Project Z
by sapollard04
Players who want a survival challenge on a ruined map can install Project Z, a Forge mod for 1.18.2 that brings a DayZ-inspired post-apocalyptic world.
What it does
Project Z sets the player in a world of decaying cities and desolate landscapes, where hunger, thirst and stamina all have to be managed while zombie hordes roam the streets. Scavenging abandoned buildings and vehicles for supplies is the main way to stay alive, and a crafting system turns those finds into weapons, tools and shelters.
Players can build a fortified base as a safe haven, team up with others to defend a community stronghold, or go it alone. Air drops and supply runs are dynamic events that draw other players and NPCs into the same location, where NPCs offering unique quests present choices between cooperating and competing over limited resources. Alliances and a player-driven economy shape the persistent world over time.
The mod is client and server, so the server and every player need it. The build targets Forge for 1.18.2 only, with the 0.0.1 file published on 2024-07-23. The code is released under the MIT License but is not open source. The Timeless Classics gun mod framework and its models are credited in the author notes.
Key features
Decaying post-apocalyptic world
Cities and landscapes are shaped by decay, with hunger, thirst and stamina that the player must manage.
Scavenging and crafting
Abandoned buildings and vehicles yield supplies, which the crafting system turns into weapons, tools and shelters.
Zombie encounters
Relentless zombie hordes call for stealth tactics or combat to evade or fight dangerous foes.
Base building and events
Players fortify a base, join air drops and supply runs, and take part in events that change the map.
Persistent multiplayer world
Alliances, shared resources and a player-driven economy carry across play in a world that remembers actions.
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Compatibility
Latest build for each game version and loader.
Only full game releases are shown. This mod publishes no snapshot builds.
Use cases
Who it’s for: Players who enjoy harsh survival modes inspired by DayZ, and server owners who want a persistent post-apocalyptic world with events and NPC quests.
How it compares
DayZ Remastered is client-side only, is not open source, and is published for Forge 1.16.5, so it runs without a server. Create: Project Civilization is a Forge mod for 1.20.1 with a custom license, and it is not open source. Decaying Winter is a Forge mod for 1.18.2 – 1.20.1 under the Apache License 2.0, and it is not open source. Project Z runs on client and server for 1.18.2 only.
| Mod | Loaders | Game versions | Environment | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Z | Forge | 1.18.2 | Client and server | 2024-07-23 |
| DayZ Remastered | Forge | 1.16.5 | Client-side only | 2023-11-05 |
| Create: Project Civilization | Forge | 1.20.1 | Client and server | 2024-11-29 |
| Decaying Winter | Forge | 1.18.2 – 1.20.1 | Client and server | 2024-05-21 |
Questions
Does Project Z need to be installed on the server?
Which Minecraft version does Project Z support?
Does Project Z work with Fabric?
In the catalog
Project Z is one of 3,932 Transportation mods on ModsFinder, and one of 1,908 Transportation mods for Forge. 9,044 mods support Minecraft 1.18.2.
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What the author says
Welcome to Project Z! Are you ready to survive the ultimate apocalypse in Minecraft? Dive into Project Z, a thrilling mod inspired by the intense survival dynamics of DayZ. Experience the challenge of navigating a post-apocalyptic world where every decision counts and danger lurks around every corner. Explore vast…
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/projectz
- Owner
- sapollard04
- Published
- 2024-07-23
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2024-07-23
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15