Step into Navezgane and test your mettle in 7 Days to Die - Console Edition XBOX-X, the groundbreaking zombie survival sandbox that blends first-person shooter action, survival horror, tower defense, and RPG depth into one expansive open world. With over 18 million copies sold, this is the definitive sandbox for players who want more than a run-and-gun run. Build, scavenge, fight, and survive in a game that rewards planning, creativity, and teamwork.
What makes this edition stand out on Xbox
This physical edition for Xbox consoles includes exclusive platform skins that celebrate your playthrough on Xbox Series X. In addition, you’ll find the Crimson Warlord weapon skin available as a bonus, adding a unique flair to your character’s appearance and arsenal. The in-game world, crafted for ambitious survivors, is designed to unleash your creativity and your tactical instincts.
Massive, dynamic world to explore
- Explore huge biomes and environments up to 100 square kilometres in size, with cities, towns, lakes, mountains, valleys, roads, caves, and more—offering nearly 700 distinct locations to discover.
- Experience a living, evolving landscape where exploration, looting, and discovery continually fuel your next move.
- Choose your path each playthrough with a campaign or procedurally generated worlds for endless replayability.
Craft, build, and customize with depth
- Master hundreds of recipes and schematics to craft weapons, clothes, armor, tools, and even vehicles—from bicycles to gyrocopters.
- Design and fortify your base with a fully destructible, moldable world. Set traps, deploy power grids, and mount auto turrets to defend against relentless waves of threats.
- Unleash your creativity with over 1,300 building blocks and more than 800 in-game items, plus a painting system that opens up limitless decorative possibilities.
Combat, enemies, and survival depth
- Face nearly 60 zombie archetypes, each with distinct behaviors and escalating difficulty to keep you on your toes.
- Engage hardcore survival mechanics with nearly 50 buffs, boosts, and ailments that add real risk and reward to every decision.
- Loot for the best weapons, tools, and armor across six quality ranges, with thousands of permutations and a wide array of mods to tailor your loadout.
Progression, roles, and character growth
- Grow your character with a rich RPG ladder: hundreds of perks and attributes informed by experience and exploration, plus over 100 books that unlock new skills and capabilities.
- Customize your appearance and gear with an extensive wardrobe of clothing and armor that you can craft or loot in the world.
Co-op, competition, and community gameplay
- Play solo, co-operate with friends to build thriving settlements, or test your might against others in a wasteland where zombies and outlaws shape the landscape.
- Trade with Trader NPCs who buy, sell, and issue quests, adding a dynamic economy and occasional challenges to your survival grind.
Vehicles, farming, and multidisciplinary play
- Scavenge parts, craft, and customize a range of vehicles—from bicycles to minibikes, motorcycles, 4x4s, and gyrocopters—to traverse the sprawling map with speed and strategy.
- Plant gardens and farm for sustainable resources, then switch to hunting over a dozen unique animals when resources run low.
Who this is for
- Players who crave a deep, long-term survival challenge that rewards planning, base-building, and tactical combat.
- Groups seeking cooperative play with meaningful progression, persistent worlds, and the freedom to choose how to approach threats and exploration.
- Fans of open-world sandbox RPGs who want a highly customizable experience with robust crafting, exploration, and combat systems.
Practical tips to get started
Begin by gathering resources to seed a sturdy base, then unlock essential skills through the books that best fit your playstyle. Prioritize building a defensible perimeter with traps and electricity to weather the undead hordes, and don’t neglect traders—they’re your pathway to valuable gear and quests that accelerate progression. Experiment with different vehicle setups to optimize scavenging runs and exploration, and mix crafting with exploration to continuously improve your arsenal and survival odds.
Why this game can redefine your survival play
7 Days to Die is more than a shooter or a builder; it’s a strategic survival RPG where your choices matter. The combination of large-scale exploration, an incredibly broad crafting system, a wide array of enemies, and flexible multiplayer options creates a uniquely personal experience. It’s not just about surviving the next day—it’s about thriving in a world where every decision reshapes your fate.