https://pzwiki.net/w/api.php?action=feedcontributions&user=LethalCitizen&feedformat=atomPZwiki - User contributions [en]2024-03-29T11:46:00ZUser contributionsMediaWiki 1.39.6https://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=User_talk:LethalCitizen&diff=281143User talk:LethalCitizen2024-03-20T07:23:55Z<p>LethalCitizen: /* Zombie impale times */</p>
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<div>==Images which another editor helped me with already==<br />
[[File:Twiggy's.png]]<br />
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[[File:Burgerslogo.png]]<br />
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[[File:Rosewood Medical.png]]<br />
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how did you make this flat? <br />
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where did you find this logo? <br />
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I got mine from the game files, but the logos are diagonal. <br />
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I see this feature in photoshop: https://helpx.adobe.com/photoshop/using/perspective-warp.html<br />
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Thanks in advance. [[User:Ikip|Ikip]] ([[User talk:Ikip|talk]]) 18:22, 22 September 2023 (BST)<br />
:These are from Vaileasys and were posted on Discord a while back, so you came a full circle [[User:Ikip]]. It was a pack of 22 logos and I believe most (if not all) should be uploaded already? I'll check when I'll have some spare free time. :) —[[User:Faalagorn|Faalagorn]][[User talk:Faalagorn|☎]]/[[Special:Contributions/Faalagorn|✓]] 15:45, 1 October 2023 (BST)<br />
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[[File:Nolan's Used Cars.png]]<br />
:We have a great tutorial thanks to [[User talk:Pohly]]:<br />
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:Zomboid Wiki - Straightening signs GIMP Tutorial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29ZULSS6gvk [[User:Ikip|Ikip]] ([[User talk:Ikip|talk]]) 21:38, 3 October 2023 (BST)<br />
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[[file:The Rusty Rifle.png]]<br />
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==Barnstar==<br />
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|style="vertical-align: middle; border-top: 1px solid gray;" | Thank you for your edits on the wiki above, they are the most beautifully done signs on this wiki. [[User:Ikip|Ikip]] ([[User talk:Ikip|talk]]) 15:18, 24 January 2024 (UTC)<br />
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Dairy Free Lord Lethal Tartanus<br />
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Wrote on discord:<br />
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:ikip Sorry mate only just noticed your msgs on the pzwiki too. Thank you for this, but you should definitely be giving to Vail. He gave me those logos to use back when I was new and trying to make business pages. [[User:Ikip|Ikip]] ([[User talk:Ikip|talk]]) 01:39, 26 January 2024 (UTC)<br />
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==Is the gold bars an easter egg also? ==<br />
How are you?<br />
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I see you created [[Easter eggs]] <br />
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Please see [[Talk:Easter_eggs#Gold_bars_in_the_walk_in_mausoleum_in_the_cemetery]]<br />
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Is the gold bars an easter egg also? <br />
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[[User:Ikip|Ikip]] ([[User talk:Ikip|talk]]) 19:50, 24 January 2024 (UTC)<br />
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==Conversation on discord==<br />
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Dairy Free Lord Lethal Tartanus<br />
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And also you asked me if the Ecstasy of Gold was actually an easter egg. I'm not 100% certain but I strongly believe yes. It has the same name as a song used in the film Good, Bad and the Ugly and the song played in a scene where one of the main characters is searching for a gold in a graveyard. I don't think I need to screenshot every single easter egg and put in the picture gallery, cause I don't wanna clog up the page. But I do think that's a good pic, you ok with me using it in the gallery? <br />
:go ahead.[[User:Ikip|Ikip]] ([[User talk:Ikip|talk]]) 01:40, 26 January 2024 (UTC)<br />
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== Zombie impale times ==<br />
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Hello, I noticed that you were the one who figured out the time until you can find a weapon on a zombie (EX: Katana - 60 days; Machete - 20 days). I was wondering how you were able to find the information.<br />
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Thanks, [[User:wegoBOOM Bois|wegoBOOM Bois]]<br />
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Apologies if this response is late, my houses internet was out for quite a while. Yeah, open up the PZ game files through steam properties or file explorer etc, open up these folders, media > lua > shared > definitions and then open up AttachedWeaponDefinitions. You'll be able to find the code for weapons impaled on zombies or attached to their belt/back etc. - Lethal</div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=User_talk:LethalCitizen&diff=281139User talk:LethalCitizen2024-03-20T07:23:36Z<p>LethalCitizen: /* Zombie impale times */</p>
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<div>==Images which another editor helped me with already==<br />
[[File:Twiggy's.png]]<br />
<br />
[[File:Burgerslogo.png]]<br />
<br />
[[File:Rosewood Medical.png]]<br />
<br />
how did you make this flat? <br />
<br />
where did you find this logo? <br />
<br />
I got mine from the game files, but the logos are diagonal. <br />
<br />
I see this feature in photoshop: https://helpx.adobe.com/photoshop/using/perspective-warp.html<br />
<br />
Thanks in advance. [[User:Ikip|Ikip]] ([[User talk:Ikip|talk]]) 18:22, 22 September 2023 (BST)<br />
:These are from Vaileasys and were posted on Discord a while back, so you came a full circle [[User:Ikip]]. It was a pack of 22 logos and I believe most (if not all) should be uploaded already? I'll check when I'll have some spare free time. :) —[[User:Faalagorn|Faalagorn]][[User talk:Faalagorn|☎]]/[[Special:Contributions/Faalagorn|✓]] 15:45, 1 October 2023 (BST)<br />
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[[File:Nolan's Used Cars.png]]<br />
:We have a great tutorial thanks to [[User talk:Pohly]]:<br />
<br />
:Zomboid Wiki - Straightening signs GIMP Tutorial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29ZULSS6gvk [[User:Ikip|Ikip]] ([[User talk:Ikip|talk]]) 21:38, 3 October 2023 (BST)<br />
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[[file:The Rusty Rifle.png]]<br />
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==Barnstar==<br />
{| style="border: 1px solid gray; background-color: #fdffe7;"<br />
|rowspan="2" style="vertical-align:middle;" | [[File:Image (1).png|100px]]<br />
|rowspan="2" |<br />
|style="font-size: x-large; padding: 0; vertical-align: middle; height: 1.1em;" | '''The Special Barnstar'''<br />
|-<br />
|style="vertical-align: middle; border-top: 1px solid gray;" | Thank you for your edits on the wiki above, they are the most beautifully done signs on this wiki. [[User:Ikip|Ikip]] ([[User talk:Ikip|talk]]) 15:18, 24 January 2024 (UTC)<br />
|}<br />
Dairy Free Lord Lethal Tartanus<br />
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Wrote on discord:<br />
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:ikip Sorry mate only just noticed your msgs on the pzwiki too. Thank you for this, but you should definitely be giving to Vail. He gave me those logos to use back when I was new and trying to make business pages. [[User:Ikip|Ikip]] ([[User talk:Ikip|talk]]) 01:39, 26 January 2024 (UTC)<br />
<br />
==Is the gold bars an easter egg also? ==<br />
How are you?<br />
<br />
I see you created [[Easter eggs]] <br />
<br />
Please see [[Talk:Easter_eggs#Gold_bars_in_the_walk_in_mausoleum_in_the_cemetery]]<br />
<br />
Is the gold bars an easter egg also? <br />
<br />
[[User:Ikip|Ikip]] ([[User talk:Ikip|talk]]) 19:50, 24 January 2024 (UTC)<br />
<br />
==Conversation on discord==<br />
<br />
Dairy Free Lord Lethal Tartanus<br />
<br />
<br />
And also you asked me if the Ecstasy of Gold was actually an easter egg. I'm not 100% certain but I strongly believe yes. It has the same name as a song used in the film Good, Bad and the Ugly and the song played in a scene where one of the main characters is searching for a gold in a graveyard. I don't think I need to screenshot every single easter egg and put in the picture gallery, cause I don't wanna clog up the page. But I do think that's a good pic, you ok with me using it in the gallery? <br />
:go ahead.[[User:Ikip|Ikip]] ([[User talk:Ikip|talk]]) 01:40, 26 January 2024 (UTC)<br />
<br />
== Zombie impale times ==<br />
<br />
Hello, I noticed that you were the one who figured out the time until you can find a weapon on a zombie (EX: Katana - 60 days; Machete - 20 days). I was wondering how you were able to find the information.<br />
<br />
Thanks, [[User:wegoBOOM Bois|wegoBOOM Bois]]<br />
<br />
Apologies if this response is late, my houses internet was out for quite a while. Yeah, open up the PZ game files through steam properties or file explorer etc, open up these folders, media > lua > shared > definitions and then open up AttachedWeaponDefinitions. You'll be able to find the code for weapons impaled on zombies or attached to their belt/back etc.</div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=Easter_eggs&diff=263461Easter eggs2024-03-05T22:34:10Z<p>LethalCitizen: Couple of more easter eggs added</p>
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[[File:Spiffo in Terraria.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Spiffo]] enjoying the bloodshed in [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]].]]<br />
During your time exploring [[Knox Country]], various '''Easter eggs''' can be found throughout the area, referencing other games, media, developers etc. Many of these references are in the form of business names, graffiti, items, etc.<br />
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==Pop-culture==<br />
[[File:Goodman Exterior.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Goodman Legal Services]] in [[Louisville]] is a reference to Saul Goodman, a character in TV Series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].]]<br />
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*[[Romero Center for the Performing Arts]] is a theater in [[Louisville]]. The theater's name is a reference to film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]]. Romero invented the modern zombie with his debut film [[Wikipedia:Night of the Living Dead|Night of the Living Dead]].<br />
*[[Brooks Public Library of Louisville]] could be a reference to the author [[Wikipedia:Max Brooks|Max Brooks]]. Brooks' most famous novels are [[Wikipedia:The Zombie Survival Guide|The Zombie Survival Guide]] and [[Wikipedia:World War Z|World War Z]].<br />
*The [[Crossroads Mall]] in [[Valley Station]] is a reference to the mall of the same name in the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
*[[Goodman Legal Services]] is a law firm in Louisville, the name is a reference to Saul Goodman, a lawyer in the TV series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and the spin-off series [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].<br />
*[[A-1 Laundry]] are a chain of laundromats that are located in Louisville. The name is a reference to A1A Car Wash, a fictional car wash in Breaking Bad.<br />
*It can be possible to encounter a zombie wearing a [[Hockey Mask]] and with a [[Machete]] on their back. This is a reference to the immortal slasher [[Wikipedia:Jason Voorhees|Jason Voorhees]] from the [[Wikipedia:Friday the 13th (franchise)|Friday the 13th]] film franchise.<br />
*In a cemetery in Louisville, there is pallet of gold, hidden in a mausoleum. The pallet is called "[[The Ecstacy of Gold]]" (typo in-game) The pallet's name comes from two songs. The first is a reference to [[Wikipedia:The Ecstasy of Gold|a song of the same name]] used in the 1966 western film, [[Wikipedia:The Good, the Bad and the Ugly|The Good, the Bad and the Ugly]]. The song is used in a scene where one of the main characters is desperately searching for a hidden cache of gold coins in a graveyard. The second song is by Metallica, called The Ecsta'''c'''y of Gold, also misspelled with two c's.<br />
*[[Back To The Nurture Chiropractic Services]] is a chain of chiropractic offices with locations in Louisville and [[Riverside]]. The business name is likely a reference to the [[Wikipedia:Back to the Future (franchise)|Back to the Future]] film trilogy.<br />
*[[Bateman Office Building]] in downtown Louisville is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]], villain protagonist of the [[Wikipedia:American Psycho|American Psycho novel]] and [[Wikipedia:American Psycho (film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*The [[Shaken and Stirred]] bar is a reference [[Wikipedia:Shaken, not stirred|to a similar catchphrase]] from the [[Wikipedia:James Bond|James Bond]] franchise.<br />
*[[LSU Attenborough Sciences Building]] is referencing British broadcaster and biologist [[Wikipedia:David Attenborough|Sir David Attenborough]].<br />
*A [[CD]] called 'Raps for Christ' is likely a reference to a christian hip hop song and internet meme known as [[Wikipedia:Rappin' for Jesus|Rappin' for Jesus]].<br />
*The [[Guerilla Radio]] magazine could be referencing [[Wikipedia:Guerilla Radio|a song of the same name]] by American rock band [[Wikipedia:Rage Against the Machine|Rage Against the Machine]].<br />
*The 28th day is the default day in which the zombie population reaches its peak. This could be referencing the film, [[Wikipedia:28 Days Later|28 Days Later]] and sequel [[Wikipedia:28 Weeks Later|28 Weeks Later]].<br />
*On the channel [[Life and Living]], there is a program called Exposure Survival. The show's host is named Dean. This is a reference to the game designer [[Wikipedia:Dean Hall (game designer)|Dean Hall]]. Hall's most famous work being the zombie survival game, [[Wikipedia:DayZ (video game)|DayZ]].<br />
*[https://map.projectzomboid.com/#8931x10315 In the woods outside of Muldraugh and Rosewood], a message made out of dirt paths can be found. The message is a love heart with the name Brian. This is a reference to Brian Hicks, creative director of DayZ.<br />
*The name of the ice cream parlor chain [[Churn R Us]], is a reference to Chernarus, a fictional Eastern European country in [[Wikipedia:Arma 2|Arma 2]] and DayZ.<br />
*The challenge mode '[[A Really CD DA]]' is a reference to the survival game, [[Wikipedia:Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead|Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead]].<br />
*"Mother's Boy" VHS and the [[Waites Motel]] are the reference to the [[Wikipedia:Psycho (franchise)|Psycho franchise]].<br />
*One of the [[lunchbox]] variants is likely the reference to [[Wikipedia:Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles|Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles]].<br />
*The Picard hairstyle is likely a reference to [[Wikipedia:Jean-Luc Picard|Jean-Luc Picard]] from the science fiction franchise [[Wikipedia:Star Trek|Star Trek]].<br />
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===Film parodies===<br />
*The [[VHS]] film "Ace Pilot" is a parody of the action film, [[Wikipedia:Top Gun|Top Gun]].<br />
*"CyberKiller 2" is a parody of the science fiction action film, [[Wikipedia:Terminator 2: Judgment Day|Terminator 2: Judgment Day]].<br />
*"Pleistocene Land" is a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Jurassic Park (film)|Jurassic Park]].<br />
*"Slow Descent" is likely a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Stalker (1979 film)|Stalker]].<br />
*"Train Bomb" is likely a parody of the action film [[Wikipedia:Speed (1994 film)|Speed]].<br />
*"Man On the Run" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:The Fugitive (1993 film)|The Fugitive]].<br />
*"Breaking Point" is likely a parody of the thriller film [[Wikipedia:Falling Down|Falling Down]].<br />
*"Dead Wrong" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:Dirty Harry|Dirty Harry]].<br />
*"Dime Diamonds" is a parody of the neo-noir crime film [[Wikipedia:Reservoir Dogs|Reservoir Dogs]].<br />
*"All Over Again" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Groundhog Day (film)|Groundhog Day]].<br />
*"Home Invaders 2" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Home Alone 2: Lost in New York|Home Alone 2: Lost in New York]].<br />
*"Ghoul Stoppers" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Ghostbusters|Ghostbusters]].<br />
*"Fred and Ali's Radical Journey" is a parody of the science-fiction comedy film [[Wikipedia:Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure|Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure]].<br />
*"Tired in Toronto" is a parody of the romantic-comedy film [[Wikipedia:Sleepless in Seattle|Sleepless in Seattle]].<br />
*"Tangier" is a parody of the romantic-drama film [[Wikipedia:Casablanca (film)|Casablanca]].<br />
*"The Crying of the Foxes" is a parody of the horror novel [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(novel)|The Silence of the Lambs]] and it's [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*"The Thompsons" is a parody of the show [[Wikipedia:The Simpsons|The Simpsons]].<br />
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==The Indie Stone==<br />
[[File:Sunstar Graffiti.png|300px|thumb|right|Some of the graffiti in Knox Country references various developers.]]<br />
*A construction site in Muldraugh is owned by [[T.I.S. Construction]], referencing [[The Indie Stone]], the developer studio behind Project Zomboid.<br />
*[[Spiffo]], the game's adorable mascot was a character from [[PAWS]], an unreleased fighting game that Indie Stone were previously working on.<br />
*The pill bottles for [[antidepressants]] and [[beta blockers]] have the name "Binky" on it, referring to CaptainBinky, an alias used by artist and T.I.S co-founder [[Andy Hodgetts]].<br />
*In several areas of Knox Country, you can find "NasKo" spray-painted on a wall, this is a reference to the Community Manager, [[User:NasKo|NasKo]].<br />
*Some areas also have "RingoD" spray-painted on the wall. The graffiti is referencing former modder, turned developer, [[Paul Ring]].<br />
*[[Enigma Books]] is a chain of book stores with locations in [[West Point]] and Riverside, referencing the Support & Operations Manager, [[EnigmaGrey]].<br />
*The hardware store chain [[Zac's Hardware]] in Louisville, refers to developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo].<br />
*A cafe in Louisville, [[Cafe d'Eris]] is a reference to [https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993046686 Eris], a former modder, turned developer.<br />
*[[The Blue Fox]], a restauraunt in Louisville, references developer [[Fox Chaotica]].<br />
*One of the [[lunchbox]] variants has the face of [[Will Porter]] surrounded by love hearts. Porter is one of the game's writers.<br />
*[[A.A. Ron Hunting Supply]] is also a reference to Will's son. The business name is also likely a reference to the comedy duo [[Wikipedia:Key & Peele|Key & Peele]]'s substitute teacher sketch.<br />
*T-shirts can spawn in some rare variants, having references to various The Indie Stone developers<br />
**A [[t-shirt]] with [[The Indie Stone]] logo can spawn.<br />
**A rare variant of the [[t-shirt]] has the face of one of the developers, [[Romain Dron]].<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the bird logo which might be a reference to [[User:Aiteron|Aiteron]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the wolf logo which might be a reference to [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248488/drake-barron/ Rathlord], former The Indie Stone tech support & server runner.<br />
*[[R. Johnson Office Building]] in Louisville, references Robert Johnson/RJ, an alias used by Dron.<br />
**RJ is also referenced on jars of [[Remoulade]].<br />
*[[Romuald Dron Memorial Park]] was dedicated to the brother of RJ, who has sadly passed away. The park is located in Louisville.<br />
*A nightclub in Louisville, [[Beever's]] references [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever], one of the composers behind much of the soundtrack.<br />
*[[Aitor Wire Company]], a factory in Louisville, references developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248483/aitor-garca-de-la-cruz/ Aitor Garca de la Cruz].<br />
*A clothing store in Louisville, [[Yuri Design]], is named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/472751/yuri-yakovlev/ Yuri Yakovlev]. Yuri's name can also be found as graffiti.<br />
*The "Tanglewood" graffiti refers to [[Tanglewood Games]], a studio assisting with development.<br />
*The "TEA BOYS" graffiti is a reference to [[The Eccentric Ape]], another studio assisting with development.<br />
*[[Andrei and Son Hand-Crafted Wallets]] is a factory in Louisville, named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1119964/andrei-topilin/ Andrei Topilin]. Andrei's name is also found as graffiti.<br />
*The clothing store [[Sasha Sashay]] in Louisivlle, is a reference to the Lead QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea].<br />
**The brand name on [[Boxing Shorts]] also references Pandorea.<br />
*The graffiti "Yana Yana" is referring to QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248498/yana-marszalkowska-duncan/ Yana]<br />
*Some areas have "Kirrus" spray-painted on the walls. This graffiti is referencing [[User:Kirrus|Kirrus]], the system administrator.<br />
**Kirrus is also referenced in a radio [[advert]]isement for a computer manufactured by a technology company named after him.<br />
*The TV channel [[TURBO]] is a reference to [[Kees Bekkema|TurboTuTone]], a developer and former mod author for the game. Turbo's name can also be found in the form of graffiti.<br />
**Turbo is also referenced in a radio advert for a board game called "Turbo To Town"<br />
*The "Xeonyx" graffiti is referring to [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248468/jamie-magnuson/ Xeonyx], a developer and former mod author. Best known for their map mod, Slocan Lake.<br />
*The "EZ Pickins" graffiti is referencing Tim Baker, also known as [[Tim Baker|Easy Pickins]].<br />
**[[Tim's Bakery]] in Louisville could also be referencing Pickins.<br />
*There are several references to The Forgotten Element, a point and click game that developers [[Chris Simpson]] and Andy Hodgetts had worked on prior to Project Zomboid.<br />
**The Forgotten Element film that had just released to theaters prior to the outbreak.<br />
**The cover-girl on the [[magazine]] sprite is a reference to Mia, the main protagonist of Forgotten Element.<br />
**The [[Seahorse Coffee]] chain is likely a reference to Seahorse Island, the setting for the game.<br />
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==Community==<br />
[[File:Twiggy's Bar External.png|300px|thumb|right|Various members of the community are referenced in the game, such as [[Twiggy's]] in [[West Point]], a bar named after former YouTuber and streamer "sirtwiggy"]]<br />
*[[Twiggy's]] is a bar located in West Point, the bar is named after sirtwiggy, former Project Zomboid YouTuber and streamer. Twiggy is also one of the callers on [[KnoxTalk Radio]].<br />
*[[KPK Consulting Business Investments]] in Louisville, references KPKPlays, a friend of TIS.<br />
*[[Hair O Genesis]] is a chain of barber shops that have several locations in Knox Country, the chain is named after Ontogenesis, a friend of TIS.<br />
*A car dealership [[Nolan's Used Cars]], located in [[Dixie Mobile Park]], references nolanritchie, a modder behind several popular mods, one of which being the Driving Cars Mod.<br />
*In the woods outside of Muldraugh, you can find [[Ben's Cabin]], the name is referencing a forum user known as haze1434 and it being their base right before the birth of his child. Haze had to leave to go to the hospital because his wife was about to give birth. Their child was named Ben and the cabin was named after them as a way of commemorating this event.<br />
*The in-game show ''Moderators'', is a reference to an actual event, when someone on the moderation team tried to ban a user from The Indie Stone Forums, but accidentally made them an admin instead. Whoops!<br />
*The advertisement for [[Incontileve]], a fictional brand of bladder control medication, has Dr Cox as the spokesperson for the ad. The doctor's name is a reference to the mod author, Dr_Cox1911.<br />
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==Miscellaneous==<br />
*Sometimes you can find houses with containers filled with [[Toilet Paper|toilet paper]]. This is a reference to global supply shortages during the [[Wikipedia:COVID-19|COVID-19]] pandemic, with toilet paper being one of the main items suffering shortages due to panic buying.<br />
*A window shop in Louisville named [[Window (business)|Window]] is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]], a series of operating systems developed by [[Wikipedia:Microsoft|Microsoft]].<br />
*One of the variants of [[Walkie Talkie|walkie talkie]] is called 'Toys-R-Mine Walkie Talkie' The manufacturer's name is a reference to the toy retailer [[Wikipedia:Toys "R" Us|Toys "R" Us]].<br />
*The clothing store chain [[Hugo Plush]] is likely referencing the luxury retailer [[Wikipedia:Hugo Boss|Hugo Boss]].<br />
*The [[Art Gallery of Louisville]] contains various recreations of real life artwork.<br />
**A recreation of the 1893 piece [[Wikipedia:The Scream (painting)|The Scream]] by Norwegian artist [[Wikipedia:Edvard Munch|Edvard Munch]].<br />
**The 1862 piece [[Wikipedia:Stańczyk (painting)|Stańczyk]] by Polish artist [[Wikipedia:Jan Matejko|Jan Matejko]].<br />
**Several paintings by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Vincent van Gogh|Vincent van Gogh]], such as [[Wikipedia:Sunflowers (Van Gogh series)|Sunflowers]], [[Wikipedia:Van Gogh self-portrait (1889)|one of his self-portraits]] and his most iconic painting, [[Wikipedia:The Starry Night|The Starry Night]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Girl with a Pearl Earring|Girl with a Pearl Earring]] by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Johannes Vermeer|Johannes Vermeer]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Wanderer above the Sea of Fog|Wanderer above the Sea of Fog]] by German artist [[Wikipedia:Caspar David Friedrich|Caspar David Friedrich]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:The Son of Man|The Son of Man]] by Belgian artist [[Wikipedia:René Magritte|René Magritte]].<br />
**"Lily's Waterpond Painting" is referencing a 1916 art-piece in a massive series of paintings titled [[Wikipedia:Water Lilies (Monet series)|Water Lilies]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Claude Monet|Claude Monet]].<br />
**"Chromatic Accident" could be referencing American artist [[Wikipedia:Jackson Pollock|Jackson Pollock]], famous for his [[Wikipedia:Abstract expressionism|abstract expressionist]] art pieces.<br />
**A couple of abstract paintings potentially serving as a homage to Latvian-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Mark Rothko|Mark Rothko]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Saturn Devouring His Son|Satan Devouring His Son]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Francisco Goya|Francisco Goya]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Rokeby Venus|Rokeby Venus]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Diego Velázquez|Diego Velázquez]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Washington Crossing the Delaware (1851 paintings)|Washington Crossing the Delaware]] by German-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Emanuel Leutze|Emanuel Leutze]].<br />
**The "Riverside Painting" could be referencing the [[Wikipedia:The Oxbow|The Oxbow]] by English-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Thomas Cole|Thomas Cole]].<br />
**The "Sir Brakefire Painting" could be referencing Portrait of a Bearded Man in Black Beret (1654) by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Rembrandt|Rembrandt]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Venus and Adonis (Rubens, 1635)|Venus and Adonis]] by Flemish artist [[Wikipedia:Peter Paul Rubens|Peter Paul Rubens]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Michelangelo|Michelangelo]]'s [[Wikipedia:David (Michelangelo)|Statue of David]].<br />
**The "Female Statue" could be inspired by various statues depicting the biblical figure [[Wikipedia:Rebecca|Rebecca]].<br />
**The [[Spiffo's]] burgers are drawn in the style of Andy Warol's [[Wikipedia:Shot Marilyns|Shot Marilyns]].<br />
**A [[toilet]] referencing [[Wikipedia:Fountain (Duchamp)|Fountain]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Marcel Duchamp|Marcel Duchamp]], an infamous art-piece where the sculpture was just a porcelain urinal.<br />
**A [[bed]] referencing another controversial art piece, [[Wikipedia:My Bed|My Bed]] by English artist [[Wikipedia:Tracey Emin|Tracey Emin]].<br />
*There's another art gallery next-door that has the "Layout 1", "Configuration 2", "Configuration No. 10" paintings, referencing Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Piet Mondrian|Piet Mondrian]].<br />
*[[LSU Rogers Humanities Building]] could be referencing American psychologist [[Wikipedia:Carl Rogers|Carl Rogers]].<br />
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==Project Zomboid references in other media==<br />
[[File:MCPZ.gif|thumb|Project Zomboid mentioned in Minecraft.]]<br />
*Sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]] references Zomboid in the main menu. Occasionally there's a splash text saying "Also try Project Zomboid!"<br />
*Survival game, [[Wikipedia:NEO Scavenger|NEO Scavenger]] also occasionally references Zomboid in it's main menu.<br />
*Project Zomboid's mascot [[Spiffo]], can be found in the form of a rare plush item in 2D sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]]. The plush acts as a pet summon item, allowing you to summon Spiffo to join you on your adventures.<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
<gallery><br />
Romero Center for the Performing Arts.png|Romero Center for the Performing Arts is a theater in Louisville, referencing film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]].<br />
Crossroads mall.png|The Crossroads Mall in Valley Station, referencing the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
Bateman Office Building.png|Bateman Office Building in Louisville, referencing the fictional character [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]].<br />
Window.png|Window is a store in Louisville. The name and logo referencing [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]].<br />
