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· One of the biggest changes in the 7 Days to Die 3.0 update is the completely revamped main menu. · Its new design heightens anticipation for the game.

· Approximately 12 presets have been added to the sandbox features, making game setting management more convenient. · Each preset shows its impact on game stats based on difficulty (from Scavenger to Insane). · Selecting the 'Official Group' preset allows you to experience various options set by the developers.

· The core of this update lies in the vast 150 sandbox options. · Players can finely tune almost every aspect of the game. · Key Setting Categories:

Category	Details
Movement Speed	Adjustable running speed, crouch speed, stamina regeneration rate, etc.
Death Penalty	Configurable item loss (1-20 random items), item durability reduction (default 10%), etc.
Entities	Adjustable zombie density, max tier (can exclude irradiated, elite zombies), block damage, headshot mode (only headshots kill), etc.
World	Configurable airdrop times, day/night cycle length, map/screen marker visibility, time display, etc.
Resources	Adjustable loot and crafting resource quantities for items, weapons, armor, etc.
Crafting	Adjustable crafting progress (magazine required?), backpack/workbench crafting availability, forge timers, etc.
Trader	Configurable trading availability, trader hours, dialogue display, vending machines, trader protection (land claimable?), etc.
Quests	Configurable visibility for challenges, POI routes, trade routes.
Other	Kill celebration effects (fireworks), adjustable zombie size/sound/head size, gravity adjustment (min 50%), grayscale mode, etc.

· Notably, the option to disable zombie digging reopens the possibility of building underground bases. · Your configured sandbox options can be saved and shared as a code, allowing other players to easily apply the same settings.

· The 'Magnitude' system grants weapons or tools special bonus effects. · Unlike regular items, 'Magnitude' items are marked with an orange star in their description and provide additional stats (e.g., increased magazine size, faster attack speed). · These bonuses are added to the item's base stats, resulting in more powerful performance.

· With the new 'Crafting Station,' you can combine two weapons or tools of the same type to create a higher-tier item. · During this process, the stats of the item with the higher stats will be reflected, and you can also gain additional stat boosts. · Combining items does not consume fuel or resources and only applies to weapon and tool items. (Mod items cannot be combined). · Additionally, weapon and tool mods have level-based stat differences, allowing for more potent effects. (e.g., Gravedigger mod, Burning Shaft mod).

· This update adds 60 new Points of Interest (POIs). (e.g., Been There Coffee Company, Granddaddy's Cable Corporation, etc.). · New POIs can only be found in randomly generated worlds and do not apply to the Navezgane map. · Furthermore, the in-game sign system has been improved, allowing for more diverse and dynamic signage. This also opens up new possibilities for modders.

· Players can now freely customize crosshair visibility, dynamic display, aiming display, size, thickness, and color. · This helps optimize the gameplay experience for individual preferences.

· Steam users can experience the update first through the experimental build after streamer weekend. · Console users will be able to access the same content after the stable update is released. · Mod usage is not possible on the console version, so players can enjoy diverse gameplay through sandbox options.