Steam Workshop::essential mods

Created by Monkey

B42 Version - https://steamproxy.net/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3388017161 Disclaimer and FAQs Mod is still in active development, so expect updates. Mod is tested in Singleplayer, Coop and Dedicated Server environments with multiple people. It works....

Better Sorting

Created by ChthonicKnight

https://i.imgur.com/1orZhRT.png https://i.imgur.com/zAPkUqK.png https://i.imgur.com/b7IzB3H.png Complete overhaul to item categories and various name tweaks. Compatible with B41, B40, and Multiplayer(B40+B41)! This mod can be safely added or removed from a...

Eggon's Have I Found This Book???

Created by Eggon

Are you frustrated when you don't remember which of the plethora of books you haven't found yet? Are you fed up with constant checking and writing down? Install this mod and relax. Or at least focus on killing zeds. This mod will AUTOMATICALLY remember eve...

Extra Map Symbols

Created by Wipe

Extra Map Symbols - adds additional map symbols following base game style - adds symbols variants to base game symbols (requires Extra Map Symbols UI) - replaces angled arrows with own version, aligned to roads - replaces "KnifeFork" with own version - rep...

Fluffy Hair [B41 & B42]

Created by Scavenger

This mod will add for almost all hats new adjusted hair models for the default hairs to keep their original shape when wearing something on the head. No more Ponytails or flat hairs! You can still turn your hair into ponytail if you wish so. (Also i improv...

Fuel Side Indicator

Created by kabaww

EXCITING NEWS! The latest blog post by The Indie Stone (https://projectzomboid.com/blog/news/2023/11/one-door-openz/) seems to hint that they will add a fuel-side indicator to the vanilla game on Build 42. I'm so happy that the developers noticed this smal...

Improved Build Menu [Build 41]

Created by Vaileasys

This is a quality of life mod with the main goal of tidying up the build menu for both Carpentry and Metalworking. Some new buildables from the base game are also added. Packaged with 3 versions Enable the appropriate version for your game. If unsure which...

Improved Hair Menu

Created by duckduckquak

Replaces the hairstyle, skin color and clothing dropdowns with a 3D preview. Also changes the in-game haircut menu. Usage Drag the preview to rotate the model Click to select Arrows switch pages Compatibility The mod uses a copy of the vanilla ...

Just Throw Them Out The Window

Created by co`

What is this about? This mod is meant to address a single problem. You all know too well that awkward moment when the upper levels of your base get invaded by zombies. If you're lucky enough to survive this, you end up with piles of corpses all around the ...

Manage Containers

Created by Jeff

Works with existing saves for singleplayer and multiplayer. https://steamuserimages-a.akamaihd.net/ugc/949594676172630940/DE4E29B45DA7A9A0F0C11E05869F6156D3D1A170/ What's the purpose? You've just finished a big haul, you're back at your base and now you ha...

Map Legend UI [B42\41]

Created by NikGamer

Works with Build 42! Playing build 41, but still don't remember what all the building colors stand for? Or, perhaps, like me, you think that the vanilla build 42 map key looks a bit... off? Suffer no longer. This mod adds a legend from old town maps to in-...

Weapon Condition Indicator [41.60+]

Created by NoctisFalco

The mod shows condition (durability) of a weapon attached to the hotbar (back, belt, holster, etc.) or equipped in the primary hand. And many other useful features. Features - Two types of weapon condition indicators: icon (star or bubble) and progress bar...

PZ-ClothingUI - Clothing items grid view (B41 + B42)

Created by Ramp

PZ-ClothingUI - Clothing items grid view Info This mode provides alternative graphical UI for equipped clothing items. Features Draggable button to display equipped items in an overview window (drag by grey border) Items are displayed in categories (right ...

Spongie's Hair

Created by spongie

Supports B41 and B42. Works in multiplayer Adds 78 new hairstyles for both body types Immersion breaking hairstyles don't spawn on zombies. Full hairstyle list is in the preview images above and the pinned discussion below Recommended Mods: Fluffy Hair - R...

Read Faster When Sitting (for Build 41)

Created by RH4DB4

座っていれば読書が少し速くなります。立ってるよりは読書が捗るはず。これはチートロールプレイ用です。速く読みたいだけならそのためのModが他にいくつもあるのでそちらで。実装の都合上、立った状態から座るとプログレスバーはリセットされます。車の座席に座った場合も効果があります。 Build 41.78で動作確認しました。他のバージョンで動くかは分かりません。このModはシングルプレイヤーモード用に作成しました。マルチプレイヤーモードで動く保証はありません。この機能を扱う他のModと競合するかもし...

