Immersive Driving

Make driving in Project Zomboid feel more realistic with new camera movements and in-car character animations.

Features

• Hands turn the steering wheel along with the car.
• The camera reacts to acceleration, braking, turning and impacts.
• A fixed camera mode follows the car while letting you look around freely.
• Natural head movement for every player, both drivers and passengers. Other players can see where you're looking.
• Drivers and passengers move naturally while the car is moving.
• Passengers with empty hands rest them on their knees.
• Animations for starting the engine, using car keys and hotwiring.
• All effects can be customized through Mod Options.

Installation

1. Subscribe to Immersive Driving, Viewpoint and ZombieBuddy.
2. Set up ZombieBuddy and allow the Java addon if the game asks.
3. Enable all three mods and restart the game.
4. Settings are under Options → Mods → Immersive Driving.

Multiplayer

The mod works in multiplayer for both drivers and passengers. All players see each other's head movements and steering animations, even from outside the car.

For servers: add all three mods to both the Mods and Steam Workshop lists. Every player needs the latest versions of the mods and a correctly installed ZombieBuddy.

Requirements

• Project Zomboid Build 42
• Viewpoint
• ZombieBuddy 2.3.4 or newer

FAQ

Does it work in isometric view? No. Camera effects and animations are only visible when using Viewpoint.

Does it work with modded vehicles? Yes, including vehicles from KI5 mods. Some custom vehicles may have limited animation support.

Why isn't the mod working? Make sure all three required mods are enabled and loaded correctly. Also check whether you have other camera mods installed that might conflict.

Additional information

Immersive Driving only adds visual effects and does not change how vehicles handle.