7 Days to Die Version 3.0 Stable Release Adds 150 Sandbox Options and Magnitude Stats
The update marks the first major content release under Behaviour Interactive's ownership, adding systems that fundamentally change how players approach loot and world rules in a game that has been in active development for over a decade.
Key Facts
- The Fun Pimps released the stable version 3.0 'Dead Hot Summer' update for '7 Days to Die' on June 30, 2026, on PC (Steam, Microsoft Store), Xbox Series X|S, and PS5.
- A new random enhancement stat called Magnitude appears on looted equipment, indicated by stars, and the Combine Station workstation lets players transfer Magnitude to higher-quality weapons.
- Over 60 new Points of Interest (POIs) were added, including the Champions Coliseum stadium, and a new endgame weapon, the M60 Turret, is introduced.
- The update is the first major content release since Behaviour Interactive acquired The Fun Pimps in March 2026, and a 45% off sale runs on Steam until July 10 and on PS5 until July 1.
Reporting from 3 sources: Denfaminicogamer, Automaton, Game Spark.
The Fun Pimps released the stable version 3.0 'Dead Hot Summer' update for '7 Days to Die' on June 30, 2026, on PC (Steam, Microsoft Store), Xbox Series X|S, and PS5. The update, which had been in beta since June 19, introduces 150 sandbox customization options that let players adjust parameters like movement speed, zombie damage multipliers, and daylight hours. Presets can be shared among users, and 11 new official presets are included. A new random enhancement stat called Magnitude appears on looted equipment, adding a hack-and-slash-style reason to hunt for better gear. The Combine Station workstation lets players transfer Magnitude to higher-quality weapons. Over 60 new Points of Interest (POIs) were added, including the Champions Coliseum stadium. The DLC 'Beachwear Armor Set' launched alongside the update. A 45% off sale runs on Steam until July 10 and on PS5 until July 1. The update also includes a UI overhaul and crosshair editing. This is the first major update since Behaviour Interactive acquired The Fun Pimps in March 2026.
The update also introduces a new endgame weapon, the M60 Turret, according to Denfaminicogamer. The Magnitude stat appears on looted equipment as a random enhancement, indicated by stars on items. A tiered quality system now applies to item modifiers, and higher-quality tools like pots speed up cooking and provide other conveniences.
Among the 11 new official sandbox presets is "Chibi Mode," where zombies become small and fast. The 150 customization parameters let players adjust player stats like movement speed and zombie damage multipliers, and toggle UI elements such as zombie HP and maps on or off. Presets are shareable among users.
The Champions Coliseum is a massive soccer stadium added among the over 60 new POIs. The update also includes fixes to fall damage for animals and zombies when falling from heights. Mod users and server administrators should note changes in file management methods, as reported by Automaton.
The game, which began early access in 2013 and received its full release in 2024, has cumulative sales exceeding 20 million copies. The 45% off sale puts the Steam version at 2,695 yen and the PS5 version at 3,932 yen.
Synthesized by Yomimono from the 3 cited sources below, including Japanese-language reporting where cited, then editorially reviewed before publishing.
Sources
- Denfaminicogamer 高評価ゾンビサバイバルゲーム『7 Days to Die』の45％オフセールが開催、Steam版が45%オフの2695円に。ゲームルールを変更する150種の項目、新要素「Magnitude」などを追加するバージョン3.0も配信開始
- Automaton ゾンビサバイバル『7 Days to Die』大型アプデ3.0正式リリース、装備に「ハクスラ風ランダム強化」が実装。ワールド設定項目が“150種”に大幅拡大など、追加要素どっさり
- Game Spark 『7 Days to Die』V3.0安定版・コンソール版アプデ配信。150種ものサンドボックスのカスタマイズオプションでまったく新しいルールでサバイバル