Counters next to windows are now collidable again after fixing an issue with zombie exit routes.

The first drop of the VOIP version of Project Zomboid has been tested, showing promising results.

Adjustments made to how and where fire spreads in-game.

Basic VOIP is working well with good voice quality and bandwidth consumption.

Basic VOIP functionality is working well with good voice quality and bandwidth consumption.

Tool-tips have been updated for clearer information on looted equipment capabilities.

Fall damage has been improved and starting conditions are now randomized.

Testing of Acoustic Echo Cancellation for VOIP is planned as part of ongoing improvements.

A new residential area is being developed with interesting locations to explore.

Tool-tips have been updated for clearer information on looted equipment.

Adjustments made to how and where fire spreads in-game.

A new residential area is being developed with interesting locations to explore.

New inventory features include favorited items and a 'Transfer All' button.

Updates include improved fall damage and randomized starting conditions for players.

New inventory features include 'favorited' items and a 'Transfer All' button.

Various incompatibilities and glitches across the export chain have been resolved.

Certain foods will now have a thirst value associated with them.

From build 35.9, zombies will have the ability to tear down sheet ropes.

Female models are now working with the animations that have been exported into the game.

From build 35.9, zombies will have the ability to tear down sheet ropes.

Various incompatibilities and glitches across the export chain have been resolved.

Certain foods will now have a thirst value assigned to them.

Female models are now working with the animations that have been exported into the game.

Rotten food will now disappear instead of remaining permanently in the game.

Players will be able to let towels dry in the game.

Players will be able to let towels dry in the game.

Rotten food will now disappear instead of being a permanent fixture in the game.

Work is being done to improve the current house alarm system.

Ongoing work to resolve issues with female models in the animation build.

Mapping work continues on a new residential area.

Players can now remove construction materials from their backpack while barricading.

Players can now remove construction materials from their backpack while barricading.

Introduction of tutorial-style information windows for new players.

A new tree noise generator has been created to enhance wilderness realism.

Wall frames are now easier to click on.

A new server option that defines how much time accelerates when all players are sleeping.

A new server option that defines how much time accelerates when all players are sleeping.

Panic felt by players with claustrophobic traits is now influenced by room size.

Mapping work continues on a new residential area.

Work is being done to finesse the current house alarm system.

Wall frames are now easier to click on.

Introduction of tutorial-style information windows for new players.

A new 'tree noise generator' has been created to enhance wilderness realism.

Panic felt by players with claustrophobic traits is now influenced by room size.

New computer-related entertainment options, including videotapes, books, and CDs, are being added.

Introduction of a long-term computer side project alongside new entertainment options like videotapes and books.

A new 'Show info' option for useful in-game objects is being developed.

The rate of sleep disturbances has been increased for better feedback.

The nutrition system has been forced to 'on' for enhanced gameplay.

Community translations will be available as selectable toggles in the options UI.

An experimental link between carrying a watch and the UI digital clock has been added.

A new residential area is being developed south of Muldraugh, featuring a community center.

Work continues on a new residential area south of Muldraugh, featuring a community center.

A new 'Show info' option for useful in-game objects is being added.

Introduction of new skill books and metalwork recipes in the IWBUMS 35 build.

Community translations will be available as selectable toggles in the options UI.

New skill books and metalwork recipes have been added to the game.

The rate of sleep disturbances has been increased for additional feedback.

An experimental link-up between carrying a watch and the UI digital clock has been implemented.

Progress on the animation system is ongoing, with issues related to lady survivors and zed meshes.

Progress on the animation system continues, with issues in lady survivor and zed meshes needing re-export.

The nutrition system has been forced to 'on' for testing purposes.

A new body of water is being added to the Muld area for fishing.

A new residential area is being built to the south for Build 35.

A new residential area is being built to expand the game map.

Adjustments made to the balance between sleep and pain mechanics.

New animations and clothing systems are being integrated into gameplay.

A number of bug fixes have been applied to improve gameplay.

Welding rods have been added to the game.

