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Pro tip: in the early days. The cooking shows unlock recipes and give a huge XP boost.

Do not try to use Build 41 guides for Build 39. Here is why:

This expansion isn’t just cosmetic — it provides new looting opportunities and potential base locations far from the urban sprawl. The official PZ online map was updated to reflect these additions, and the game’s engine was overhauled to handle and stream the much larger environment.

Build 39 introduced nine distinct vehicle models , not counting their variants (e.g., police sedans, Spiffo vans). Every vehicle has its own set of replacement parts — meaning you cannot assume a part from a Chevalier Cerise will fit a Dash Bulldriver.

Build 39 was the final "stable" build before the massive animation overhaul (Build 40) and the subsequent combat rework (Build 41). If you are looking for information on how the work (crafting, farming, carpentry, and metalworking) functioned in this specific version, you have come to the right place.

If you'd like, I can provide a list of the most essential mods for Build 39, or explain how to set up a dedicated server for this version.