Project Zomboid mods
Project Zomboid balance mods
Everything filed under balance by its own author, ordered by how much it is used.
743 balance mods, most downloaded first ยท newest update 1 Nov 2026
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743 balance mods
- darlak's H.E.C.U. [B41]by darlak97Commission work. Social media: The mod isn't being actively supported at the moment. Once I have the time and stability to continue updating it, I'll resume development. For now, you can use this version B42, which is still being actively maintained: thanks to @Nomad This mod add new items relate...346.1k downloadsupdated 9 mo ago
- [42.20] Headwear Won't Fallby daneThis mod sets the fall chance for headwear to 0%. Hats, helmets, goggles, glasses, masks, and other headwear should no longer fall off characters or zombies. ๐ฆ๐๐ฝ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ฟ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ฉ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐: 41.78.20 / 42.20.2 Mods that add Headwear should be Supported Indefinitely Workshop ID: 2706119869 Mod ID: HeadwearWont...342.7k downloadsupdated 6 mo ago
- Vanilla Clothing Expansion [B41]by |๐ฆ |-Ted-E-Bear-|โก|B42 UPDATE IS OUT NOW! Check it out here: VCE / Vanilla Clothing Expansion Vanilla Clothing Expansion adds over 100 different variations of Vanilla clothing items giving players the option of expanding their style/outfits while still retaining the games original look and feel. Vanilla Clothing Ex...342.2k downloadsupdated 23 mo ago
- Modified Backpacksby BrattymaddyModify bags through a tiered upgrade system to increase capacity. every tier gives +2 capacity, up to a maximum of 5 tiers (or +10 capacity) Will also give weight reduction per tier, up to +8% increase. Once upgraded, the movement speed multiplier will be removed so bags themselves will not slow...341.3k downloadsupdated 3 y ago
- [J&G] SWAT Uniform [B42/41]by JordanalSWAT Uniform! How To Get! Can be earned by crafting or finding an infected in military/police areas. Additional information! Spawn rates of infected can be adjusted in sandbox settings! Would like to add riot shields and such down the line however need to learn how first. A Special Thank You! Xap...337.8k downloadsupdated 3 mo ago
- West Point Gated Communityby ChampyI like gated communities. So I made a mod that adds one to the north side of West Point, right by the river. It includes 6 houses/mansions of variable sizes. Some looking richer than others. A baitshop has also been added nearby. IngameMap is done. Foraging Zones are done. Zombie Zones are done....335.7k downloadsupdated 3 y ago
- Eggon's All Doors Are Yoursby EggonAllows to take doors off hinges and reinstall them elsewhere, because... because why the hell not??! Works on all single-tile doors. TAKING DOORS OFF HINGES Click on the door and choose "Take door off hinges" from context menu. Requirements: โ Carpentry level 3 (75% chance to succeed, increasing...334.9k downloadsupdated 4 y ago
- Skyler DrugMod [B41 & B42]by SkylerWhat does this mod do? This mod adds realistic drugs with a crafting system to your game. These drugs have a lot of positive effects and, some negative effects with a balanced Spawn Table. Features Add 11 Drugs Crystal Meth Cocaine Fentanyl Heroin Crack Percocet Xanax Acid Shrooms Oxycodone Speed...334.4k downloadsupdated 11 mo ago
- [B42] Pack Muleby BalanceEquipment Handling Overhaul Compatible with Features: Warning: Many features are disabled by default and must be activated in the Sandbox Settings! Attach: Lantern Attach: Welding Torch Satchel: Sling Satchel: Cloth Gun Case Slot: Bracelet Slot: Watch Merge: Wrist Slot: Canteen Slot: Ear Protecto...331.8k downloadsupdated 3 mo ago
