project zomboid report bug

If you're encountering a bug in Project Zomboid, you can report it directly to the developers so they can investigate and fix it in future updates.

Here's how you can report a bug in Project Zomboid properly and effectively:

🐛 How to Report a Bug in Project Zomboid
✅ Step 1: Check for Existing Reports

Before reporting:

Visit the official Project Zomboid Bug Tracker or Steam Discussions to see if your issue has already been reported.

🔗 Official Bug Tracker (The Indie Stone forums):
https://theindiestone.com/forums/index.php?/forum/30-pz-bug-reports/

✅ Step 2: Gather Necessary Information

Include the following in your bug report:

1. Game Version

Include the version (e.g., 41.78.16 Stable or Build 42 IWBUMS).

2. Single Player or Multiplayer

Was the bug encountered in single-player, host, or dedicated server?

3. Mods Used

Are any mods enabled? If yes, list them. If not, mention "No mods".

4. Operating System

Windows / macOS / Linux (include version if possible)

5. Description of the Bug

Explain what happened, what you expected, and how to reproduce it.

6. Steps to Reproduce

Example:

1. Start a new game in Build 41.78.16
2. Spawn in Riverside
3. Try to enter a specific house (coordinates or description)
4. Game crashes/freezes

7. Logs (Important!)

You can find logs at:

C:\Users\\Zomboid\logs.zip (for Windows)

Upload the logs.zip file when posting the bug on the forum.

✅ Step 3: Submit Your Bug Report
📌 Option A: Official Forums

Go to: https://theindiestone.com/forums/index.php?/forum/30-pz-bug-reports/

Click Start new topic

Use a clear title (e.g., "Crash when entering house in Riverside - Build 41.78")

Paste your info and upload logs

📌 Option B: Steam Discussions

You can also report bugs here (less preferred, but still seen by devs):

https://steamcommunity.com/app/108600/discussions/