Final integration of female character models and animations is underway.

Changes made to the balance of object deconstruction.

Several new skill books have been added to the game.

A body of water will be added for fishing activities.

Introduction of realistic large trees in the wilderness areas.

Players can dismantle furniture and other world tiles to gather materials.

A new system for sleeping has been implemented.

Initial development of a VOIP system for player communication has been completed.

Players can now construct walls in multiple stages.

The game now features realistic large trees in the wilderness.

Players can dismantle furniture and other world tiles to gather materials.

Initial development of a VOIP system for in-game voice communication has been completed.

An overhaul of animations and clothing is planned for future updates.

A new system for sleeping has been introduced.

A new welding system has been added to the game.

A new welding system has been added to the game.

Players can now construct walls in multiple stages.

Development of a system for handling multimedia recordings for various in-game items.

Introduction of new sleeping events and balances currently in closed testing.

Introduction of a new overlay system to increase variety and customization in clothing.

Changes to the nutrition system for a more linear progression of weight gain/loss.

Completion of the welding system, with ongoing discussions about the smelting aspect.

Completion of the welding system, with ongoing discussions about the smelting aspect.

Adjustment for a more linear progression of weight gain/loss based on weight traits.

Introduction of a new overlay system to increase clothing variety and customization.

Introduction of new sleeping events and balances currently in closed testing.

Development of a system for handling multimedia recordings for various in-game items.

Players can now turn off helicopter and gunshot meta-game events in sandbox options.

Players will no longer choose how long to sleep, adding a working alarm clock system.

Blindcoder's PZ map project has a new official home, inviting community feedback.

Players will no longer choose how long to sleep, and an alarm clock system will be added.

The Lucky trait has been nerfed, reducing the abundance of Spiffo plushies.

Extra skill books and new items relevant to metalwork have been added.

Improvements are being made to the visual and audio aspects of the community radio/TV system.

Players will have reduced control over when they can sleep, requiring sleeping pills if anxious or in pain.

Enhancements to the visual and audio aspects of the community radio/TV system.

Players can now turn off helicopter and gunshot meta-game events in sandbox options.

Zombie movement and intrusions will be better governed, with potential for zombies to be attracted to light and sound.

Zombie movement and intrusions will be governed more strictly, with potential for zombies to be attracted to noise and light.

The radio/TV system will be tied closer to gameplay, impacting the boredom moodle.

Blindcoder's PZ map project has a new official home, with ongoing work on community maps.

Players will have reduced control over when they can sleep, requiring sleeping pills if anxious or in pain.

Extra skill books and new items relevant to metalwork have been added.

Work is being done to tie the community radio/TV system closer to gameplay and its impact on boredom.

The Lucky trait has been nerfed, reducing the abundance of Spiffo plushies.

Work is starting on improvements to the sleep system to increase anxiety during nights.

Bloody clothing will need washing or replacing, emphasizing the difficulty of removing blood stains.

Blood display levels can be balanced and adjusted in graphical options.

New blood effects allow players to see blood from wounds, indicating they are bleeding.

Greater variation in zombies with more to come, currently featuring males in t-shirts, vests, and jeans.

The Redboid server is having a reset, inviting players to join an online crew.

Players will have visual cues indicating bleeding from wounds.

Blood spatter now accumulates on zombies, players, and weapons.

Bloody clothing will need washing or replacing, emphasizing the difficulty of removing blood stains.

Greater variation in zombies with more to come, currently only males in t-shirts, vests, and jeans are active.

The amount of blood on display will be balanced once integrated, with options to adjust gore levels.

Optimization work done in preparation for the animations update, with variable performance on low spec machines.

The Redboid server is having a reset for players to join an online crew.

Improvements to the sleep system to increase anxiety during nighttime gameplay.

Next on the list are visible bandages for players.

Blood spatter now accumulates on zombies, players, and weapons.

Next feature will include visible bandages on players.

A few bugs have been introduced since the addition of new models and textures, which are being addressed.