Mod Options (Build 41)

Created by star

ModOptions WIP (paused)! Allows other mods to be customized. Any mod author can add custom options to their mod. Requirements (!) THIS MOD IS COMPATIBLE ONLY WITH BUILD 41 (!) For Build 42 see here. Steam Workshop Issues 1. Quit the game. 2. Unsubscribe. W...

Mod Manager

Created by NoctisFalco

Improved mods selection screen. UPDATE 2022-02-05 - "Disable all" and "Disable all (except favorites)" options will not disable Mod Manager when editing the default mod list. - Fixed an error when changing the screen resolution. If you appreciate my work, ...

Authentic Z

Created by Authentic Peach

Want a FUN and REALISTIC zombie outfit distribution mod? This mod is for you! This mod adds a variety of zones into the game which gives zombies outfits to match their surroundings. It also adds over 150 custom outfits which are appropriately placed on zom...

Brita's Armor Pack

Created by BRITA

We are trying to fix the mod, no promises....Many of the work-around methods that allow the features of this mod to work have been shut-down and disabled by B42. Some are recoverable, some may not be, some will not be. Everything was affected, and not one ...

Brita's Weapon Pack

Created by BRITA

We are trying to fix the mod, no promises....Many of the work-around methods that allow the features of this mod to work have been shut-down and disabled by B42. Some are recoverable, some may not be, some will not be. Everything was affected, and not one ...

Combat Text (B40+B41+B42)

Created by Rezistor

Show health bar above zombie heads and damage dealt Health bar features: shown when player hit zombie for first time and health bar is not visible (100% = current zombie health) health loss is animated (orange part of bar) bar will hide itself after 10 in-...

eris_minimap

Created by eris

eris_minimap This is the main branch of development for the minimap. B40 support has been REMOVED from this branch eris_minimap_classic will continue to support b40 legacy This branch will receive feature updates, fixes and changes as they are completed. I...

Has Been Read

Created by PePePePePeil

In v2.14, support for Titled Literature (e.g. Books and Magazines) has been added. However, please note that these items, will be marked as "Already Read" they are read after enabling the mod or updating it. The icon display for these items can be turned o...

Map Symbol Size Slider

Created by capsgry

This mod adds a symbol size slider to map symbols menu. With it you can change the size of symbols and notes on the map. Features Resize symbols and notes on global map and map items FAQ Can I make the symbols even bigger? The main purpose of the mod is to...

They Knew [B41]

Created by Afterworlds

The Update for B42 can be found RIGHT HERE They Knew The Knox county incident was never a "random accident" or whatever the news was saying. Someone knew about this. They were there on the ground to observe the effects. What they didn't know, was how bad i...

Undead Survivor

Created by Scavenger

This mod adds currently 5 new outfits which only spawn on zombies! More to come time to time Features: - Outfits will spawn on zombies, this is the only way you can find them - You can tuck the trousers into your shoes - Hood up and Hood down features for ...

Scrap Armor!

Created by djvirus

Welcome! This mod adds some new post apocalyptic / homemade Armor! These can be made with various recources and tools you find troughout the world. To craft Armor, check the "Armor" tab in your crafting menu! https://i.imgur.com/p7Fv1Z6.gif UPDATE: Added b...

Scrap Weapons!

Created by djvirus

Welcome This mod adds a ton of new post apocalyptic / homemade melee weapons! These can be made with various recources and tools you find troughout the world. Most weapons are upgrades from vanilla weapons, so check the new "Weapons" tab in your crafting m...

25% Wood Weight

Created by Kechna

25% Wood Weight Reduce weight of planks, logs and a few related items to 25% of their original weight. Affected items: 2 Logs Stack 3 Logs Stack 4 Logs Stack Log Notched Wooden Plank Plank Spiked Plank Tree Branch Unusable Wood Details Build 42+ Uses Lua t...

Auto Mechanics B41

Created by Tchernobill

So you are here ? Ah.. you wanna play with cars but you lack experience. You've come to the right place. At least if you are using B41 or previous versions. The version for B42 and further versions if here. All questions that are not answered below will be...

Bushcraft Gear - Rare Weapons [B41 & B42]

Created by Scavenger

This mod adds 2 vanilla friendly new rare weapons and replaces the katana model to fit better into the collection. (No stats of the katana has changed) New weapons are: - Viking Axe - Reinforced Baseball Bat While the rarity does match with the katana they...

Calorie Fix

Created by DreadLordNaf

42 compatible! This mod fixes the abnormally high calorie burn rate from simply walking that was introduced in version 41.78, that causes walking to consume more calories than running. Currently in 41.78 (and it appears on 42) walking will consume 110% of ...

