Project Zomboid — Patch 42.13.1

Released: 12/18/2025, 11:06:21 AM

Source: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/108600/view/507348444540568509

Summary (AI)

Project Zomboid patch 42.13.1 addresses numerous bugs affecting multiplayer functionality, inventory management, and item interactions. Fixes include corrected skill multipliers, proper handling of animal corpses and dropped items, and resolved issues with sleeping, running over animals, and vehicle collisions. Additionally, the update resolves various UI inconsistencies, server crashes, and desync problems. Improvements to mod creation and server connectivity are also included.

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Fixed dropping a heavy backpack you don't have room to carry in main inventory leaving a copy in inventory
Fixed the bug when being overencumbered, selecting the "extra option" of Worn Clothing drops a duplicate item on the ground
Fixed not being able to run over animals