Significant optimization work has been done to improve performance, particularly for low spec PCs, with a new animation system.

Players can now layer multiple clothing items, enhancing character customization and heat management.

New system allows for combining textures to create effects such as blood and dirt overlays on characters and zombies.

Introduced a new method for handling textures on 3D character models, allowing for diverse overlays on players and zombies.

New system allows for combining textures for effects like blood and dirt overlays on characters and zombies.

Significant optimization work has been done to improve performance, especially for low spec PCs.

Players can now wear multiple items of clothing on top of each other, enhancing character customization and gameplay mechanics related to heat and protection.

Introduced a new method for handling textures on 3D character models, allowing for diverse overlays on players and zombies.

A few bugs have been introduced since the addition of new models and textures, which are being addressed.

Introduction of new animations, models, and combat mechanics as a foundation for future content.

Ability to age zombies to reflect time passed in-game, making them appear more corpse-like.

Plans to overhaul the sleeping system for better control and predictability during gameplay.

Integration of community translations for Radio/TV in upcoming builds, including multiple languages.

Introduction of new animations, models, and combat mechanics as a foundation for future content.

Investigation into integrating VOIP features for multiplayer gameplay.

Introduction of a working backpack feature, with some minor issues still being resolved.

Implementation of a system allowing overlay clothing, enabling players to wear multiple clothing items.

Improvements to the nutrition system to balance weight loss/gain and limit caloric impact from certain foods.

Release of community translations for Radio/TV in French, Russian, Polish, and Turkish.

New texture overlays for zombies to enhance visual variety and realism, including blood and aging effects.

Improvements to the nutrition system to balance weight loss/gain and limit caloric impact of certain foods.

Exploration of VOIP integration for multiplayer gameplay.

Implementation of a system allowing for overlay clothing, enabling players to wear multiple clothing items.

Plans to improve the sleeping system, including control over waking up and in-game alarm clock items.

New texture overlays for blood splatters and zombie gore to enhance visual realism.

Career zombies will provide a risk/reward dynamic, as they may carry valuable items.

New types of zombies that represent various professions, carrying specific tools and items.

New types of zombies that represent former professions, carrying relevant tools and items.

Visual update featuring new tree models for wilderness areas.

Career zombies will provide a risk/reward element, as they may carry valuable items.

Updated visuals for trees in forest areas, enhancing wilderness survival experience.

Added a batch of improvised spears with their own set of melee attacks.

Introduced new clothing items and textures to enhance player customization.

Introduced variations of existing weapons like ballpeen hammer, mallet, and clubhammer.

Introduced new animations for zombie hit reactions and player melee attacks.

Added new animations for zombie hit reactions and player melee attacks.

French and Polish localizations for Radio and TV channels are likely to be included in Build 35.

French and Polish localizations for Radio and TV channels are likely to be included in Build 35.

Created a batch of improvised spears with their own set of melee attacks.

Players can now fix a bayonet or other improvised stabbing weapon to certain guns.

Players can now fix a bayonet or other improvised stabbing weapon to certain guns.

Added variations of existing weapons like the hammer, including ballpeen, mallet, and clubhammer.

Added new items of clothing and improved textures for player character models.

Added two new sizes of trees that reach a maximum of two-storey height, providing three and four logs when chopped down.

Implemented a two-step building process where players must first build a wall frame before constructing the actual wall.

The free demo has been updated with features from Build 34, enhancing gameplay experience.

Experimenting with transparency effects when players are behind larger trees and slow-down mechanics when passing between tree sizes.

Experimenting with the cost of walls compared to current building mechanics, allowing for poorer versions that can be upgraded later.

Added two new sizes of trees that can reach up to two-storey height, providing three and four logs when chopped down.

Implemented a two-step building process requiring players to build a wall frame before constructing the actual wall, with options for lower-quality walls.

The free demo has been updated with features from Build 34, enhancing gameplay and overall experience.

New items and clothing modeled for use as melee weapons, including previously unmodeled items like the crowbar.

