Mods can significantly enhance your 7 Days to Die server experience with new features, items, and gameplay changes. This guide covers mod installation and management.
Understanding Mod Types
7 Days to Die has two types of modifications.
- 1Modlets - Small mods that add individual features (recommended)
- 2Overhaul Mods - Large mods that completely change the game
- 3Modlets are easier to combine and manage
- 4Some mods require both client and server installation
Installing Modlets
The basic process for adding modlets to your server.
- 1Download the mod from Nexus Mods, 7DTD Mods, or the mod's website
- 2Extract the downloaded archive
- 3Navigate to your server's Mods folder (create if it doesn't exist)
- 4Copy the mod folder into Mods
- 5Ensure ModInfo.xml is directly in the mod folder
- 6Restart your server
Tip
- The proper structure is: Mods/ModName/ModInfo.xml
- If ModInfo.xml is nested too deep, the mod won't load
- Check server logs to verify mod loaded
Mod Folder Location
Where to place your mods.
- 1Preferred location: %AppData%\Roaming\7DaysToDie\Mods
- 2Alternative: Server installation directory\Mods
- 3Create the Mods folder if it doesn't exist
- 4Same location for both client and server mods
Verifying Mod Installation
Check that your mods are working correctly.
- 1Start the server and check the console/logs
- 2Look for mod loading messages
- 3If mods don't load, check folder structure
- 4Ensure ModInfo.xml is not nested too deep
Tip
- Server and client must have matching mods
- Keep mods updated after game patches
- Remove problematic mods one at a time to troubleshoot
Client-Server Mod Matching
Ensure clients and server have compatible mods.
Tip
- Clients must install the same mods as the server
- Mismatched mods prevent connection
- Share your mod list with players
- Consider using a mod loader like Vortex for clients
- Some mods are server-only (check mod description)
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