About
Project Zomboid is an open-ended zombie-infested sandbox. It asks one simple question – how will you die?
In the towns of Muldraugh and West Point, survivors must loot houses, build defences and do their utmost to delay their inevitable death day by day. No help is coming – their continued survival relies on their own cunning, luck and ability to evade a relentless horde.Current Features
Hardcore Sandbox Zombie Survival Game with a focus on realistic survival.
Online multiplayer survi...
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Release date:
7 November 2013
Recent Steam reviews:
Very positive
(4856)
All Steam reviews:
Very positive
(250745)
Early Access
This early access game is not complete and may or may not change further.
Game features
Description
Project Zomboid is an open-ended zombie-infested sandbox. It asks one simple question – how will you die?
In the towns of Muldraugh and West Point, survivors must loot houses, build defences and do their utmost to delay their inevitable death day by day. No help is coming – their continued survival relies on their own cunning, luck and ability to evade a relentless horde.Current Features
- Hardcore Sandbox Zombie Survival Game with a focus on realistic survival.
- Online multiplayer survival with persistent player run servers.
- Local 4 player split-screen co-op
- Hundreds of zombies with swarm mechanics and in-depth visual and hearing systems.
- Full line of sight system and real-time lighting, sound and visibility mechanics. Hide in the shadows, keep quiet and keep the lights off at night, or at least hang sheets over the windows.
- Vast and growing map (loosely based on a real world location) for you to explore, loot and set up your fortress. Check out Blindcoder’s map project:
- Vehicles with full physics and deep and realistic gameplay mechanics.
- Use tools and items to craft weapons, barricade and cook. You can even build zombie proof forts by chopping trees, sawing wood and scavenging supplies.
- Deal with depression, boredom, hunger, thirst and illness while trying to survive.
- Day turns to night. The electricity falters. Hordes migrate. Winter draws in. Nature gradually starts to take over.
- Farming, fishing, carpentry, cooking, trapping, character customization, skills and perks that develop based on what you do in-game.
- Proper zombies that don’t run. (Unless you tell them to in the sandbox menu).
- A ton of amazing atmospheric music tracks by the prodigy that is Zach Beever.
- Imaginative Challenge scenarios and instant action ‘Last Stand’ mode, on top of regular Sandbox and Survival
- Full, open and powerful Lua modding support.
- Xbox Controller Gamepad support on Windows. (Other gamepads can be set up manually.)
We’re a small team at the moment, but we’re also committed to providing the following:planned Features:
- The return of our PZ Stories mode that also serves as first ever tutorial actively trying to kill you at every turn. Kate and Baldspot return!
- In-depth and varied NPC encounters driven in a persistent world, powered by a metagame system that turns each play-through into your very own zombie survival movie with emergent narrative gameplay.
- Constant expansion of the countryside and cities around Muldraugh and West Point
- Full wilderness survival systems, animals and hunting for food.
- More items, crafting recipes, weapons and gameplay systems.
- Steam Workshop and Achievements support
For more details on the game follow us on @theindiestone or visit
Configurations
minimum*
- OS: Windows 10, 64 Bit
- 64bit OS required
- Processor: Intel 2.77GHz Quad-core
- Memory: 8Gb Ram
- Hard Disk Space: 5gig
- Video Card: Dedicated graphics card with 2 GB of RAM minimum, OpenGL 2.1 and GLSL 1.2 support (generally 2012 or newer)
- Sound: FMOD compatible sound card
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Game review score
based on 39 reviews, all languages included
Recent reviews
At first I received a used code but support was able to give me a new active code.
2024-06-07T13:50:04-0400
"Project Zomboid" stands out as a survival game that immerses players in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies. Developed by The Indie Stone, this game offers a unique blend of sandbox gameplay, realistic survival mechanics, and intense zombie encounters that keep players on the edge of their seats.
Central to the experience of "Project Zomboid" is its emphasis on realism and immersion. Players must scavenge for food, water, and supplies while avoiding hordes of ravenous zombies and dealing with other survivors. Every decision matters, from where to scavenge for resources to how to fortify your safehouse against the undead threat. The game's focus on realism creates a sense of tension and urgency that keeps players engaged and invested in their survival.
