Massive Project Zomboid Mod Reshapes the Entire Game

Project Zomboid's "Week One" Mod: A Pre-Apocalypse Survival Challenge

A new Project Zomboid mod, "Week One," plunges players into the seven days before the zombie apocalypse, offering a dramatically altered and intensified gameplay experience. Created by modder Slayer, this single-player mod completely reimagines the game's narrative and setting.

Instead of the familiar post-apocalyptic devastation, players begin in a seemingly normal world, on the brink of chaos. This pre-outbreak setting, reminiscent of The Last of Us' prologue, introduces a unique tension as the threat of the impending zombie outbreak slowly escalates. Initially, the world appears relatively peaceful, but escalating dangers—hostile groups, prison breaks, and the threat of escaped psychiatric patients—gradually increase the difficulty.

Slayer describes the mod as "brutal and fairly hard," emphasizing the carefully crafted, escalating atmosphere. This makes it a particularly appealing challenge for veterans of the original game already accustomed to its high difficulty.

Key Features & Considerations:

• Pre-Apocalypse Setting: Experience the world before the zombie outbreak, adding a new layer of strategic depth and tension.
• Escalating Threats: Face a rising tide of danger, including hostile human factions and escaped inmates.
• Single-Player Only: Currently, this mod is designed exclusively for single-player gameplay.
• New Game Required: Existing save files are incompatible; a new game must be started.
• Default Settings Recommended: While some settings are adjustable, Slayer advises against altering the default starting day and hour to ensure optimal gameplay.
• Bug Reporting Encouraged: The modding community is encouraged to report any bugs encountered.

"Week One" provides a significant overhaul of the Project Zomboid experience, offering a fresh and challenging perspective on survival horror. Download the mod directly from the "Week One" Steam page.