The Ecstasy of Gold goldbars 224220d22c974a2ad051a6457b5a2d27.jpg|The Ecstasy of Gold treasure can be accessed by using a [[sledgehammer]] to destroy a mausoleum wall in front of it.<br />
Nolan's logo.png|Advertisement sign outside of Nolan's Used Cars, the dealership is named after mod author, nolanritchie.<br />
Lunchbox 02 Model.png|The pink lunchbox featuring one of the writers, Will Porter.<br />
JarLid Remoulade Model.png|Remoulade model with the "RJ" on it, referencing Romain "RJ" Dron.<br />
Chainsaw Model.png|Chainsaw model with "PORTER" on it, referencing Will Porter.<br />
Shaken and Styrred.png|The Shaken and Stirred bar in Louisville is a reference to a famous catchphrase used in the Bond films.<br />
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{{Infobox business<br />
| name = Crossroads Mall<br />
| name_colour = <br />
| name_text_colour = <br />
| logo = Cross roads mall.png<br />
| logo_size = 224px<br />
| logo_caption = Crossroads Mall logo.<br />
| image = Crossroads mall.png<br />
| image_caption = Isometric view of the Crossroads Mall.<br />
<!--GENERAL--><br />
| type = Retail<br />
| location = [[Valley Station]]<br />
| coordinates = 13926x5829<br />
| map = CrossroadsMallMap.png<br />
| map_caption = Fan-made map of the mall.<br />
| reference = [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]]<br />
}}<br />
{{Quote|text=We'll meet you at the... Cross Roads! We'll see you at the... Cross Roads! The Cross Roads Mall! For fun, for friends, for store after store! Late night closing every Saturday! We'll meet you at the... Cross Roads! We'll see you at the... Cross Roads! |author=[[Radio]] advert}}<br />
The '''Crossroads Mall''' is a large indoor shopping center, located in [[Valley Station]]. The Crossroads Mall is one of the biggest locations in the game, but one of the most dangerous due to its large zombie population. The mall's parking lot is the best place in the game to steal or salvage parts from vehicles due to it being the largest parking lot in [[Knox Country]]. The windows next to all three of the main entrances are reinforced by shutters. Aside from guns, the mall has everything one could need and is a great location to loot.<br />
<br />
==Stores & services==<br />
<br />
===Exterior===<br />
{| class="wikitable theme-red sortable" style="width: 40%;" <br />
! style="width: 40%;" | Business<br />
! style="width: 20%; text-align: center;" | Type<br />
! class="unsortable" style="width: 30%;" | Coordinates<br />
|-<br />
| [[Dressed to the 90s]]<br />
| Clothing store<br />
| <span class="plainlinks">[https://map.projectzomboid.com/?#13692x5661 13692x5661]</span><br />
|-<br />
| [[Churn R Us]]<br />
| Ice cream parlour <br />
| <span class="plainlinks">[https://map.projectzomboid.com/?#13653x5778 13653x5778]</span><br />
|- <br />
| [[Gas 2 Go]]<br />
| Gas station<br />
| <span class="plainlinks">[https://map.projectzomboid.com/?#13734x5636 13734x5636]</span><br />
|-<br />
| [[Fun-2-3 Childcare]]<br />
| School<br />
| <span class="plainlinks">[https://map.projectzomboid.com/?#13582x5667 13582x5667]</span><br />
|- <br />
| [[Knox Bank]]<br />
| Bank<br />
| <span class="plainlinks">[https://map.projectzomboid.com/?#13654x5740 13654x5740]</span><br />
|- <br />
| Picnic area<br />
| Park<br />
| <span class="plainlinks">[https://map.projectzomboid.com/?#13824x5655 13824x5655]</span><br />
|- <br />
| [[Pile o' Crepe]]<br />
| Restaurant<br />
| <span class="plainlinks">[https://map.projectzomboid.com/?#13600x5756 13600x5756]</span><br />
|- <br />
| [[Silken Belles]]<br />
| Hair salon<br />
| <span class="plainlinks">[https://map.projectzomboid.com/?#13618x5668 13618x5668]</span><br />
|- <br />
| [[Star-E-Plex]]<br />
| Movie theatre <br />
| <span class="plainlinks">[https://map.projectzomboid.com/?#13610x5888 13610x5888]</span><br />
|- <br />
| [[Sweet Eats!]]<br />
| Restaurant<br />
| <span class="plainlinks">[https://map.projectzomboid.com/?#13646x5667 13646x5667]</span><br />
|- <br />
| [[ValuInsurance]]<br />
| Insurance office<br />
| <span class="plainlinks">[https://map.projectzomboid.com/?#13663x5667 13663x5667]</span><br />
|- <br />
| [[Worm of Books]]<br />
| Book store<br />
| <span class="plainlinks">[https://map.projectzomboid.com/?#13604x5668 13604x5668]</span><br />
|- <br />
| [[Yummmers]]<br />
| Cafe<br />
| <span class="plainlinks">[https://map.projectzomboid.com/?#13570x5753 13570x5753]</span><br />
|- <br />
| [[Zippee Market]]<br />
| Convenience store <br />
| <span class="plainlinks">[https://map.projectzomboid.com/?#13653x5762 13653x5762]</span><br />
|}<br />
<br />
===First floor===<br />
{| class="wikitable theme-red sortable" style="width: 40%;" <br />
! style="width: 40%;" | Business<br />
! style="width: 20%; text-align:center;" | Type<br />
|-<br />
| [[Shoed for the Stars]]<br />
| Shoe store<br />
|-<br />
| [[Lola Limon]]<br />
| Clothing store<br />
|-<br />
| [[Book Naked]]<br />
| Book store<br />
|-<br />
| [[Time 4 Sport]]<br />
| Sporting goods store<br />
|-<br />
| Department store<br />
| Department store<br />
|-<br />
| [[Saucy]]<br />
| Clothing store<br />
|-<br />
| [[Fashionabelle]]<br />
| Clothing store<br />
|-<br />
| [[Hugo Plush]]<br />
| Clothing store<br />
|-<br />
| [[Sheba Jewellers]]<br />
| Jewellery store<br />
|-<br />
| [[Cally's Gifts]]<br />
| Clothing/Toy store<br />
|-<br />
| [[Toyz Toyz Toyz]]<br />
| Toy store<br />
|-<br />
| [[Seat Yourself Furniture]]<br />
| Furniture store<br />
|-<br />
| [[Groovy Chic]]<br />
| Hair salon<br />
|-<br />
| [[Zippee Market]]<br />
| Convenience store<br />
|-<br />
| Clothing store<br />
| Clothing store<br />
|-<br />
| Electronics store<br />
| Electronics store<br />
|-<br />
| Hardware store<br />
| Hardware store<br />
|-<br />
| Jewellery store<br />
| Jewellery store<br />
|-<br />
| House ware store<br />
| House ware store<br />
|-<br />
| Music store<br />
| Music store<br />
|-<br />
| Bakery<br />
| Bakery<br />
|-<br />
| Gift shop<br />
| Gift shop<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===Food court===<br />
{| class="wikitable theme-red sortable" style="width: 40%;" <br />
! style="width: 40%;" | Business<br />
! style="width: 20%; text-align:center;" | Type<br />
|-<br />
| [[Spiffo's]]<br />
| Fast food<br />
|-<br />
| [[Pizza Whirled]]<br />
| Fast food<br />
|-<br />
| Fast food restaurant<br />
| Fast food<br />
|-<br />
| Ice Cream Parlour<br />
| Ice cream parlour<br />
|-<br />
| [[Mama McFudgington's]]<br />
| Bakery<br />
|-<br />
| [[Taco del Pancho]]<br />
| Restaurant<br />
|-<br />
| [[I Love Wok & Rolls]]<br />
| Restaurant<br />
|-<br />
| [[Jolly Good Fish and Chips]]<br />
| Restaurant<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===Second floor===<br />
{| class="wikitable theme-red sortable" style="width: 40%;" <br />
! style="width: 40%;" | Business<br />
! style="width: 20%; text-align:center;" | Type<br />
|-<br />
| Department Store<br />
| Department store<br />
|-<br />
| [[Palm Travel]]<br />
| Travel agency<br />
|-<br />
| [[Pharmahug]]<br />
| Pharmacy <br />
|-<br />
| [[Optima Eyes]]<br />
| Optometrist <br />
|-<br />
| [[Carton & Sydney Law Services]]<br />
| Law office <br />
|-<br />
| [[Awl Work and Sew Play]]<br />
| Sewing store<br />
|-<br />
| [[Seahorse Coffee]]<br />
| Cafe<br />
|-<br />
| Medical Centre <br />
| Medical clinic <br />
|-<br />
| Hairdresser<br />
| Hairdresser<br />
|-<br />
| Clothing store<br />
| Clothing store<br />
|-<br />
| General store<br />
| General store<br />
|-<br />
| Unoccupied store<br />
| Abandoned <br />
|}<br />
<br />
</div><br />
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==Advertisement== <br />
[[Adverts|Advertisement]] for the company:<br />
{| class="mw wikitable theme-red"[[Adverts|Advertisement]] for the company:<br />
{| class="wikitable theme-red"<br />
!Cross Roads Mall<br />
|-<br />
| ♪ We'll meet you at the... Cross Roads! ♪ <br />
|-<br />
| ♪ We'll see you at the... Cross Roads! ♪ <br />
|-<br />
| The Cross Roads Mall! <br />
|-<br />
| For fun, for friends, for store after store! <br />
|-<br />
| Late night closing every Saturday! <br />
|-<br />
| ♪ We'll meet you at the... Cross Roads! ♪ <br />
|-<br />
| ♪ We'll see you at the... Cross Roads! ♪ <br />
|}<br />
<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
<gallery><br />
Crossroads Mall.png|Exterior view of the Crossroads Mall.<br />
MallFirstFloor.png|First floor of the mall.<br />
MallSecondFloor.png|Second floor of the mall.<br />
CrossroadsMallMap.png|Fan-made map, created by [[User:Vaileasys|Vaileasys]].<br />
Crossroads mall logo.png|Symbol of the mall.<br />
</gallery><br />
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==Trivia==<br />
*There are two non-functional ladders located on the mall's roof.<br />
*''Crossroads Mall'' is a reference to the name of the mall in the 2004 movie [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead]].<br />
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[[File:Spiffo in Terraria.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Spiffo]] enjoying the bloodshed in [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]].]]<br />
During your time exploring [[Knox Country]], various '''Easter eggs''' can be found throughout the area, referencing other games, media, developers etc. Many of these references are in the form of business names, graffiti, items, etc.<br />
<br />
==Pop-culture==<br />
[[File:Goodman Exterior.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Goodman Legal Services]] in [[Louisville]] is a reference to Saul Goodman, a character in TV Series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].]]<br />
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*[[Romero Center for the Performing Arts]] is a theater in [[Louisville]]. The theater's name is a reference to film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]]. Romero invented the modern zombie with his debut film [[Wikipedia:Night of the Living Dead|Night of the Living Dead]].<br />
*[[Brooks Public Library of Louisville]] could be a reference to the author [[Wikipedia:Max Brooks|Max Brooks]]. Brooks' most famous novels are [[Wikipedia:The Zombie Survival Guide|The Zombie Survival Guide]] and [[Wikipedia:World War Z|World War Z]].<br />
*The [[Crossroads Mall]] in [[Valley Station]] is a reference to the mall of the same name in the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
*[[Goodman Legal Services]] is a law firm in Louisville, the name is a reference to Saul Goodman, a lawyer in the TV series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and the spin-off series [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].<br />
*[[A-1 Laundry]] are a chain of laundromats that are located in Louisville. The name is a reference to A1A Car Wash, a fictional car wash in Breaking Bad.<br />
*It can be possible to encounter a zombie wearing a [[Hockey Mask]] and with a [[Machete]] on their back. This is a reference to the immortal slasher [[Wikipedia:Jason Voorhees|Jason Voorhees]] from the [[Wikipedia:Friday the 13th (franchise)|Friday the 13th]] film franchise.<br />
*In a cemetery in Louisville, there is pallet of gold, hidden in a mausoleum. The pallet is called "[[The Ecstacy of Gold]]" (typo in-game) The pallet's name comes from two songs. The first is a reference to [[Wikipedia:The Ecstasy of Gold|a song of the same name]] used in the 1966 western film, [[Wikipedia:The Good, the Bad and the Ugly|The Good, the Bad and the Ugly]]. The song is used in a scene where one of the main characters is desperately searching for a hidden cache of gold coins in a graveyard. The second song is by Metallica, called The Ecsta'''c'''y of Gold, also misspelled with two c's.<br />
*[[Back To The Nurture Chiropractic Services]] is a chain of chiropractic offices with locations in Louisville and [[Riverside]]. The business name is likely a reference to the [[Wikipedia:Back to the Future (franchise)|Back to the Future]] film trilogy.<br />
*[[Bateman Office Building]] in downtown Louisville is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]], villain protagonist of the [[Wikipedia:American Psycho|American Psycho novel]] and [[Wikipedia:American Psycho (film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*The [[Shaken and Stirred]] bar is a reference [[Wikipedia:Shaken, not stirred|to a similar catchphrase]] from the [[Wikipedia:James Bond|James Bond]] franchise.<br />
*[[LSU Attenborough Sciences Building]] is referencing British broadcaster and biologist [[Wikipedia:David Attenborough|Sir David Attenborough]].<br />
*A [[CD]] called 'Raps for Christ' is likely a reference to a christian hip hop song and internet meme known as [[Wikipedia:Rappin' for Jesus|Rappin' for Jesus]].<br />
*The [[Guerilla Radio]] magazine could be referencing [[Wikipedia:Guerilla Radio|a song of the same name]] by American rock band [[Wikipedia:Rage Against the Machine|Rage Against the Machine]].<br />
*The 28th day is the default day in which the zombie population reaches its peak. This could be referencing the film, [[Wikipedia:28 Days Later|28 Days Later]] and sequel [[Wikipedia:28 Weeks Later|28 Weeks Later]].<br />
*On the channel [[Life and Living]], there is a program called Exposure Survival. The show's host is named Dean. This is a reference to the game designer [[Wikipedia:Dean Hall (game designer)|Dean Hall]]. Hall's most famous work being the zombie survival game, [[Wikipedia:DayZ (video game)|DayZ]].<br />
*[https://map.projectzomboid.com/#8931x10315 In the woods outside of Muldraugh and Rosewood], a message made out of dirt paths can be found. The message is a love heart with the name Brian. This is a reference to Brian Hicks, creative director of DayZ.<br />
*The name of the ice cream parlor chain [[Churn R Us]], is a reference to Chernarus, a fictional Eastern European country in [[Wikipedia:Arma 2|Arma 2]] and DayZ.<br />
*The challenge mode '[[A Really CD DA]]' is a reference to the survival game, [[Wikipedia:Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead|Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead]].<br />
*"Mother's Boy" VHS and the [[Waites Motel]] are the reference to the [[Wikipedia:Psycho (franchise)|Psycho franchise]].<br />
*One of the [[lunchbox]] variants is likely the reference to [[Wikipedia:Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles|Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles]].<br />
*The Picard hairstyle is likely a reference to [[Wikipedia:Jean-Luc Picard|Jean-Luc Picard]] from the science fiction franchise [[Wikipedia:Star Trek|Star Trek]].<br />
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===Film parodies===<br />
*The [[VHS]] film "Ace Pilot" is a parody of the action film, [[Wikipedia:Top Gun|Top Gun]].<br />
*"CyberKiller 2" is a parody of the science fiction action film, [[Wikipedia:Terminator 2: Judgment Day|Terminator 2: Judgment Day]].<br />
*"Pleistocene Land" is a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Jurassic Park (film)|Jurassic Park]].<br />
*"Slow Descent" is likely a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Stalker (1979 film)|Stalker]].<br />
*"Train Bomb" is likely a parody of the action film [[Wikipedia:Speed (1994 film)|Speed]].<br />
*"Man On the Run" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:The Fugitive (1993 film)|The Fugitive]].<br />
*"Breaking Point" is likely a parody of the thriller film [[Wikipedia:Falling Down|Falling Down]].<br />
*"Dead Wrong" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:Dirty Harry|Dirty Harry]].<br />
*"Dime Diamonds" is a parody of the neo-noir crime film [[Wikipedia:Reservoir Dogs|Reservoir Dogs]].<br />
*"All Over Again" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Groundhog Day (film)|Groundhog Day]].<br />
*"Home Invaders 2" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Home Alone 2: Lost in New York|Home Alone 2: Lost in New York]].<br />
*"Ghoul Stoppers" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Ghostbusters|Ghostbusters]].<br />
*"Fred and Ali's Radical Journey" is a parody of the science-fiction comedy film [[Wikipedia:Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure|Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure]].<br />
*"Tired in Toronto" is a parody of the romantic-comedy film [[Wikipedia:Sleepless in Seattle|Sleepless in Seattle]].<br />
*"Tangier" is a parody of the romantic-drama film [[Wikipedia:Casablanca (film)|Casablanca]].<br />
*"The Crying of the Foxes" is a parody of the horror novel [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(novel)|The Silence of the Lambs]] and it's [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*"The Thompsons" is a parody of the show [[Wikipedia:The Simpsons|The Simpsons]].<br />
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==The Indie Stone==<br />
[[File:Sunstar Graffiti.png|300px|thumb|right|Some of the graffiti in Knox Country references various developers.]]<br />
*A construction site in Muldraugh is owned by [[T.I.S. Construction]], referencing [[The Indie Stone]], the developer studio behind Project Zomboid.<br />
*[[Spiffo]], the game's adorable mascot was a character from [[PAWS]], an unreleased fighting game that Indie Stone were previously working on.<br />
*The pill bottles for [[antidepressants]] and [[beta blockers]] have the name "Binky" on it, referring to CaptainBinky, an alias used by artist and T.I.S co-founder [[Andy Hodgetts]].<br />
*In several areas of Knox Country, you can find "NasKo" spray-painted on a wall, this is a reference to the Community Manager, [[User:NasKo|NasKo]].<br />
*Some areas also have "RingoD" spray-painted on the wall. The graffiti is referencing former modder, turned developer, [[Paul Ring]].<br />
*[[Enigma Books]] is a chain of book stores with locations in [[West Point]] and Riverside, referencing the Support & Operations Manager, [[EnigmaGrey]].<br />
*The hardware store chain [[Zac's Hardware]] in Louisville, refers to developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo].<br />
*A cafe in Louisville, [[Cafe d'Eris]] is a reference to [https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993046686 Eris], a former modder, turned developer.<br />
*[[The Blue Fox]], a restauraunt in Louisville, references developer [[Fox Chaotica]].<br />
*One of the [[lunchbox]] variants has the face of [[Will Porter]] surrounded by love hearts. Porter is one of the game's writers.<br />
*[[A.A. Ron Hunting Supply]] is also a reference to Will's son. The business name is also likely a reference to the comedy duo [[Wikipedia:Key & Peele|Key & Peele]]'s substitute teacher sketch.<br />
*T-shirts can spawn in some rare variants, having references to various The Indie Stone developers<br />
**A [[t-shirt]] with [[The Indie Stone]] logo can spawn.<br />
**A rare variant of the [[t-shirt]] has the face of one of the developers, [[Romain Dron]].<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the bird logo which might be a reference to [[User:Aiteron|Aiteron]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the wolf logo which might be a reference to [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248488/drake-barron/ Rathlord], former The Indie Stone tech support & server runner.<br />
*[[R. Johnson Office Building]] in Louisville, references Robert Johnson/RJ, an alias used by Dron.<br />
*[[Romuald Dron Memorial Park]] was dedicated to the brother of RJ, who has sadly passed away. The park is located in Louisville.<br />
*A nightclub in Louisville, [[Beever's]] references [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever], one of the composers behind much of the soundtrack.<br />
*[[Aitor Wire Company]], a factory in Louisville, references developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248483/aitor-garca-de-la-cruz/ Aitor Garca de la Cruz].<br />
*A clothing store in Louisville, [[Yuri Design]], is named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/472751/yuri-yakovlev/ Yuri Yakovlev]. Yuri's name can also be found as graffiti.<br />
*The "Tanglewood" graffiti refers to [[Tanglewood Games]], a studio assisting with development.<br />
*The "TEA BOYS" graffiti is a reference to [[The Eccentric Ape]], another studio assisting with development.<br />
*[[Andrei and Son Hand-Crafted Wallets]] is a factory in Louisville, named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1119964/andrei-topilin/ Andrei Topilin]. Andrei's name is also found as graffiti. <br />
*The clothing store [[Sasha Sashay]] in Louisivlle, is a reference to the Lead QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea].<br />
*The graffiti "Yana Yana" is referring to QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248498/yana-marszalkowska-duncan/ Yana]<br />
*Some areas have "Kirrus" spray-painted on the walls. This graffiti is referencing [[User:Kirrus|Kirrus]], the system administrator.<br />
**Kirrus is also referenced in a radio [[advert]]isement for a computer manufactured by a technology company named after him. <br />
*The TV channel [[TURBO]] is a reference to [[Kees Bekkema|TurboTuTone]], a developer and former mod author for the game. Turbo's name can also be found in the form of graffiti.<br />
**Turbo is also referenced in a radio advert for a board game called "Turbo To Town"<br />
*The "Xeonyx" graffiti is referring to [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248468/jamie-magnuson/ Xeonyx], a developer and former mod author. Best known for their map mod, Slocan Lake.<br />
*The "EZ Pickins" graffiti is referencing Tim Baker, also known as [[Tim Baker|Easy Pickins]].<br />
*There are several references to The Forgotten Element, a point and click game that developers [[Chris Simpson]] and Andy Hodgetts had worked on prior to Project Zomboid.<br />
**The Forgotten Element film that had just released to theaters prior to the outbreak.<br />
**The cover-girl on the [[magazine]] sprite is a reference to Mia, the main protagonist of Forgotten Element.<br />
**The [[Seahorse Coffee]] chain is likely a reference to Seahorse Island, the setting for the game.<br />
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==Community==<br />
[[File:Twiggy's Bar External.png|300px|thumb|right|Various members of the community are referenced in the game, such as [[Twiggy's]] in [[West Point]], a bar named after former YouTuber and streamer "sirtwiggy"]]<br />
*[[Twiggy's]] is a bar located in West Point, the bar is named after sirtwiggy, former Project Zomboid YouTuber and streamer. Twiggy is also one of the callers on [[KnoxTalk Radio]].<br />
*[[KPK Consulting Business Investments]] in Louisville, references KPKPlays, a friend of TIS.<br />
*[[Hair O Genesis]] is a chain of barber shops that have several locations in Knox Country, the chain is named after Ontogenesis, a friend of TIS.<br />
*A car dealership [[Nolan's Used Cars]], located in [[Dixie Mobile Park]], references nolanritchie, a modder behind several popular mods, one of which being the Driving Cars Mod.<br />
*In the woods outside of Muldraugh, you can find [[Ben's Cabin]], the name is referencing a forum user known as haze1434 and it being their base right before the birth of his child. Haze had to leave to go to the hospital because his wife was about to give birth. Their child was named Ben and the cabin was named after them as a way of commemorating this event.<br />
*The in-game show ''Moderators'', is a reference to an actual event, when someone on the moderation team tried to ban a user from The Indie Stone Forums, but accidentally made them an admin instead. Whoops!<br />
*The advertisement for [[Incontileve]], a fictional brand of bladder control medication, has Dr Cox as the spokesperson for the ad. The doctor's name is a reference to the mod author, Dr_Cox1911.<br />
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==Miscellaneous==<br />
*Sometimes you can find houses with containers filled with [[Toilet Paper|toilet paper]]. This is a reference to global supply shortages during the [[Wikipedia:COVID-19|COVID-19]] pandemic, with toilet paper being one of the main items suffering shortages due to panic buying.<br />
*A window shop in Louisville named [[Window (business)|Window]] is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]], a series of operating systems developed by [[Wikipedia:Microsoft|Microsoft]].<br />
*One of the variants of [[Walkie Talkie|walkie talkie]] is called 'Toys-R-Mine Walkie Talkie' The manufacturer's name is a reference to the toy retailer [[Wikipedia:Toys "R" Us|Toys "R" Us]].<br />
*The clothing store chain [[Hugo Plush]] is likely referencing the luxury retailer [[Wikipedia:Hugo Boss|Hugo Boss]].<br />
*The [[Art Gallery of Louisville]] contains various recreations of real life artwork.<br />
**A recreation of the 1893 piece [[Wikipedia:The Scream (painting)|The Scream]] by Norwegian artist [[Wikipedia:Edvard Munch|Edvard Munch]].<br />
**The 1862 piece [[Wikipedia:Stańczyk (painting)|Stańczyk]] by Polish artist [[Wikipedia:Jan Matejko|Jan Matejko]].<br />
**Several paintings by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Vincent van Gogh|Vincent van Gogh]], such as [[Wikipedia:Sunflowers (Van Gogh series)|Sunflowers]], [[Wikipedia:Van Gogh self-portrait (1889)|one of his self-portraits]] and his most iconic painting, [[Wikipedia:The Starry Night|The Starry Night]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Girl with a Pearl Earring|Girl with a Pearl Earring]] by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Johannes Vermeer|Johannes Vermeer]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Wanderer above the Sea of Fog|Wanderer above the Sea of Fog]] by German artist [[Wikipedia:Caspar David Friedrich|Caspar David Friedrich]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:The Son of Man|The Son of Man]] by Belgian artist [[Wikipedia:René Magritte|René Magritte]].<br />
**"Lily's Waterpond Painting" is referencing a 1916 art-piece in a massive series of paintings titled [[Wikipedia:Water Lilies (Monet series)|Water Lilies]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Claude Monet|Claude Monet]].<br />
**"Chromatic Accident" could be referencing American artist [[Wikipedia:Jackson Pollock|Jackson Pollock]], famous for his [[Wikipedia:Abstract expressionism|abstract expressionist]] art pieces.<br />
**A couple of abstract paintings potentially serving as a homage to Latvian-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Mark Rothko|Mark Rothko]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Saturn Devouring His Son|Satan Devouring His Son]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Francisco Goya|Francisco Goya]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Rokeby Venus|Rokeby Venus]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Diego Velázquez|Diego Velázquez]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Washington Crossing the Delaware (1851 paintings)|Washington Crossing the Delaware]] by German-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Emanuel Leutze|Emanuel Leutze]].<br />
**The "Riverside Painting" could be referencing the [[Wikipedia:The Oxbow|The Oxbow]] by English-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Thomas Cole|Thomas Cole]].<br />
**The "Sir Brakefire Painting" could be referencing Portrait of a Bearded Man in Black Beret (1654) by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Rembrandt|Rembrandt]].<br />
** [[Wikipedia:Venus and Adonis (Rubens, 1635)|Venus and Adonis]] by Flemish artist [[Wikipedia:Peter Paul Rubens|Peter Paul Rubens]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Michelangelo|Michelangelo]]'s [[Wikipedia:David (Michelangelo)|Statue of David]].<br />
**The "Female Statue" could be inspired by various statues depicting the biblical figure [[Wikipedia:Rebecca|Rebecca]].<br />
**The [[Spiffo's]] burgers are drawn in the style of Andy Warol's [[Wikipedia:Shot Marilyns|Shot Marilyns]].<br />
**A [[toilet]] referencing [[Wikipedia:Fountain (Duchamp)|Fountain]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Marcel Duchamp|Marcel Duchamp]], an infamous art-piece where the sculpture was just a porcelain urinal.<br />
**A [[bed]] referencing another controversial art piece, [[Wikipedia:My Bed|My Bed]] by English artist [[Wikipedia:Tracey Emin|Tracey Emin]].<br />
*There's another art gallery next-door that has the "Layout 1", "Configuration 2", "Configuration No. 10" paintings, referencing Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Piet Mondrian|Piet Mondrian]].<br />
*[[LSU Rogers Humanities Building]] could be referencing American psychologist [[Wikipedia:Carl Rogers|Carl Rogers]].<br />
<br />
==Project Zomboid references in other media==<br />
[[File:MCPZ.gif|thumb|Project Zomboid mentioned in Minecraft.]]<br />
*Sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]] references Zomboid in the main menu. Occasionally there's a splash text saying "Also try Project Zomboid!"<br />
*Survival game, [[Wikipedia:NEO Scavenger|NEO Scavenger]] also occasionally references Zomboid in it's main menu.<br />
*Project Zomboid's mascot [[Spiffo]], can be found in the form of a rare plush item in 2D sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]]. The plush acts as a pet summon item, allowing you to summon Spiffo to join you on your adventures.<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
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Romero Center for the Performing Arts.png|Romero Center for the Performing Arts is a theater in Louisville, referencing film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]].<br />
Crossroads mall.png|The Crossroads Mall in Valley Station, referencing the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
Bateman Office Building.png|Bateman Office Building in Louisville, referencing the fictional character [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]].<br />
Window.png|Window is a store in Louisville. The name and logo referencing [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]].<br />
The Ecstasy of Gold goldbars 224220d22c974a2ad051a6457b5a2d27.jpg|The Ecstasy of Gold treasure can be accessed by using a [[sledgehammer]] to destroy a mausoleum wall in front of it.<br />
Nolan's logo.png|Advertisement sign outside of Nolan's Used Cars, the dealership is named after mod author, nolanritchie.<br />
Lunchbox 02 Model.png|The pink lunchbox featuring one of the writers, Will Porter.<br />
JarLid Remoulade Model.png|Remoulade model with the "RJ" on it, refercing Romain "RJ" Dron.<br />
Chainsaw Model.png|Chainsaw model with "PORTER" on it, referencing Will Porter.<br />
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[[File:Spiffo in Terraria.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Spiffo]] enjoying the bloodshed in [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]].]]<br />
During your time exploring [[Knox Country]], various '''Easter eggs''' can be found throughout the area, referencing other games, media, developers etc. Many of these references are in the form of business names, graffiti, items, etc.<br />
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==Pop-culture==<br />
[[File:Goodman Exterior.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Goodman Legal Services]] in [[Louisville]] is a reference to Saul Goodman, a character in TV Series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].]]<br />
