War of the Walkers (WotW) is one of the longest-running 7 Days to Die overhaul mods — a class-based content expansion that adds “more of everything”: new weapons, stations, vehicles, enemies, and an RPG-style profession system. Maintained by Dwallorde on the SphereII Core libraries, it’s a great pick if you want breadth and variety rather than pure punishment. Here’s what it adds, which version it runs on, and how to install it.
What is War of the Walkers?
War of the Walkers is a content-expansion overhaul with a class layer on top of the vanilla loop. Its standout features:
- 8 classes — Soldier, Mechanic, Scientist, Builder, Scavenger, Farmer, Medic, and Engineer, each with unique perks, starting gear, and crafting recipes.
- Expanded arsenal — assault rifles, shotguns, sniper rifles, flamethrowers, rocket launchers and more.
- Advanced crafting stations — Advanced Workbench, Chemistry Station, Electronics Lab, Vehicle Workshop, with tiered progression.
- New vehicles — motorcycle, truck, gyrocopter, and boat.
- Enhanced zombie AI and new enemy variants, plus electrical systems and automated defenses.
It leans “more content-rich and moderately harder” than vanilla — not as brutally grindy as Ravenhearst, but with far more to build and unlock.
What game version does War of the Walkers run on?
Unlike some overhauls that stall on old builds, WotW is actively maintained on two lines:
- A stable build for game version 1.0.
- An experimental build for game version 2.6.
It received updates in 2026, so it’s one of the more current overhauls — but you must match the mod file to your exact game version. Download the 1.0 build if you’re on 1.0, or the V2.6 experimental build if you’re on that branch. As with other big overhauls, it isn’t confirmed for the newest V3.0 “Dead Hot Summer” stable yet, so check the current release notes before updating your game.
How to install War of the Walkers
- Back up your saves and set your Steam game branch to match the mod build (1.0 or the V2.6 branch).
- Install via the 7D2D Mod Launcher, manual extraction into
Mods, or a dedicated-server upload. - Disable EAC. As a custom-code (SphereII Core) overhaul, it needs Easy Anti-Cheat off — standard for this class of mod, even where it isn’t spelled out in the docs.
- Start a fresh world for best results.
Compatibility with other mods
WotW plays nicely with content-adding modlets, but it conflicts with mods that alter quest or skill systems — those overlap with its class and progression layer. Pair it only with cosmetic or content modlets, not other core-mechanic overhauls. Don’t stack it with Undead Legacy or Ravenhearst.
Running War of the Walkers on a server
The mod must be installed on the server and every client, all on the same build and game version. XGamingServer 7 Days to Die hosting makes this straightforward — upload the overhaul server-side, set your branch, toggle EAC, and invite your friends, with instant setup and 24/7 support. See our best 7DtD server mods roundup for more options.
FAQ
Does it work on the current game version? Yes — there’s a 1.0 stable build and a V2.6 experimental build. Download the file that matches your game version.
Can I run it with other mods? Content modlets are usually fine, but avoid anything that changes quests or skills — those conflict with the class system.
Do I need it on the server? Yes — install it on the server and all clients, matched to the same version.
Is it harder than vanilla? Moderately — it’s more about breadth and RPG variety than brutal difficulty. For the hardest experience, see Ravenhearst; for depth and realism, Undead Legacy.
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