- More Car Features + Spawn Zones Expansionby 76561199082856120Being the 'Common Sense' of vehicles, this mod adds A LOT of Features and QOL/Rebalancing Changes, I urge you to read the full list below! Trust me, you'll be wishing some of these options were in the vanilla game. . Supports all modded vehicles. Can be added/removed mid-save safely. Almost every...320.0k downloadsupdated 1 mo ago
- [B42] Survivalby BalanceMore Survival Crafting Compatible with B42.20+ Features: Craftable Torches Craftable Candles Craftable Flint Firestarter Pick String from Rope & Burlap Twist Rope from Twine Extract Clay from Dirt Pack Clay in Sack Break Large Smooth Flat Stone into Stones Carve Long Stick from Plank Carve Button...317.0k downloadsupdated 3 mo ago
- Vest + Overalls [ B41 / B42.20+ ]by assfacewear vests and jackets with : ๅคนๅ + ่ๅฟ + : jumpsuits / overalls / coveralls / boilersuits / spiffosuit / hazmat suit / ghillie suit / Padded Jackets ่ฟ่บซ่ฃค / ่ฟไฝ่ฃค / ่ฟไฝๆ / ่ฟไฝๆ / ้ฒๆคๆ / ๅๅฉๅฅ่ฃ works with: Vanilla Gear Expanded Vanilla Clothing Expansion The Last of Us: Factions & Gear Expaned Helicopter Ev...315.2k downloadsupdated 27 d ago
- [B41] Simple Overhaul: Blades and Spears (SOBS)by 76561199005857620This mod will not updated since there is better version: SOMW Simple Overhaul: Blades and Spears (SOBS) How often have you found yourself thinking that knives do too little damage, are non-durable, and feel like the weakest weapons in the game? Or maybe you're tired of the endless making Crafted...312.8k downloadsupdated 3 y ago
- Eggon's Fanny Pack Balancingby EggonFeatures This mod tweaks fanny pack to make it more usable: 1) weight decreased to 0.1 from 1.0, 2) weight reduction increased to 80 from 7, 3) run speed modifier increased to 0.99 from 0.97. It also adds recipe for fanny pack (requires Tailoring 1) and 2 additional fanny packs (require Tailoring...311.3k downloadsupdated 5 y ago
- Braven's Achievementsby BravenAchievements! I love them. You love them. So why can't we have them? It's about time we got validation for investing so much time in PZ. How does it work? This mod contains numerous achievements that will be unlocked as you complete certain tasks and milestones. I will be adding even more achieve...311.3k downloadsupdated 23 mo ago
- Better Electronicsby Luno LycaonHello, this is my first mod for Project Zomboid. I realized that A LOT of people said that "there is no need to level the Electronics Skill past level 6," so why not make a mod to change that? As an electrician myself, I immediately started thinking about a lot of ways electricity could be implem...309.5k downloadsupdated 2 mo ago
- Weyhausen, KYby CallnMxWeyhausen, KY Weyhausen is a small town for retired adults, so finding things for children will be difficult, it has a large police headquarters and a military investigation whose mission was to investigate some infected. Details It is made to be used in multiplayer or single player, the cell whe...309.5k downloadsupdated 4 y ago
- Braven's Throwablesby BravenThrowables are here! As far as I know, only molotovs are throwable in PZ. I am hereby changing that! This mod makes a lot of items throwable. They can be used as a distraction, to break windows, etc. Full list of throwables: All bottles, cans, mugs, cups, plates etc. All rocks All sports balls Da...308.9k downloadsupdated 3 y ago
- Tripping Zombiesby MonkeyAnswers for FAQs READ THE DESCRIPTION (CONTENT SECTION IS ENOUGH) BEFORE ASKING QUESTIONS. Mod is tested only in Singleplayer. It probably also works in Multiplayer. This mod works as intended as of 41.73. Mod is still in active development, so expect updates. It should be compatible with existin...307.8k downloadsupdated 4 y ago
- Breaking Inby BravenThis 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 locked door, window, garage door, etc. or hold...305.8k downloadsupdated 3 y ago