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*[[Romero Center for the Performing Arts]] is a theater in [[Louisville]]. The theater's name is a reference to film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]]. Romero invented the modern zombie with his debut film [[Wikipedia:Night of the Living Dead|Night of the Living Dead]].<br />
*[[Brooks Public Library of Louisville]] could be a reference to the author [[Wikipedia:Max Brooks|Max Brooks]]. Brooks' most famous novels are [[Wikipedia:The Zombie Survival Guide|The Zombie Survival Guide]] and [[Wikipedia:World War Z|World War Z]].<br />
*The [[Crossroads Mall]] in [[Valley Station]] is a reference to the mall of the same name in the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
*[[Goodman Legal Services]] is a law firm in Louisville, the name is a reference to Saul Goodman, a lawyer in the TV series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and the spin-off series [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].<br />
*[[A-1 Laundry]] are a chain of laundromats that are located in Louisville. The name is a reference to A1A Car Wash, a fictional car wash in Breaking Bad.<br />
*It can be possible to encounter a zombie wearing a [[Hockey Mask]] and with a [[Machete]] on their back. This is a reference to the immortal slasher [[Wikipedia:Jason Voorhees|Jason Voorhees]] from the [[Wikipedia:Friday the 13th (franchise)|Friday the 13th]] film franchise.<br />
*In a cemetery in Louisville, there is pallet of gold, hidden in a mausoleum. The pallet is called "[[The Ecstacy of Gold]]" (typo in-game) The pallet's name comes from two songs. The first is a reference to [[Wikipedia:The Ecstasy of Gold|a song of the same name]] used in the 1966 western film, [[Wikipedia:The Good, the Bad and the Ugly|The Good, the Bad and the Ugly]]. The song is used in a scene where one of the main characters is desperately searching for a hidden cache of gold coins in a graveyard. The second song is by Metallica, called The Ecsta'''c'''y of Gold, also misspelled with two c's.<br />
*[[Back To The Nurture Chiropractic Services]] is a chain of chiropractic offices with locations in Louisville and [[Riverside]]. The business name is likely a reference to the [[Wikipedia:Back to the Future (franchise)|Back to the Future]] film trilogy.<br />
*[[Bateman Office Building]] in downtown Louisville is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]], villain protagonist of the [[Wikipedia:American Psycho|American Psycho novel]] and [[Wikipedia:American Psycho (film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*The [[Shaken and Stirred]] bar is a reference [[Wikipedia:Shaken, not stirred|to a similar catchphrase]] from the [[Wikipedia:James Bond|James Bond]] franchise.<br />
*[[LSU Attenborough Sciences Building]] is referencing British broadcaster and biologist [[Wikipedia:David Attenborough|Sir David Attenborough]].<br />
*A [[CD]] called 'Raps for Christ' is likely a reference to a christian hip hop song and internet meme known as [[Wikipedia:Rappin' for Jesus|Rappin' for Jesus]].<br />
*The [[Guerilla Radio]] magazine could be referencing [[Wikipedia:Guerilla Radio|a song of the same name]] by American rock band [[Wikipedia:Rage Against the Machine|Rage Against the Machine]].<br />
*The 28th day is the default day in which the zombie population reaches it's peak. This could be referencing the film, [[Wikipedia:28 Days Later|28 Days Later]] and sequel [[Wikipedia:28 Weeks Later|28 Weeks Later]].<br />
*On the channel [[Life and Living]], there is a program called Exposure Survival. The shows host is named Dean. This is a reference to the game designer [[Wikipedia:Dean Hall (game designer)|Dean Hall]]. Hall's most famous work being the zombie survival game, [[Wikipedia:DayZ (video game)|DayZ]].<br />
*[https://map.projectzomboid.com/#8931x10315 In the woods outside of Muldraugh and Rosewood], a message made out of dirt paths can be found. The message is a love heart with the name Brian. This is a reference to Brian Hicks, creative director of DayZ.<br />
*The name of the ice cream parlor chain [[Churn R Us]], is a reference to Chernarus, a fictional Eastern European country in [[Wikipedia:Arma 2|Arma 2]] and DayZ.<br />
*The challenge mode '[[A Really CD DA]]' is a reference to the survival game, [[Wikipedia:Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead|Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead]].<br />
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===Film parodies===<br />
*The [[VHS]] film "Ace Pilot" is a parody of the action film, [[Wikipedia:Top Gun|Top Gun]].<br />
*"CyberKiller 2" is a parody of the science fiction action film, [[Wikipedia:Terminator 2: Judgment Day|Terminator 2: Judgment Day]].<br />
*"Pleistocene Land" is a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Jurassic Park (film)|Jurassic Park]].<br />
*"Slow Descent" is likely a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Stalker (1979 film)|Stalker]].<br />
*"Train Bomb" is likely a parody of the action film [[Wikipedia:Speed (1994 film)|Speed]].<br />
*"Man On the Run" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:The Fugitive (1993 film)|The Fugitive]].<br />
*"Breaking Point" is likely a parody of the thriller film [[Wikipedia:Falling Down|Falling Down]].<br />
*"Dead Wrong" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:Dirty Harry|Dirty Harry]].<br />
*"Dime Diamonds" is a parody of the neo-noir crime film [[Wikipedia:Reservoir Dogs|Reservoir Dogs]].<br />
*"All Over Again" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Groundhog Day (film)|Groundhog Day]].<br />
*"Home Invaders 2" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Home Alone 2: Lost in New York|Home Alone 2: Lost in New York]].<br />
*"Fred and Ali's Radical Journey" is a parody of the science-fiction comedy film [[Wikipedia:Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure|Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure]].<br />
*"Tired in Toronto" is a parody of the romantic-comedy film [[Wikipedia:Sleepless in Seattle|Sleepless in Seattle]].<br />
*"Tangier" is a parody of the romantic-drama film [[Wikipedia:Casablanca (film)|Casablanca]].<br />
*"Mother's Boy" is a reference to the 1960 slasher film, [[Wikipedia:Psycho (1960 film)|Psycho]]. The [[Waites Motel]] in [[Muldraugh]], could be a reference to the Bates Motel, a fictional motel in the film.<br />
*"The Crying of the Foxes" is a parody of the horror novel [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(novel)|The Silence of the Lambs]] and it's [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*"The Thompsons" is likely a parody of the show [[Wikipedia:The Simpsons|The Simpsons]].<br />
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==The Indie Stone==<br />
[[File:Sunstar Graffiti.png|300px|thumb|right|Some of the graffiti in Knox Country references various developers.]]<br />
*A construction site in Muldraugh is owned by [[T.I.S. Construction]], referencing [[The Indie Stone]], the developer studio behind Project Zomboid.<br />
*[[Spiffo]], the game's adorable mascot was a character from [[PAWS]], an unreleased fighting game that Indie Stone were previously working on.<br />
*The pill bottles for [[antidepressants]] and [[beta blockers]] have the name "Binky" on it, referring to CaptainBinky, an alias used by artist and T.I.S co-founder [[Andy Hodgetts]].<br />
*In several areas of Knox Country, you can find "NasKo" spray-painted on a wall, this is a reference to the Community Manager, [[User:NasKo|NasKo]].<br />
*Some areas also have "RingoD" spray-painted on the wall. The graffiti is referencing former modder, turned developer, [[Paul Ring]].<br />
*[[Enigma Books]] is a chain of book stores with locations in [[West Point]] and Riverside, referencing the Support & Operations Manager, [[EnigmaGrey]].<br />
*The hardware store chain [[Zac's Hardware]] in Louisville, refers to developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo].<br />
*A cafe in Louisville, [[Cafe d'Eris]] is a reference to [https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993046686 Eris], a former modder, turned developer.<br />
*[[The Blue Fox]], a restauraunt in Louisville, references developer [[Fox Chaotica]].<br />
*One of the [[Lunchbox]] variants has the face of [[Will Porter]] surrounded by love hearts. Porter is one of the game's writers.<br />
*[[A.A. Ron Hunting Supply]] is also a reference to Will's son. The business name is also likely a reference to the comedy duo [[Wikipedia:Key & Peele|Key & Peele]]'s substitute teacher sketch.<br />
*T-shirts can spawn in some rare variants, having references to various The Indie Stone developers<br />
**A t-shirt with [[The Indie Stone]] logo can spawn.<br />
**A rare variant of the [[T-Shirt]] has the face of one of the developers, [[Romain Dron]].<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the bird logo which might be a reference to [[User:Aiteron|Aiteron]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the wolf logo which might be a reference to [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248488/drake-barron/ Rathlord], former The Indie Stone tech support & server runner.<br />
*[[R. Johnson Office Building]] in Louisville, references Robert Johnson/RJ, an alias used by Dron.<br />
*[[Romuald Dron Memorial Park]] was dedicated to the brother of RJ, who has sadly passed away. The park is located in Louisville.<br />
*A nightclub in Louisville, [[Beever's]] references [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever], one of the composers behind much of the soundtrack.<br />
*[[Aitor Wire Company]], a factory in Louisville, references developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248483/aitor-garca-de-la-cruz/ Aitor Garca de la Cruz].<br />
*A clothing store in Louisville, [[Yuri Design]], is named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/472751/yuri-yakovlev/ Yuri Yakovlev]. Yuri's name can also be found as graffiti.<br />
*The "Tanglewood" graffiti refers to [[Tanglewood Games]], a studio assisting with development.<br />
*The "TEA BOYS" graffiti is a reference to [[The Eccentric Ape]], another studio assisting with development.<br />
*[[Andrei and Son Hand-Crafted Wallets]] is a factory in Louisville, named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1119964/andrei-topilin/ Andrei Topilin]. Andrei's name is also found as graffiti. <br />
*The clothing store [[Sasha Sashay]] in Louisivlle, is a reference to the Lead QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea].<br />
*The graffiti "Yana Yana" is referring to QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248498/yana-marszalkowska-duncan/ Yana]<br />
*Some areas have "Kirrus" spray-painted on the walls. This graffiti is referencing [[User:Kirrus|Kirrus]], the system administrator.<br />
**Kirrus is also referenced in a radio [[advert]]isement for a computer manufactured by a technology company named after him. <br />
*The TV channel [[TURBO]] is a reference to [[Kees Bekkema|TurboTuTone]], a developer and former mod author for the game. Turbo's name can also be found in the form of graffiti.<br />
**Turbo is also referenced in a radio advert for a board game called "Turbo To Town"<br />
*The "Xeonyx" graffiti is referring to [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248468/jamie-magnuson/ Xeonyx], a developer and former mod author. Best known for their map mod, Slocan Lake.<br />
*The "EZ Pickins" graffiti is referencing Tim Baker, also known as [[Tim Baker|Easy Pickins]].<br />
*There are several references to The Forgotten Element, a point and click game that developers [[Chris Simpson]] and Andy Hodgetts had worked on prior to Project Zomboid.<br />
**The Forgotten Element film that had just released to theaters prior to the outbreak.<br />
**The cover-girl on the [[magazine]] sprite is a reference to Mia, the main protagonist of Forgotten Element.<br />
**The [[Seahorse Coffee]] chain is likely a reference to Seahorse Island, the setting for the game.<br />
<br />
==Community==<br />
[[File:Twiggy's Bar External.png|300px|thumb|right|Various members of the community are referenced in the game, such as [[Twiggy's]] in [[West Point]], a bar named after former YouTuber and streamer "sirtwiggy"]]<br />
*[[Twiggy's]] is a bar located in West Point, the bar is named after sirtwiggy, former Project Zomboid YouTuber and streamer. Twiggy is also one of the callers on [[KnoxTalk Radio]].<br />
*[[KPK Consulting Business Investments]] in Louisville, references KPKPlays, a friend of TIS.<br />
*[[Hair O Genesis]] is a chain of barber shops that have several locations in Knox Country, the chain is named after Ontogenesis, a friend of TIS.<br />
*A car dealership [[Nolan's Used Cars]], located in [[Dixie Mobile Park]], references nolanritchie, a modder behind several popular mods, one of which being the Driving Cars Mod.<br />
*In the woods outside of Muldraugh, you can find [[Ben's Cabin]], the name is referencing a forum user known as haze1434 and it being their base right before the birth of his child. Haze had to leave to go to the hospital because his wife was about to give birth. Their child was named Ben and the cabin was named after them as a way of commemorating this event.<br />
*The in-game show ''Moderators'', is a reference to an actual event, when someone on the moderation team tried to ban a user from The Indie Stone Forums, but accidentally made them an admin instead. Whoops!<br />
*The advertisement for [[Incontileve]], a fictional brand of bladder control medication, has Dr Cox as the spokesperson for the ad. The doctor's name is a reference to the mod author, Dr_Cox1911.<br />
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==Miscellaneous==<br />
*Sometimes you can find houses with containers filled with [[Toilet Paper|toilet paper]]. This is a reference to global supply shortages during the [[Wikipedia:COVID-19|COVID-19]] pandemic, with toilet paper being one of the main items suffering shortages due to panic buying.<br />
*A window shop in Louisville named [[Window (business)|Window]] is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]], a series of operating systems developed by [[Wikipedia:Microsoft|Microsoft]].<br />
*One of the variants of [[Walkie Talkie|walkie talkie]] is called 'Toys-R-Mine Walkie Talkie' The manufacturer's name is a reference to the toy retailer [[Wikipedia:Toys "R" Us|Toys "R" Us]].<br />
*The clothing store chain [[Hugo Plush]] is likely referencing the luxury retailer [[Wikipedia:Hugo Boss|Hugo Boss]].<br />
*The [[Art Gallery of Louisville]] contains various recreations of real life artwork.<br />
**A recreation of the 1893 piece [[Wikipedia:The Scream (painting)|The Scream]] by Norwegian artist [[Wikipedia:Edvard Munch|Edvard Munch]].<br />
**The 1862 piece [[Wikipedia:Stańczyk (painting)|Stańczyk]] by Polish artist [[Wikipedia:Jan Matejko|Jan Matejko]].<br />
**Several paintings by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Vincent van Gogh|Vincent van Gogh]], such as [[Wikipedia:Sunflowers (Van Gogh series)|Sunflowers]], [[Wikipedia:Van Gogh self-portrait (1889)|one of his self-portraits]] and his most iconic painting, [[Wikipedia:The Starry Night|The Starry Night]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Girl with a Pearl Earring|Girl with a Pearl Earring]] by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Johannes Vermeer|Johannes Vermeer]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Wanderer above the Sea of Fog|Wanderer above the Sea of Fog]] by German artist [[Wikipedia:Caspar David Friedrich|Caspar David Friedrich]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:The Son of Man|The Son of Man]] by Belgian artist [[Wikipedia:René Magritte|René Magritte]].<br />
**"Lily's Waterpond Painting" is referencing a 1916 art-piece in a massive series of paintings titled [[Wikipedia:Water Lilies (Monet series)|Water Lilies]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Claude Monet|Claude Monet]].<br />
**"Chromatic Accident" could be referencing American artist [[Wikipedia:Jackson Pollock|Jackson Pollock]], famous for his [[Wikipedia:Abstract expressionism|abstract expressionist]] art pieces.<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Saturn Devouring His Son|Satan Devouring His Son]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Francisco Goya|Francisco Goya]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Rokeby Venus|Rokeby Venus]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Diego Velázquez|Diego Velázquez]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Washington Crossing the Delaware (1851 paintings)|Washington Crossing the Delaware]] by German-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Emanuel Leutze|Emanuel Leutze]].<br />
**The "Riverside Painting" could be referencing the [[Wikipedia:The Oxbow|The Oxbow]] by English-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Thomas Cole|Thomas Cole]].<br />
**The "Sir Brakefire Painting" could be referencing Portrait of a Bearded Man in Black Beret (1654) by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Rembrandt|Rembrandt]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Michelangelo|Michelangelo]]'s [[Wikipedia:David (Michelangelo)|Statue of David]].<br />
**The "Female Statue" could be inspired by various statues depicting the biblical figure [[Wikipedia:Rebecca|Rebecca]].<br />
**A [[toilet]] referencing [[Wikipedia:Fountain (Duchamp)|Fountain]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Marcel Duchamp|Marcel Duchamp]], an infamous art-piece where the sculpture was just a porcelain urinal.<br />
**A [[bed]] referencing another controversial art piece, [[Wikipedia:My Bed|My Bed]] by English artist [[Wikipedia:Tracey Emin|Tracey Emin]].<br />
*There's another art gallery next-door that has the "Layout 1", "Configuration 2", "Configuration No. 10" paintings, referencing Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Piet Mondrian|Piet Mondrian]].<br />
*[[LSU Rogers Humanities Building]] could be referencing American psychologist [[Wikipedia:Carl Rogers|Carl Rogers]].<br />
<br />
==Project Zomboid references in other media==<br />
[[File:MCPZ.gif|thumb|Project Zomboid mentioned in Minecraft.]]<br />
*Sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]] references Zomboid in the main menu. Occasionally there's a splash text saying "Also try Project Zomboid!"<br />
*Survival game, [[Wikipedia:NEO Scavenger|NEO Scavenger]] also occasionally references Zomboid in it's main menu.<br />
*Project Zomboid's mascot [[Spiffo]], can be found in the form of a rare plush item in 2D sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]]. The plush acts as a pet summon item, allowing you to summon Spiffo to join you on your adventures.<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
<gallery><br />
Romero Center for the Performing Arts.png|Romero Center for the Performing Arts is a theater in Louisville, referencing film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]].<br />
Crossroads mall.png|The Crossroads Mall in Valley Station, referencing the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
Bateman Office Building.png|Bateman Office Building in Louisville, referencing the fictional character [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]].<br />
Window.png|Window is a store in Louisville. The name and logo referencing [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]].<br />
The Ecstasy of Gold goldbars 224220d22c974a2ad051a6457b5a2d27.jpg|The Ecstasy of Gold treasure can be accessed by using a [[sledgehammer]] to destroy a mausoleum wall in front of it.<br />
Nolan's logo.png|Advertisement sign outside of Nolan's Used Cars, the dealership is named after mod author, nolanritchie.<br />
Lunchbox 02 Model.png|The pink lunchbox featuring one of the writers, Will Porter.<br />
JarLid Remoulade Model.png|Remoulade model with the "RJ" on it, refercing Romain "RJ" Dron.<br />
Chainsaw Model.png|Chainsaw model with "PORTER" on it, referencing Will Porter.<br />
</gallery></div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=Easter_eggs&diff=217197Easter eggs2024-02-06T11:02:40Z<p>LethalCitizen: /* The Indie Stone */ Added a couple of references</p>
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[[File:Spiffo in Terraria.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Spiffo]] enjoying the bloodshed in [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]].]]<br />
During your time exploring [[Knox Country]], various '''Easter eggs''' can be found throughout the area, referencing other games, media, developers etc. Many of these references are in the form of business names, graffiti, items, etc.<br />
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==Pop-culture==<br />
[[File:Goodman Exterior.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Goodman Legal Services]] in [[Louisville]] is a reference to Saul Goodman, a character in TV Series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].]]<br />
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*[[Romero Center for the Performing Arts]] is a theater in [[Louisville]]. The theater's name is a reference to film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]]. Romero invented the modern zombie with his debut film [[Wikipedia:Night of the Living Dead|Night of the Living Dead]].<br />
*[[Brooks Public Library of Louisville]] could be a reference to the author [[Wikipedia:Max Brooks|Max Brooks]]. Brooks' most famous novels are [[Wikipedia:The Zombie Survival Guide|The Zombie Survival Guide]] and [[Wikipedia:World War Z|World War Z]].<br />
*The [[Crossroads Mall]] in [[Valley Station]] is a reference to the mall of the same name in the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
*[[Goodman Legal Services]] is a law firm in Louisville, the name is a reference to Saul Goodman, a lawyer in the TV series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and the spin-off series [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].<br />
*[[A-1 Laundry]] are a chain of laundromats that are located in Louisville. The name is a reference to A1A Car Wash, a fictional car wash in Breaking Bad.<br />
*It can be possible to encounter a zombie wearing a [[Hockey Mask]] and with a [[Machete]] on their back. This is a reference to the immortal slasher [[Wikipedia:Jason Voorhees|Jason Voorhees]] from the [[Wikipedia:Friday the 13th (franchise)|Friday the 13th]] film franchise.<br />
*In a cemetery in Louisville, there is pallet of gold, hidden in a mausoleum. The pallet is called "[[The Ecstacy of Gold]]" (typo in-game) The pallet's name comes from two songs. The first is a reference to [[Wikipedia:The Ecstasy of Gold|a song of the same name]], The Ecstasy of Gold, used in the 1966 western film, [[Wikipedia:The Good, the Bad and the Ugly|The Good, the Bad and the Ugly]]. The song is used in a scene where one of the main characters is desperately searching for a hidden cache of gold coins in a graveyard. The second song is by Metallica, called The Ecsta'''c'''y of Gold, also misspelled with two c's.<br />
*[[Back To The Nurture Chiropractic Services]] is a chain of chiropractic offices with locations in Louisville and [[Riverside]]. The business name is likely a reference to the [[Wikipedia:Back to the Future (franchise)|Back to the Future]] film trilogy.<br />
*[[Bateman Office Building]] in downtown Louisville is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]], villain protagonist of the [[Wikipedia:American Psycho|American Psycho novel]] and [[Wikipedia:American Psycho (film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*The [[Shaken and Stirred]] bar is a reference [[Wikipedia:Shaken, not stirred|to a similar catchphrase]] from the [[Wikipedia:James Bond|James Bond]] franchise.<br />
*[[LSU Attenborough Sciences Building]] is referencing British broadcaster and biologist [[Wikipedia:David Attenborough|Sir David Attenborough]].<br />
*A [[CD]] called 'Raps for Christ' is likely a reference to a christian hip hop song and internet meme known as [[Wikipedia:Rappin' for Jesus|Rappin' for Jesus]].<br />
*The [[Guerilla Radio]] magazine could be referencing [[Wikipedia:Guerilla Radio|a song of the same name]] by American rock band [[Wikipedia:Rage Against the Machine|Rage Against the Machine]].<br />
*The 28th day is the default day in which the zombie population reaches it's peak. This could be referencing the film, [[Wikipedia:28 Days Later|28 Days Later]] and sequel [[Wikipedia:28 Weeks Later|28 Weeks Later]].<br />
*On the channel [[Life and Living]], there is a program called Exposure Survival. The shows host is named Dean. This is a reference to the game designer [[Wikipedia:Dean Hall (game designer)|Dean Hall]]. Hall's most famous work being the zombie survival game, [[Wikipedia:DayZ (video game)|DayZ]].<br />
*[https://map.projectzomboid.com/#8931x10315 In the woods outside of Muldraugh and Rosewood], a message made out of dirt paths can be found. The message is a love heart with the name Brian. This is a reference to Brian Hicks, creative director of DayZ.<br />
*The name of the ice cream parlor chain [[Churn R Us]], is a reference to Chernarus, a fictional Eastern European country in [[Wikipedia:Arma 2|Arma 2]] and DayZ.<br />
*The challenge mode '[[A Really CD DA]]' is a reference to the survival game, [[Wikipedia:Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead|Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead]].<br />
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===Film parodies===<br />
*The [[VHS]] film "Ace Pilot" is a parody of the action film, [[Wikipedia:Top Gun|Top Gun]].<br />
*"CyberKiller 2" is a parody of the science fiction action film, [[Wikipedia:Terminator 2: Judgment Day|Terminator 2: Judgment Day]].<br />
*"Pleistocene Land" is a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Jurassic Park (film)|Jurassic Park]].<br />
*"Slow Descent" is likely a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Stalker (1979 film)|Stalker]].<br />
*"Train Bomb" is likely a parody of the action film [[Wikipedia:Speed (1994 film)|Speed]].<br />
*"Man On the Run" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:The Fugitive (1993 film)|The Fugitive]].<br />
*"Breaking Point" is likely a parody of the thriller film [[Wikipedia:Falling Down|Falling Down]].<br />
*"Dead Wrong" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:Dirty Harry|Dirty Harry]].<br />
*"Dime Diamonds" is a parody of the neo-noir crime film [[Wikipedia:Reservoir Dogs|Reservoir Dogs]].<br />
*"All Over Again" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Groundhog Day (film)|Groundhog Day]].<br />
*"Home Invaders 2" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Home Alone 2: Lost in New York|Home Alone 2: Lost in New York]].<br />
*"Fred and Ali's Radical Journey" is a parody of the science-fiction comedy film [[Wikipedia:Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure|Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure]].<br />
*"Tired in Toronto" is a parody of the romantic-comedy film [[Wikipedia:Sleepless in Seattle|Sleepless in Seattle]].<br />
*"Tangier" is a parody of the romantic-drama film [[Wikipedia:Casablanca (film)|Casablanca]].<br />
*"Mother's Boy" is a reference to the 1960 slasher film, [[Wikipedia:Psycho (1960 film)|Psycho]]. The [[Waites Motel]] in [[Muldraugh]], could be a reference to the Bates Motel, a fictional motel in the film.<br />
*"The Crying of the Foxes" is a parody of the horror novel [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(novel)|The Silence of the Lambs]] and it's [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*"The Thompsons" is likely a parody of the show [[Wikipedia:The Simpsons|The Simpsons]].<br />
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==The Indie Stone==<br />
[[File:Sunstar Graffiti.png|300px|thumb|right|Some of the graffiti in Knox Country references various developers.]]<br />
*A construction site in Muldraugh is owned by [[T.I.S. Construction]], referencing [[The Indie Stone]], the developer studio behind Project Zomboid.<br />
*[[Spiffo]], the game's adorable mascot was a character from [[PAWS]], an unreleased fighting game that Indie Stone were previously working on.<br />
*The pill bottles for [[antidepressants]] and [[beta blockers]] have the name "Binky" on it, referring to CaptainBinky, an alias used by artist and T.I.S co-founder [[Andy Hodgetts]].<br />
*In several areas of Knox Country, you can find "NasKo" spray-painted on a wall, this is a reference to the Community Manager, [[User:NasKo|NasKo]].<br />
*Some areas also have "RingoD" spray-painted on the wall. The graffiti is referencing former modder, turned developer, [[Paul Ring]].<br />
*[[Enigma Books]] is a chain of book stores with locations in [[West Point]] and Riverside, referencing the Support & Operations Manager, [[EnigmaGrey]].<br />
*The hardware store chain [[Zac's Hardware]] in Louisville, refers to developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo].<br />
*A cafe in Louisville, [[Cafe d'Eris]] is a reference to [https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993046686 Eris], a former modder, turned developer.<br />
*[[The Blue Fox]], a restauraunt in Louisville, references developer [[Fox Chaotica]].<br />
*One of the [[Lunchbox]] variants has the face of [[Will Porter]] surrounded by love hearts. Porter is one of the game's writers.<br />
*[[A.A. Ron Hunting Supply]] is also a reference to Will's son. The business name is also likely a reference to the comedy duo [[Wikipedia:Key & Peele|Key & Peele]]'s substitute teacher sketch.<br />
*T-shirts can spawn in some rare variants, having references to various The Indie Stone developers<br />
**A t-shirt with [[The Indie Stone]] logo can spawn.<br />
**A rare variant of the [[T-Shirt]] has the face of one of the developers, [[Romain Dron]].<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the bird logo which might be a reference to [[User:Aiteron|Aiteron]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the wolf logo which might be a reference to [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248488/drake-barron/ Rathlord], former The Indie Stone tech support & server runner.<br />
*[[R. Johnson Office Building]] in Louisville, references Robert Johnson/RJ, an alias used by Dron.<br />
*[[Romuald Dron Memorial Park]] was dedicated to the brother of RJ, who has sadly passed away. The park is located in Louisville.<br />
*A nightclub in Louisville, [[Beever's]] references [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever], one of the composers behind much of the soundtrack.<br />
*[[Aitor Wire Company]], a factory in Louisville, references developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248483/aitor-garca-de-la-cruz/ Aitor Garca de la Cruz].<br />
*A clothing store in Louisville, [[Yuri Design]], is named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/472751/yuri-yakovlev/ Yuri Yakovlev]. Yuri's name can also be found as graffiti.<br />
*The "Tanglewood" graffiti refers to [[Tanglewood Games]], a studio assisting with development.<br />
