Wasteland Launcher

Queue, auto-patch mods, and jump into Wasteland RP — all from one window.

Download for Windows

Why Use It?

Wasteland Launcher main screen showing the character list, queue status, patch state, and footer tools.

One-click queue. Pick a character, hit join, and the launcher starts PZ when your slot opens.
Mods stay in sync. Necroid auto-installs the server's java mods and bug fixes — no manual setup.
Easier when things break. One-click network test, debug log bundles, and self-updating launcher.

What's Inside

Queue manager

Live queue status, ETA, swap and extend — without touching the website.

Necroid auto-patcher

Installs and updates the Wasteland java mod set against your Project Zomboid install.

Auto-launch PZ

When your queue spot is ready, the game starts and signs you in automatically.

Network tester

Diagnose connection issues with a one-click test against the server.

Debug bundles

Pack PZ + launcher logs into a single zip you can attach to Discord or a ticket.

Self-updating

New versions install themselves on launch — no chasing download links.

All Downloads

macOS (Apple Silicon)

Coming soon

macOS (Intel)

Coming soon

FAQ

What if it doesn't work?

Open a Website Bug ticket in our Discord and we'll take a look. Include any error message you saw and roughly what you were doing.

It's taking a long time to patch.

The first patch is the slow one — Necroid has to decompile and recompile your Project Zomboid install. After that, future updates should be much faster.

Is it safe? Windows SmartScreen popped up!

The builds on this site are produced by the Wasteland team and we stand behind them. SmartScreen flags new, unsigned executables until they build reputation — that's expected for a small project like this. As always, keep your antivirus up to date and exercise the same caution you would with anything you download.

Does this replace Steam Workshop mods?

No. The mods bundled with the launcher are java mods, managed by the Necroid PZ Java Mod Manager. They tweak parts of PZ that Workshop mods can't reach — fixing the weather flashing bug, the radio static issue, adding zoom levels, and other small quality-of-life tools. Your Workshop mods keep working as normal.

It's Optional — But Recommended

You can still join Wasteland the old way. The launcher is here to make the boring parts (mod installs, queueing, log gathering) painless — not to replace anything you already do.

Most players find it worth the install: the java mods are great, queue management is easy, and the debug tools save real time when something goes sideways. Try it for a session and see for yourself.