- [B42] Hand Bag Window Climbby LaChipsKeep the bags you hold in your hands when climbing through windows instead of dropping them on the ground. Please upvote the mod if you like it and check out my other mods! - Attach Bags To Sheet Rope - Attach up to three bags to a sheet rope, climb up and lift your bags from up there. - Louisvil...305.5k downloadsupdated 23 mo ago
- ForagingZby AlreeForagingZ Add and fix Foraging zones on Vanilla map - Add 801 Nav zones (more cars, crash etc...) - Add 2185 DeepForest zones (~40% have Camp or not...) - Add 212 Forest zones - Add 120 missing TownZone zones - Add 168 missing ParkingStall zones - Add 12 missing Ranch zones (not enabled until v42...304.5k downloadsupdated 3 y ago
- Inventory Tetris - Grid Based Inventory Overhaul [DISCONTINUED]by NotlocMod is MIT licensed. Switching to an open source contribution format soon. Old Description: MAJOR NEW FEATURES IN B42 Controller support Clothing pockets Sandbox option to remove vanilla capacity from containers Rebalanced container sizes Rebalanced item stacking Improved mod compatibility Many b...302.0k downloadsupdated 18 d ago
- [41] add Mecanic Sound - and more sandboxby AuDnew mod: add Mechanic Sounds B41 Sounds effect is added during action to the mechanic activity and vehicle arround . (heater/buttons/actions etc...) Time of action is added (sandbox option for time). (heater/buttons/actions etc...) Work in MP/SP/ExistingSave/SafeToRemove/NoRewriteCode This added...301.8k downloadsupdated 3 mo ago
- I Might Need A Lighter 42.12by FingbelTHIS MOD IS NOT YET AVAILABLE FOR 42.13.x Philosophy behind this mod The first iteration of this mod I Don't Need A Lighter missed the balance I was aiming at when writing it. It made the Smoker trait even more a freebie point than it should. With this version I want to keep the vanilla's lighter...301.7k downloadsupdated 11 mo ago
- BasicCraftingby ekstasyfreshDescription This mod provides you with the ability to craft things like thread, twine, rope, and sheets while getting that sweet tailoring experience. Not only that, but now you can bash some stone together to get some chipped stones! Feeling daring? Use your tools on the stone for a chance to ge...301.4k downloadsupdated 2 y ago
- Better Satchelby DragonOfWar>>>This mod may or may not be updated for current version, DO NOT USE for current build 42, apparently it can break your game after the last patches.<<< >>>If anyone, wants to update mod for Build 42 and ahead to keep it for ppl, do inform me and go ahead, just don't forget to add some info about...300.9k downloadsupdated 20 mo ago
- Reduced Weight Walkie Talkiesby KristReduces the weight of walkie talkies. Vanilla: 1.0 Mod: 0.1 - Toys-R-Mine Walkie Talkie - ValuTech Walkie Talkie - Premium Tech. Walkie Talkie - Tactical Walkie Talkie - US Army Walkie Talkie - Makeshift Walkie Talkie Workshop ID: 2981090458 Mod ID: ReducedWeightWalkieTalkies299.6k downloadsupdated 22 mo ago
- Arithmechick's Screams of Painby ArithmechickDescription Causes your character to scream out loud when they're in extreme pain. The character also has a chance of audibly wincing in pain when an injury occurs. The loudness and sound radius are affected by the severity of the injury (This feature can be adjusted or disabled entirely in the s...299.5k downloadsupdated 4 y ago
- Burd's Survival Journals (B41/42)by BurdBurd's Survival Journals Welcome to BSJ, a journal mod with plenty for players and server owners to chew on (before the zombies do). Record progress in crafted journals, or learn from loot journals found in containers and on corpses. Player journals preserve skills, traits, recipes, stats, and pe...298.9k downloadsupdated 10 d ago