*The "TEA BOYS" graffiti is a reference to [[The Eccentric Ape]], another studio assisting with development.<br />
*[[Andrei and Son Hand-Crafted Wallets]] is a factory in Louisville, named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1119964/andrei-topilin/ Andrei Topilin]. Andrei's name is also found as graffiti. <br />
*The clothing store [[Sasha Sashay]] in Louisivlle, is a reference to the Lead QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea].<br />
*The graffiti "Yana Yana" is referring to QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248498/yana-marszalkowska-duncan/ Yana]<br />
*Some areas have "Kirrus" spray-painted on the walls. This graffiti is referencing [[User:Kirrus|Kirrus]], the system administrator.<br />
**Kirrus is also referenced in a radio [[advert]]isement for a computer manufactured by a technology company named after him. <br />
*The TV channel [[TURBO]] is a reference to [[Kees Bekkema|TurboTuTone]], a developer and former mod author for the game. Turbo's name can also be found in the form of graffiti.<br />
**Turbo is also referenced in a radio advert for a board game called "Turbo To Town"<br />
*The "Xeonyx" graffiti is referring to [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248468/jamie-magnuson/ Xeonyx], a developer and former mod author. Best known for their map mod, Slocan Lake.<br />
*The "EZ Pickins" graffiti is referencing Tim Baker, also known as [[Tim Baker|Easy Pickins]].<br />
*There are several references to The Forgotten Element, a point and click game that developers [[Chris Simpson]] and Andy Hodgetts had worked on prior to Project Zomboid.<br />
**The Forgotten Element film that had just released to theaters prior to the outbreak.<br />
**The cover-girl on the [[magazine]] sprite is a reference to Mia, the main protagonist of Forgotten Element.<br />
**The [[Seahorse Coffee]] chain is likely a reference to Seahorse Island, the setting for the game.<br />
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==Community==<br />
[[File:Twiggy's Bar External.png|300px|thumb|right|Various members of the community are referenced in the game, such as [[Twiggy's]] in [[West Point]], a bar named after former YouTuber and streamer "sirtwiggy"]]<br />
*[[Twiggy's]] is a bar located in West Point, the bar is named after sirtwiggy, former Project Zomboid YouTuber and streamer. Twiggy is also one of the callers on [[KnoxTalk Radio]].<br />
*[[KPK Consulting Business Investments]] in Louisville, references KPKPlays, a friend of TIS.<br />
*[[Hair O Genesis]] is a chain of barber shops that have several locations in Knox Country, the chain is named after Ontogenesis, a friend of TIS.<br />
*A car dealership [[Nolan's Used Cars]], located in [[Dixie Mobile Park]], references nolanritchie, a modder behind several popular mods, one of which being the Driving Cars Mod.<br />
*In the woods outside of Muldraugh, you can find [[Ben's Cabin]], the name is referencing a forum user known as haze1434 and it being their base right before the birth of his child. Haze had to leave to go to the hospital because his wife was about to give birth. Their child was named Ben and the cabin was named after them as a way of commemorating this event.<br />
*The in-game show ''Moderators'', is a reference to an actual event, when someone on the moderation team tried to ban a user from The Indie Stone Forums, but accidentally made them an admin instead. Whoops!<br />
*The advertisement for [[Incontileve]], a fictional brand of bladder control medication, has Dr Cox as the spokesperson for the ad. The doctor's name is a reference to the mod author, Dr_Cox1911.<br />
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==Miscellaneous==<br />
*Sometimes you can find houses with containers filled with [[Toilet Paper|toilet paper]]. This is a reference to global supply shortages during the [[Wikipedia:COVID-19|COVID-19]] pandemic, with toilet paper being one of the main items suffering shortages due to panic buying.<br />
*A window shop in Louisville named [[Window (business)|Window]] is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]], a series of operating systems developed by [[Wikipedia:Microsoft|Microsoft]].<br />
*One of the variants of [[Walkie Talkie|walkie talkie]] is called 'Toys-R-Mine Walkie Talkie' The manufacturer's name is a reference to the toy retailer [[Wikipedia:Toys "R" Us|Toys "R" Us]].<br />
*The clothing store chain [[Hugo Plush]] is likely referencing the luxury retailer [[Wikipedia:Hugo Boss|Hugo Boss]].<br />
*The [[Art Gallery of Louisville]] contains various recreations of real life artwork.<br />
**A recreation of the 1893 piece [[Wikipedia:The Scream (painting)|The Scream]] by Norwegian artist [[Wikipedia:Edvard Munch|Edvard Munch]].<br />
**The 1862 piece [[Wikipedia:Stańczyk (painting)|Stańczyk]] by Polish artist [[Wikipedia:Jan Matejko|Jan Matejko]].<br />
**Several paintings by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Vincent van Gogh|Vincent van Gogh]], such as [[Wikipedia:Sunflowers (Van Gogh series)|Sunflowers]], [[Wikipedia:Van Gogh self-portrait (1889)|one of his self-portraits]] and his most iconic painting, [[Wikipedia:The Starry Night|The Starry Night]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Girl with a Pearl Earring|Girl with a Pearl Earring]] by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Johannes Vermeer|Johannes Vermeer]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Wanderer above the Sea of Fog|Wanderer above the Sea of Fog]] by German artist [[Wikipedia:Caspar David Friedrich|Caspar David Friedrich]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:The Son of Man|The Son of Man]] by Belgian artist [[Wikipedia:René Magritte|René Magritte]].<br />
**"Lily's Waterpond Painting" is referencing a 1916 art-piece in a massive series of paintings titled [[Wikipedia:Water Lilies (Monet series)|Water Lilies]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Claude Monet|Claude Monet]].<br />
**"Chromatic Accident" could be referencing American artist [[Wikipedia:Jackson Pollock|Jackson Pollock]], famous for his [[Wikipedia:Abstract expressionism|abstract expressionist]] art pieces.<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Saturn Devouring His Son|Satan Devouring His Son]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Francisco Goya|Francisco Goya]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Rokeby Venus|Rokeby Venus]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Diego Velázquez|Diego Velázquez]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Washington Crossing the Delaware (1851 paintings)|Washington Crossing the Delaware]] by German-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Emanuel Leutze|Emanuel Leutze]].<br />
**The "Riverside Painting" could be referencing the [[Wikipedia:The Oxbow|The Oxbow]] by English-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Thomas Cole|Thomas Cole]].<br />
**The "Sir Brakefire Painting" could be referencing Portrait of a Bearded Man in Black Beret (1654) by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Rembrandt|Rembrandt]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Michelangelo|Michelangelo]]'s [[Wikipedia:David (Michelangelo)|Statue of David]].<br />
**The "Female Statue" could be inspired by various statues depicting the biblical figure [[Wikipedia:Rebecca|Rebecca]].<br />
**A [[toilet]] referencing [[Wikipedia:Fountain (Duchamp)|Fountain]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Marcel Duchamp|Marcel Duchamp]], an infamous art-piece where the sculpture was just a porcelain urinal.<br />
**A [[bed]] referencing another controversial art piece, [[Wikipedia:My Bed|My Bed]] by English artist [[Wikipedia:Tracey Emin|Tracey Emin]].<br />
*There's another art gallery next-door that has the "Layout 1", "Configuration 2", "Configuration No. 10" paintings, referencing Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Piet Mondrian|Piet Mondrian]].<br />
*[[LSU Rogers Humanities Building]] could be referencing American psychologist [[Wikipedia:Carl Rogers|Carl Rogers]].<br />
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==Project Zomboid references in other media==<br />
[[File:MCPZ.gif|thumb|Project Zomboid mentioned in Minecraft.]]<br />
*Sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]] references Zomboid in the main menu. Occasionally there's a splash text saying "Also try Project Zomboid!"<br />
*Survival game, [[Wikipedia:NEO Scavenger|NEO Scavenger]] also occasionally references Zomboid in it's main menu.<br />
*Project Zomboid's mascot [[Spiffo]], can be found in the form of a rare plush item in 2D sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]]. The plush acts as a pet summon item, allowing you to summon Spiffo to join you on your adventures.<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
<gallery><br />
Romero Center for the Performing Arts.png|Romero Center for the Performing Arts is a theater in Louisville, referencing film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]].<br />
Crossroads mall.png|The Crossroads Mall in Valley Station, referencing the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
Bateman Office Building.png|Bateman Office Building in Louisville, referencing the fictional character [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]].<br />
Window.png|Window is a store in Louisville. The name and logo referencing [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]].<br />
The Ecstasy of Gold goldbars 224220d22c974a2ad051a6457b5a2d27.jpg|The Ecstasy of Gold treasure can be accessed by using a [[sledgehammer]] to destroy a mausoleum wall in front of it.<br />
Nolan's logo.png|Advertisement sign outside of Nolan's Used Cars, the dealership is named after mod author, nolanritchie.<br />
Lunchbox 02 Model.png|The pink lunchbox featuring one of the writers, Will Porter.<br />
JarLid Remoulade Model.png|Remoulade model with the "RJ" on it, refercing Romain "RJ" Dron.<br />
Chainsaw Model.png|Chainsaw model with "PORTER" on it, referencing Will Porter.<br />
</gallery></div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=Easter_eggs&diff=213977Easter eggs2024-01-30T15:53:17Z<p>LethalCitizen: Some more references</p>
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[[File:Spiffo in Terraria.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Spiffo]] enjoying the bloodshed in [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]].]]<br />
During your time exploring [[Knox Country]], various '''Easter eggs''' can be found throughout the area, referencing other games, media, developers etc. Many of these references are in the form of business names, graffiti, items, etc.<br />
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==Pop-culture==<br />
[[File:Goodman Exterior.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Goodman Legal Services]] in [[Louisville]] is a reference to Saul Goodman, a character in TV Series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].]]<br />
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*[[Romero Center for the Performing Arts]] is a theater in [[Louisville]]. The theater's name is a reference to film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]]. Romero invented the modern zombie with his debut film [[Wikipedia:Night of the Living Dead|Night of the Living Dead]].<br />
*[[Brooks Public Library of Louisville]] could be a reference to the author [[Wikipedia:Max Brooks|Max Brooks]]. Brooks' most famous novels are [[Wikipedia:The Zombie Survival Guide|The Zombie Survival Guide]] and [[Wikipedia:World War Z|World War Z]].<br />
*The [[Crossroads Mall]] in [[Valley Station]] is a reference to the mall of the same name in the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
*[[Goodman Legal Services]] is a law firm in Louisville, the name is a reference to Saul Goodman, a lawyer in the TV series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and the spin-off series [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].<br />
*[[A-1 Laundry]] are a chain of laundromats that are located in Louisville. The name is a reference to A1A Car Wash, a fictional car wash in Breaking Bad.<br />
*It can be possible to encounter a zombie wearing a [[Hockey Mask]] and with a [[Machete]] on their back. This is a reference to the immortal slasher [[Wikipedia:Jason Voorhees|Jason Voorhees]] from the [[Wikipedia:Friday the 13th (franchise)|Friday the 13th]] film franchise.<br />
*In a cemetery in Louisville, there is pallet of gold, hidden in a mausoleum. The pallet is called "[[The Ecstacy of Gold]]" (typo in-game) The pallet's name comes from two songs. The first is a reference to [[Wikipedia:The Ecstasy of Gold|a song of the same name]], The Ecstasy of Gold, used in the 1966 western film, [[Wikipedia:The Good, the Bad and the Ugly|The Good, the Bad and the Ugly]]. The song is used in a scene where one of the main characters is desperately searching for a hidden cache of gold coins in a graveyard. The second song is by Metallica, called The Ecsta'''c'''y of Gold, also misspelled with two c's.<br />
*[[Back To The Nurture Chiropractic Services]] is a chain of chiropractic offices with locations in Louisville and [[Riverside]]. The business name is likely a reference to the [[Wikipedia:Back to the Future (franchise)|Back to the Future]] film trilogy.<br />
*[[Bateman Office Building]] in downtown Louisville is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]], villain protagonist of the [[Wikipedia:American Psycho|American Psycho novel]] and [[Wikipedia:American Psycho (film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*The [[Shaken and Stirred]] bar is a reference [[Wikipedia:Shaken, not stirred|to a similar catchphrase]] from the [[Wikipedia:James Bond|James Bond]] franchise.<br />
*[[LSU Attenborough Sciences Building]] is referencing British broadcaster and biologist [[Wikipedia:David Attenborough|Sir David Attenborough]].<br />
*A [[CD]] called 'Raps for Christ' is likely a reference to a christian hip hop song and internet meme known as [[Wikipedia:Rappin' for Jesus|Rappin' for Jesus]].<br />
*The [[Guerilla Radio]] magazine could be referencing [[Wikipedia:Guerilla Radio|a song of the same name]] by American rock band [[Wikipedia:Rage Against the Machine|Rage Against the Machine]].<br />
*The 28th day is the default day in which the zombie population reaches it's peak. This could be referencing the film, [[Wikipedia:28 Days Later|28 Days Later]] and sequel [[Wikipedia:28 Weeks Later|28 Weeks Later]].<br />
*On the channel [[Life and Living]], there is a program called Exposure Survival. The shows host is named Dean. This is a reference to the game designer [[Wikipedia:Dean Hall (game designer)|Dean Hall]]. Hall's most famous work being the zombie survival game, [[Wikipedia:DayZ (video game)|DayZ]].<br />
*[https://map.projectzomboid.com/#8931x10315 In the woods outside of Muldraugh and Rosewood], a message made out of dirt paths can be found. The message is a love heart with the name Brian. This is a reference to Brian Hicks, creative director of DayZ.<br />
*The name of the ice cream parlor chain [[Churn R Us]], is a reference to Chernarus, a fictional Eastern European country in [[Wikipedia:Arma 2|Arma 2]] and DayZ.<br />
*The challenge mode '[[A Really CD DA]]' is a reference to the survival game, [[Wikipedia:Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead|Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead]].<br />
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===Film parodies===<br />
*The [[VHS]] film "Ace Pilot" is a parody of the action film, [[Wikipedia:Top Gun|Top Gun]].<br />
*"CyberKiller 2" is a parody of the science fiction action film, [[Wikipedia:Terminator 2: Judgment Day|Terminator 2: Judgment Day]].<br />
*"Pleistocene Land" is a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Jurassic Park (film)|Jurassic Park]].<br />
*"Slow Descent" is likely a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Stalker (1979 film)|Stalker]].<br />
*"Train Bomb" is likely a parody of the action film [[Wikipedia:Speed (1994 film)|Speed]].<br />
*"Man On the Run" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:The Fugitive (1993 film)|The Fugitive]].<br />
*"Breaking Point" is likely a parody of the thriller film [[Wikipedia:Falling Down|Falling Down]].<br />
*"Dead Wrong" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:Dirty Harry|Dirty Harry]].<br />
*"Dime Diamonds" is a parody of the neo-noir crime film [[Wikipedia:Reservoir Dogs|Reservoir Dogs]].<br />
*"All Over Again" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Groundhog Day (film)|Groundhog Day]].<br />
*"Home Invaders 2" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Home Alone 2: Lost in New York|Home Alone 2: Lost in New York]].<br />
*"Fred and Ali's Radical Journey" is a parody of the science-fiction comedy film [[Wikipedia:Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure|Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure]].<br />
*"Tired in Toronto" is a parody of the romantic-comedy film [[Wikipedia:Sleepless in Seattle|Sleepless in Seattle]].<br />
*"Tangier" is a parody of the romantic-drama film [[Wikipedia:Casablanca (film)|Casablanca]].<br />
*"Mother's Boy" is a reference to the 1960 slasher film, [[Wikipedia:Psycho (1960 film)|Psycho]]. The [[Waites Motel]] in [[Muldraugh]], could be a reference to the Bates Motel, a fictional motel in the film.<br />
*"The Crying of the Foxes" is a parody of the horror novel [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(novel)|The Silence of the Lambs]] and it's [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(film)|film adaptation]].<br />
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==The Indie Stone==<br />
[[File:Sunstar Graffiti.png|300px|thumb|right|Some of the graffiti in Knox Country references various developers.]]<br />
*A construction site in Muldraugh is owned by [[T.I.S. Construction]], referencing [[The Indie Stone]], the developer studio behind Project Zomboid.<br />
*[[Spiffo]], the game's adorable mascot was a character from [[PAWS]], an unreleased fighting game that Indie Stone were previously working on.<br />
*The pill bottles for [[antidepressants]] and [[beta blockers]] have the name "Binky" on it, referring to CaptainBinky, an alias used by artist and T.I.S co-founder [[Andy Hodgetts]].<br />
*In several areas of Knox Country, you can find "NasKo" spray-painted on a wall, this is a reference to the Community Manager, [[User:NasKo|NasKo]].<br />
*Some areas also have "RingoD" spray-painted on the wall. The graffiti is referencing former modder, turned developer, [[Paul Ring]].<br />
*[[Enigma Books]] is a chain of book stores with locations in [[West Point]] and Riverside, referencing the Support & Operations Manager, [[EnigmaGrey]].<br />
*The hardware store chain [[Zac's Hardware]] in Louisville, refers to developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo].<br />
*A cafe in Louisville, [[Cafe d'Eris]] is a reference to [https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993046686 Eris], a former modder, turned developer.<br />
*[[The Blue Fox]], a restauraunt in Louisville, references developer [[Fox Chaotica]].<br />
*One of the [[Lunchbox]] variants has the face of [[Will Porter]] surrounded by love hearts. Porter is one of the game's writers.<br />
*[[A.A. Ron Hunting Supply]] is also a reference to Will's son. The business name is also likely a reference to the comedy duo [[Wikipedia:Key & Peele|Key & Peele]]'s substitute teacher sketch.<br />
*T-shirts can spawn in some rare variants, having references to various The Indie Stone developers<br />
**A t-shirt with [[The Indie Stone]] logo can spawn.<br />
**A rare variant of the [[T-Shirt]] has the face of one of the developers, [[Romain Dron]].<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the bird logo of [[User:Aiteron|Aiteron]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the wolf logo of [[Fenris Wolf]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
*[[R. Johnson Office Building]] in Louisville, references Robert Johnson/RJ, an alias used by Dron.<br />
*[[Romuald Dron Memorial Park]] was dedicated to the brother of RJ, who has sadly passed away. The park is located in Louisville.<br />
*A nightclub in Louisville, [[Beever's]] references [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever], one of the composers behind much of the soundtrack.<br />
*[[Aitor Wire Company]], a factory in Louisville, references developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248483/aitor-garca-de-la-cruz/ Aitor Garca de la Cruz].<br />
*A clothing store in Louisville, [[Yuri Design]], is named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/472751/yuri-yakovlev/ Yuri Yakovlev]. Yuri's name can also be found as graffiti.<br />
*The "Tanglewood" graffiti refers to [[Tanglewood Games]], a studio assisting with development.<br />
*The "TEA BOYS" graffiti is a reference to [[The Eccentric Ape]], another studio assisting with development.<br />
*[[Andrei and Son Hand-Crafted Wallets]] is a factory in Louisville, named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1119964/andrei-topilin/ Andrei Topilin]. Andrei's name is also found as graffiti. <br />
*The clothing store [[Sasha Sashay]] in Louisivlle, is a reference to the Lead QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea].<br />
*The graffiti "Yana Yana" is referring to QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248498/yana-marszalkowska-duncan/ Yana]<br />
*Some areas have "Kirrus" spray-painted on the walls. This graffiti is referencing [[User:Kirrus|Kirrus]], the system administrator.<br />
*The TV channel [[TURBO]] is a reference to [[Kees Bekkema|TurboTuTone]], a developer and former mod author for the game. Turbo's name can also be found in the form of graffiti.<br />
*The "Xeonyx" graffiti is referring to [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248468/jamie-magnuson/ Xeonyx], a developer and former mod author. Best known for their map mod, Slocan Lake.<br />
*The "EZ Pickins" graffiti is referencing Tim Baker, also known as [[Easy Pickins]].<br />
*There are several references to The Forgotten Element, a point and click game that developers [[Chris Simpson]] and Andy Hodgetts had worked on prior to Project Zomboid.<br />
**The Forgotten Element film that had just released to theaters prior to the outbreak.<br />
**The cover-girl on the [[magazine]] sprite is a reference to Mia, the main protagonist of Forgotten Element.<br />
**The [[Seahorse Coffee]] chain is likely a reference to Seahorse Island, the setting for the game.<br />
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==Community==<br />
[[File:Twiggy's Bar External.png|300px|thumb|right|Various members of the community are referenced in the game, such as [[Twiggy's]] in [[West Point]], a bar named after former YouTuber and streamer "sirtwiggy"]]<br />
*[[Twiggy's]] is a bar located in West Point, the bar is named after sirtwiggy, former Project Zomboid YouTuber and streamer. Twiggy is also one of the callers on [[KnoxTalk Radio]].<br />
*[[KPK Consulting Business Investments]] in Louisville, references KPKPlays, a friend of TIS.<br />
*[[Hair O Genesis]] is a chain of barber shops that have several locations in Knox Country, the chain is named after Ontogenesis, a friend of TIS.<br />
*A car dealership [[Nolan's Used Cars]], located in [[Dixie Mobile Park]], references nolanritchie, a modder behind several popular mods, one of which being the Driving Cars Mod.<br />
*In the woods outside of Muldraugh, you can find [[Ben's Cabin]], the name is referencing a forum user known as haze1434 and it being their base right before the birth of his child. Haze had to leave to go to the hospital because his wife was about to give birth. Their child was named Ben and the cabin was named after them as a way of commemorating this event.<br />
*The in-game show ''Moderators'', is a reference to an actual event, when someone on the moderation team tried to ban a user from The Indie Stone Forums, but accidentally made them an admin instead. Whoops!<br />
*The advertisement for [[Incontileve]], a fictional brand of bladder control medication, has Dr Cox as the spokesperson for the ad. The doctor's name is a reference to the mod author, Dr_Cox1911.<br />
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==Miscellaneous==<br />
*Sometimes you can find houses with containers filled with [[Toilet Paper|toilet paper]]. This is a reference to global supply shortages during the [[Wikipedia:COVID-19|COVID-19]] pandemic, with toilet paper being one of the main items suffering shortages due to panic buying.<br />
*A window shop in Louisville named [[Window (business)|Window]] is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]], a series of operating systems developed by [[Wikipedia:Microsoft|Microsoft]].<br />
*One of the variants of [[Walkie Talkie|walkie talkie]] is called 'Toys-R-Mine Walkie Talkie' The manufacturer's name is a reference to the toy retailer [[Wikipedia:Toys "R" Us|Toys "R" Us]].<br />
*The clothing store chain [[Hugo Plush]] is likely referencing the luxury retailer [[Wikipedia:Hugo Boss|Hugo Boss]].<br />
*The [[Art Gallery of Louisville]] contains various recreations of real life artwork.<br />
**A recreation of the 1893 piece [[Wikipedia:The Scream (painting)|The Scream]] by Norwegian artist [[Wikipedia:Edvard Munch|Edvard Munch]].<br />
**The 1862 piece [[Wikipedia:Stańczyk (painting)|Stańczyk]] by Polish artist [[Wikipedia:Jan Matejko|Jan Matejko]].<br />
**Several paintings by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Vincent van Gogh|Vincent van Gogh]], such as [[Wikipedia:Sunflowers (Van Gogh series)|Sunflowers]], [[Wikipedia:Van Gogh self-portrait (1889)|one of his self-portraits]] and his most iconic painting, [[Wikipedia:The Starry Night|The Starry Night]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Girl with a Pearl Earring|Girl with a Pearl Earring]] by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Johannes Vermeer|Johannes Vermeer]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Wanderer above the Sea of Fog|Wanderer above the Sea of Fog]] by German artist [[Wikipedia:Caspar David Friedrich|Caspar David Friedrich]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:The Son of Man|The Son of Man]] by Belgian artist [[Wikipedia:René Magritte|René Magritte]].<br />
**"Lily's Waterpond Painting" is referencing a 1916 art-piece in a massive series of paintings titled [[Wikipedia:Water Lilies (Monet series)|Water Lilies]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Claude Monet|Claude Monet]].<br />
**"Chromatic Accident" could be referencing American artist [[Wikipedia:Jackson Pollock|Jackson Pollock]], famous for his [[Wikipedia:Abstract expressionism|abstract expressionist]] art pieces.<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Saturn Devouring His Son|Satan Devouring His Son]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Francisco Goya|Francisco Goya]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Rokeby Venus|Rokeby Venus]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Diego Velázquez|Diego Velázquez]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Washington Crossing the Delaware (1851 paintings)|Washington Crossing the Delaware]] by German-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Emanuel Leutze|Emanuel Leutze]].<br />
**The "Riverside Painting" could be referencing the [[Wikipedia:The Oxbow|The Oxbow]] by English-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Thomas Cole|Thomas Cole]].<br />
**The "Sir Brakefire Painting" could be referencing Portrait of a Bearded Man in Black Beret (1654) by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Rembrandt|Rembrandt]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Michelangelo|Michelangelo]]'s [[Wikipedia:David (Michelangelo)|Statue of David]].<br />
**The "Female Statue" could be inspired by various statues depicting the biblical figure [[Wikipedia:Rebecca|Rebecca]].<br />
**A [[toilet]] referencing [[Wikipedia:Fountain (Duchamp)|Fountain]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Marcel Duchamp|Marcel Duchamp]], an infamous art-piece where the sculpture was just a porcelain urinal.<br />
**A [[bed]] referencing another controversial art piece, [[Wikipedia:My Bed|My Bed]] by English artist [[Wikipedia:Tracey Emin|Tracey Emin]].<br />
*There's another art gallery next-door that has the "Layout 1", "Configuration 2", "Configuration No. 10" paintings, referencing Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Piet Mondrian|Piet Mondrian]].<br />
*[[LSU Rogers Humanities Building]] could be referencing American psychologist [[Wikipedia:Carl Rogers|Carl Rogers]].<br />
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==Project Zomboid references in other media==<br />
[[File:MCPZ.gif|thumb|Project Zomboid mentioned in Minecraft.]]<br />
*Sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]] references Zomboid in the main menu. Occasionally there's a splash text saying "Also try Project Zomboid!"<br />
*Survival game, [[Wikipedia:NEO Scavenger|NEO Scavenger]] also occasionally references Zomboid in it's main menu.<br />
*Project Zomboid's mascot [[Spiffo]], can be found in the form of a rare plush item in 2D sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]]. The plush acts as a pet summon item, allowing you to summon Spiffo to join you on your adventures.<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
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Romero Center for the Performing Arts.png|Romero Center for the Performing Arts is a theater in Louisville, referencing film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]].<br />
Crossroads mall.png|The Crossroads Mall in Valley Station, referencing the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
Bateman Office Building.png|Bateman Office Building in Louisville, referencing the fictional character [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]].<br />
Window.png|Window is a store in Louisville. The name and logo referencing [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]].<br />
The Ecstasy of Gold goldbars 224220d22c974a2ad051a6457b5a2d27.jpg|The Ecstasy of Gold treasure can be accessed by using a [[sledgehammer]] to destroy a mausoleum wall in front of it.<br />
Nolan's logo.png|Advertisement sign outside of Nolan's Used Cars, the dealership is named after mod author, nolanritchie.<br />
Lunchbox 02 Model.png|The pink lunchbox featuring one of the writers, Will Porter.<br />
JarLid Remoulade Model.png|Remoulade model with the "RJ" on it, refercing Romain "RJ" Dron.<br />
Chainsaw Model.png|Chainsaw model with "PORTER" on it, referencing Will Porter.<br />
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Welcome to the beginner's '''Survival Guide'''. This guide will cover several topics related to Project Zomboid, and is intended for newer players, but can also be used by veteran players for reference. This guide will teach players the basics of survival, combat, and exploration, among other things. This guide assumes one is playing in [[Game modes#Survivor|Survivor mode]] on [[Build 41#Build 41.78.16|build 41.78.16]], with no [[mods]] installed.<br />
