Scarcity

Loot is limited and largely depends on the area’s difficulty, with higher-tier locations, contaminated zones, and bunkers offering varying yields.

Infected

The infected are enhanced and smarter, capable of repelling attacks, climbing, smelling players, breaking doors, and tracking more efficiently than before.

Firearms

Gun mechanics have been redesigned for more realistic first-person animations and scoping, including detailed adjustments in armor penetration, bullet dynamics, and damage.

Sustenance

Food is hard to come by. Active hunting and fishing are necessary for survival, as house-found supplies are inadequate.

Climate

Severe weather, especially blizzards, poses a significant risk of freezing, necessitating constant vigilance.

Vehicles

PlayZ offers unique vehicles, each with limited spawn points. Ranging from snowmobiles to tanks.

Guidance

Press ‘B’ for an in-game book containing server details, how to join the community and craft recipes.

Quests

Reputation growth unlocks quests, offering exclusive items like bunker keys, and others.

Durability

Objects like cars and generators have a 7-day lifespan unless within a flagged territory. Certain decorative items are exempt from this rule. Interactive placement is key for managing items.

Health

New health challenges like pain, brain concussion, fractures. Medical supplies are vital, and gas masks are essential for toxic zones.

Construction

Base building begins with claiming a territory via a flag pole. Territories (not bases) are immune to external threats.

Security

Bases are vulnerable to intrusion and theft. Weekend raids feature additional tools and explosives.