Tools / Project Zomboid Recipes / Co-op Relaxed (Build 42)

Co-op Relaxed (Build 42)

Lower-difficulty defaults for casual co-op groups. No mods. No loot respawn, smaller player cap.

working · Project Zomboid 42 · verified 2026-05-25 · vanilla, build-42, casual

Deployable config

[servertest.ini]
MaxPlayers=6
PauseEmpty=true
PVP=false
SaveWorldEveryMinutes=30
HoursForLootRespawn=0
MaxItemsForLootRespawn=4
AntiCheatProtectionType1=true

Download serverpack.json Host this preset

Install steps

Download the generated serverpack.json for a portable copy of this preset.
Copy the config values above into the matching dedicated-server config file.
Restart the server and test a fresh connection before inviting players.

Notes

HoursForLootRespawn=0 disables loot respawn. Increase if you want regenerating loot.
Pair with low zombie population in sandbox settings for a relaxed experience.
Auto-save every 30 minutes balances data safety with disk wear.

serverpack.json

{
  "schema_version": "0.2",
  "game": "project-zomboid",
  "game_version": "42",
  "source": null,
  "compat": {
    "min_game_version": "42",
    "max_game_version": null
  },
  "provenance": {
    "tool": "recipe:coop-relaxed-build-42",
    "generated_by": "tools.supercraft.host",
    "generated_at": "2026-07-10T09:14:16.863375+00:00"
  },
  "install": {
    "requires_restart": true
  },
  "mods": [],
  "configs": {
    "servertest.ini": {
      "MaxPlayers": "6",
      "PauseEmpty": "true",
      "PVP": "false",
      "SaveWorldEveryMinutes": "30",
      "HoursForLootRespawn": "0",
      "MaxItemsForLootRespawn": "4",
      "AntiCheatProtectionType1": "true"
    }
  }
}