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While the guide itself is meant to be read as a whole, each section is able to be read separately, and this allows any reader to skip to parts that interest them, as there are almost endless possibilities in how one plays Project Zomboid. If you wish to have an original experience without the influence of a guide, try a playthrough without a guide first, then look the guide if you are having trouble.<br />
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It is suggested for new players to play through the [[tutorial]] first. An in-game version of Survival Guide will also be opened when starting the game for the first time and can be brought back by pressing {{Key|F1}} by default.<br />
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==Interface==<br />
[[File:InterfaceGuide.png|thumb|350px|The game interface.]]<br />
Below is Project Zomboid's interface. The elements have been labeled and the legend is as follows:<br />
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#[[Player]] character (you!).<br />
#Primary equipped [[Items|item]], usually for [[weapons]] or [[tools]]. Item held in either hand have lowered encumbrance by 30%.<br />
#Secondary equipped [[Items|item]], either for carrying [[bags]], [[Light sources|flashlights]] or two-handed weapons. Some items always occupy both hands when held.<br />
#Character's and surroundings [[inventory]].<br />
#[[Health]] panel, can also be switched between other [[Player#Character panel|character panels]].<br />
#[[Crafting]] UI.<br />
#[[Controls#Build/Move Mode|Moveable panel]], for picking up, placing, rotating, and disassembling [[tiles]].<br />
#Search mode for [[foraging]].<br />
#[[Map]].<br />
#Current time. Only shown when carrying a device that shows time ([[Digital Watch|digital watch]], [[Classic Wrist Watch|classic writ watch]], or [[Alarm Clock|alarm clock]]).<br />
#[[Controls#Time Controls|Time controls]], for pausing or accelerating time (not shown in [[multiplayer]]).<br />
#[[#Moodles|Moodles]], which shows any modifiers on your character.<br />
#Hotbar. More slots are shown if [[belt]], [[holster]] or [[Double Holster|doubles holster]] is worn.<br />
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===Inventory controls and management===<br />
Some features of the interface are less obvious. Firstly, items in an inventory can be selected as a group by holding left click (aim for the item's category text as opposed to the item's name) and creating a selection box within the window. Dragging outside of the window scrolls either up or down. Secondly, individual items can be selected or deselected to form a group by holding {{Key|Ctrl}} while clicking all items required, {{key|Shift}} to select a range of items or {{Key|Ctrl}}+{{Key|A}} to select everything in the window. Lastly, items can be dragged and dropped either into new containers or onto the floor by releasing left click outside the existing window.<br />
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[[File:Inventory Drag.gif|frame|center|Dragging items.]]<br />
[[File:Inventory CTRLClick.gif|frame|center|{{Key|Ctrl}}-clicking items.]]<br />
[[File:Inventory LootAll.gif|frame|center|Loot all button.]]<br />
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===Character creation===<br />
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[[File:CharacterCreation.png|thumb|The character creation menu.]]<br />
As you start a new game, select the [[Game modes|game mode]], [[Knox Country|spawn location]], you will be greeted by the character creation screen. To get a guide of the character creator, visit the [[player]] page. It will guide through and break down all the screens that you will find, as well as explaining [[occupation]]s and [[traits]]. If you're new, you may want to take the [[Traits#Positives|Thick Skinned]] trait, which will allow you to survive injuries which would be fatal to other characters. Only 1 [[occupation]] is allowed and if [[Occupation#List of occupations|unemployed]] is selected, the player has 8 free points to spend on [[traits]]. If the player is in [[Game modes#Custom Sandbox|sandbox mode]], bonus points can be given to select more [[Traits#Positives|positive traits]].<br />
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However, do realize the following: death is inevitable. It tells you as much when you enter the game. The first few times you play, you may be likely to find yourself in an unfortunate situation from which there's no escape. It just happens. As long as you learn from the experience you'll be better prepared for future games with new characters. The game saves player progression on exit and upon dying, the same world can be visited again with a different character. <br />
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Some sample builds follow below, but first, there needs to be a brief discussion about traits and the tradeoffs of certain traits. As the game is currently unfinished, and some traits require balancing, whereas others deal with features which have yet to be implemented fully.<br />
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Easy manageable negative trait examples would be [[Traits#Negatives|Coward]]/[[Traits#Negatives|Pacifist]], [[Traits#Negatives|Slow Reader]], [[Traits#Negatives|Hearty Appetite]], [[Traits#Negatives|High Thirst]], and [[Trait#Negatives|Underweight]]. Coward/Pacifist doesn't have much of a negative impact, as you should run from [[zombie]]s instead of attempting to fight them early on, until you acquire a stronger [[Weapons|weapon]]. Slow Reader doesn't have any persistent "negative" effects, per se, as it doesn't actually lower any skills. It's just a timesink, as reading takes more time than normal, but it isn't an issue as long as you make sure you're safe before you start reading. Hearty Appetite and High Thirst are also not difficult to balance, as you'll be needing to eat/drink only somewhat more, so it's manageable if you keep a steady supply of food/water available. Underweight is easy to manage as you can easily remove it by just eating high calories foods for around a week in-game. It is also temporary, making it a very good perk for a long term playthrough.<br />
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The traits [[Traits#Negatives|Sleepyhead]] and [[Traits#Negatives|Overweight]] are less manageable to an extent but can be considered as well. Sleepyhead applies in the same sense of Slow Reader, as you'll need more sleep, so you just need to make sure you're safe before sleeping. While Overweight does reduce your starting Fitness skill by two points initially, though it can be balanced if you make a habit of running and eating low calorie foods.<br />
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Here are some of the example starting builds:<br />
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==Game progression==<br />
===Early game===<br />
The start of your adventure can be the toughest part of the game. If you're a completely new player, you'll want to read and play through the [[tutorial]] in order to accustom yourself to the game's basics such as moving around, opening containers, and how combat works.<br />
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====What to do once spawned====<br />
You'll spawn in a house or trailer when you begin in Project Zomboid. Your first priorities upon spawning are getting a [[Weapons|weapon]], [[food]], and a [[Bags|backpack]]. If you want to make your starting location a safehouse, make sure the ground floor windows have curtains on them. If not, look in dressers and bedrooms for some spare [[sheet]]s which can be made into curtains. If you are unable to find enough [[sheet]]s and you see zombies outside of your [[window]], don't panic! They won't notice you as long as you stay away from the offending [[window]] and [[Noise|keep quiet]] (don't run or shout). Turning off [[Lighting|lights]] in your home will improve your chances of being visually hidden as well. Lights can be toggled by clicking on a light switch in the wall if your character is standing near enough to it.<br />
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Sometimes you may be seen. If [[zombie]]s are approaching, run away and lose their line of sight. For example, this can be done by going into a building, closing the [[door]] behind you, and leave through the back. Then try and find a better safehouse or, if you can, catch the attention of nearby [[zombie]]s and lead them away from your area before a horde's breaking line of sight, just to make things a little safer. Otherwise, you are fine to stay a night or two if you have enough ground floor curtains, as long as you're quiet and don't make too much [[noise]]. However, keep in mind there may be a risk of zombies breaking in from [[Metagame#Helicopter|helicopter noise]] or [[Metagame#Meta event|ambient sound events]] like gunshots and screaming. The [[Metagame#Helicopter|helicopter noise]] will occur only once within the first month, normally around the end of the first week. You can know when it's coming if you can find a [[radio]] with the [[Automated Emergency Broadcast System|automated emergency broadcast system radio station]] as this will inform you when the [[Metagame#Helicopter|helicopter]] will be coming by saying 'Air Activity Detected'.<br />
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Gathering [[food]] (eat [[Food#Perishable|perishables]] first, save [[Food#Non-perishable|non-perishables]] for later unless you're absolutely [[Moodles#Hungry|starving]], which is unlikely in the beginning) is also a priority, and so is getting a water bottle. It might be a good idea to stash some containers with water in them for when the power and water eventually goes out. The power and water will normally shut off after a week or two. This time can be changed in the [[Game modes#Custom Sandbox|sandbox]] settings.<br />
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This list is an example of what to loot, bold is essential, while non-bold is nice unless you can't spare inventory space:<br />
*'''[[Bags]]''' - from the ones worn on back, in order from worst to best, [[satchel]], [[School Bag|school bag]], [[Duffel Bag|duffel bag]] (including [[Trauma Bag|trauma bag]]), [[Golf Bag|golf bag]], [[Hiking Bag|hiking bag]], [[Big Hiking Bag|big hiking bag]], [[Large Backpack|large backpack]], and [[Military Backpack|military backpack]]. [[Fanny Pack|Fanny pack]] can be worn idependntly two times, so worth keeping two when found. In a pinch, [[Bags#Handheld|handheld bag]], such as [[sack]], [[Garbage Bag|garbage bag]], [[Plastic Bag|plastic bag]] or [[Tote Bag|tote bag]] can be used if nothing else is available, although these bags must be carried in one hand to offer encumbrance reduction, reducing the kinds of weapons or actions you are able to do. You are also not limited to carrying one bag at a time, such as being able to equip a fanny pack, a school bag, and carry two garbage bags.<br />
*'''[[Weapons|Weapon]]''' - that depends on the skills chosen, but for beginners [[Baseball Bat|baseball bat]] is a good choice, but a [[Frying Pan|frying pan]] or [[saucepan]] is fine, a [[Rolling Pin|rolling pin]] or [[Golf Club|golf club]] will do in a pinch.<br />
*'''[[Water containers|Water container]]''' - ideally a [[Water Bottle|water bottle]], but bottle with [[remoulade]], [[mayonnaise]] or [[bleach]] can also be emptied to be used as a makeshift water bottle.<br />
*[[Medical]] items - [[bandage]], [[Adhesive Bandages|adhesive bandages]] or [[Ripped Sheets|ripped sheets]] crafted from torn [[clothing]] or [[sheet]]s.<br />
*[[Skill books]] - useful, even if you have a passive XP boost towards a [[skill]].<br />
*[[Material#Repairing|Repairing materials]] - for [[crafting]] and weapon [[Durability|repairs]].<br />
*[[Garbage Bag|Garbage bags]] - for [[carpentry]], for crafting [[Rain Collector Barrel|rain collector barrels]] to get [[water]] after the water shutoff.<br />
*[[Nails]] - for [[carpentry]].<br />
*[[Lighter]]s/[[matches]] - for lighting a [[campfire]] with a [[Campfire Materials|campfire materials]] using [[fuel]] such as [[log]]s, [[plank]]s, [[book]]s, [[skill books]], [[newspaper]]s, [[magazine]]s, [[Sheet of Paper|paper sheets]] or [[Molotov Cocktail|Molotov cocktails]].<br />
*[[Hammer]] - for [[carpentry]].<br />
*Seeds packets, such as [[Potato Seeds|potato]], [[Broccoli Seeds|broccoli]], [[Cabbage Seeds|cabbage]], etc. - for [[farming]].<br />
*[[Tools#Gardening|Gardening tools]] - for [[farming]] and digging.<br />
*[[Beta Blockers]] - as [[Moodles#Panic|panic]] can be detrimental in combat.<br />
*[[Electronics]] - can be dismantled into [[Scrap Electronics|scrap parts]] with a [[screwdriver]].<br />
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====Arming yourself====<br />
Granted, the most important item you can scavenge will be your initial weapon. [[Baseball Bat|Baseball bats]] are a great top-choice, though [[Frying Pan|frying pans]] work too. [[Rolling Pin|Rolling pins]], [[shovel]]s, [[Golf Club|golf clubs]], and [[Kitchen Knife|kitchen knives]] can be used as [[weapons]] in a pinch, although kitchen knives are generally worse than all the listed rest, unless learned to perform a critical hit (which is handy for players with low strength). [[Axe]]s are ideal if you can find one, and if you're lucky enough to find a [[Baseball Bat|baseball bat]], a [[Hammer], and some [[nails]], you can craft a [[Spiked Baseball Bat|spiked baseball bat]] which will serve as a worthy weapon for a long time and is repaired using [[Wood Glue|wood glue]], [[glue]], [[Adhesive Tape|adhesive tape]], [[Duct Tape|duct tape]] and [[nails]].<br />
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[[File:SurvivalGuide ArmingYourself.png|thumb|A firearm can make a quiet place swarm with zombies in seconds.]]<br />
If you find a [[pistol]] and ammunition, it's best to ignore it. Not only are they heavy, but they create an incredible amount of [[noise]] when fired, which can draw a lot of unwanted attention. Furthermore, you'll need enough practice and time to level your Aiming skill if you didn't pick an occupation that provides boosts to [[Skills#Firearm|Aiming and/or Reloading]].<br />
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To equip any weapon, put them in your main inventory. Then right click the item and choose the "equip primary" option. Some weapons can be held in two hands.<br />
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====Storage====<br />
Once you have a bunch of [[items]], [[storage]] is something to consider. Typically the kitchen (if there is one) will have the most [[containers]] in the most condensed space, and since it also contains a refrigerator and either an [[Appliances|oven or microwave]], this area is a strong candidate for most of your early activities. It's also possible to carry even more if necessary using [[Bags#Wearable|backpacks]] these can be equipped to your back (or belt in case of [[Fanny Pack|fanny pack]] to free your hands.<br />
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[[Plastic Bag|Plastic bags]] and [[Garbage Bag|garbage bags]] also qualify as [[bags]] if there are no alternatives and you need to shift a lot of encumbrance. As mentioned above, equipping a [[Weapons|weapon]] in both slots makes carrying a container in your secondary slot, or "off hand", impossible. It can be useful to organize items into categories such as [[Food#Perishable|perishable food]] (refrigerator or freezer), [[Food#Non-perishable|non-perishable food]], [[Cooking|cooking utensils]], tools, books, [[Bags|empty containers]], [[Water containers|full containers (water)]], [[Tools#Gardening|gardening]], [[medical]], [[weapons]] and [[ammo]], [[plank]]s, misc, and [[junk]].<br />
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====Staying alive====<br />
Taking care of yourself is important, especially on the medical side of things. Make sure to get some [[Ripped Sheets|ripped sheets]] (makeshift bandages), which can be made by ripping clothes into sheets and are used to stop [[Moodles#Bleeding|bleeding]] after being injured. You'll also need to eat [[food]] and to drink [[water]] to survive. If you're in a safe location and your character is [[Moodles#Thirst|thirsty]], drink some water. You can drink directly from sinks and [[Water Dispenser|water dispensers]] without needing a container, but if you have a water container in your main inventory you'll automatically drink from that as required and this can be refilled as necessary.<br />
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Feed yourself every time you get [[Moodles#Hungry|hungry]], especially before combat, and always eat [[Food#Perishable|perishable food]] first. Prime candidates for immediate consumption include luxury products such as [[pizza]]s or [[burger]]s. If you're out of perishables, [[Food#Non-perishable|non-perishable food]] such as [[chips]] and canned food like [[Canned Vegetable Soup|canned vegetable soup]] and [[Canned Beans|canned beans]] are a good idea, but ideally they should be stockpiled but and not consumed unless necessary. Don't wait until you're starving to eat however!<br />
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You may wonder why it isn't a bad idea to only eat when starving. In Project Zomboid, being even normally hungry can have adverse effects on your character. The effects of being [[Moodles#Hungry|hungry]] include reduced [[Skills#Passives|strength]], which can create problems in melee combat and decrease how much you can carry. [[Moodles#Tired|Rest]] is also important, especially if you took the Sleepyhead trait. Try to sleep during the night so your visibility is maximized during daylight when you're moving around. The effects of being [[Moodles#Tired|tired]] can be very debilitating, as it greatly decreases your melee damage and also restricts your vision, making you much more likely to not spot zombies until they are too close.<br />
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Every now and then, your character will either get hot or cold. Since you're starting the game in the middle of Summer however, getting overheated will be much more likely. You can take off clothes or stop moving around if you see the overheated moodle. You generate body heat when performing physical activities, such as running or fighting. It's also important to know that different clothing have different insulation (a leather jacket will warm you up much faster than a tank top. While putting on several layers of clothes may help your character to not be injured during a zombie attack, it results in quick overheating, and can take up a lot of your encumbrance.<br />
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====Exploration====<br />
Leaving your safehouse is always a gamble. You never know when you'll get a chance to get back to your safehouse. You should have an idea of where you're going, and how you can get back. It is easy to get lost in the vast world. Avoid forests and long wide roads like the highway. If needed, forests can be used to cut line of sight from a horde. Always take some rations of [[food]] and [[water]] when leaving as well as your primary [[Weapons|weapon]]. A backup [[Weapons|weapon]] is preferred but not mandatory. If you have a [[Bags|bag]] always put your less needed items in the spare [[Bags|bag]] and essentials in the primary [[inventory]]. In moments where every second is important, having to unpack something could be the difference between life and death.<br />
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Depending on your settings, there may be a small map in the bottom right of your screen. This is your minimap, and can be very useful in finding your way around. You can expand it by pressing {{key|M}}, which brings up the entire map. You can only see where you have been before. If you find a [[pencil]], [[pen]] (any color) or [[crayons]], you can mark the map, making it great to know where your safehouse is, as well as which areas may have a large amount of zombies, or places that you have looted. Be careful when looking at the map, as time does not stop when you're in it.<br />
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====TV and radio====<br />
During the first week of the outbreak, while the power is still on and the lights of humanity have yet to dim out, you can take advantage of [[radio]] and [[Televison|TV]] broadcasts. Most channels will provide information that can give you a bit of lore on what is happening in the world. However, the best show to watch is watching the [[Life and Living TV]] channel, which will actually give you skill XP for different skills, such as [[carpentry]], [[cooking]], [[farming]], [[fishing]], [[foraging]] and [[trapping]]. Many experienced players spend the first week watching all of these shows, which come on at different times of the day (usually 6AM, 12PM, and 6PM). This can be a great way to get free skill XP without doing anything. To change the channel on the TV, right click it when you're nearby, and click "Device Options." It may be a good idea to turn down the volume when watching TV, so those pesky [[zombie]]s don't come snooping around.<br />
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===Beyond the early game - safe house defense===<br />
{{See|Barricade}}<br />
A safe house is a defensive structure that the player can construct as a base of operation. The player is able to build or secure a safe house with carpentry. It usually started by closing all windows and doors and securing them. The player can secure windows and doors by barricading the with wooden [[plank]]s, a [[hammer]], and [[nails]] are required to do so. The player can further secure a safe house by putting [[sheet]]s over the windows. Where there is either a sheet or a curtain on the window, the player will be able to close and open the curtains by right-clicking on them. Players can further refine their stronghold by placing [[door]]s, [[window]]s, and [[Wooden Wall|walls]], in addition to [[crate]]s. Players can also destroy their walls by using a [[sledgehammer]].<br />
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===Late game===<br />
The first few times you play Project Zomboid, you may only make it a few hours. Don't worry! Once you get the hang of combat and exploration, you may find yourself surviving a week, or even months (surviving a month is quite a feat!). At this point, you can choose to build an impenetrable fortress, grow a field of crops, fix up a collection of vehicles, or explore some of the most dangerous areas on the map for loot.<br />
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All this time, unless you're playing multiplayer with friends, you'll be surviving alone. However, NPCs (non-player characters) are currently in development, and once they are added, the game will grow even more limitless beyond what it is now!<br />
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==Tactics==<br />
===Scavenging and storage===<br />
[[File:Windowopening.png|thumb|Tap the 'interact' key (default {{Key|E}}) to open windows when standing next to them. Holding the key will cause your character to climb through an open window. Tapping the key once while facing an open window will close it. Alternatively, tapping the interact key multiple times will cause your character to break the window.]]<br />
You'll never have enough supplies to last you the long term. Luckily, there are various places you can loot. If you're careful, scavenging expeditions, while dangerous, can be highly rewarding.<br />
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A quick tip for those who are exploring an area with many windows!<br />
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=====Picking a location=====<br />
Know the type of item that you are trying to find. If you are in need of construction or farming supplies, find a warehouse or hardware store. If you need food, houses and supermarkets will probably be the best bet. Medical supplies can be found in abundance in most towns in clinics and pharmacies. Before entering, make sure that there are at least two entry points on different sides of the building, be it windows or doors. You want to be able to escape easily if zombies become aware of your presence.<br />
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=====Breaking in=====<br />
Before breaking in, it's a good idea to take a quick look around the outside of the building just to make sure there isn't a horde waiting on the other side of it. Also try to get a good look in though the windows, in case there are already zombies inside. Climbing though a window just to discover that you're entering a room full of zombies is never a good surprise!<br />
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Always try to break in as stealthily as possible by going through the side of the building with the least zombies around it. Before you even try to break in, check if any doors are unlocked. If it is locked, you will have to enter though the window, simply move to a window and press E, and wait until it opens. Smashing a window to enter can be an easy way to enter, but the sound it makes can attract zombies.<br />
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Once you're inside and established that the room is clear, close any windows or doors behind you. This will prevent any zombies that may be following you from sneaking in behind you.<br />
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Some buildings such as shops will not have openable windows, in this instance you will have to break a window. You can simply swing your melee weapon at the window as if it was a zombie. Don't forget to remove the broken glass before jumping in, otherwise you may suffer from a deep wound from glass. Be prepared to run and hide after doing this and keep an eye on the window to see if any zombies are attracted.<br />
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When entering any building, there is a chance that a [[Burglar Alarm|burglar alarm]] will sound. This will quickly attract zombies in a large radius to your immediate area. Always run away from the area and try to take shelter elsewhere until the Burglar Alarm dies down. Burglar Alarms will attract zombies from far and wide, so be careful not to run into a horde that's on its way to the house. Zombies will also break through houses that are in the way to reach the alarm, by smashing doors and windows. Be careful when going near the area later, as it will likely have a lot of zombies idling from the alarm.<br />
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Be wary of going upstairs in buildings unless you have a Sheet Rope on you. If zombies break in and you get trapped upstairs your only way out will be the window, which has a high chance of resulting in death above the first level above the ground floor.<br />
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=====Clearing=====<br />
Unless you have cleared the building before, never assume it is safe, whether it is the inside or the outside. Start out by killing any zombies that are inside. It can be dangerous to fight multiple zombies in cramped and small spaces. If you must face them, it's best you lure them outside to a quiet area and kill them there. Once the entrance is cleared, close all the curtains on the windows and (if available) add sheets on the windows without curtains or blinds. <br />
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Enter each room cautiously, have your weapon ready and step back immediately (release Ctrl if you were holding it, or you'll attack the door) when you open a door. Pay careful attention to banging sounds. When you finish clearing the inside of a building, check to make sure no zombies outside have been alerted to your presence. Never run while inside of a building unless you are in danger, because running creates noise which will attract nearby zombies, and you may become trapped in a room with zombies that are breaking the door down.<br />
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=====Items and their usual locations=====<br />
Certain items are often found in certain containers, and those container types tend to be found in common locations. Houses, for example, are good all-round locations to scavenge. Not mentioning less useful items, perishable food and Water Bottles are found in refrigerators, cooking utensils, seeds, and non-perishable food are found in kitchen containers, books and skill books are found in shelves, medicine is found in bathroom containers, and bags are found in bedroom containers. Rarely there will be a Pistol or ammunition in any of these. If you have enough medicine and bags already, it may save time to ignore venturing upstairs entirely.<br />
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===On the move===<br />
====Combat====<br />
[[File:SurvivalGuide_BatBeatdownZomb.png|thumb|You'll automatically attack an incapacitated living zombie, keeping it from getting back up if you swing in its direction.]]<br />
When heading out for a supply run, always be prepared. Only go outside during daylight, as you have better visibility during the day. Optionally, start your day by [[Moodles#Hungry|eating something]], refilling your [[Water Bottle|water bottle]] and making sure you're not [[Moodles#Heavy Load|carrying too much]] before going out. Grab any weapon you can find in your base, preferably a good one like a [[Baseball Bat|baseball bat]] or [[axe]].<br />
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When outside, try to walk as often as possible. If you ever stumble upon a horde, you'll be able to run and dodge them without being exhausted. Aside from being more quiet, walking will also save up some energy for fighting without getting [[Moodles#Endurance|exhausted]] too quickly. Every now and then, keep your eyes over your shoulder, as zombies might be following you. Holding {{Key|Ctrl}} and circling the mouse around the character will make the player look in the mouse cursor's direction, giving you the ability to spot your enemy before they even see you.<br />
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If you ever encounter a horde of [[zombie]]s (5 or more), be very careful, as the odds are against you. If you encounter such a large group of zombies, turn the other way. If you can't, try to sneak past them. If you already have been spotted, try to run 3-10 corners so you can effectively lose the majority and make it much easier to fend off those who are still following you. Be careful entering a building and hiding inside if the zombies see you enter, as they will likely break the doors of the building down to find you.<br />