New melee attacks including rifle butts and pistol whips, along with new melee weapon models.

New clothing items and models for melee weapons, including previously unmodeled items like the crowbar.

A wider range of guns and ammo types will be added to enhance gameplay options.

New melee attacks including rifle butts and pistol whips, along with new melee weapon models.

A wider range of guns and ammo types will be added to enhance in-game firepower.

Updates and improvements to the animation system are currently in development.

Players can now build multi-stage objects, allowing upgrades to structures like walls once the correct level is reached.

Ongoing improvements to the nutrition system within the game.

Improvements to nutrition mechanics and ongoing work on the animation system.

Players must now build a frame before constructing walls, increasing construction time but offering more XP.

Players can choose different materials for linking poles, such as wooden fencing or metal wire.

Players can now upgrade walls and other structures after reaching the correct skill level, enhancing construction depth.

New metalwork skills allow players to create reinforced walls using metal frames, adding more strategic options.

Introduction of cross-skill abilities where metalwork can be combined with wood for reinforced walls.

Players can create walls using different materials, such as wooden frames with metal plates for increased durability.

New lighting system implemented in Build 34.

Players can now sleep together in co-op mode.

Introduction of freezers, new foodstuffs, and recipes; Nutrition component requires activation in sandbox settings.

New feature allowing players to sleep together in co-op mode.

Build 34 introduces a new food system with freezers, new foodstuffs, and recipes.

Every tile in the game has been redone by hand at twice the resolution.

Build 34 is now available on Steam with significant updates.

New networking feature allows easier joining of friends in-game.

Every single tile in the game has been redone by hand at twice the resolution.

New networking feature allows easier co-op gameplay with friends.

Enhancements made to the game's lighting system.

Players must now take bags off their back to access contents, making looting more strategic.

Experimentation with unifying textures between male and female animation meshes for more variety and consistency.

Experimentation with unifying textures between male and female animation meshes for more variety and customization.

Players must now take bags off their backs to access contents, making looting more strategic and immersive.

Introduction of a new precipitation system that enhances visual effects and allows for falling snow.

Introduction of a new precipitation system that enhances visual effects and opens possibilities for falling snow.

TurboTuTone's WordZed, a full modding tool, will be released soon.

Improvements and changes to metalwork based on community feedback discussed in a recent meeting.

TurboTuTone's WordZed, a full modding tool, will be released soon for community use.

The Easy PZ co-op setup has been integrated into the main IWBUMS Public Test Build.

Enhancements to make the digital radio system feel more 'analogue' for better player interaction.

The Easy PZ co-op setup has been integrated into the main IWBUMS Public Test Build.

Attention will be directed towards getting Build 34 out, which includes 2x visuals.

Improvements and changes to metalwork, including multiple versions of makeshift forges and new wall and barrier recipes.

Attention will be directed towards getting Build 34 out, with potential delays due to ongoing work on Nutrition and Metalwork.

Improvements to the digital radio system to make it feel more 'analogue' and enhance player interactions with transmissions.

Preliminary work on VOIP integration is planned for future updates.

Multiple versions of makeshift forges and new wall and barrier recipes are being developed.

Addressed various bugs with the new software skinning system that caused visual issues.

Players can create new characters to reclaim their previous constructions and loot.

Addressed various bugs with the new software skinning system that caused visual issues.

Seeking player feedback on the food system balance in the current IWBUMS build.

Wood stoves now function like fireplaces, providing light, warmth, and cooking capabilities.

Wood stoves now function like fireplaces, providing light, warmth, and cooking capabilities.

Added a server option that allows all players to sleep during co-op multiplayer.

Seeking player feedback on the balance of the food system in the current IWBUMS build.

Players can create a new character to reclaim their previous character's projects and loot.

Introduced a new co-op multiplayer system with simplified hosting and inviting mechanics.

Added a server option for players to sleep during co-op, speeding up server clock while sleeping.

Sleep mechanics updated to enhance gameplay experience and introduce fear elements.

Implemented UPnP to eliminate the need for port forwarding in the new multiplayer system.