Common Sense

Created by Braven

https://i.ibb.co/RgvffPG/Banner-Mod-Title.png It's something so simple, but PZ lacks it sometimes. This mod solves this issue by adding many Quality of Life improvements to the game. I plan to continuously update this mod, adding more and more common sense...

Bushcraft Gear - Tools

Created by Scavenger

Adds 6 new vanilla friendly weapons to your world: - Hand Hatchet - Splitting Axe - Cheap Survival Knife - Survival Knife - Kukri Machete - Rancher Machete (Default weapons has not been replaced, they are still in the game) Every weapon/tool has different ...

Firearms

Created by Hyzo

Overall firearms overhaul. Adds several new guns: Glock 17 (9x19mm) Colt Single Action Army (.44-40 WCF) MP5 (9x19mm) UZI Carbine (9x19mm) Winchester 1894 (.44 Magnum) Winchester 1873 (.44-40 WCF) FN FAL (7.62x51mm/.308 Winchester) M60 (7.62x51mm/.308 Winc...

Find Axes and Sledgehammers

Created by Tyrannodorkus

ANNOUNCEMENT With the new build on the way and no way to guarantee updates, I just want to add on here that I open this mod up for anyone to take and do as they wish. You can add it to your mod, re-upload with any fixes, etc. I don't need any credit. Axes ...

General Container

Created by QQ

Attention The mod is provided "as is", at least for a while. I see several problems at the base of the mod. Now I need some time to think and change the concept. Thank you for your understanding. Description This mod shows all the loot from the available c...

[B41/B42] I Don't Need A Lighter

Created by Fingbel

What is this mod ? So you're telling me that people can't light a cigarette while sitting in front of a campfire or while driving around in a 90's car ? Well this is over with this mod. You now have access to a car-lighter within every car and you can also...

More Traits

Created by HypnoToadTrance

IMPORTANT: Build 41.68 and Higher Due to false-flags for anti-cheat, it is recommended to disable anti-cheat when hosting a server with this mod. You can try enabling some anti-cheats, but your mileage may vary. A Personal Appeal To Decency: Please do not ...

Noir's Rifle Slings

Created by Noir

I asked Akyet if I can upload my own version of his Rifle Slings, he said yes so here's is Features Adds a Sling slot to equip 2h guns/melee weapons Sling can be wear in four positions Slings doesn't worn out Slings keeps position when wearing a backpack S...

Nutrition Indicator

Created by star

It's a cheaty interface mod. Shows nutrition info. Tags:B41,Interface Workshop ID: 2139433482 Mod ID: nutritionindicator41...

Rain Wash

Created by NoctisFalco

Rain washes blood and dirt away. Including the character's body, clothing, equipped bags, equipped and attached weapons, the vehicle your character is in and vehicle attached to it or last used vehicle and vehicle attached to it. How it works Body, clothin...

Snow is water [MP Working - b41.74]

Created by Buhorl

Info Snow is still water, so Rain Collectors and Metal Barrels will be filled when snowing, just at a slower rate (50%). It's a small mod that I created for myself for winter storm playthroughs. It works great paired with mods such as Cryogenic winter, Ete...

Spongie's Clothing

Created by spongie

Supports B41 and B42. Works in multiplayer Adds 28 new clothing items Most jackets added can be opened or rolled which will lower their insulation and weather protection. Also unhides sweaters under jackets. The full item list can be found pinned in the di...

Wring Out Clothing

Created by Kelbs

Closed laundromats got you down? Tired of living in pools of sweat? Use that arm-power to twist and squeeze that wetness away! The amount of water than can be removed from clothing and towels is dependent on a character's strength. Strength 10: Wring to 10...

Vanilla Vehicle Enhancer

Created by Mighty Imp

*** NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT *** *** 03/29/2025 *** THIS MOD'S AUTHOR IS NO LONGER INTERESTED IN UPDATING THIS MOD. THEREFORE THE AUTHOR GRANTS ANYONE THE RIGHT TO FEEL FREE TO USE THE FILES CONTAINED IN THE MOD AS THEY SO CHOOSE. UPDATE THE MOD FOR B42 OR US...

'89 Isuzu Trooper

Created by KI5

Have plans for a long drive, maybe want to try out that nomad life? A trooper with a full set of armor, generator, some extra gas and a lot of space to store stuff will be your best friend! It comes in 3 variants: Short RS 2 door, normal 4 door and the 4 d...

Arsenal[26] GunFighter Mod [2.0]

Created by Arsenal[26]

Welcome to Arsenal GunFighter Mod HERE IS THE OFFICIAL GUNFIGHTER MOD GUIDE (@Vara click here ^) - Do NOT run Old or Multiple Versions of GunFighter Mod - You MUST Update Brita's Weapon Pack, GunFighter Requires Most Recent Version - Single-Player Still Re...