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Lone zombies or zombies in very small groups can effectively be dispatched by a [[Baseball Bat|baseball bat]] or an [[axe]] (if fought one by one and carefully). It's generally not recommended to fight more than three zombies at once with a melee weapon when you're starting out. When fighting groups, you should use hit-and-run tactics, as zombies do not have much of an attack range, and you can keep exhaustion at bay every 1-3 zombies you kill. Try to spread them out as much as possible by killing the faster ones first. Use fences, open windows, and open doorways to create bottlenecks to thin out groups. When fighting a group, don't try to immediately dispatch enemies you've knocked down when others are still coming. Instead, use the gap to line up your next attack on the next standing zombie. <br />
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You may occasionally run into crawler zombies. Be careful around them, as they are not knocked back when hit. Instead, run around it and go behind it. The crawler has to push its body around 180 degrees to get to you, so use its slow speed to your advantage.<br />
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Many players might be excited to start using firearms. However, in Project Zomboid, firearms are usually a bad idea. If you want to use a firearm, make sure that you have enough ammo to kill several times as many zombies as you expect to fight, and have an escape route, and preferably a vehicle. Always take the time to aim, as you will want each bullet to count. Accuracy is reduced when moving, so get some distance, then stop moving when you fire. Accuracy is also reduced (to almost complete ineffectiveness) by [[Moodles#Panic|Panic]] and by a low Aiming skill. Because Aiming is leveled by hitting a zombie with a shot, low Aiming (below level 3) your character will miss often. Shotguns are the most effective way to not just fight but to level Aiming. However, they are very loud, and will attract more zombies. Try to fight away from your safehouse if you do fight with a firearm. Always be aware of your ammo situation, and never fight until the absolute last bullet. Always keep a handful of extra rounds so that you can use them when you need to. Distance is your best friend, as zombies cannot attack you if you aren't at arm's length, and it gives you more time to reload before they approach you.<br />
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Around a week after you survive, you might hear the dreaded sounds of a helicopter. This is the so-called helicopter event, where a helicopter will hover over you, essentially luring all the zombies in the area to you. This can be devastating if a player isn't prepared. However, if a player hides inside a building, they can avoid being found by the helicopter in the first place. In any case, be on the move if discovered, as every zombie will be heading to the helicopter's location (right over your head).<br />
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You are free to go anywhere you want, however, always try to plan where you're headed, what you'll be taking as loot and where you'll be settling in to make a safe house.<br />
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====Stealth====<br />
It is almost always safer to avoid combat if possible. This requires seeing zombies before they see you. When in combat stance, even with a melee weapon, moving the mouse towards the edge of the screen lets you see farther. Once you know where zombies are, you can keep your distance and slip past them in sneak mode. If you must fight, lure a few at a time and back up to fight them out of earshot of the other zombies. This keeps you in control of how many you fight, and where you fight.<br />
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====Escaping a horde====<br />
Inevitably, your character will attract a horde of zombies too large to fight. The more you flee, the more new zombies you run into, so the horde grows in size. Eventually, you will either make a mistake or become exhausted and the horde will catch you.<br />
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To escape a horde chasing you:<br />
#'''Conserve stamina'''. Your walking speed is faster than even fast shamblers (the default speed). Run or sprint briefly only to avoid being surrounded. Injuries and status effects that lower your walking speed make hordes considerably harder to escape.<br />
#'''Attract all the zombies'''. Counterintuitively, you can make an area safe from the horde by getting them all to chase you. If you do not do this step, a zombie here and a zombie there can quickly turn into another horde before you get a chance to rest. You can gather their attention by shouting ({{Key|Q}} by default), shooting guns, or using the sirens on an emergency vehicle.<br />
#'''Ball them up'''. Walk in a circle and back and forth and the horde chasing you will tighten into a ball. This keeps the interest of the zombies at the back and lets you concentrate newly arrived zombies into the horde.<br />
#'''Lead them away'''. With all the zombies in the area in a tight ball chasing you, lead them away to some place you don't care about, such as the woods or a street you've already looted.<br />
#'''Give them the slip'''. This is what you have been saving your stamina for! Sprint away to get out of hearing and sight range. Once you are far away, break line of sight around the corner of a building or by going deep into the woods. The zombies will pursue in the direction they last saw or heard you, so make a sharp turn to get out of the way of the parade of zombies. You can keep going in the new direction or, with a very wide berth, double back.<br />
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You will have to clear a few stragglers and may have to repeat this technique a second or even third time. But when you are done, you can enjoy a pocket of relative safety in which to rest and loot in peace!<br />
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=====Advanced horde escape=====<br />
Two risky methods to lose the zombies are to climb a high fence or lead them into a building. They are worth doing because they are effective with less distance, so you don't have to go all-or-nothing, gathering and losing a huge horde from the entire surrounding area.<br />
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A high fence blocks zombie pathing - you can go over, but they have to go around. The ideal escape route then is to climb over the middle of a long fence, which makes the zombies shamble the furthest to chase you. Miscalculate, however, and this technique can put you into the arms of a horde. First, with panic, encumbrance, or certain character traits, you can fail to climb the fence and fall back into the horde chasing you. Leave enough space to survive a failed climb and escape or try again. It is worth the stamina to sprint for a bit to gain a lead on the horde. Encumbrance can sneak up on you - some items are heavier when unequipped, and hunger lowers your weight capacity. Second, vision-blocking fences can hide a horde waiting for you on the other side. So check the other side of the fence before you attract the horde! Finally, if you are holding bags in your hands, you will drop them when you climb. It's better to escape with your life than die with the loot, but it is best to sort the heaviest and least important items into the bags you drop, drop those bags where you have a chance of retrieving them later, and leave loot behind for later so you aren't encumbered in the first place.<br />
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Buildings are an effective distraction for zombies, because they block line of sight and distract zombies with breaking windows and doors instead of chasing you. But it is very dangerous to lead the zombies into an unfamiliar building. A single zombie or miscalculation about your escape route can slow you enough for the horde to catch you. You can be cornered by narrow pathways, an unexpected locked door, or a dead end. The best building to escape through has been cleared, looted, has doors you can close to slow the horde, and has escape routes ready, such as open windows or escape ropes.<br />
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===Travel===<br />
[[File:SurvivalGuide Travel.png|thumb|Traveling with a [[Vehicles|car]].]]<br />
Eventually, you will want to get out of your area. Maybe it's because there are no more supplies left, or perhaps it's because you want to start anew somewhere, or you just want to reach the [[well]]. When you know you will not be back home for a few days or moving out, always bring a week's worth of food and water with you. It's recommended to take the road, since you can easily get lost in the vast forest (forests can stretch several cells in all directions). A [[tent]] may be needed to sleep in if your travels will prevent you from finding shelter before you reach your destination. [[Campfire Materials]] can compliment the tent nicely. Be sure you have [[Items#Fire Source|something]] to light the fire with.<br />
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[[Vehicles]] are almost essential for long-distance traveling and hauling. Items can be stored in seats and the trunk, allowing for more objects to be brought along at a faster pace, avoiding overexerting your character and allowing you to come back with more supplies. Depending on the driver and type of vehicle that's being driven, bring extra items such as (but not limited to) [[Gas Can|gas]], a [[jack]], and a spare tire to maintain the vehicle. Don't assume that you're safe within your vehicle. You're at risk of getting into an accident that can either injure or kill your character. These risks are also abnormally increased with car wreckages of previous drivers because of the outbreak. Another effect of the car wreckages is that the vehicle will not be capable of being brought everywhere with you so if you want to continue past the car wreckages, it will have to be done by foot. Keep your eyes on the road, be aware of your surroundings, and be prepared to slam on the brakes if necessary.<br />
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==Health==<br />
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===Moodles===<br />
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Throughout your adventure, not only does your character gets hungry and thirsty but can also suffer from other conditions such as anxiety or depression. These status effects, called '''[[Moodles]]''', can be treated with varying methods from the use of [[consumables]] to just letting a wound heal depending on the character's need. For example, a [[Moodles#Bored|bored]] character can be removed by reading a Book or a Magazine, and also moving about outside. The Moodles will also display signs of injuries, which requires first aid.<br />
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====Exhaustion and sleep====<br />
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Eventually your character will begin to feel tired. You can rest or sleep in chairs, couches, and beds. If your character is too agitated, they may need [[Sleeping Tablets|sleeping tabkets]] to sleep. On most multi-player servers, sleeping has been disabled. You will still become exhausted from exertion, and can still rest in chairs and beds, but cannot sleep, and will never get sleepy.<br />
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====Hunger====<br />
Over time you will become hungry. The longer you go without food, the weaker you'll become before starvation starts to occur. Eating adequate amounts of edible food avoids that. Be sure to eat perishable foods first as they will expire in one way or another. Make sure to feed your character when they have no hunger-related Moodle, or at least when they're peckish. The hungrier they become, the more food it will take for them to feel satisfied, and the more weight they will lose.<br />
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In contrast, overfeeding your character can temporarily make them stronger, carry more items, and gain a positive hunger-related Moodle. Remember that stuffing your character too much will cause them to gain weight and want more food over time.<br />
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Portions of food can be fed to your character at a time to manage hunger better. For example, instead of eating whole watermelon, cut it or bash it to make slices or chunks. Then it can be eaten in 1/4, 1/2, or a whole slice or chunk. This can still fill your character up but without wasting so much food. If you're in early game and there's still tons of food lying around, you probably don't have to worry about perishable food conservation, as most of it will rot later anyways.<br />
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When looting, remember to take non-perishables to your safe area. It's also a good idea to keep one or two of these in your inventory, just in case.<br />
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To find food that isn't in buildings, go closer to or into the woods. Enable search mode to start [[foraging]]. Depending on your character's Foraging level, you can find things ranging from perishable [[Berry|berries]] or [[mushroom]]s (be careful with them though. All berries and mushroom types stack, so take caution to avoid eating the white ones that will poison your character without Herbalist knowledge), as well as other items.<br />
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There's also farming. To farm, you'll need various tools, seeds, and water. Plant your crops in a protected area, since zombies can trample and kill your plants. They can also hide in nearly grown crops and are difficult to see. If you wait until your crops are blooming, you can collect seeds, too. Don't wait too long or your crops will rot.<br />
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====Thirst====<br />
Your character gets thirstier faster than they can get hungry, so it's a good idea to have bottled water as soon as possible. If you can't find bottled water, you can improvise by filling up an [[Empty Bottle (disambiguation)|empty bottle]] up with water. Dehydration works similar to hunger. The thirstier your character becomes, the weaker they get. Currently, there's no positive-related thirst moodles.<br />
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Within months or weeks, the water supply will be cut off. You'll have some stockpiled water but that won't be nearly enough for you to live off of in the long term. One option is to find a [[well]], which will you give you an endless source of water. If you want to get to one of the Wells, consider living in the farm, which is far away from zombies and has plenty of space for farming and construction.<br />
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Alternatively, you cna get close to the water source such as lakes, ponds or rivers, including the [[Ohio River]].<br />
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The best option is to create several [[Rain Collector Barrel|rain collector barrels]], which may be quite costly in terms of the resources that need to be used. Whenever it rains, these barrels will collect the water from the rain. Although one barrel will not give sufficient water for long-term survival, having many of these barrels will give you enough water to hydrate yourself as well as farm for food without having access to a well. As of build 31, water from these barrels will be tainted. This can make your character sick.<br />
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You can collect and/or drink river water as well. It will also be tainted and require purifying like rain collector water to keep your character safe.<br />
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To purify water collected from the river or rain collector barrels, place down a campfire with a [[Campfire Kit|campfire kit]] and put the water container in the campfire inventory as you would cook something raw like a Chicken or an Egg. It should purify and be drinkable without any ill-effects once the green skull icon disappears from the water container.<br />
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===Treating injuries===<br />
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[[File:SurvivalGuide VariedTreatments2018.png|thumb|The [[Health]] window.]]<br />
There are many kinds of injuries that can happen so there are many treatments your character can do to perform on themselves. Keep in mind that you can be damaged by a zombie and not require any method shown below. Being patient and passing time is the best all-round treatment for any injury as long as it was dealt with properly. Good common items to have for treatment are [[painkillers]], [[bandage]]s, [[antibiotics]], and a [[Bottle of Disinfectant|bottle of disinfecant]] or something with alcohol in it. If a bandage is needed, make sure to check on it frequently because it could turn dirty and the wound can be infected.<br />
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Having a positive [[Moodles#Hungry|hunger moodle]] quickens the recovery process of any injury, fights off infection, and generally makes your character more resilent to sickness in general.<br />
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====Scratches====<br />
Scratches can happen from crawling through a broken window with no glass removed, climbing over barbed wire, vehicle collisions, or a zombie. If scratched by a zombie, there is a chance of being zombified albeit much smaller compared to being bitten. Disinfect and then bandage.<br />
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====Deep wounds====<br />
Common from climbing through windows and falling. It can also be caused from being hit with a heavy bladed weapon like an [[axe]] or getting into a vehicle collision. First use a [[Suture Needle|suture needle]] and then a [[bandage]]. Optionally a [[needle]] with [[thread]] can be used as well but it causes more pain. If there's nothing to stitch up the wound with then applying a bandage will slow down its deterioration and bleeding (be aware that the bandage will become dirty faster).<br />
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=====Lodged foreign objects=====<br />
Bullets and glass shards can be lodged inside a deep wound. They must be removed to prevent complications as a result of stitching up the wound. They can be removed with fingers, but using [[Tweezers]] is a faster and less painful process. Then, disinfect the wound and deal with the deep wound appropriately. Leaving the object inside speeds up the rate and heightens the chance of the wound getting infected. Out of all the injuries, this is the most likely one to cause infection- particularly for the Deep Wound that it was lodged in.<br />
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====Bites====<br />
Zombies are the only source of bites. Out of all the injuries, this is a death sentence, with a 100% chance of zombification. Disinfect, bandage, and then pray.<br />
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====Burns====<br />
Usually caused from being lit on fire. Disinfect and then bandage. A burn is similar to a fracture in terms of the time it takes to fully heal.<br />
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====Fractures====<br />
Fractures can happen from extreme vehicle collisions or jumping from a second-story building and higher. A [[splint]] must be made for each fractured limb. Movement will be heavily restricted and even more so when wearing a Splint. Resting and sleeping a lot speeds up recovery. Avoid moving too much as well. Out of all the injuries, a fracture takes the longest to heal back up. Once every week after the first week, take off the Splints to see if the fractures are still there. If so, then simply reapply without moving.<br />
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Disinfecting isn't necessary for survival, but it prevents infection. Infection makes the affected area in a worse condition and has greater negative impact on your health.<br />
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===Death===<br />
[[File:ded.png|thumb|Player about to die.]]<br />
Depending on how your character dies, they have a chance to emit loud screams of agony which can attract zombies. One of two possible outcomes will happen to your character when they die.<br />
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====Corpse====<br />
This is just a regular and normal death. It happens when you fall from a great height, are killed by another player, or bleeding out from being cut on a window. Your character's corpse will be lootable and contain everything in it while they were alive with the exception of what they had in their hands. The items in those hands will be scattered about on the floor around them instead.<br />
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====Zombification====<br />
This is the most common process that occurs after death. After keeling over, soon your character will get up as a zombie with a [[Moodles#Zombie|Zombified Moodle]]. They can't be controlled by the player, and they behave like a normal zombie. Note that they still keep everything they had on them when they were alive. Zombification happens faster if they bleed out shortly after being scratched or bitten by a zombie even if they technically wouldn't have succumbed to it. Interestingly, the zombified character doesn't drop what they had in their hands while they were alive unlike a normal death.<br />
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==Skills==<br />
{{Main|Skills}}<br />
To see your character's skill, open the Skill tab after clicking the heart in the UI (or hotkey {{Key|C}}). The "skills" screen will appear and will show you how much skill points you have, which skills you have unlocked, and how far you are from unlocking a skill.<br />
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===Crafting===<br />
{{Main|Crafting}}<br />
With the right resources, players can mix items together to create new or better equipment. By right-clicking one of the specified items (with all items of the crafting recipe present in the main inventory), players can create [[Cooking (crafting)|food recipes]], [[General (crafting)|enhanced weapons]] and [[Carpentry (crafting)|barricades]] to reinforce their safe-houses. One can also use the crafting menu below the character status icon to craft items, as well as easily find recipes.<br />
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===Cooking===<br />
{{Main|Cooking}}<br />
Cooking is a skill that allows the player to craft food recipes that restore much more hunger, and/or boredom and unhappiness. It also determines the likelihood of burning certain food items, such as meat. Those foods usually have an Uncooked or Raw prefix in front of their name. As of build 30, Cooking level seven allows the player to use rotten ingredients in some recipes. Cooking can be done on any heat source, from a [[Heat source#Campfire|campfire]] to an [[Heat source#Oven|oven]].<br />
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===Carpentry===<br />
{{Main|Carpentry}}<br />
In a zombie apocalypse, nowhere is safe. However, that can't stop you from [[Barricade|fortifying]] a safe-house of your interest. Some buildings are safer than others. A two-story house with multiple doors and few windows is recommended. In case of an home invasion, you can always escape through a window using a Sheet Rope. For maximum protection and stealth, board up every window with Planks and Sheets. <br />
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Carpenters equipped with a Sledgehammer can destroy walls, doors, and window frames to get rid of them. Materials are rarely yielded from destroying rather than disassembling.<br />
If you run out of Planks, you can use an Axe to chop down doors. Chopping down doors will yield one to two wooden planks, along with [[Door Hinge|door hinges]] and [[doorknob]]s. Another alternative is to chop down trees. Taking down a tree will yield one to five Logs. You can then use a Saw to craft Logs into Planks.<br />
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Later in the game, once you have the tools and resources for larger constructions, you should think about the use of wall pieces. A perimeter wall will prevent zombies from seeing you in your house and will muffle sounds further. Furthermore, you will have more time to escape should your safehouse be invaded. A perimeter fence (any material) can be used to slow down zombies during an invasion. If you have the time and resources, you can make makeshift structures.<br />
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Please take note that constructing a safe-house will make a lot of noise, which will draw any stragglers nearby. Carpentry jobs should be done during the day and when the outside is relatively quiet and zombie-free.<br />
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===Farming===<br />
{{Main|Farming}}<br />
Farming is essential for late game play since electricity will eventually go down and you will be forced to eat non-perishables, which aren't exactly plentiful in [[Muldraugh]]. Be sure to let plants go into seed bearing stage to have a continuous supply of seeds.<br />
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===Fishing===<br />
{{Main|Fishing}}<br />
Fishing is another alternate source of food, and good for maintaining calories. For this, you will need a [[Fishing Rod|fishing rod]] and [[bait]], or a [[Crafted Spear|crafted spear]].<br />
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===Trapping===<br />
{{Main|Trapping}}<br />
Trapping is a source of food. The player can trap small animals and use them as food. You will need to build traps (which require special skill books to learn the recipes, besides mousetraps), and use bait (such as [[carrot]]s or [[cabbage]]s) to bait the trap for a successful catch. [[Plank]]s, [[nails]], and [[twine]] are the most common crafting materials for traps.<br />
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===Foraging===<br />
{{Main|Foraging}}<br />
All areas can be foraged in, and different areas result in different finds. Click on the magnifying glass and enable discover mode.<br />
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Depending on your characters Foraging skill, you may find edible plants, or building materials like twigs, branches, rocks, etc. Basic shoddy tools can be crafted with these foraged materials if you need a [[hammer]] or [[axe]] in a pinch, but they are not durable. Higher level foraging results in food such as berries, mushrooms, and even animals. Sometimes you can find medicinal herbs.<br />
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===Map===<br />
{{Main|Knox Country}}<br />
[[File:Reference onecell.png|left|thumb|700px|One black square is one cell which contains 300x300 tiles.]]<br />
It is a bit of an understatement when people say the map is huge. Since it's well... huge! <br />
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To give you an idea of just how big the map is, here are some figures courtesy of harakka and blindcoder. The map is 30x16 cells and another 26x52 cells. Each of those cells contains about 300x300 tiles. Now some of you will be going "But of course, my good lad!" others will be going "It doesn't sound that big." <br />
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Here's a picture to show you how big '''one''' cell is. Each black square is roughly the size of one cell.<br />
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Hopefully that puts things into perspective. Now, the place is huge and it's easy to get lost, so if you would like a helping hand in navigating the map, then you can go check out this [https://map.projectzomboid.com/ Knox Country map], it can be especially useful for new survivors as players have marked points of interest. These can include where a decently supplied place is, good fortification locations, to everything your heart desires. So, remember to give it a look if you want.<br />
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If you find some odd anomaly around the map, such as a place you can't enter but seemingly could, invisible walls, etc., you might want to go check out [https://theindiestone.com/forums/index.php?/forum/85-bug-reports/ Bug Reports on The Indie Stone Forums] (the creators of Project Zomboid). Report the problem, so that the developers can fix it! It's incredibly important to report bugs!<br />
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===Temperature===<br />
Temperatures will change according to the seasons. Wear less clothes to cool off during a hot summer day, or put on a sweater as cold fall nights approach. During the winter you may need more than warm clothing. Campfires or other heat sources will warm you up.<br />
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===Light===<br />
Light can make it easier to see when looting, but being in a well lit area makes you more likely to be seen by zombies (especially at night). Lights in buildings can usually be switched off. [[Flashlight]]s are a handy portable light source, but require [[Battery|batteries]] to operate. [[Lamp on Pillar|lamp on pillars]] can be constructed to add light to player made structures.<br />
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===Weather===<br />
{{Main|Weather}}<br />
It may rain at various times. Being outdoors in the rain will make your character damp. After enough time in the rain you will get soaked and have a chance of developing a cold. Once out of the rain, you will slowly dry off. You can speed up the process with a dry [[Bath Towel]], often found in bathroom cabinets.<br />
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===Events===<br />
{{Main|Metagame}}<br />
;Sometime within the first month after spawning, the water works will fail.<br />
The player will no longer be able to drink indefintely out of sinks, bathtubs, or toilets. Each water source will usually become limited to 20 units of water. At this point, the player must either keep moving to live off of the little water remaining in taps, find a Well, or build Rain Collector Barrels.<br />
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;Sometime within the first month after spawning, the power will fail.<br />
Refrigerators will no longer preserve food and lights will no longer turn on. You cannot cook food either, except with a Campfire or a propane-fueled grill. Pretty soon, all perishable foods will go bad and you will have to survive off of your non-perishable foods unless you can [[Farming|farm]], [[Fishing|fish]], [[Foraging|forage]], or [[Trapping|trap]] for your own food. Streetlights and building lights will stop working, making those areas much more dangerous, even during the day.<br />
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;Metagame events<br />
There are currently two [[Metagame|random events]] that happen throughout the game. Sometimes players can hear either gun shots or helicopters overhead. They both have the same function of mass migrating the zombie population and don't come from any actual in-game source. When you hear them, be weary of changes in zombie positioning and movement.<br />
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==Miscellaneous tips and tricks==<br />