New co-op system being tested, allowing players to invite friends easily via Steam.

Players can now use a blow torch and mask to adapt scrap metal into defenses and build a stone furnace for crafting.

A new animation system introduces various character animations and emotes for players.

A test version of Turbo’s radio/TV modding and translation tool will be released soon.

Two new skills, welding and metalworking, added to enhance gameplay.

Public test versions of easy server creation and friend invite co-op are in development.

Public test versions of easy server creation and friend invite co-op are in development.

A test version of a modding and translation tool for radio/TV is being developed.

Two new skills, welding and metalworking, added to enhance gameplay.

Players can build a stone furnace and create tools/items from iron, integrating with existing carpentry.

A demo of new individual character animations and emotes has been introduced.

Introduction of various shoving animations for the player while sprinting and bashing into zombies.

Release of a beta version showcasing new higher definition sprite-work for the map.

Implementation of varied blood overlays for injuries and zombie damage/decomposition.

Introduction of various shoving animations for the player while sprinting and bashing into zombies.

More hit reactions added for combat scenarios.

New build of the 'easy co-op' features is in internal testing, focusing on friend invites and server options.

Introduction of a beta version of the map showcasing higher definition sprite-work.

More hit reactions added for combat scenarios.

New ability to overlay varied blood and gore on clothing and skin.

Dedicated animations for walking and running through bushes and trees.

Binky's overhaul on texture mapping allows for varied detail on zombies and characters.

Overhaul of texture mapping across characters and clothing to allow for varied detail and avoid mirrored skin.

Rethinking and recoding of late-game metalworking to align better with game mechanics.

Plans for late-game metalworking are being rethought and recoded to align better with gameplay.

New animations for walking and running through bushes and trees.

New build of the 'easy co-op' features is in internal testing, focusing on friend invites and server options.

Experiment to see how it impacts player productivity.

Significant optimizations made to 3D models and animation system, reducing minimum requirements.

Metalworking will be split into smelting and metalworking skills, allowing players to create metal ingots and items.

Continued fixes for co-op functionality with plans for wider testing.

Community translation and Radio/TV broadcast tool nearing completion.

Upcoming release of a community translation tool for better localization.

Significant optimizations made to improve performance and reduce minimum requirements for running 3D models.

New skills for smelting and metalworking, allowing players to create metal ingots and items.

Experiment to see how it impacts player productivity.

Ongoing fixes for co-op functionality, with plans for wider testing.

The 'easy set-up' co-op feature is in testing, with some UI adjustments and bug fixes still needed.

Any visible glitches or non-synced animations in the video will be addressed before release.

Any visible glitches or non-synced animations in the video will be addressed before release.

The 'easy set-up' co-op feature is in testing, with some UI issues and bugs still to be resolved.

Introduction of 'masked animations' allowing upper body animations without interrupting lower body actions.

Introduction of 'masked animations' allowing upper body animations without interrupting lower body movement.

More civilian zombie variants and female zombies are planned for future updates.

A new library of animations for players and zombies is being implemented, including combat and character movement.

A new library of animations for players and zombies is being implemented, including combat and character movement.

Enhanced lighting improvements in the mall area to improve gameplay experience.

Enhanced lighting improvements have been implemented, making the mall environment more visually appealing.

Every single tile in Project Zomboid has been recreated at twice the resolution.

Current iteration of the new food system introduced, requiring community feedback for balance and bug identification.

Current iteration of the new food system introduced, requiring community feedback for balance and bug identification.

All tiles in Project Zomboid have been recreated at twice the resolution, now playable in IWBUMS public beta as part of Build 34.11.

Visual Studio Redist 2012 has been enabled for the beta branch, affecting the main version download.

The current iteration of the revamped food system is included in the IWBUMS beta for community feedback.

The work-in-progress build of Creative Mode has received updates related to the upcoming Secret Mission.

Turbo's WordZed 2.0 utility is nearing completion with updates to the TV/Radio system.