Filibuster Rhymes' Used Cars!

Created by Filibuster Rhymes

Hey dudes, the comments are disabled because it's just Russian spam now, haha. Once build 42 is out and stable, I'll update this version and re-enable comments. Until then, if you need any help with it, feel free to join the discord. You should also check ...

Firearm Books

Created by Blackbeard

What does this mod do? Build 42 adds Aiming and Reloading Books. This mod will not be updated for Build 42. Adds books that will give an xp multiplier to Aiming and Reloading Skills. There are only 3 books for Aiming and Reloading, not 5. Confirmed to work...

[B42 & 41] Tactical Weapons

Created by Bandi232

Updated for B42. If the Steam Workshop doesn't update mod due to a bug, you may run into problems. In that case, try unsubscribe and resubscribe again please. Adds several tactical melee weapons to the game. Lootable New Weapons : Carbon Fiber Hockey Stick...

The Workshop

Created by djvirus

Welcome! This mod adds more crafting features to the game! With this mod you no longer have to drop your broken tools on the ground. Now you can disassemble them for scrap (screws, metal parts, wood) You can also disassemble any metallic vanilla item in th...

Auto Cook B41

Created by Tchernobill

So you are here ? Ah.. you're bored of spending your life preparing your next meal. You've come to the right place. How to initiate the food preparation ? You need an empty Bowl, Frying Pan or Griddle Pan. You need accessible food. See your Character Info ...

AutoReload

Created by Tchernobill

Optimize reload training. So you are here ? Ah.. You don't know what to do, stuck in your base with that broken leg. You've come to the right place. How it works Get that shotgun you just plundered, one or more shells, and train your Reload speed. Yes, you...

Auto Sewing B41

Created by Tchernobill

Automatic Tailoring Training. Easy hole reparation and patch. Hole detection and missing patch detection. So you are here ? Ah.. you probably wanna protect yourself but tailoring would destroy your fingers and brain. You've come to the right place. Automat...

Backpack Borders [b41]

Created by Notloc

THIS IS VANILLA AS OF B42 Backpack Borders is a small UI tweak that adds a background and border to the container buttons in Zomboid's inventory windows. The change makes it easier to see each individual button, particularly when the player is using dark c...

Belt Wearing Zombies

Created by wonkotron

Zombies might wear belts! This mod is intended to provide a logical source of belts for use with Long Term Survival recipes. Configuration variables can be found in sandbox options. Source Code and Bug Reporting https://github.com/wonkozomboid/BeltWearingZ...

Breaking In

Created by Braven

This Standalone version of the Common Sense mod includes only the new gameplay mechanic of prying open doors, windows, garages, vehicles, etc. using crowbars! How does it work? Have a crowbar on you, and you can now pry stuff open! Just right click a locke...

Clear description for Moodles

Created by Unamelable

Updated language description for everyone! (Hello World!) Considering that "More Description for Traits" exists, I was surprised nobody made a mod for moodles. I figured it would be quite handy to have this mod alongside it. So I made this little QoL mod. ...

Disassemble Container With Items

Created by kor_human

You can take apart the container that contains the item. Workshop ID: 2835852387 Mod ID: Disassemble Container With Items Mod ID: Disassemble Container With Items...

Equipment UI - Paper Doll Equipment Interface [B42/41]

Created by Notloc

https://i.imgur.com/w5yeFNP.png Equipment UI Equipment UI is an addition to Project Zomboids interface that adds a paper doll (STALKER / tArKov inspired) equipment panel for managing and viewing your character's equipment. Use mod options to hide equipped ...

[B41/B42] Faster Hood Opening

Created by TehaGP

Faster Hood Opening Makes the Hood Opening be almost instant instead of taking some a few seconds. Build 42 Compatible! Build 41 Compatibility Remains! https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Chuckleberry-Finn/chuckImages/main/PZmodCommBanner1.png https://cdn.pr...

Fixable back holes

Created by Diakon

Ever found that your pristine clothing has one hole you can't patch? Well, now you can. Turns out that all clothing had one more part it covered that wasn't included in the UI, and this fixes that! Just remember that padding on your back doesn't affect you...

[B41 / B42] Load All Magazines

Created by Foteq

PRESS ESCAPE TO CANCEL IN ANY SITUATION Adds an option to the right click context menu to load/unload all magazines of the selected type. Does not effect radial menu reloading. Modifies ISInventoryPaneContextMenu.doMagazineMenu, so will be incompatible wit...