Here are a few things to always be wary of while playing the game. Being mindful of these things will help you survive longer in [[Knox Country]].<br />
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*You can only see where you're looking towards. Watch your back.<br />
*Beware of keeping [[Alarm Clock]]s or [[Digital Watch]]es! They may have an alarm already set on when you pick them up. Be sure to disable them so you don't unknowingly become a walking dinner bell.<br />
*While you have running water, fill extra containers with water (mugs, pans, buckets, spare water bottles etc.) and stockpile them. When the water is shut off, you'll still have some water to spare that won't need purifying.<br />
*Being out in the open is a double-edged sword. There's little cover, meaning there's a high possibility of zombies noticing you.<br />
*Until you have searched the entire building, consider it a dangerous location. Once you know it's empty, start closing curtains and any outside doors and windows for some privacy. After that, start looting.<br />
*Know when to commit to a fight. If fighting, make sure it's extremely imbalanced to your favor.<br />
*Jumping off from the second floor should only be a last resort. Any higher than the second floor, though, you will die.<br />
*Be indoors by 8-9 PM and be sleeping at 10-11 PM. Visibility thanks to the sun will make surviving easier.<br />
*Bandages are a lifesaver. You should always take some with you just in case. Ideally, make them from spare clothes using the "rip sheets" menu command.<br />
*Inspect corpses. They can have interesting items or keys to either buildings or vehicles.<br />
*When you're scavenging and have some space left, take a few items you think you won't need for now. They might be useful later on.<br />
*Moving while sneaking can earn you a very small stream of constant experience. More experience is earned if sneaking around zombies that aren't alerted to your presence.<br />
*If you have friends and a vehicle in the apocalypse, it's recommended to carpool with them. Not only will it save gas by having only one vehicle at a time, it'll generate less noise compared to having each friend have their own vehicle.<br />
*Before opening a door listen for any sounds like footsteps, banging, groans, bags unzipping, or struggling. They will give you clues on who and what could be on the other side.<br />
*At the very beginning of the game, there will never be a zombie in the building you spawn in. That doesn't mean this spawn location is invulnerable to zombies walking inside this spawn point later.<br />
*If you manage to find a [[Vehicles|car]] in relatively good condition and enough gas, you should consider establishing your safehouse in a rural area, as it is less dangerous.<br />
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*[[Frequently Asked Questions]]<br />
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'''Romuald Dron Memorial Park''' is a park located in [[Louisville]]. The park had been hosting the 1993 Louisville Music Festival prior to the [[Knox Event]].<br />
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The park has a small playground located near the parking lot. Much of the park is enclosed by chain-link fences that had been set-up for the Louisville music festival. The festival has a first-aid tent located near the entrance, a main stage, tents used by festival-goers, various food stalls and trailers, likely used as accommodation for the performing bands. <br />
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*The park is named after [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248501/romuald-dron/ Romuald Dron] who had passed away in 2017, a brother of [[Romaine 'RJ' Dron]], a developer of Project Zomboid.<ref>"Project Zomboid is now dedicated to the memory of Romuald Dron – RJ’s brother – who sadly passed away in recent weeks." [[zomboidweb:blog/news/2017/07/cussdoid/|Cussdoid - Project Zomboid]]</ref><br />
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==See also==<br />
*[[Louisville Central Park]]<br />
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'''Evergreen Hill''' is a neighborhood in Louisville. The neighborhood contains [[Evergreen Hill Community Center]] and [[Evergreen Public School]]. Evergreen Hill is also in close proximity to [[Louisville Central Park]].<br />
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'''Leafhill Heights''' is a neighborhood in Louisville, situated near the Ohio River. The neighborhood contains [[Leafhill Heights Offices]] and [[Leafhill Heights Elementary School]]. Leafhill Heights is also in close proximity to [[Ameriglobe Communications]], [[Holy Haven Cemetary]] and [[St. Peregrin Hospital]]<br />
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[[File:Spiffo in Terraria.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Spiffo]] enjoying the bloodshed in [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]].]]<br />
During your time exploring [[Knox Country]], various '''Easter eggs''' can be found throughout the area, referencing other games, media, developers etc. Many of these references are in the form of business names, graffiti, items, etc.<br />
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==Pop-culture==<br />
[[File:Goodman Exterior.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Goodman Legal Services]] in [[Louisville]] is a reference to Saul Goodman, a character in TV Series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].]]<br />
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*[[Romero Center for the Performing Arts]] is a theater in [[Louisville]]. The theater's name is a reference to film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]]. Romero invented the modern zombie with his debut film [[Wikipedia:Night of the Living Dead|Night of the Living Dead]].<br />
*[[Brooks Public Library of Louisville]] could be a reference to the author [[Wikipedia:Max Brooks|Max Brooks]]. Brooks' most famous novels are [[Wikipedia:The Zombie Survival Guide|The Zombie Survival Guide]] and [[Wikipedia:World War Z|World War Z]].<br />
*The [[Crossroads Mall]] in [[Valley Station]] is a reference to the mall of the same name in the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
*[[Goodman Legal Services]] is a law firm in Louisville, the name is a reference to Saul Goodman, a lawyer in the TV series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and the spin-off series [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].<br />
*[[A-1 Laundry]] are a chain of laundromats that are located in Louisville. The name is a reference to A1A Car Wash, a fictional car wash in Breaking Bad.<br />
*It can be possible to encounter a zombie wearing a [[Hockey Mask]] and with a [[Machete]] on their back. This is a reference to the immortal slasher [[Wikipedia:Jason Voorhees|Jason Voorhees]] from the [[Wikipedia:Friday the 13th (franchise)|Friday the 13th]] film franchise.<br />
*In a cemetery in Louisville, there is pallet of gold, hidden in a mausoleum. The pallet is called "[[The Ecstacy of Gold]]" (typo in-game) The pallet's name comes from two songs. The first is a reference to [[Wikipedia:The Ecstasy of Gold|a song of the same name]], The Ecstasy of Gold, used in the 1966 western film, [[Wikipedia:The Good, the Bad and the Ugly|The Good, the Bad and the Ugly]]. The song is used in a scene where one of the main characters is desperately searching for a hidden cache of gold coins in a graveyard. The second song is by Metallica, called The Ecsta'''c'''y of Gold, also misspelled with two c's.<br />
*[[Back To The Nurture Chiropractic Services]] is a chain of chiropractic offices with locations in Louisville and [[Riverside]]. The business name is likely a reference to the [[Wikipedia:Back to the Future (franchise)|Back to the Future]] film trilogy.<br />
*[[Bateman Office Building]] in downtown Louisville is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]], villain protagonist of the [[Wikipedia:American Psycho|American Psycho novel]] and [[Wikipedia:American Psycho (film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*The [[Shaken and Stirred]] bar is a reference [[Wikipedia:Shaken, not stirred|to a similar catchphrase]] from the [[Wikipedia:James Bond|James Bond]] franchise.<br />
*A [[CD]] called 'Raps for Christ' is likely a reference to a christian hip hop song and internet meme known as [[Wikipedia:Rappin' for Jesus|Rappin' for Jesus]].<br />
*The 28th day is the default day in which the zombie population reaches it's peak. This could be referencing the film, [[Wikipedia:28 Days Later|28 Days Later]] and sequel [[Wikipedia:28 Weeks Later|28 Weeks Later]].<br />
*On the channel [[Life and Living]], there is a program called Exposure Survival. The shows host is named Dean. This is a reference to the game designer [[Wikipedia:Dean Hall (game designer)|Dean Hall]]. Hall's most famous work being the zombie survival game, [[Wikipedia:DayZ (video game)|DayZ]].<br />
*[https://map.projectzomboid.com/#8931x10315 In the woods outside of Muldraugh and Rosewood], a message made out of dirt paths can be found. The message is a love heart with the name Brian. This is a reference to Brian Hicks, creative director of DayZ.<br />
*The name of the ice cream parlor chain [[Churn R Us]], is a reference to Chernarus, a fictional Eastern European country in [[Wikipedia:Arma 2|Arma 2]] and DayZ.<br />
*The challenge mode '[[A Really CD DA]]' is a reference to the survival game, [[Wikipedia:Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead|Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead]].<br />
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===Film parodies===<br />
*The [[VHS]] film "Ace Pilot" is a parody of the action film, [[Wikipedia:Top Gun|Top Gun]].<br />
*"CyberKiller 2" is a parody of the science fiction action film, [[Wikipedia:Terminator 2: Judgment Day|Terminator 2: Judgment Day]].<br />
*"Pleistocene Land" is a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Jurassic Park (film)|Jurassic Park]].<br />
*"Slow Descent" is likely a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Stalker (1979 film)|Stalker]].<br />
*"Train Bomb" is likely a parody of the action film [[Wikipedia:Speed (1994 film)|Speed]].<br />
*"Man On the Run" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:The Fugitive (1993 film)|The Fugitive]].<br />
*"Breaking Point" is likely a parody of the thriller film [[Wikipedia:Falling Down|Falling Down]].<br />
*"Dead Wrong" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:Dirty Harry|Dirty Harry]].<br />
*"Dime Diamonds" is a parody of the neo-noir crime film [[Wikipedia:Reservoir Dogs|Reservoir Dogs]].<br />
*"All Over Again" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Groundhog Day (film)|Groundhog Day]].<br />
*"Home Invaders 2" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Home Alone 2: Lost in New York|Home Alone 2: Lost in New York]].<br />
*"Fred and Ali's Radical Journey" is a parody of the science-fiction comedy film [[Wikipedia:Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure|Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure]].<br />
*"Tired in Toronto" is a parody of the romantic-comedy film [[Wikipedia:Sleepless in Seattle|Sleepless in Seattle]].<br />
*"Tangier" is a parody of the romantic-drama film [[Wikipedia:Casablanca (film)|Casablanca]].<br />
*"Mother's Boy" is a reference to the 1960 slasher film, [[Wikipedia:Psycho (1960 film)|Psycho]]. The [[Waites Motel]] in [[Muldraugh]], could be a reference to the Bates Motel, a fictional motel in the film.<br />
*"The Crying of the Foxes" is a parody of the horror novel [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(novel)|The Silence of the Lambs]] and it's [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(film)|film adaptation]].<br />
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==The Indie Stone==<br />
[[File:Sunstar Graffiti.png|300px|thumb|right|Some of the graffiti in Knox Country references various developers.]]<br />
*A construction site in Muldraugh is owned by [[T.I.S. Construction]], referencing [[The Indie Stone]], the developer studio behind Project Zomboid.<br />
*[[Spiffo]], the game's adorable mascot was a character from [[PAWS]], an unreleased fighting game that Indie Stone were previously working on.<br />
*In several areas of Knox Country, you can find "NasKo" spray-painted on a wall, this is a reference to the Community Manager, [[User:NasKo|NasKo]].<br />
*Some areas also have "RingoD" spray-painted on the wall. The graffiti is referencing former modder, turned developer, [[Paul Ring]].<br />
*[[Enigma Books]] is a chain of book stores with locations in [[West Point]] and Riverside, referencing the Support & Operations Manager, [[EnigmaGrey]].<br />
*The hardware store chain [[Zac's Hardware]] in Louisville, refers to developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo].<br />
*A cafe in Louisville, [[Cafe d'Eris]] is a reference to [https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993046686 Eris], a former modder, turned developer.<br />
*[[The Blue Fox]], a restauraunt in Louisville, references developer [[Fox Chaotica]].<br />
*One of the [[Lunchbox]] variants has the face of [[Will Porter]] surrounded by love hearts. Porter is one of the game's writers.<br />
*[[A.A. Ron Hunting Supply]] is also a reference to Will's son. The business name is also likely a reference to the comedy duo [[Wikipedia:Key & Peele|Key & Peele]]'s substitute teacher sketch.<br />
*T-shirts can spawn in some rare variants, having references to various The Indie Stone developers<br />
**A t-shirt with [[The Indie Stone]] logo can spawn.<br />
**A rare variant of the [[T-Shirt]] has the face of one of the developers, [[Romain Dron]].<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the bird logo of [[User:Aiteron|Aiteron]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the wolf logo of [[Fenris Wolf]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
*[[R. Johnson Office Building]] in Louisville, references Robert Johnson/RJ, an alias used by Dron.<br />
*[[Romuald Dron Memorial Park]] was dedicated to the brother of RJ, who has sadly passed away. The park is located in Louisville.<br />
*A nightclub in Louisville, [[Beever's]] references [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever], one of the composers behind much of the soundtrack.<br />
*[[Aitor Wire Company]], a factory in Louisville, references developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248483/aitor-garca-de-la-cruz/ Aitor Garca de la Cruz].<br />
*A clothing store in Louisville, [[Yuri Design]], is named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/472751/yuri-yakovlev/ Yuri Yakovlev]. Yuri's name can also be found as graffiti.<br />
*The "Tanglewood" graffiti refers to [[Tanglewood Games]], a studio assisting with development.<br />
*The "TEA BOYS" graffiti is a reference to [[The Eccentric Ape]], another studio assisting with development.<br />
*[[Andrei and Son Hand-Crafted Wallets]] is a factory in Louisville, named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1119964/andrei-topilin/ Andrei Topilin]. Andrei's name is also found as graffiti. <br />
*The clothing store [[Sasha Sashay]] in Louisivlle, is a reference to the Lead QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea].<br />
*The graffiti "Yana Yana" is referring to QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248498/yana-marszalkowska-duncan/ Yana]<br />
*Some areas have "Kirrus" spray-painted on the walls. This graffiti is referencing [[User:Kirrus|Kirrus]], the system administrator.<br />
*The TV channel [[TURBO]] is a reference to [[Kees Bekkema|TurboTuTone]], a developer and former mod author for the game. Turbo's name can also be found in the form of graffiti.<br />
*The "Xeonyx" graffiti is referring to [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248468/jamie-magnuson/ Xeonyx], a developer and former mod author. Best known for their map mod, Slocan Lake.<br />
*The "EZ Pickins" graffiti is referencing Tim Baker, also known as [[Easy Pickins]].<br />
*There are several references to The Forgotten Element, a point and click game that developers [[Chris Simpson]] and [[Andy Hodgetts]] had worked on prior to Project Zomboid.<br />
**The Forgotten Element film that had just released to theaters prior to the outbreak.<br />
**The cover-girl on the [[magazine]] sprite is a reference to Mia, the main protagonist of Forgotten Element.<br />
**The [[Seahorse Coffee]] chain is likely a reference to Seahorse Island, the setting for the game.<br />
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==Community==<br />
[[File:Twiggy's Bar External.png|300px|thumb|right|Various members of the community are referenced in the game, such as [[Twiggy's]] in [[West Point]], a bar named after former YouTuber and streamer "sirtwiggy"]]<br />
*[[Twiggy's]] is a bar located in West Point, the bar is named after sirtwiggy, former Project Zomboid YouTuber and streamer. Twiggy is also one of the callers on [[KnoxTalk Radio]].<br />
*[[KPK Consulting Business Investments]] in Louisville, references KPKPlays, a friend of TIS.<br />
*[[Hair O Genesis]] is a chain of barber shops that have several locations in Knox Country, the chain is named after Ontogenesis, a friend of TIS.<br />
*A car dealership [[Nolan's Used Cars]], located in [[Dixie Mobile Park]], references nolanritchie, a modder behind several popular mods, one of which being the Driving Cars Mod.<br />
*In the woods outside of Muldraugh, you can find [[Ben's Cabin]], the name is referencing a forum user known as haze1434 and it being their base right before the birth of his child. Haze had to leave to go to the hospital because his wife was about to give birth. Their child was named Ben and the cabin was named after them as a way of commemorating this event.<br />
*The in-game show ''Moderators'', is a reference to an actual event, when someone on the moderation team tried to ban a user from The Indie Stone Forums, but accidentally made them an admin instead. Whoops!<br />
*The advertisement for [[Incontileve]], a fictional brand of bladder control medication, has Dr Cox as the spokesperson for the ad. The doctor's name is a reference to the mod author, Dr_Cox1911.<br />
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==Miscellaneous==<br />
*Sometimes you can find houses with containers filled with [[Toilet Paper|toilet paper]]. This is a reference to global supply shortages during the [[Wikipedia:COVID-19|COVID-19]] pandemic, with toilet paper being one of the main items suffering shortages due to panic buying.<br />
*A window shop in Louisville named [[Window (business)|Window]] is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]], a series of operating systems developed by [[Wikipedia:Microsoft|Microsoft]].<br />
*One of the variants of [[Walkie Talkie|walkie talkie]] is called 'Toys-R-Mine Walkie Talkie' The manufacturer's name is a reference to the toy retailer [[Wikipedia:Toys "R" Us|Toys "R" Us]].<br />
*The clothing store chain [[Hugo Plush]] is likely referencing the luxury retailer [[Wikipedia:Hugo Boss|Hugo Boss]].<br />
*The [[Art Gallery of Louisville]] contains various recreations of real life artwork.<br />
**A recreation of the 1893 piece [[Wikipedia:The Scream (painting)|The Scream]] by Norwegian artist [[Wikipedia:Edvard Munch|Edvard Munch]].<br />
**The 1862 piece [[Wikipedia:Stańczyk (painting)|Stańczyk]] by Polish artist [[Wikipedia:Jan Matejko|Jan Matejko]].<br />
**Several paintings by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Vincent van Gogh|Vincent van Gogh]], such as [[Wikipedia:Sunflowers (Van Gogh series)|Sunflowers]], [[Wikipedia:Van Gogh self-portrait (1889)|one of his self-portraits]] and his most iconic painting, [[Wikipedia:The Starry Night|The Starry Night]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Girl with a Pearl Earring|Girl with a Pearl Earring]] by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Johannes Vermeer|Johannes Vermeer]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Wanderer above the Sea of Fog|Wanderer above the Sea of Fog]] by German artist [[Wikipedia:Caspar David Friedrich|Caspar David Friedrich]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:The Son of Man|The Son of Man]] by Belgian artist [[Wikipedia:René Magritte|René Magritte]].<br />
**"Lily's Waterpond Painting" is referencing a 1916 art-piece in a massive series of paintings titled [[Wikipedia:Water Lilies (Monet series)|Water Lilies]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Claude Monet|Claude Monet]].<br />
**"Chromatic Accident" could be referencing American artist [[Wikipedia:Jackson Pollock|Jackson Pollock]], famous for his [[Wikipedia:Abstract expressionism|abstract expressionist]] art pieces.<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Saturn Devouring His Son|Satan Devouring His Son]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Francisco Goya|Francisco Goya]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Rokeby Venus|Rokeby Venus]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Diego Velázquez|Diego Velázquez]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Washington Crossing the Delaware (1851 paintings)|Washington Crossing the Delaware]] by German-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Emanuel Leutze|Emanuel Leutze]].<br />
**The "Riverside Painting" could be referencing the [[Wikipedia:The Oxbow|The Oxbow]] by English-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Thomas Cole|Thomas Cole]].<br />
**The "Sir Brakefire Painting" could be referencing Portrait of a Bearded Man in Black Beret (1654) by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Rembrandt|Rembrandt]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Michelangelo|Michelangelo]]'s [[Wikipedia:David (Michelangelo)|Statue of David]].<br />
**The "Female Statue" could be inspired by various statues depicting the biblical figure [[Wikipedia:Rebecca|Rebecca]].<br />
**A [[toilet]] referencing [[Wikipedia:Fountain (Duchamp)|Fountain]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Marcel Duchamp|Marcel Duchamp]], an infamous art-piece where the sculpture was just a porcelain urinal.<br />
**A [[bed]] referencing another controversial art piece, [[Wikipedia:My Bed|My Bed]] by English artist [[Wikipedia:Tracey Emin|Tracey Emin]].<br />
*There's another art gallery next-door that has the "Layout 1", "Configuration 2", "Configuration No. 10" paintings, referencing Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Piet Mondrian|Piet Mondrian]].<br />
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==Project Zomboid references in other media==<br />
[[File:MCPZ.gif|thumb|Project Zomboid mentioned in Minecraft.]]<br />
*Sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]] references Zomboid in the main menu. Occasionally there's a splash text saying "Also try Project Zomboid!"<br />
*Survival game, [[Wikipedia:NEO Scavenger|NEO Scavenger]] also occasionally references Zomboid in it's main menu.<br />
*Project Zomboid's mascot [[Spiffo]], can be found in the form of a rare plush item in 2D sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]]. The plush acts as a pet summon item, allowing you to summon Spiffo to join you on your adventures.<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
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Romero Center for the Performing Arts.png|Romero Center for the Performing Arts is a theater in Louisville, referencing film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]].<br />
Crossroads mall.png|The Crossroads Mall in Valley Station, referencing the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
Bateman Office Building.png|Bateman Office Building in Louisville, referencing the fictional character [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]].<br />
Window.png|Window is a store in Louisville. The name and logo referencing [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]].<br />
The Ecstasy of Gold goldbars 224220d22c974a2ad051a6457b5a2d27.jpg|The Ecstasy of Gold treasure can be accessed by using a [[sledgehammer]] to destroy a mausoleum wall in front of it.<br />
Nolan's logo.png|Advertisement sign outside of Nolan's Used Cars, the dealership is named after mod author, nolanritchie.<br />
Lunchbox 02 Model.png|The pink lunchbox featuring one of the writers, Will Porter.<br />
JarLid Remoulade Model.png|Remoulade model with the "RJ" on it, refercing Romain "RJ" Dron.<br />
Chainsaw Model.png|Chainsaw model with "PORTER" on it, referencing Will Porter.<br />
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[[File:Spiffo in Terraria.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Spiffo]] enjoying the bloodshed in [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]].]]<br />
During your time exploring [[Knox Country]], various '''Easter eggs''' can be found throughout the area, referencing other games, media, developers etc. Many of these references are in the form of business names, graffiti, items, etc.<br />
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==Pop-culture==<br />
[[File:Goodman Exterior.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Goodman Legal Services]] in [[Louisville]] is a reference to Saul Goodman, a character in TV Series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].]]<br />
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*[[Romero Center for the Performing Arts]] is a theater in [[Louisville]]. The theater's name is a reference to film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]]. Romero invented the modern zombie with his debut film [[Wikipedia:Night of the Living Dead|Night of the Living Dead]].<br />
*[[Brooks Public Library of Louisville]] could be a reference to the author [[Wikipedia:Max Brooks|Max Brooks]]. Brooks' most famous novels are [[Wikipedia:The Zombie Survival Guide|The Zombie Survival Guide]] and [[Wikipedia:World War Z|World War Z]].<br />
*The [[Crossroads Mall]] in [[Valley Station]] is a reference to the mall of the same name in the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
*[[Goodman Legal Services]] is a law firm in Louisville, the name is a reference to Saul Goodman, a lawyer in the TV series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and the spin-off series [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].<br />
*[[A-1 Laundry]] are a chain of laundromats that are located in Louisville. The name is a reference to A1A Car Wash, a fictional car wash in Breaking Bad.<br />
*It can be possible to encounter a zombie wearing a [[Hockey Mask]] and with a [[Machete]] on their back. This is a reference to the immortal slasher [[Wikipedia:Jason Voorhees|Jason Voorhees]] from the [[Wikipedia:Friday the 13th (franchise)|Friday the 13th]] film franchise.<br />
*In a cemetery in Louisville, there is pallet of gold, hidden in a mausoleum. The pallet is called "[[The Ecstacy of Gold]]" (typo in-game) The pallet's name comes from two songs. The first is a reference to [[Wikipedia:The Ecstasy of Gold|a song of the same name]], The Ecstasy of Gold, used in the 1966 western film, [[Wikipedia:The Good, the Bad and the Ugly|The Good, the Bad and the Ugly]]. The song is used in a scene where one of the main characters is desperately searching for a hidden cache of gold coins in a graveyard. The second song is by Metallica, called The Ecsta'''C'''y of Gold, also misspelled with two c's.<br />
*[[Back To The Nurture Chiropractic Services]] is a chain of chiropractic offices with locations in Louisville and [[Riverside]]. The business name is likely a reference to the [[Wikipedia:Back to the Future (franchise)|Back to the Future]] film trilogy.<br />
*[[Bateman Office Building]] in downtown Louisville is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]], villain protagonist of the [[Wikipedia:American Psycho|American Psycho novel]] and [[Wikipedia:American Psycho (film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*The [[Shaken and Stirred]] bar is a reference [[Wikipedia:Shaken, not stirred|to a similar catchphrase]] from the [[Wikipedia:James Bond|James Bond]] franchise.<br />
*A [[CD]] called 'Raps for Christ' is likely a reference to a christian hip hop song and internet meme known as [[Wikipedia:Rappin' for Jesus|Rappin' for Jesus]].<br />
*The 28th day is the default day in which the zombie population reaches it's peak. This could be referencing the film, [[Wikipedia:28 Days Later|28 Days Later]] and sequel [[Wikipedia:28 Weeks Later|28 Weeks Later]].<br />
*On the channel [[Life and Living]], there is a program called Exposure Survival. The shows host is named Dean. This is a reference to the game designer [[Wikipedia:Dean Hall (game designer)|Dean Hall]]. Hall's most famous work being the zombie survival game, [[Wikipedia:DayZ (video game)|DayZ]].<br />
*[https://map.projectzomboid.com/#8931x10315 In the woods outside of Muldraugh and Rosewood], a message made out of dirt paths can be found. The message is a love heart with the name Brian. This is a reference to Brian Hicks, creative director of DayZ.<br />
*The name of the ice cream parlor chain [[Churn R Us]], is a reference to Chernarus, a fictional Eastern European country in [[Wikipedia:Arma 2|Arma 2]] and DayZ. <br />
*The challenge mode '[[A Really CD DA]]' is a reference to the survival game, [[Wikipedia:Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead|Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead]].<br />
===Film Parodies===<br />
*The [[VHS]] film "Ace Pilot" is a parody of the action film, [[Wikipedia:Top Gun|Top Gun]].<br />
*"CyberKiller 2" is a parody of the science fiction action film, [[Wikipedia:Terminator 2: Judgment Day|Terminator 2: Judgment Day]].<br />
*"Pleistocene Land" is a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Jurassic Park (film)|Jurassic Park]].<br />
*"Slow Descent" is likely a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Stalker (1979 film)|Stalker]].<br />
*"Train Bomb" is likely a parody of the action film [[Wikipedia:Speed (1994 film)|Speed]].<br />
*"Man On the Run" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:The Fugitive (1993 film)|The Fugitive]].<br />
*"Breaking Point" is likely a parody of the thriller film [[Wikipedia:Falling Down|Falling Down]].<br />
*"Dead Wrong" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:Dirty Harry|Dirty Harry]].<br />
*"Dime Diamonds" is a parody of the neo-noir crime film [[Wikipedia:Reservoir Dogs|Reservoir Dogs]].<br />
*"All Over Again" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Groundhog Day (film)|Groundhog Day]].<br />
*"Home Invaders 2" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Home Alone 2: Lost in New York|Home Alone 2: Lost in New York]].<br />
*"Fred and Ali's Radical Journey" is a parody of the science-fiction comedy film [[Wikipedia:Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure|Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure]].<br />
*"Tired in Toronto" is a parody of the romantic-comedy film [[Wikipedia:Sleepless in Seattle|Sleepless in Seattle]].<br />
*"Tangier" is a parody of the romantic-drama film [[Wikipedia:Casablanca (film)|Casablanca]].<br />