The WIP build of Creative Mode has received updates related to the upcoming Secret Mission.

The current iteration of the revamped food system is included in the IWBUMS beta for community feedback.

Turbo's WordZed 2.0 utility is nearing completion with potential updates to the TV/Radio system.

The IWBUMS public beta release includes significant engine improvements and an improved memory-saving light system.

The IWBUMS public beta release includes significant engine improvements and an improved memory-saving light system.

The sliced ham icon has been redesigned to look less inappropriate.

The sliced ham icon has been redesigned to look less inappropriate.

Development of a new editing suite for modders to package radio and TV content.

Team brainstorming ways to improve the current Inventory UI for better usability.

Development of a new editing suite for modders and community translators to enhance radio transmission content.

Ongoing revamp of the food system to balance long-term survival and short-term gameplay.

Team brainstorming ways to improve the current Inventory UI for better usability.

Ongoing improvements to the food system to balance gameplay for long-term survivalists and shorter-term players.

Opening up an IWBUMS public beta containing EP’s lighting upgrade and co-op features for testing.

An upcoming public beta will include EasyPickins' lighting upgrade and co-op features for testing.

New line-of-sight and lighting system written in C++ for faster performance and better handling of room lighting.

Changes allowing each map chunk to define its own height limits, enabling taller buildings.

Enhancements to building visibility to improve aesthetics when moving in front of structures.

Upcoming map building and multiplayer project mode to enhance community content creation.

New line-of-sight and lighting system implemented in C++ for faster performance and uniform room lighting.

Upcoming map building and multiplayer project mode aimed at enhancing community content.

Enhancements to cutaway segments for better visibility of buildings while inside them.

Introduction of freezer compartments in fridges, new recipes, and nutrition balance.

Testing of a new online co-op system allowing personal server creation with fewer issues.

Changes allowing each map chunk to define its own height limits, enabling taller buildings.

Initiated testing for a new online co-op system allowing easier personal server creation.

Introduction of freezer compartments in fridges, nutrition balance, and new recipes.

Indie Stone forums and Bug Tracker will be updated, with Bug Tracker set to Read Only during the transition.

TurboTuTone updates WordZed for modders and translators, enhancing editing capabilities and translation management.

TurboTuTone updates WordZed for modders and translators, enhancing editing capabilities and translation management.

Released a 'Food Tracker' test build containing early versions of new hunger and nutrition systems.

Released a 'Food Tracker' test build containing early versions of new hunger, nutrition, traits, and recipes systems.

Indie Stone forums and Bug Tracker will be updated, with the Bug Tracker set to Read Only for the transition.

Addition of new food items and crafting recipes to diversify player diet options.

Enhancements to server creation and player-invite systems for co-op gameplay, with planned UI tweaks.

Introduction of a new nutrition system that tracks carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins, impacting late-game survival and character performance.

Internal updates to the WordZed tool to facilitate easier modding and community translations.

Adjustments to hunger reductions to enhance gameplay realism and encourage varied food consumption.

Introduction of a new nutrition system tracking carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins, impacting late-game survival.

Enhancements to server creation and player-invite features in co-op mode.

Addressing remaining bugs in the new co-op features to improve player experience.

Adjustments to hunger reductions alongside new foods and crafting recipes.

Players can now dig with bare hands, risking hand damage if they lack tools.

Changed map downloading implementation to enhance robustness and reduce open ports.

Introduced co-op play to allow easier online gameplay with friends directly from the UI.

Added UPnP support to simplify server setup by eliminating the need for port forwarding.

A major fix that makes bleeding to death a more significant issue for injured survivors.

Further community translation work added.

Ongoing work on a full nutrition system affecting player health based on food variety.

Players can now dig with their bare hands, risking hand damage if they lack tools.

Improved visibility of zombies through glass doors.

Major fix that makes bleeding to death a more significant issue for injured survivors.

A new nutrition system is being researched and developed to affect player health based on food intake.

Players can now enable UPnP to avoid manual port forwarding for PZ servers.

