Build 38
Build 38 introduces the Riverside map expansion, a comprehensive clothing degradation system, corpse management mechanics, and significant multiplayer optimizations in preparation for the upcoming vehicles update.
Images © Project Zomboid via Steam
▲Buffs11
- ClothingSoap now lasts twice as long, allowing for more cleaning.10→20 uses
- CorpsesGrave Digging:Players can now dig graves with shovels and bury multiple corpses.→Added
- Multiplayer
- Optimized zombie placement and movement data to reduce lag and teleportation.
- Server Save:Added a pause option during server saves to reduce sudden zombie lag.→Added
- Player
- Level Up:Added a Level Up button to quickly level perks without using global points.→Added
- Slightly increased the nutrition values of fish and berries.→Increased
- Construction
- Increased hit points for player-built constructions, making them more resistant to damage.→Increased
- Log Wall:Players can now use dirty rags to build log walls.→Dirty Rags
- Medical
- First Aid Kits:First aid kits now spawn with sterilized bandages instead of regular ones.regular bandages→sterilized bandages
- Sterilization:Bandages can now be sterilized using a boiling pot of water.→Boiling Water
- Hunting KnifeIncreased the number of locations where Hunting Knives can spawn.→Increased
▼Nerfs2
◆Other changes2
subjects affected (8)
tap to see balance history
Patch history
- 42.16.2 UNSTABLE Hotfix ReleasedApr 8, 2026 · 3mo
Hotfix 42.16.2 focuses on improving gamepad controls, specifically fixing UI interactions, vehicle behavior, and aiming conflicts.
+6→ - 42.16.1 UNSTABLE Hotfix ReleasedApr 2, 2026 · 3mo
A hotfix addressing server browser privacy, multiplayer connectivity crashes, and character creation exploits.
−1→ - 42.15.2 UNSTABLE HOTFIX ReleasedMar 11, 2026 · 4mo
Hotfix 42.15.2 addresses critical loading issues with usernames and fixes animal rope behavior.
+1→ - →42.15.1 UNSTABLE HOTFIX ReleasedMar 10, 2026 · 4mo
Hotfix 42.15.1 addresses a critical game loading issue related to usernames.
- 42.14.1 BETA HOTFIX ReleasedFeb 18, 2026 · 5mo
Hotfix 42.14.1 addresses various single-player and multiplayer bugs, including vehicle-zombie attraction and item interaction issues.
+2→ - 42.13.2 UNSTABLE HOTFIX ReleasedJan 19, 2026 · 6mo
Hotfix 42.13.2 focuses on multiplayer stability, animal behavior fixes, and various quality-of-life corrections for building and crafting.
+9→ - 42.13.1 BETA HOTFIX ReleasedDec 18, 2025 · 7mo
A comprehensive hotfix for the 42.13.1 Beta focusing on multiplayer stability, animal behavior, skill progression, and various critical bug fixes.
+4−4→ - →Build 42.12.2 UNSTABLE Hotfix ReleasedOct 20, 2025 · 9mo
Build 42.12.2 UNSTABLE Hotfix focusing on critical bug fixes for combat, stability, and security.
Recently Updated
6
Patch Notes v0.3.23019
Patch v0.3.23019 focuses on stability fixes for teleportation and routing, while identifying a known crash issue with DLSS.
Counter-Strike 2 Update
Cologne 2026 Major stickers are now available, alongside community map updates and critical security fixes.
[Game Update] - 744825
A small update focusing on bug fixes for Duplicant teleportation, building deconstruction, and various memory and graphics optimizations.
Hell Maiden EA 1.0 - Hot Fix Patch 7 (v.0.2.37)
Hot Fix Patch 7 focuses on stability improvements, bug fixes for the Minos boss fight, and UI refinements for card selection.
DCS 2.9.28.26385
DCS 2.9.28.26385 focuses on stability fixes for the F4U-1D, texture and control improvements for the F-14 series, and mission fixes for the Rise of the Persian Lion 2 campaign.
Patch Notes - Version 0.9.57408
Version 0.9.57408 focuses on system stability, bug fixes for bosses and UI, and significant layout updates to the Swamp and Birchtrees levels.
Similar Games
6
