ZPS Official FAQ

[Tabajara]

Frequently Asked Questions and known issues about Zombie Panic! Source.

Where can I report a game bug?
You can create a thread on Bug Reports & Issues sub-forum. If you're experiencing game crashes or startup issues, go to Troubleshooting for further information.

Support Email: [e-mail]

Do I need anything to run?
No. It's a standalone game. It will always be free-to-play.

Does it have BOTS/AI Players?
The official "BOTS" don't have any actual intelligence (AI), their purpose is for developement/modding content testing. That's why they're named as "debugging bots" and nothing else. We've no interest into making "proper" official bots but do know that some community servers host their own bots.

Does it have Linux/Mac OS X Support?
Linux support is available. Unfortunately, there will never be a Mac OS X support.

Windows XP is no longer supported because of its binaries and some third-party libraries being used are not compatible with XP.

Will ZPS support Steamdeck/other consoles?
The Steam Deck being marketed as an "All-in-one portable PC gaming" by Valve on it's website. You'll be able to use current Linux client if you keep SteamOS 3.0 to play Zombie Panic! Source. If you go through the hassle of installing Windows on your Steam Deck, you will be able to use the current Windows client to play it. However, it's not our "top priority" to fix crashes, bugs or even update the game to properly support any kind of "controller/gamepad", this includes devices like the Steam Deck.

Will ZPS be ported to Source 2?
At current state, we "don't know yet". Here's a non-exhaustive list of why we would answer "yes":

• Better technical foundations (DirectX 11/Vulkan, 64 bits support...)
  
• Better authoring tools and possibilities for the devs and community modders.
  
• Works better with modern hardware.

And why we would answer "no":

• A complete Source 2 SDK (Software Development Kit) is not publicly available. Currently, only modifications for Dota 2, Half-Life: Alyx and CS2 are possible.
  
• Content created by the community will require an update and/or an entire rework to be compatible with Source 2.
  
• We need time and practice to learn how the engine works "inside and outside" before actually starting migrating ZPS on it.
  
• A lot of time and effort would be required to make a proper migration.

Quotes from our programmer Shepard.

Didn't you guys left to work on Contagion?
No. We're not the Contagion Team. The Zombie Panic! Team is totally a different team than Contagion's. However, many developers and playtesters retired since 2012.

I want to support you guys! Where can I donate?
Thank you! But we're not accepting any donations. It's a free game. You can support and help us by sharing this game with your friends on Steam and at any social media! Support your server you are playing as well with donations if you like!

Custom Content

Where can I download custom maps, models, and sounds?
You can find and download in our ZPS Maps Archive thread! Additionally, you can visit our Steam Workshop to subscribe more community-made contents.

Where can I ask about mapping problems?
Feel free to ask anything at our Maps Discussions sub-forum.

New Players

I'm new to this game. Any advice?
Welcome! You can get started by reading this helpful thread. You can also read our game manual below:
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1355699253
Be sure to know which server you're joining for the first time. There are many different servers running multiple kinds of plugins that might change your ZPS experience. Read more here. Good luck!

Ideas & Feedback

Where can I suggest new features and provide feedback?
You're free to suggest and tell us many ideas as you can about ZPS on Ideas and Suggestions sub-forum. Be constructive in your feedback. We appreciate in advance!

Where do I apply to join the development team?
If you’re interested in playtesting, or want to apply for a position on the development team, you must create your application at our Team Applications sub-forum.[forum.zombiepanicsource.com]

Community

How many people are playing?
For statistics on daily/weekly players peak and etc, you can check out steamcharts[steamcharts.com], steamdb[steamdb.info] or steamspy[steamspy.com].

Can I host my server?
Yes. General information regarding hosting dedicated servers can be found here.

I can't get an achievement. Help me!
There are some requirements to properly get them. Read more here.

Steam Error Messages

• "Could not get client.dll interface from library client"
  If you're getting this error message, go to this thread for the fix!
  
  
• "Invalid STEAM UserID Ticket Fix"
  If you're getting this error message, go to this thread for the fix!

Validating Game Files

Other issues can be fixed by validating your game files. This can be done via Steam Library, following these steps:

• 1. Right click on "Zombie Panic Source".
  
• 2. Select the "Properties" option.
  
• 3. Select the "Local Files" tab.
  
• 4. Click the "Verify integrity of game files" and let Steam do the job.

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[Silence]

Can we also add a brief how-to for installing the game in this thread as well? Seems a lot of people ask the same questions in regards to installing the game, so it may be beneficial to add this information here.

[Tabajara]

Originally posted by Silence:

Can we also add a brief how-to for installing the game in this thread as well? Seems a lot of people ask the same questions in regards to installing the game, so it may be beneficial to add this information here.

Please do, whenever you can!

[Extreme Narwhal]

A "How can I start my own server" section would be quite helpful as well. :)

[Tabajara]

Originally posted by Extreme Narwhal:

A "How can I start my own server" section would be quite helpful as well. :)

It's located in the Server Discussion sub forums, check this thread for more info.
Cheers

[Lynx]

so, will be workshop added in the future?

[Tabajara]

Originally posted by Lynx:

so, will be workshop added in the future?

Cant promise that but if is possible on our end, we might add workshop support.

[Njã¥l]

Steam Workshop would certainly help the game bloom.

[ИЗИ ПУСЬКА]

nice

[hels]

Linux, yeah, love, cheer))

[Tabajara]

FAQ updated.

[CEO of Gaming]

My game crashes a few seconds after opening every time. I've validated the files and installed the game a second time. Nothing seems to work.

[Tabajara]

Originally posted by Undercover Toaster:

My game crashes a few seconds after opening every time. I've validated the files and installed the game a second time. Nothing seems to work.

Try uninstalling QuickTime from your PC. If this doesn't help, create a new thread here

[Dio]

Originally posted by ~Enstinck~:

Okay... this is really pissing me off you guys, i need help, everytime i boot up zombie panic source, right after the zombie panic intro the game shuts off and goes right back to my desktop, if there's anybody out there that has the same problem or is able to fix the problem I'm having, please contact me.

Wtf, the answer is one reply behind yours... Uninstall Quicktime...

[Quarante-Cinq]

i want to know : How can we know if a teammate survivor is infected ? his name is green or only the infected survivor can know ? (i know, in zombie, we can see him in green)

[Orphanage]

Originally posted by Sonic45:

i want to know : How can we know if a teammate survivor is infected ? his name is green or only the infected survivor can know ? (i know, in zombie, we can see him in green)

The only way to figure out is shoot or beat suspected survivor with melee. If you see him getting injured, its most likely he is infected.
However, please remember that some servers might enable Friendly Fire option which in this case, you better just stay away from everybody for at least 5 meters.