Changed map downloading from Java sockets API to native Raknet API for robustness.

Aiming to simplify online play with friends directly from the game UI.

Contents of bags left on the ground now appear in the loot window.

Contents of bags left on the ground now appear correctly in the loot window.

Decreased the frequency of off-screen dogs and their associated noise.

Researching a more realistic nutrition system to impact player stamina, weight, and combat effectiveness.

Adjusting the boredom moodle to have a greater impact on gameplay.

Developing a nutrition system that affects player stamina, weight, and combat effectiveness.

Improved sound and added a radio/TV lore timeline to enhance the zombie apocalypse experience.

Fixed an issue where zombies could be seen through glass doors.

Addressed lag issues related to light switches in multiplayer mode.

Planning enhancements to the radio UI for easier access to late-game broadcasts.

Creative Mode is nearing completion, allowing players to build commercial structures using templates.

Updating WordZed to facilitate radio broadcast modding and community localization.

Enhancements to the boredom moodle to impact gameplay more significantly.

Creative Mode now allows for the generation of commercial buildings and shops from templates.

Announcing updates to forums and bug tracker for better community engagement.

Making WordZed suitable for modding and community localization for radio broadcasts.

Planning improvements to the radio UI for easier access to late-game broadcasts.

Addressed lag issues related to light switches in multiplayer mode.

Fixed an issue where zombies could be seen through glass doors.

Significantly toned down the noise made by off-screen dogs.

Fixed numerous bugs including health-panel errors and lighting issues.

Crafting UI now displays spices and poison correctly.

Added options to control zombie thumping behavior based on sound.

Possibly fixed the issue of multiple copies of players appearing in multiplayer.

Players are now saved every minute instead of every 2 seconds.

Added buttons to enable/disable mods and improved mod URL handling.

Introduced a new sound engine for improved audio experience.

Added various new sounds including fridge buzz, water drip, and birds.

Balanced zombie grouping for easier starting game experience.

Added /alarm command for server admins to trigger alarms.

Players can now find medicinal herbs for healing, with new poisonous berries/mushrooms.

Adjusted falling speed to consider framerate.

Resolved issues with context menu displaying incorrect options for outdoor chairs.

Added farming and electronics magazines for learning new skills.

Enhanced audio experience with proper 3D sound.

Introduced a new sound engine with proper 3D sound and tons of new ambient sounds.

Buildings can now be burnt, looted, or barricaded, enhancing world realism.

Added radios and TVs to enhance gameplay.

Added herbalist trait for finding medicinal herbs and identifying poisonous plants.

Balanced zombie spawning to make the start of the game easier.

Buildings can now be burnt, looted, or barricaded, enhancing world liveliness.

PZServerSettings now reads/writes advanced zombie population options.

Players can now move furniture in the game.

Active translation mods will now load when joining a server.

Crafting UI now displays spices and poison added to recipes.

Context-menu item added to show remaining water in a Rain Collector Barrel.

Added context-menu item to show remaining water in Rain Collector Barrel.

Players are now saved every minute instead of every 2 seconds.

Possibly fixed issue with multiple copies of players appearing in multiplayer.

Revamped main menu for easier difficulty customization and game start options.

Helicopter now circles around the player, requiring hiding to stop it.

Revamped main menu for easier difficulty setting customization.

Implemented a new algorithm for creepy ambient music at night.

Zombies that fall from heights will now take damage.

Corrected the weight of sliced/smashed watermelon.

Added options for zombies to thump only when chasing or hearing sounds.

A new option for starting from a blank page with an infinite randomly generated landscape for city building.

Massive expansion of New Denver map, extending North, South, and East to enhance gameplay experience.

Introduction of Creative Mode, a building tool for solo and online play, allowing players to create and populate their own towns.

Introduction of Creative Mode, a building tool for solo and online play, allowing players to create and populate towns.

Massive expansion of New Denver map, extending North, South, and East with new wilderness and authentic locations.

New World option allows players to start from a blank page with an infinite randomly generated landscape for building.