Project Zomboid's "Week One" Mod: A Pre-Apocalypse Survival Challenge
A new Project Zomboid mod, "Week One," plunges players into a pre-apocalyptic world seven days before the zombie outbreak. This significant mod, created by Slayer, completely overhauls the game's narrative and gameplay.
Instead of the typical post-outbreak scenario, players experience the escalating tension leading up to the chaos. The initial days offer a deceptive calm before the storm, with increasing threats like hostile groups, prison escapes, and the unsettling release of psychiatric patients. Slayer describes the experience as "brutal and fairly hard," emphasizing the carefully crafted atmosphere of mounting danger.
This single-player-only mod requires a new game save; it's incompatible with existing playthroughs. The modder strongly recommends leaving the default starting day and time unaltered, although additional settings can be adjusted at the player's discretion. Bug reports are encouraged.
For seasoned Project Zomboid players craving a fresh, intensely challenging survival experience, "Week One" offers a compelling pre-apocalypse narrative reminiscent of The Last of Us' prologue. The mod is available for download via the "Week One" Steam page.
Key Features:
- Pre-Outbreak Setting: Experience the seven days leading up to the zombie apocalypse.
- Escalating Threats: Face increasing dangers, including hostile groups, prison breaks, and deranged psychiatric patients.
- Brutal Difficulty: A challenging and immersive survival experience.
- Single-Player Only: Currently designed for solo gameplay.
- New Game Required: Incompatible with existing Project Zomboid saves.
