25 Best Project Zomboid Mods

Project Zomboid is one of the longest and still active zombie games out there and is still popular after 10+ years. As with any game that has a strong following and a dedicated fanbase, it’s only natural that there would be mods. With so many mods to choose from, let’s take a look at some of the best mods available, that you can try out today and spice up your playthrough.

Mod Manager

Author: NoctisFalco
Download Link: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2694448564

If you’re planning on installing plenty of mods for your game, you’ll need a way to manage them effectively. The default tool that is provided is good, but this mod manager has a bit more features and is particularly useful when it comes to larger mod folders. Simply, the Mod Manager will filter, sort, and if necessary search through mods, and give you the option of seeing where the mod is coming from. If you’re one of the players who likes to change their game frequently, then this tool will be a huge help.

EXP recovery

Author: Vishnya
Download Link: https://www.nexusmods.com/projectzomboid/mods/92

Reading books is a great way to get experience, but it’s quite easy to miss a perk early on, making reading less efficient later on. EXP recovery can be a lifesaver for some players, as it automatically retrieves and saves exp, for each skill book level. It allows you to level up faster and more effectively. The mod is also compatible with any mod that introduces skill books, and even with mods that introduce new perks (provided that they have a corresponding book).

Common Sense

Author: BitBraven
Download Link: https://www.nexusmods.com/projectzomboid/mods/87

Common Sense is that thing that is usually lacking in everyday life and can be surprisingly useful. Published by Braven, Common Sense is probably one of the more detailed mods out there. It has an extensive list of new features and changes, greatly improving the game. Simple things, such as using crowbars to pry open more things (windows, doors, car doors), more ways to open cans, more recipes for crafting items and weapons, and so on.
In addition to this, it also supports multiplayer and also works on existing saves. So, if you want more common sense, then get this mod instead.

Enhanced Zoom

Author: herbsandspices
Download link: https://www.nexusmods.com/projectzomboid/mods/82

If for some reason the usual view isn’t enough, then this is the mod for you. Enhanced Zoom gives you more control over your camera, and gives you a better view of your surroundings, or a better zoom-in function. In case you need even more control over your camera, it allows you to better zoom in/out giving you a more smoother experience.

Show Skill XP Gain

Author: Kaedius
Download link: https://www.nexusmods.com/projectzomboid/mods/78

A simple mod, that will show the amount of XP that you have gained through your playthrough. It’s ideal for newcomers and veterans alike since it adds a neat feature for much smoother gameplay.

Realistic Body Textures

Author:
Download link: https://www.nexusmods.com/projectzomboid/mods/29

While Project Zomboid might not be the most beautiful game out there, its graphics are clean and serviceable. There is nothing wrong with them, in case you wanted a bit more detailed characters, then Realistic Body Textures got you covered. This mod will give you more detailed textures for both survivors and zombies, making them more detailed. So, if you wanted just a bit more realism in the visual department, then this mod will do.

Craftable Molotov Cocktails

Author: Giulianosse
Download link: https://www.nexusmods.com/projectzomboid/mods/5

Molotov Cocktails are the staple of crafting items anywhere. Before it was possible to craft one, but due to unknown reasons it was removed in the later updates. So, it will come as no surprise at all that there is a mod that lets you do just that. With this mod, you can serve your favorite cocktails to a large group of zombies, with no problem.

Fur Clothes

Author: Dudeman325
Download link: https://www.nexusmods.com/projectzomboid/mods/4

Body temperature is important when it comes to survival, in any scenario. While there are several articles of warm clothing, in some playthroughs you might not be so lucky, and may need to get practical, or you might just want to mix things up. This is where Fur Clothes comes into play. A simple, yet effective mod that allows you to craft fur clothes from rabbits or squirrels, helping you with those long cold nights. It also adds to a bit of realism, for those that seek to make their experience more realistic.

Literature and Magazines

Author: MrJ4ne2
Download link: https://www.nexusmods.com/projectzomboid/mods/42

This may sound like an unnecessary mod since there literature is already in the game. However, this particular mod will add around 1000 books to your game. With so many books, there is a bigger variety from which you can increase your skills. Also, it’s a nice detail towards realism, instead of reading the same 5 books, over and over again.

Live Stat

Author: CynicRus
Download link: https://www.nexusmods.com/projectzomboid/mods/30

In Project Zomboid your playthroughs can be either very short or very long, there is no in-between. But, in some cases you might be a bit preoccupied to keep track of all your stats.
If you want to have more successful playthroughs, you might want to get Live Stat. Live Stat will keep track of all of your kills and other important survival stats much more easier.

Torch Mod

Author: adres4t
Download link: https://www.nexusmods.com/projectzomboid/mods/13

Crafting is the backbone of any successful Project Zomboid playthrough, so it’s only natural that you want to craft practical items. Why Torches aren’t included in the game will remain a mystery, but this is where Torch Mod comes into play. This mod will allow you to quickly and effectively craft torches, to more quickly illuminate dark places.

Recycle and Craft

Author: Lokken
Download link: https://www.nexusmods.com/projectzomboid/mods/10

The original vanilla crafting system is really good, then this is the mod for you. Recycle and Craft allows you to recycle spent or useless items, and also make new weapons with ease. In addition to this, it also comes in handy when preparing food as you have the option of dehydrating food, but at a lower nutritional value.