- Serving Plates: Make your plates usefulby 76561198977867533For Build 42 : Allow the player to put content from Stir fry Pan/Roasting Pan/Gridle Pan on plates just like stew, soup, rice and pasta in bowls Make sure you have 2 or more plates in your inventory for the craft recipe to appear. Also add a crafting recipe to convert Fancy/Orange/Blue plates to...298.6k downloadsupdated 3 y ago
- Reduced Plank and Log Weight [No longer being updated I lack the time to get back into the game right now]by EmikolUpdated to version 41 Works on MP servers as well. Are you tired of the weight of planks and logs? This simple mod cuts the weight of the planks and logs in half to make things a little easier but not enough to make it so you're running around with 30 planks on you at full speed. Changes from Van...296.7k downloadsupdated 5 y ago
- Lethal Stealthby retbenwinWhat does this mod do? Adds two new tactical postures to Project Zomboid. Each postures grants an aiming bonus, allowing you to stay stealthy and dominate combat in any situation. Crouch: Slightly improves your aiming. Prone: Significantly improves your aiming, just watch your back or you might g...296.1k downloadsupdated 2 mo ago
- Server Tweakerby outdeadServer Tweaker contains careful edits that do not affect significant game mechanics and fixes some annoying bugs. First of all, the mod will be interesting for the owners of their servers, since all the changes are intended to improve the quality of life in multiplayer mode. Server Tweaker is dev...296.1k downloadsupdated 1 mo ago
- P.S.I.Pby LemeSVisit my discord server to learn about updates and current development! A collection of household items, tools, weapons and food from the post-Soviet space! The pack will be constantly updated with new types of items and updated regularly. It works stably in the release version of the game 41.78....294.3k downloadsupdated 17 mo ago
- Dig Wormsby toomanynightsSay goodbye to worm furrows. Worms in Project Zomboid are versatile little fellows. You can use them as bait in fishing, in trapping, you can even eat them if you're desperate; they never perish, and they don't require crawling around "foraging" with crippled view cone, exposing yourself to a sud...293.2k downloadsupdated 3 y ago
- [J&G] Umbrella Corp Uniform [B42/41]by JordanalUmbrella Corp Uniform! How To Get! Can be obtained by crafting or finding an infected near military and general areas with adjustable spawnrates! Additional information! Spawn rates of infected can be adjusted in sandbox settings! Majority of the models in this pack are custom besides a couple of...290.2k downloadsupdated 3 mo ago
- Propane Exchange Cabinetsby UglyAdds branded propane tank exchange cabinets (Fossoil, DirectFlame, Zippee's) that spawn at gas stations and Zippee's convenience stores. Stable42.20 confirmed working. Each cabinet is a lootable container stocked with 0-6 propane tanks, weighted toward either near-full or near-empty (never a midd...289.1k downloadsupdated 1 mo ago
- Defecation v3.59 (Build 42.20mp+)by naterWith this mod installed, players will need to defecate. This can be noisy and you'll need some kind of toilet paper, but holding it in too long will only make matters worse. Combine this with the zombie apocalypse and you get some interesting scenarios... Note: The B41 version will not be updated...286.0k downloadsupdated 2 mo ago
- [42.21MP] Vanilla Weapons PLUS - Gunworks Editionby MarzVanilla Weapons Plus - Gunworks Edition To celebrate version 42 going stable, this mod is dedicated to those who love vanilla guns. This is a small project that started as an experiment and grew into an exploration of how vanilla weapons would look and perform with the improvements from the Gunwo...285.0k downloadsupdated 2 mo ago
