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Project Zomboid Hosting Guides

Survive the zombie apocalypse in this isometric survival game. Host your zombie survival server with enterprise-grade performance.

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Guides

Project Zomboid Guides

How to Set Up a Project Zomboid Build 42 Multiplayer Server

Step-by-step guide to setting up a Project Zomboid Build 42 multiplayer server. Covers hosted and self-hosted setup, RAM, settings, and game modes.

11 min
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How Much RAM Does a Project Zomboid Server Need?

Build 42 changed the game. Here's how much RAM your PZ server actually needs by player count, mod load, and zombie settings.

9 min
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Project Zomboid Server Settings Explained (B42)

Complete guide to Project Zomboid server settings. Covers servertest.ini, SandboxVars, zombie behavior, loot rarity, and new Build 42 options.

9 min
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Comparisons

Project Zomboid Comparisons

Self-Hosted vs Managed Project Zomboid Servers (B42)

Honest breakdown of self-hosting vs. managed vs. VPS for Project Zomboid Build 42 servers. Real costs, tradeoffs, and what to look for in a PZ host.

12 min
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Lists

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Best Project Zomboid Server Mods for Build 42

Server-focused Project Zomboid mod guide for Build 42 multiplayer. Covers compatibility, installation, QoL, vehicles, maps, and what's broken.

13 min
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