Changing the difficulty alters how tough enemies are and how scarce resources become. Whether you want an easier experience for new players or a punishing challenge, adjusting the difficulty is simple using the Wabbanode Control Panel.
Looking to adjust other gameplay parameters? See our guide on How to Change Your 7 Days to Die Server Settings.
Understanding Difficulty Levels
7 Days to Die supports multiple difficulty presets, ranging from Scavenger (easiest) up to Insane (hardest). Higher settings increase zombie health and damage, decrease loot and make nighttime more dangerous. Custom difficulty values are also supported for fine‑tuning.
Changing the Difficulty
- Navigate to the Wabbanode Control Panel and Stop your server.
- Open the Settings tab and locate the Gameplay option.
- Choose your preferred difficulty level from the drop‑down menu or slider. Typical options include:
- Scavenger for players seeking a relaxed experience.
- Adventurer a balanced mode suitable for most players.
- Warrior zombies hit harder and spawn more frequently.
- Survivalist a tough challenge designed for veteran survivors.
- Insane only recommended for those who want brutal difficulty.
- Optionally, adjust individual values such as zombie run speed, block damage or loot abundance.
- Click Save to apply your changes.
- Start your server. The new difficulty will take effect immediately when players reconnect.
By customizing the difficulty level, you control how intense your 7 Days to Die server feels. Raise or lower the challenge at any time to keep the experience fresh for your group.