The world of "Project Zomboid" is procedurally generated, ensuring that each playthrough offers a unique experience. Players must navigate through urban streets, rural landscapes, and abandoned buildings, all while contending with dynamic weather, environmental hazards, and the ever-present threat of zombie attacks. The game's open-world design encourages exploration and discovery, with hidden locations to uncover and secrets to unravel.
Survival mechanics play a central role in "Project Zomboid," requiring players to manage their character's hunger, thirst, fatigue, and mental health. Scavenging for food and supplies becomes a constant struggle as resources dwindle and the undead threat looms ever closer. Players must also contend with injuries, illnesses, and other ailments that can impact their ability to survive in the harsh world of "Project Zomboid."
Combat in "Project Zomboid" is brutal and unforgiving. Players must carefully choose their battles, as engaging zombies in combat can be risky and potentially deadly. Firearms attract attention and can draw more zombies to your location, while melee weapons offer a quieter but riskier approach. The game's realistic physics system adds to the challenge, requiring players to carefully time their attacks and manage their stamina to survive.
One of the standout features of "Project Zomboid" is its focus on emergent storytelling. Every decision and action taken by the player has consequences that ripple throughout the game world, shaping the narrative in unpredictable ways. Whether forging alliances with other survivors, barricading themselves in a makeshift shelter, or scavenging for supplies in the ruins of civilization, players are free to write their own story of survival in the face of the zombie apocalypse.
Visually, "Project Zomboid" features a minimalist art style that effectively conveys the bleak and desolate atmosphere of its post-apocalyptic setting. The game's sound design is equally impressive, with haunting ambient music and chilling sound effects that heighten the sense of tension and dread.
In conclusion, "Project Zomboid" offers a compelling and immersive survival experience that challenges players to survive in a harsh and unforgiving world overrun by the undead. With its realistic survival mechanics, dynamic gameplay, and emergent storytelling, "Project Zomboid" stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of the zombie apocalypse genre.
2024-05-26T17:25:36-0400
Its a very good and fun game to play alone and with friends, its very much like Minecraft with no ending and a sandbox game. The game is based on a character that has to survive a zombie apocalypse. You can play so you focus more on building a base and you can play where you focus more just to kill zombies.
- Fun
- Challening
- Multiplayer
- Hard
- Crafting
- Lonely
2024-04-12T09:27:12-0400
Project Zomboid is an exceptional survival game that stands out for its realistic and immersive approach. The game's deep crafting system, realistic character needs, and the persistent open world create a tense and engaging experience. The constant threat of zombies and the need for strategic decision-making make Project Zomboid a must-play for fans of challenging and authentic survival gameplay.
- Immersive
- Strategic
- Realistic
- none
2024-02-09T10:47:46-0500
gameplay juste exceptionnel , mais la difficultés mal réglé pousse le joueur a lâcher le jeux très rapidement dommage pour un jeu avec de tel avantage .
il s'apparente plus un défie qu'a une véritable aventure agréable
- gameplay
- novateur
- difficulté
- interface
- aucune aide
2023-02-21T08:12:32-0500
The graphics could get some people to stay away from that game and thats actually the most ununderstandable thing about games nowadays, i mean, has your new triple-A survival game a way to put your ring on every finger you want to or put your cap the way you want?
That's what i thought
- Atmosphere
- Realism
- very very much things to do (worth hundreds of hours)
- none
- nope
- absolutely nothing
2022-08-22T13:28:15-0400
This game is amazing, it is incredibly unique and it features one of the most in-depth survival mechanics I've ever seen. It is a great combination of survival, a bit of horror and a hell of a lot of fun. It also includes an amazing map with an amazing modding community that has both expanded and made entirely new maps, so the fun never stops, but in the end, this is how you died.
- Great devs
- Constant updates
- Great map
- Steep learning curve
2022-08-21T05:35:29-0400
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