- Eggon's Worthwhile Cars 2.0by EggonFEATURES HIGHLIGHT - ALL FEATURES ARE OPTIONAL! โ Tweak impact of damage on trunks' capacity - prevent capacity reduction, slow it down or speed it up! โ Adjust capacity of trunks for all cars (both modded and vanilla (with exceptions listed in Compatibility section)) - choose Eggon's Capacity Ba...284.5k downloadsupdated 4 y ago
- Propane and Gasolineby 76561198996186547REVAMPED Create Propane and Gasoline Make a new propane tank with 7 units of a propane torch, 8 metal sheets, 2 Welding Rods and level 7 metalworking Refilling gas and propane will prioritize empty tanks/canisters Refill Lighters with gasoline Turn every part of a tree into mulch distillery, mulc...282.0k downloadsupdated 3 y ago
- Improved Backpacks [UPDATE]by CrazyTvAll backpacks, bags and briefcases have now been reduced in weight and increased in size with the movement penalty disabled for all ... Increases the capacity of all backpacks and bags by 40% and removes the movement penalty from everyone and reduces their weight by 50% NOTE Existing backpacks an...281.9k downloadsupdated 4 y ago
- P.A.R.C Pack All Russians Carsby LemeSJoin my Discord server to stay updated on news and current development! Secret development updates: A collection of all my vehicles! The pack will be constantly expanded with new cars and regular updates. The mod features Soviet/Russian vehicles adapted in the original Project Zomboid style. It r...281.0k downloadsupdated 3 mo ago
- Monkey's Start Scenario - RV Nomadby MonkeyAnswers for FAQs Mod is tested only in Singleplayer. It may only work in Singleplayer. No, I don't intend to make this MP compatible. I won't add sandbox options. I won't change trait points. It's balanced for my liking. If you feel the traits are too OP (2 points for an RV), do some roleplay on...277.2k downloadsupdated 4 y ago
- Reduce Action Timeby 76561199017028476I made it to increase the frustrating work speed because I couldn't accelerate time in multi-play. You can speed up your work by reducing action time from at least 0% to up to 100%. Workshop ID: 2877532503 Mod ID: Reduce Action Time Mod ID: Reduce Action Time276.2k downloadsupdated 15 mo ago
- Random Zombies - Day and Nightby CriusAdd distribution of different type of zombies with two separate distribution sets, one for the day and one for the night. Also a special schedule is available in which you can choose how the zombies act when there is rain, snow or fog. Works on both single player and multiplayer. You can decide:...275.5k downloadsupdated 2 y ago
- Redbird Ranger Station - Forest Ranger Outpostby squidโโโโ๐๐ก๐ข๐ฌ ๐ฆ๐๐ฉ ๐จ๐๐๐ฎ๐ฉ๐ข๐๐ฌ ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐๐๐ฑ๐๐.โโโโ ๐ ๐๐๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐๐ฌ: ๐๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ซ ๐๐๐๐ข๐ง ๐๐ฅ๐๐ฒ๐๐ซ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐. ๐๐ก๐ ๐ฌ๐๐๐จ๐ง๐ ๐๐ฅ๐จ๐จ๐ซ ๐ข๐ฌ ๐ฆ๐๐๐ง๐ญ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐๐ซ๐๐ ๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ฑ๐ฉ๐๐ง๐๐๐ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฌ๐๐ฅ๐ ๐ข๐ง ๐ ๐๐ฆ๐. ๐ ๐ฅ๐๐ข๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐ ๐ฌ๐๐๐จ๐ง๐ ๐๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ซ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐จ๐จ๐ซ. ๐๐ก๐ข๐ฌ ๐ฐ๐จ๐ซ๐ค๐ฌ ๐ ๐ซ๐๐๐ญ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐๐๐ฎ๐ข๐ฅ๐๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐. ๐๐ก๐ข๐ฌ ๐ฆ๐๐ฉ ๐ข๐ฌ ๐ฉ๐๐ซ๐๐๐๐ญ ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐๐ง๐๐ ๐๐ฆ๐ ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฉ๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐ญ ๐๐ง๐ ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐๐ฒ๐๐ซ๐ฌ ๐ฃ๐ฎ...274.6k downloadsupdated 4 y ago
743 balance mods, most downloaded first. Each one has its own page here with what it needs to run and where its author publishes it; the files themselves stay with the author and are never re-hosted on this site.