Minimal Display Bars (Build 40/41)

Created by ATPHHe

Minimal Display Bars 4.3.5 (Updates (Discontinued)) I apologize as I am not currently maintaining this project. Everyone has permission to fork or rework code under the Github MIT license. Link: Github Vorshim's B42 port: Minimal Display Bars + Nutritions ...

More Description for Traits [b41 & b42.8]

Created by Champy

NOW COMPATIBLE with 42.8 - Corrected the duplication bug - Refactored the free recipe code so it's limited per crafting category and better to visualize - Added Inventive description This mod is intended for players who are confused about what effects each...

Nested Containers

Created by Sioyth

Are you tired of playing inventory Jenga in Project Zomboid? Do you constantly find yourself questioning whether that bag contains another bag or just a bunch of junk you don't need? Well, fear not, because the "Nested Containers" mod is here to take the g...

Real Ladder

Created by 千年纹

1. Ladders on the map can now be climbed, and players can also build ladders. 2. Remember to turn off anti cheating when online 3. Press E up and down 4. The ladder can only be a floor 5.We can only sacrifice part of the animation effect so that the player...

Rename Containers

Created by Coach

Does what it says on the tin: lets you give containers a custom name. Simply click on the name in the inventory screen to rename. Works in multiplayer! It is safe to add or remove this mod mid-game. Credits Russian translation by ?Akrel? Ukrainian translat...

Reorder Containers - Backpack Orders [B42/41]

Created by Notloc

Reorder Containers is an inventory mod that allows you to customize the order in which containers and backpacks appear in the inventory. Simply drag and drop the container icons to rearrange them to your liking. They'll even remember their preferred order ...

Reorder The Hotbar [B42/41]

Created by Notloc

Reorder The Hotbar is a mod that allows you to customize the order of the items in your hotbar. Simply drag and drop the hotbar slots to rearrange them to your liking. This mod also adds the ability to click on the hotbar slots as an alternative to pressin...

Skill Recovery Journal

Created by Chuckleberry Finn

Lore-friendly(ish) solution to the loss of a character. Craftable journals which allow the recovery of skills and recipes. https://raw.githubusercontent.com/ChuckTheSheep/chuckImages/main/kofi_big.png https://raw.githubusercontent.com/ChuckTheSheep/chuckIm...

Stop, Drop 'n Roll (the "Fire Self-Extinguish" Mod)!

Created by Jaql

Stop, Drop, and Roll! "Stop, drop, and roll" is a fire-safety technique for when your clothes catch fire. If your clothes catch fire: STOP where are you are! DROP to the ground and cother your nose and mouth! ROLL over back and forth until the flames are o...

Visible Holster

Created by _moryan_

With this mod you can see the holster! This simple mod let you see holster on your character, which will add some more realism in how looks equipment on you! This modification makes Holster and Dual Holster from vanilla visible on the player character. You...

'70 Dodge Challenger

Created by KI5

How about some muscle in Kentucky? A lot of power and even more noise, Dodge Challenger! Now with 5 variants, with a lot of distinctive features, something for everyone! It has a full set of armor and a bunch of parts to customize it. It's fast but it lack...

'90 Ford F350 Ambulance

Created by KI5

Type 1 ambulance on a Ford F350 frame! Packed with parts, features, armor and some surprises. It has a lot of storage compartments inside and out, but it's wide, long and heavy so don't expect it to break any speed records. Now with a SWAT variant! Main fe...

'90 Pierce Arrow Pumper

Created by KI5

It's a red fire truck! Arrow comes with an optional water tank, a lot of storage compartments, some fire department items, craftable armor and many more features. Main features: 2 front Bumpers with 2 tiered protection Fully animated hood, trunk, doors and...

'92 AM General M998 + M101A3 Cargo trailer

Created by KI5

And now... for something completely different, fully animated M998 HMMWV! I've been asked many many times to make this thing and I refused for many reasons but the time was right and it seemed like a great candidate for a test. A concept to see what PZ can...

Autotsar Trailers

Created by iBrRus

https://steamuserimages-a.akamaihd.net/ugc/2047488292130357038/307A1EFBD98F7B63C736466AACD5CF58235FB88A/ Autotsar Trailers Inc. - the best trailers in Kentucky! Do you work on a construction site and your tool no longer fits into the car? Tired of running ...

Spongie's Open Jackets

Created by spongie

Supports B41 and B42. Should work in multiplayer Open jackets, roll shirts, tie sweaters, tuck pants Adds new ways that clothing items can be worn such as: opening and rolling jackets/shirts, tying sweaters & hoodies, and tucking in pants. Supports almost ...