1. home /
  2. news /
  3. 7 days to die storms brewing experimental

News

7 Days To Die
Update

7 Days to Die: Storms Brewing Experimental

7 Days to Die: Storms Brewing Experimental

The Storms Brewing Experimental V2.0 is here for 7 Days to Die! This massive overhaul update introduces new content, features, and changes that drastically improve the game. Whether you’re exploring challenges for permanent immunity, using new perks, or checking out Navezgane’s makeover, you have tons of features to enjoy with this update.
 
Survive inside this update today with your own server and save 15% off with the promo code STORM15 from now until June 22nd, 2025! This promo code cannot be combined with other offers.
 

Rent Your 7 Days to Die Server Hosting

 
Let’s break down what the Storms Brewing Experimental V2.0 update looks like in 7 Days to Die! 🔥

Biome Progression & Elemental Survival

There are major changes to progression and survival with this experimental update. These include new elemental challenges, threat levels, loot cap increases, along with biome-specific zombies. Players are encouraged to explore, survive against hazards, and even have the chance to craft buffs.
 

Elemental Hazards New challenges including heat, cold, smoke, and radiation.
Craftable Buffs Players can craft consumables for temporary resistance to the elements.
Permanent Immunity Completing biome challenges unlocks permanent resistance to elemental hazards.
Progressive Biome Loot Loot caps increase as players progress, encouraging exploration.
New Biome Zombies Includes the Desert Plague Spitter and other biome-specific enemies.

Upgraded Perk System

As you explore this massive update in 7 Days to Die, you may notice a change in the perk system. There are 10 unique of them, with each one having 5 levels. Additionally, there is a mastery perk set and general perks tab for more advanced / generalized customization. These specific attributes allow you and others to build their ideal character.
 

Option Description
Expanded Perk Trees Each attribute now includes 10 perks with 5 levels per perk.
Master Perks New Mastery Perk Set for each attribute.
General Perks Tab Non-attribute-specific perks allow for more flexible builds.
Perk Rebalancing Some perks have been adjusted or moved to improve progression.

New Threats & Sledgehammer Books

With the Storms Brewing Experimental V2.0 update, there’s new zombies on the horizon that players may find challenging. These include Charged Blue and Infernal Orange, adding an extra layer of danger in the late game. On top of that, there is a new sledgehammer book series to further enhance the damage of its output. Slaying zombies with an ultra powerful weapon is always best in 7 Days to Die.
 

Option Description
Upgraded Zombies Includes Charged Blue and Infernal Orange zombies with new behaviors.
Crawl Out Zombies Zombies can now crawl out of 1 meter spaces and under obstacles.
Sledgehammer Books A new Sledgehammer book series was added to enhance this weapon class.

Crossplay & Dedicated Servers

One of the major changes with this update is that crossplay is coming to dedicated servers. However, as of writing this – platform certification has to be completed. If everything goes smoothly, then console players will be able to play with computer users on a dedicated server. This would be a huge benefit to the game, providing more ways for the community to enjoy 7 Days to Die.
 

Option Description
Crossplay Testing Testing underway for crossplay on dedicated servers.
Console Certification Crossplay for consoles is pending platform certification.
Improved Multiplayer Potentially expanded cross-platform multiplayer experience.

Environmental Updates

There are many visual upgrades with this experimental release, along with an overhaul for Navezgane. Players may find themselves in a more realistic world and environment, increasing gameplay’s immersion. Exploration is improved and encouraged with these changes!
 

Option Description
Optimized Trees & Foliage Trees and foliage have been optimized for better performance and reduced draw calls.
Sub-biomes A new sub-biome system introduces more varied, believable environments.
Navezgane Overhaul Biome boundaries and POI placement updated for improved travel flow and exploration.

QoL Gameplay Changes

From a new quest marker system to cosmetic DLCs, the quality of life changes with the Storms Brewing Experimental update is expansive. Players can easily track objectives, spawn near friends for better co-op experiences, and so much more. In the full release, we’re bound to see more of these QoL changes!
 

Option Description
Quest Marker System A new system for custom quest markers helps players track objectives more easily.
Spawn Near Friend New feature allowing players to spawn near friends for better co-op play.
Main Menu Return A button to easily return to the main menu before joining a game.
Cosmetic DLC & Twitch Drops New cosmetic DLC options and Twitch Drops for extra customization.

Storms Brewing Update – Experimental Release

Since the release of this experimental update, players can provide their feedback via reviews and community posts. This will be extremely helpful for the developers, as in May of this year, the full stable version of V2.0 will be released. Only then will we see all the features and changes in the game! Whether you like the new elemental survival mechanics, challenges, or QoL gameplay changes – you have tons of new content to check out.


Rent Your 7 Days to Die Server Hosting


#7 Days To Die
#Update
6/16/2025

Grab your very own game server now.

Order game server
  1. home /
  2. news /
  3. 7 days to die storms brewing experimental
Pay the way you prefer
Klarna Payment Badge
Our memberships
RIPE NCC - Ripe Network Coordination Centre Women in Games
v1.30.0-168-g6f64a707 © 2025 marbis / Nitrado USA, Inc.. All rights reserved. All prices are shown as gross prices and include VAT.