Desperate Crafting

Author: JasonB
Download link: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1410901165

This mod gives more common-sense crafting options and actions, while never sacrificing realism or the tone of the game. All of the recipes can be found in the Survivalist tab and will include simple, but much-needed actions such as opening cans with a knife, or an improvised shovel, soap, etc. All in all, a small but very useful addition to your game.

Brita’s Armor Pack

Author: Brita
Download link: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2460154811

With so many weapon mods going around, it’s only fair to include at least one armor mod and one of the best ones is Brita’a Armor Pack. This mod solely focuses on many types of body armor, helmets, headgear, and even several new backpacks. In addition to all of this, the mod also adds night vision goggles, that will work as long as you have working batteries.
This is also the first of Brita’s mods, so feel free to check out the rest of her mods.

Antibodies

Author: lonegamedev
Download link: https://www.nexusmods.com/projectzomboid/mods/38

Getting bitten is always a treat in any zombie game, but in Project Zomboid one single bite can easily ruin your entire game. Antibodies mod aims to alleviate this and the idea is rather simple. Once you get infected, the antibodies will start to produce. The antibodies will spread faster than the infection, but to have better chances of recovery, you must keep the mood high, have good housing conditions, and of course not get bitten again. All in all a great addition to the gameplay, and it’s perfect for both beginners and veteran players.

ORGM Rechambered

Author: Fenris_Wolf
Download link: https://www.nexusmods.com/projectzomboid/mods/34

Project Zomboid is a game with a lot of depth when it comes to mechanics, but the combat can feel very limited, especially when it comes to guns. This being Kentucky, there would be guns lying all over the place, and ORGM Rechambered aims to fix that. This mod will add over 100 real-world guns and it completely redoes the gun mechanics. There are now more firing modes, better accuracy, and even critical hits. Getting this mod will satisfy all of your needs, especially if you like to rely on guns. It’s simply a must-have.

Bedford Falls

Author: RingoD123
Download link: https://www.nexusmods.com/projectzomboid/mods/17

While there are several pre-made places for you to choose in the game, even those can get old after a while. So, why not try a different place?
Bedford Falls is a completely new place to explore, with over 800 buildings made by the community. It will provide a new challenge, and for such a large-scale map, the level of detail is amazing. The modding community really put in the work, and it’s a true labor of love.

Vehicle Repair Overhaul

Author: hehehemann
Download link: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2757712197&searchtext=vehicle+repair

This mod, as the name implies, will give you the much-needed option of repairing the vehicles more efficiently. Depending on your skill and knowledge, you can repair any vehicle in the game, whether it came from the original game or modded ones. The mod also gives you the option of repairing other things, such as windows, windshields, and seats, and even modifying the vehicles if need be. Last but not least, it also works in multiplayer, allowing you to restore any vehicle you find and go cruising around.

More Traits

Author: HypnoToadTrance, Fajdek, MusicManiac
Download link: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1299328280

Character creation can be a complicated thing, especially if you want to create a memorable character. So, in a true role-playing fashion, with this mod you can have even more traits available, allowing you to create even more unique creations. In case you wondered what it would be like to play as a smoking martial artist wandering the streets of Kentucky, then this is the mod for you.

Basements

Author: Konjima, Pertominus, Riko Prushka, Bit Braven
Download link: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2849247394

If you ever wanted to create a safe room, or just needed more space for all of your stuff, basements would be ideal. Basements are an excellent place to recover since they’re separated from the overworld, but they do come at a price. First of all, you will need a lot of knowledge and then tools and resources to maintain them properly. The bigger the basement is the more resources you will need, but it definitely pays out to have one.

Brita’s Weapon Pack

Author: Brita, Arsenal [26]
Download link: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2200148440

Another weapon mod on our list, and this one will add a ton of guns, raging from shotguns, machine guns, sub-machine guns, you name it. The weapons can also be modified with attachments, giving you the option of creating your own signature weapon. You can also find grenades and even rocket launchers, although the ammo for them will be very rare.

Many Backpacks Mods

Author: Dezert
Download link: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1420444422

You can’t survive long in an apocalypse without a backpack. The bigger, the better, that’s the name of the game here and this mod does just that. It gives you more space, and doesn’t only improve the existing backpack, but actually introduces new ones as well. So, if you like to hoard items, then get this mod.

Simple Logistics

Author: Bejasc
Download link: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1461151473

Logistics are a key to any operation no matter how big or small it may be. With this mod you can achieve just that, but it achieves it in a realistic way, instead of just giving you more space. Instead you can craft items that will make carrying large quantities of materials (such as planks, sheets, etc.), easier by creating pallets and stacks for easier transport. Just like in real life.

The Walking Dead Project

Author: Woldren
Download link: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=860982195

If you’re a zombie fan, then this mod should be no surprise. The goal of this mod is obvious, and it aims to bring Walking Dead to Project Zomboid, as the mod used actual footage from the show to recreate the locations. The attention to detail is astonishing, as the author even paid attention to the interior of the rooms.  Several locations are included in this pack, and almost all of the major locations are featured in it. The Walking Dead Project is also compatible with multiplayer and is clearly a labor of love and dedication.

TLOU Mod Collection

Author: JulianFMV
Download link: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2928990521

The Last of Us Mod collection is a huge mod collection, that aims to recreate the TLOU universe in the game. With almost 200 items on the list, it adds more maps, zombies such as the Bloater and Clicker, more vehicles and so much more. Due to the high amount of mods in this pack, the use of a Mod Manager is highly recommended. It has absolutely everything you need, and it will completely transform the game, giving you a perfect opportunity for a fresh start.