[B42] Carry Visible Items In Hands [WIP]

Project Zomboid Mod: Carry Visible Items In Hands

Tired of your survivor’s pockets magically swallowing essential items when you need them most? This mod for Project Zomboid aims to shatter that immersion-breaking illusion, allowing you to physically see and carry a vast array of items in your character’s hands. Gone are the days of invisible buckets of water or inexplicably vanishing tools. With [B42] Carry Visible Items In Hands, your survivor’s actions will feel more grounded and believable than ever before.

More Than Just a Visual Tweak

This mod expands upon the concept of visually carrying items, offering a significant upgrade to the in-game experience. The developer’s goal is to enhance the realism by ensuring that many objects you equip or interact with are actually displayed in your character’s grip. This isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about creating a more tangible and immersive world where your survivor’s inventory management feels more intuitive and less like a magical inventory system.

Extensive Item Support

The mod boasts an impressive and ever-growing list of over 250 items that are now visibly carried. This includes common survival essentials and more specialized gear:

• Containers like bottles, canteens, buckets, watering cans, and dispenser bottles.
• Electronic devices such as radios and CD players.
• Various car parts, including wheels and hoods.
• Propane tanks and other utility items.

The developer is actively working on expanding this list further, prioritizing community suggestions to ensure the mod caters to the most desired visual enhancements.

Future Updates and Considerations

This is a Work In Progress, with plans for even more item integration and potential adjustments to existing models for maximum immersion. It’s important to note that the mod primarily affects items designated as “Equip as primary/secondary.” The existing functionality for carrying log stacks is also included. The developer states that the mod is safe to add and remove from existing saves. While some items utilize modified models or simply have their visibility enabled, this generally does not alter the stats of the items themselves, focusing solely on the visual representation for a more believable survivor experience.