How to Turn on Night Vision in Project Zomboid?

Night vision is an essential tool for surviving in the dark, and it’s a powerful tool that can give you an advantage in close combat. If you’re wondering how to turn on night vision in Project Zomboid, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve got tips on how to get Night vision goggles, the Cat’s Eyes trait, and other tips that help you survive in the darkness. For more survival strategies, check out our beginner's survival guide.

Night Vision Goggles

If you’re wondering how to find Night vision goggles in Project Zomboid, then you are in luck. The game actually comes with multiple mod plugins that you can install if you don’t already have them installed. Adding night vision goggles to your zombie-killing gear will make it easier for you to spot your prey, and it will allow you to have a much better view of the world around you.

The first mod we recommend is the eris_nightvision_goggles mod which adds night vision goggles that are compatible with B41 IWBUM.

Allow you enable Night Vision API upon the Brita's Armor Pack or another mod with a “Night Vision” Item Display Name.

The second mod we recommend is the Night Vision Goggles Mod which allows you to enable the Night Vision API upon the Brita’s Armor Pack or another mod with a “Night Vision” Item Display Name.

Sandbox Darkness setting

If you don’t want to miss anything, you can adjust the “Darkness during Night” to “Bright” to make it easier to forage for resources in search mode.

Cat’s Eyes Trait

If you’re looking for an edge in the dark, then the Cat’s Eyes trait can be a great help. This trait increases +20% better vision at night, so if you’re hunting zombies in the dark, this trait can be particularly helpful. The same goes for Dextrous. This trait makes moving items more convenient both during day and night. All these traits can be obtained by spending four points. For more information about character traits, see our complete traits guide.

Eris Minimap

Zombies will appear if they are seen by a local player or if they are very close (~5 tiles) (line of sight) (affected by hearing).

If you have difficulty seeing in the dark, then you may want to install the Eris Minimap mod to help you find your current position. This mod can also display the zombie on the map near you.

Changing the Brightness of Your Monitor

To change the brightness of your monitor, you may need to adjust the “black level” option. I typically keep the brightness low, but when the game goes dark, it usually works well.

Starting as a Lumberjack
If you’re starting out in Project Zomboid and don’t want to spend all of your time outside, then the first step is to start out as a lumberjack. This profession will give you more strength and extra fitness points, so you can run and hit zombies for longer periods of time. This profession also boosts your carrying capacity, which is great for those of us who spend a lot of time looting. For more occupation options, check out our guide on the best builds for beginners.

Conclusion
Night vision is an essential tool for surviving in the dark and is a powerful tool that can give you an advantage in close combat. If you’re wondering how to turn on night vision in Project Zomboid, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve got tips on how to get Night vision goggles, the Cat’s Eyes trait, and other tips that help you survive in the darkness. Keep your eyes open, and you’ll be able to survive any nightmarish situation. For more survival tips, explore our guides on winter survival and combat strategies.