*"Mother's Boy" is a reference to the 1960 slasher film, [[Wikipedia:Psycho (1960 film)|Psycho]]. The [[Waites Motel]] in [[Muldraugh]], could be a reference to the Bates Motel, a fictional motel in the film.<br />
*"The Crying of the Foxes" is a parody of the horror novel [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(novel)|The Silence of the Lambs]] and it's [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(film)|film adaptation]].<br />
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==The Indie Stone==<br />
[[File:Sunstar Graffiti.png|300px|thumb|right|Some of the [[graffiti]] in Knox Country references various developers.]]<br />
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*A construction site in Muldraugh is owned by [[T.I.S. Construction]], referencing [[The Indie Stone]], the developer studio behind Project Zomboid.<br />
*[[Spiffo]], the game's adorable mascot was a character from [[PAWS]], an unreleased fighting game that Indie Stone were previously working on.<br />
*In several areas of Knox Country, you can find "NasKo" spray-painted on a wall, this is a reference to the Community Manager, [[User:NasKo|NasKo]].<br />
*Some areas also have "RingoD" spray-painted on the wall. The graffiti is referencing former modder, turned developer, [[Paul Ring]].<br />
*[[Enigma Books]] is a chain of book stores with locations in [[West Point]] and Riverside, referencing the Support & Operations Manager, [[EnigmaGrey]].<br />
*The hardware store chain [[Zac's Hardware]] in Louisville, refers to developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo].<br />
*A cafe in Louisville, [[Cafe d'Eris]] is a reference to [https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993046686 Eris], a former modder, turned developer.<br />
*[[The Blue Fox]], a restauraunt in Louisville, references developer [[Fox Chaotica]].<br />
*One of the [[Lunchbox]] variants has the face of [[Will Porter]] surrounded by love hearts. Porter is one of the game's writers.<br />
*[[A.A. Ron Hunting Supply]] is also a reference to Will's son. The business name is also likely a reference to the comedy duo [[Wikipedia:Key & Peele|Key & Peele]]'s substitute teacher sketch.<br />
*T-shirts can spawn in some rare variants, having references to various The Indie Stone developers<br />
**A t-shirt with [[The Indie Stone]] logo can spawn.<br />
**A rare variant of the [[T-Shirt]] has the face of one of the developers, [[Romain Dron]].<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the bird logo of [[User:Aiteron|Aiteron]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the wolf logo of [[Fenris Wolf]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
*[[R. Johnson Office Building]] in Louisville, references Robert Johnson/RJ, an alias used by Dron.<br />
*[[Romuald Dron Memorial Park]] was dedicated to the brother of RJ, who has sadly passed away. The park is located in Louisville.<br />
*A nightclub in Louisville, [[Beever's]] references [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever], one of the composers behind much of the soundtrack.<br />
*[[Aitor Wire Company]], a factory in Louisville, references developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248483/aitor-garca-de-la-cruz/ Aitor Garca de la Cruz].<br />
*A clothing store in Louisville, [[Yuri Design]], is named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/472751/yuri-yakovlev/ Yuri Yakovlev]. Yuri's name can also be found as graffiti.<br />
*The "Tanglewood" graffiti refers to [[Tanglewood Games]], a studio assisting with development.<br />
*The "TEA BOYS" graffiti is a reference to [[The Eccentric Ape]], another studio assisting with development.<br />
*[[Andrei and Son Hand-Crafted Wallets]] is a factory in Louisville, named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1119964/andrei-topilin/ Andrei Topilin]. Andrei's name is also found as graffiti. <br />
*The clothing store [[Sasha Sashay]] in Louisivlle, is a reference to the Lead QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea].<br />
*The graffiti "Yana Yana" is referring to QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248498/yana-marszalkowska-duncan/ Yana]<br />
*Some areas have "Kirrus" spray-painted on the walls. This graffiti is referencing [[User:Kirrus|Kirrus]], the system administrator.<br />
*The TV channel [[TURBO]] is a reference to [[Kees Bekkema|TurboTuTone]], a developer and former mod author for the game. Turbo's name can also be found in the form of graffiti.<br />
*The "Xeonyx" graffiti is referring to [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248468/jamie-magnuson/ Xeonyx], a developer and former mod author. Best known for their map mod, Slocan Lake.<br />
*The "EZ Pickins" graffiti is referencing Tim Baker, also known as [[Easy Pickins]].<br />
*There are several references to The Forgotten Element, a point and click game that developers [[Chris Simpson]] and [[Andy Hodgetts]] had worked on prior to Project Zomboid.<br />
**The Forgotten Element film that had just released to theaters prior to the outbreak.<br />
**The cover-girl on the [[magazine]] sprite is a reference to Mia, the main protagonist of Forgotten Element.<br />
**The [[Seahorse Coffee]] chain is likely a reference to Seahorse Island, the setting for the game.<br />
<br />
==Community==<br />
[[File:Twiggy's Bar External.png|300px|thumb|right|Various members of the community are referenced in the game, such as [[Twiggy's]] in [[West Point]], a bar named after former YouTuber and streamer "sirtwiggy"]]<br />
<br />
*[[Twiggy's]] is a bar located in West Point, the bar is named after sirtwiggy, former Project Zomboid YouTuber and streamer. Twiggy is also one of the callers on [[KnoxTalk Radio]].<br />
*[[KPK Consulting Business Investments]] in Louisville, references KPKPlays, a friend of TIS.<br />
*[[Hair O Genesis]] is a chain of barber shops that have several locations in Knox Country, the chain is named after Ontogenesis, a friend of TIS.<br />
*A car dealership [[Nolan's Used Cars]], located in [[Dixie Mobile Park]], references nolanritchie, a modder behind several popular mods, one of which being the Driving Cars Mod.<br />
*In the woods outside of Muldraugh, you can find [[Ben's Cabin]], the name is referencing a forum user known as haze1434 and it being their base right before the birth of his child. Haze had to leave to go to the hospital because his wife was about to give birth. Their child was named Ben and the cabin was named after them as a way of commemorating this event.<br />
*The in-game show ''Moderators'', is a reference to an actual event, when someone on the moderation team tried to ban a user from The Indie Stone Forums, but accidentally made them an admin instead. Whoops!<br />
*The advertisement for [[Incontileve]], a fictional brand of bladder control medication, has Dr Cox as the spokesperson for the ad. The doctor's name is a reference to the mod author, Dr_Cox1911.<br />
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==Miscellaneous==<br />
*Sometimes you can find houses with containers filled with [[Toilet Paper|toilet paper]]. This is a reference to global supply shortages during the [[Wikipedia:COVID-19|COVID-19]] pandemic, with toilet paper being one of the main items suffering shortages due to panic buying.<br />
*A window shop in Louisville named [[Window (business)|Window]] is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]], a series of operating systems developed by [[Wikipedia:Microsoft|Microsoft]].<br />
*One of the variants of [[Walkie Talkie|walkie talkie]] is called 'Toys-R-Mine Walkie Talkie' The manufacturer's name is a reference to the toy retailer [[Wikipedia:Toys "R" Us|Toys "R" Us]].<br />
*The clothing store chain [[Hugo Plush]] is likely referencing the luxury retailer [[Wikipedia:Hugo Boss|Hugo Boss]].<br />
*The [[Art Gallery of Louisville]] contains various recreations of real life artwork.<br />
**A recreation of the 1893 piece [[Wikipedia:The Scream (painting)|The Scream]] by Norwegian artist [[Wikipedia:Edvard Munch|Edvard Munch]].<br />
**The 1862 piece [[Wikipedia:Stańczyk (painting)|Stańczyk]] by Polish artist [[Wikipedia:Jan Matejko|Jan Matejko]].<br />
**Several paintings by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Vincent van Gogh|Vincent van Gogh]], such as [[Wikipedia:Sunflowers (Van Gogh series)|Sunflowers]], [[Wikipedia:Van Gogh self-portrait (1889)|one of his self-portraits]] and his most iconic painting, [[Wikipedia:The Starry Night|The Starry Night]]. <br />
**[[Wikipedia:Girl with a Pearl Earring|Girl with a Pearl Earring]] by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Johannes Vermeer|Johannes Vermeer]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Wanderer above the Sea of Fog|Wanderer above the Sea of Fog]] by German artist [[Wikipedia:Caspar David Friedrich|Caspar David Friedrich]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:The Son of Man|The Son of Man]] by Belgian artist [[Wikipedia:René Magritte|René Magritte]].<br />
**"Lily's Waterpond Painting" is referencing a 1916 art-piece in a massive series of paintings titled [[Wikipedia:Water Lilies (Monet series)|Water Lilies]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Claude Monet|Claude Monet]].<br />
**"Chromatic Accident" could be referencing American artist [[Wikipedia:Jackson Pollock|Jackson Pollock]], famous for his [[Wikipedia:Abstract expressionism|abstract expressionist]] art pieces.<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Saturn Devouring His Son|Satan Devouring His Son]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Francisco Goya|Francisco Goya]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Rokeby Venus|Rokeby Venus]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Diego Velázquez|Diego Velázquez]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Washington Crossing the Delaware (1851 paintings)|Washington Crossing the Delaware]] by German-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Emanuel Leutze|Emanuel Leutze]].<br />
**The "Riverside Painting" could be referencing the [[Wikipedia:The Oxbow|The Oxbow]] by English-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Thomas Cole|Thomas Cole]].<br />
**The "Sir Brakefire Painting" could be referencing Portrait of a Bearded Man in Black Beret (1654) by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Rembrandt|Rembrandt]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Michelangelo|Michelangelo]]'s [[Wikipedia:David (Michelangelo)|Statue of David]].<br />
**The "Female Statue" could be inspired by various statues depicting the biblical figure [[Wikipedia:Rebecca|Rebecca]]. <br />
**A [[toilet]] referencing [[Wikipedia:Fountain (Duchamp)|Fountain]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Marcel Duchamp|Marcel Duchamp]], an infamous art-piece where the sculpture was just a porcelain urinal.<br />
**A [[bed]] referencing another controversial art piece, [[Wikipedia:My Bed|My Bed]] by English artist [[Wikipedia:Tracey Emin|Tracey Emin]].<br />
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==Project Zomboid references in other media==<br />
[[File:MCPZ.gif|thumb|Project Zomboid mentioned in Minecraft.]]<br />
*Sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]] references Zomboid in the main menu. Occasionally there's a splash text saying "Also try Project Zomboid!"<br />
*Survival game, [[Wikipedia:NEO Scavenger|NEO Scavenger]] also occasionally references Zomboid in it's main menu.<br />
*Project Zomboid's mascot [[Spiffo]], can be found in the form of a rare plush item in 2D sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]]. The plush acts as a pet summon item, allowing you to summon Spiffo to join you on your adventures.<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
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Romero Center for the Performing Arts.png|Romero Center for the Performing Arts is a theater in Louisville, referencing film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]].<br />
Crossroads mall.png|The Crossroads Mall in Valley Station, referencing the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
Bateman Office Building.png|Bateman Office Building in Louisville, referencing the fictional character [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]].<br />
Window.png|Window is a store in Louisville. The name and logo referencing [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]].<br />
File:The Ecstasy of Gold goldbars 224220d22c974a2ad051a6457b5a2d27.jpg|The Ecstasy of Gold treasure can be accessed by using a [[Sledgehammer]] to destroy a mausoleum wall in-front of it.<br />
Nolan's logo.png|Advertisement sign outside of Nolan's Used Cars, the dealership is named after mod author, nolanritchie.<br />
Lunchbox 02 Model.png|The pink lunchbox featuring one of the writers, Will Porter.<br />
JarLid Remoulade Model.png|Remoulade model with the "RJ" on it, refercing Romain "RJ" Dron.<br />
Chainsaw Model.png|Chainsaw model with "PORTER" on it, referencing Will Porter.<br />
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{{Infobox business<br />
| name = Romuald Dron Memorial Park<br />
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| location = [[Louisville]]<br />
| coordinates = 13855x1873<br />
| reference = [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248501/romuald-dron/ Romuald Dron]<br />
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'''Romuald Dron Memorial Park''' is a small park located exclusively in [[Louisville]] <br />
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==Location==<br />
The park is found to the East of the nearby music festival, which also be part of Romuald Dron Memorial Park.<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
<gallery><br />
Romuald Dron Memorial Park Sign.png|The sign in the park.<br />
Louisville music festival 1993 logo.png|Louisville music festival 1993 banner, happening near the park.<br />
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==Trivia==<br />
*The park is named after [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248501/romuald-dron/ Romuald Dron] who had passed away in 2017, a brother of [[Romaine 'RJ' Dron]], a developer of Project Zomboid.<ref>"Project Zomboid is now dedicated to the memory of Romuald Dron – RJ’s brother – who sadly passed away in recent weeks." [[zomboidweb:blog/news/2017/07/cussdoid/|Cussdoid - Project Zomboid]]</ref><br />
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==See also==<br />
*[[Louisville Central Park]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Category:Louisville]]</div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=Tanglewood_Games&diff=209235Tanglewood Games2024-01-26T14:57:54Z<p>LethalCitizen: </p>
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<div>{{Header/sandbox2|The Indie Stone}}<br />
{{Infobox company<br />
| name_colour = Community<br />
| name_text_colour = Community<br />
| name = Tanglewood Games<br />
| logo = Tanglewood Games Logo.png<br />
| logo_size = 200px<br />
| logo_caption = Tanglewood Games current logo<br />
| type = Private<br />
| industry = Video games<br />
|founders = [https://www.mobygames.com/person/301303/christopher-wood/ Chris Wood]<br>[https://www.mobygames.com/person/496698/terence-burns/ Terence Burns]<br />
| website = [https://www.tanglewoodgames.com/ tanglewoodgames.com]<br />
}}<br />
'''Tanglewood Games''' are a game development studio based out of England. The studio had previously assisted with the development of [[Project Zomboid]]. Tanglewood's team of developers working on the game were recent graduate coders, part of a program that provides a job and experience for newcomers in the video game development industry. Tanglewood Games has also assisted in the development of other games, such as role-playing game [[wikipedia:Hogwarts Legacy|Hogwarts Legacy]], battle royale game [[wikipedia:Fortnite|Fortnite]] and many others.<br />
==Members==<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/301303/christopher-wood/ Chris Wood] - Founding Member<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248483/aitor-garca-de-la-cruz/ Aitor García de la Cruz] - Junior Programmer<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248482/casey-jo-kenny/ Casey-Jo Kenny] - Junior Programmer<br />
*[[Fox Chaotica]] - Joiner Programmer (Joined [[The Indie Stone]])<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248486/sam-spawton/ Sam Spawtom] - Junior Programmer<br />
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==See also==<br />
*[[The Indie Stone]]</div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=The_Indie_Stone&diff=209233The Indie Stone2024-01-26T14:51:39Z<p>LethalCitizen: </p>
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<div>{{Header/sandbox2|The Indie Stone}}<br />
{{Infobox company<br />
| name_colour = Community<br />
| name_text_colour = Community<br />
| name = The Indie Stone<br />
| logo = TIS_logo.png<br />
| logo_size = 200px<br />
| logo_caption = The Indie Stone current logo (2018)<br />
| type = Private<br />
| industry = Video games<br />
| founded = 2009 (incorporated 2013)<br />
| founders = [[Chris Simpson]]<br>[[Andy Hodgetts]]<br>[[Marina Siu-Chong]]<br>[[Will Porter]]<br />
| products = [[Project Zomboid]]<br />
| website = [https://theindiestone.com/ theindiestone.com]<br />
}}<br />
'''The Indie Stone'''{{#tag: ref| [https://projectzomboid.com/blog/about-us/ Project Zomboid - About Us]. Retrieved 11th May 2018.}}&nbsp;is a small independent developer responsible for the creation of [[Project Zomboid]]. [[Chris Simpson|Chris "Lemmy" Simpson]], [[Andy Hodgetts|Andy "Binky" Hodgetts]] and [[Marina Siu-Chong|Marina "MashPotato" Siu-Chong]] established The Indie Stone in 2009, later joined by [[Nick Cowen|Nick "Nickenstein" Cowen]] in 2011. The company first began working together on small projects in their spare time, developing mods for The Sims 3 and Civilization 5, most notably the Indie Stone Story Progression Mod for The Sims 3.{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20090729233439/http://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=356632 Indie Stone Story Progression Mod] modthesims. 18th Jul 2009. Archived from [http://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=356632 the original] 11 May 2018.}} ''Project Zomboid'' is The Indie Stone's first commercially released game.{{#tag:ref | [http://www.indiedb.com/company/the-indie-stone "Games released by The Indie Stone on their IndieDB profile"]. Indiedb.com. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}} The studio has recruited more members over the years, especially following the release of [[build 41]].<br />
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The Indie Stone has also enlisted the help of [[Formosa Interactive]], [[General Arcade]], [[The Eccentric Ape]] and previously [[Tanglewood Games]] to assist with development of the game.<br />
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==Members==<br />
<div style="column-count: 2; -moz-column-count: 2; -webkit-column-count: 2;"><br />
*[[Andy Hodgetts]] - Founding Member, Artist & Designer<br />
*[[Chris Simpson]] - Founding Member & Programmer<br />
*[[Marina Siu-Chong]] - Founding Member & Artist<br />
*[[Will Porter]] - Founding Member, Writer & Creative Director<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248471/patrick-brennan/ Pat Bren] - Writer<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/214092/martin-greenall/ Martin Greenall] - Art & Animation<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/141489/mark-wright/ Mark Wright] - Art<br />
*[[Paul Ring]] - Map Design & Scripter<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248468/jamie-magnuson/ Xeonyx] - Map Design<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248469/ayrton-orio/ Ayrton Orio] - Map Design<br />
*[[Romain Dron|Romain "RJ" Dron]] - Coder<br />
*[[Tim Baker|EasyPickins]] - Programmer<br />
*[[Kees Bekkema|TurboTuTone]] - Coder<br />
*[[Fox Chaotica]] - Coder<br />
*[[User:Aiteron|Aiteron]] - Coder<br />
*[[Planetalgol]] - Coder<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248504/soul-filcher/ Soul Filcher] - Coder<br />
*[[Fenris Wolf]] - Coder<br />
*[[Eris]] - Coder<br />
*[[ProfMobius]] - Coder<br />
*[[User:NasKo|NasKo]] - Community Manager<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1183153/jake-snow/ EnigmaGrey] - Operations Manager<br />
*[[User:Kirrus|Kirrus]] - Systems Admin<br />
*[[User:Vaileasys|Vaileasys]] - PZwiki Admin<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea] - Lead QA<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248498/yana-marszalkowska-duncan/ Yana (Spiffo)] - QA & Moderator<br />
*[[User:Beard|Beard]] - Tech Support<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/620257/amy-young/ Amz] - Videographer<br />
*[[User:Blindcoder|Blindcoder]] - [https://map.projectzomboid.com/ Manager of PZ Interactive Map Project]<br />
*[[MadDan]] - Moderator<br />
*[[LeonKiel]] - Moderator<br />
*[https://pzwiki.net/wiki/File:TIS_Team_Photo_2.png The guy outside the pub] - Honorary Member<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/669049/connall-lindsay/ Connall] - Coder (former)<br />
*[[Nick Cowen]] (former)<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248488/drake-barron/ Rathlord] - Tech Support & Server Runner (former)<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever] - Composer (former)<br />
*<br />
</div><br />
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==Problems==<br />
The Indie Stone have been notably plagued with problems while creating ''Project Zomboid''.{{#tag:ref| [http://kotaku.com/5813826/game-developers-who-dont-hate-piracy-get-screwed-by-piracy "Game Developers Who Don't Hate Piracy Get Screwed By… Piracy"]. ''Kotaku''. 20 June 2011. 15 May 2013.}}<br />
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===Funds frozen by PayPal and Google Checkout===<br />
After The Indie Stone's PayPal account was 'limited' briefly, before the decision was ultimately reversed, the team became "wary" of PayPal and opened a Google Checkout account, which proved to be a much more popular purchase method than PayPal. In April 2011, a month after the account was opened, Google Checkout took issue with The Indie Stone selling "donations," blocking new transactions and removing access to the funds in the account, which comprised 80% of their income to date. Asking Google Checkout for clarification, the team received only an irrelevant stock reply.{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20130405070335/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/04/warning-how-google-checkout-screwed-project-zomboid Google Checkout Woes]. ''Project Zomboid''. 25 April 2011. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/04/warning-how-google-checkout-screwed-project-zomboid the original] on 2013-04-05.}}{{#tag:ref| Walker, John (2011-04-26). [http://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2011/04/26/google-can-indie-stone-have-their-money Google, Can Indie Stone Have Their Money?]. ''Rock Paper Shotgun''. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}} A day later, The Indie Stone were contacted by someone from Google Checkout stating that their funds would be available "soon" and clarifying that Google Checkout offered a "pay what you like" feature.{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20111218223133/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/04/happy-days Happy Days!] ''Project Zomboid''. 26 April 2011. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/04/happy-days/ the original] on 2011-12-18.}}<br />
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In May 2011,{{#tag:ref| Good, Owen (9 October 2011). [http://kotaku.com/5848062/frozen-account-further-sours-PayPals-terrible-reputation-with-indie-devs Frozen Account Further Sours PayPal’s Terrible Reputation with Indie Devs]. ''Kotaku''. Retrieved 15 May 2013.}} PayPal placed their account "in a permanent limitation" with a held balance of £4,454.47.{{#tag:ref| Simpson, Chris (2011-05-23). [http://theindiestone.com/community/viewtopic.php?f=20&t=626 ":("] ''the Indie Stone Community Forums''. Theindiestone.com. Archived from [https://web.archive.org/web/20111012061747/http://theindiestone.com/community/viewtopic.php?f=20&t=626 the original] on 2011-10-12. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}} Developers Chris Simpson and Andy Hodgetts later explained how they "didn't pay close attention to terms and conditions in PayPal or Google Checkout," and that "the problem was selling a product that didn't currently exist," leading The Indie Stone to instead sell "the world's worst games" with the ''Project Zomboid'' Alpha advertised as a free bonus.{{#tag:ref| Tom Senior (25 July 2011). . [http://www.pcgamer.com/2011/07/26/project-zomboids-eureka-moment-we-started-selling-the-worlds-worst-games "Project Zomboid's eureka moment: "we started selling the world's worst games"]. ''PC Gamer''. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}}<br />
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===Leak to public distribution===<br />
In June 2011, soon after the public release of ''Project Zomboid'' as a paid pre-alpha tech demo, the game was leaked, and unauthorized copies spread to many other websites. {{#tag:ref | Wesley Yin-Poole (20 June 2011). [http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-06-20-pirates-force-project-zomboid-offline "Pirates force Project Zomboid offline"]. ''Eurogamer''. Retrieved 21 August 2011.}} The unauthorized version of the game enabled downloading from the ''Project Zomboid'''s servers with the press of an 'update now' button, regardless of whether the user already had the latest version. In order to avoid paying for these downloads, The Indie Stone took the customer-only paid version offline,{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20130214071940/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/06/sorry-weve-had-to-take-the-game-down/ Sorry we’ve had to take the game down for the day]. 2011-06-18. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/06/sorry-weve-had-to-take-the-game-down/ the original] on 2013-02-14.}} and instead, released a free "public tech-demo" for download the next day.{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20120326120846/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/06/free-public-demo-released/ FREE PUBLIC TECH-DEMO RELEASED!]. 2011-06-19. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/06/free-public-demo-released/ the original] on 2012-03-26.}}<br />
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===Theft of developers' laptops with source code===<br />
On October 15, 2011, the flat of two developers of ''Project Zomboid'' was broken into. Two laptops were stolen from the flat, containing large amounts of the initial game code which had not been backed up externally for several months.{{#tag:ref |[https://web.archive.org/web/20130318154543/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/10/project-zomboid-burglary-statement Project Zomboid Burglary: Statement]. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/10/project-zomboid-burglary-statement the original] on 2013-03-18.}} This resulted in severe delays to the game development.{{#tag:ref |Good, Owen (16 October 2011). [http://kotaku.com/5850245/burglary-delivers-huge-setback-to-indie-game-project-zomboid "Burglary Delivers Huge Setback to Indie Game Project Zomboid"] ''Kotaku''. Retrieved 15 May 2013.}}{{#tag:ref| Conditt, Jessica (16 October 2011). [https://web.archive.org/web/20150131112005/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/16/the-indie-stone-is-burgled-loses-code-for-latest-project-zomboi/ The Indie Stone is burgled, loses code for latest Project Zomboid update]. ''Joystiq''. Archived from [http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/16/the-indie-stone-is-burgled-loses-code-for-latest-project-zomboi the original] on 2015-01-31. Retrieved 30 June 2013.}} Due to this setback, they gave a presentation at Rezzed entitled "How (not) to make a video game", going over some of the lessons they have learned since starting the project.{{#tag:ref |[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYgPI0qkdU4 Project Zomboid Rezzed Session - How NOT to make a game!]. ''YouTube''. 2012-07-10. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}}<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
<gallery><br />
TIS Team Photo 1.png|Group photo with several members of the team.<br />
TIS Team Photo 2.png|A more recent photo of several of the team members. (feat. The guy outside the pub)<br />
</gallery><br />
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==References==<br />
<references /><br />
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==External links==<br />
*[https://projectzomboid.com/ Official website]<br />
*[https://theindiestone.com/forums/ The Indie Stone forums]</div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=The_Indie_Stone&diff=209231The Indie Stone2024-01-26T14:13:09Z<p>LethalCitizen: Added a member I forgot</p>
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<div>{{Header/sandbox2|The Indie Stone}}<br />
{{Infobox company<br />
| name_colour = Community<br />
| name_text_colour = Community<br />
| name = The Indie Stone<br />
| logo = TIS_logo.png<br />
| logo_size = 200px<br />
| logo_caption = The Indie Stone current logo (2018)<br />
| type = Private<br />
| industry = Video games<br />
| founded = 2009 (incorporated 2013)<br />
| founders = [[Chris Simpson]]<br>[[Andy Hodgetts]]<br>[[Marina Siu-Chong]]<br>[[Will Porter]]<br />
| products = [[Project Zomboid]]<br />
| website = [https://theindiestone.com/ theindiestone.com]<br />
}}<br />
'''The Indie Stone'''{{#tag: ref| [https://projectzomboid.com/blog/about-us/ Project Zomboid - About Us]. Retrieved 11th May 2018.}}&nbsp;is a small independent developer responsible for the creation of [[Project Zomboid]]. [[Chris Simpson|Chris "Lemmy" Simpson]], [[Andy Hodgetts|Andy "Binky" Hodgetts]] and [[Marina Siu-Chong|Marina "MashPotato" Siu-Chong]] established The Indie Stone in 2009, later joined by [[Nick Cowen|Nick "Nickenstein" Cowen]] in 2011. The company first began working together on small projects in their spare time, developing mods for The Sims 3 and Civilization 5, most notably the Indie Stone Story Progression Mod for The Sims 3.{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20090729233439/http://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=356632 Indie Stone Story Progression Mod] modthesims. 18th Jul 2009. Archived from [http://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=356632 the original] 11 May 2018.}} ''Project Zomboid'' is The Indie Stone's first commercially released game.{{#tag:ref | [http://www.indiedb.com/company/the-indie-stone "Games released by The Indie Stone on their IndieDB profile"]. Indiedb.com. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}} The studio has recruited more members over the years, especially following the release of [[build 41]].<br />
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The Indie Stone has also enlisted the help of [[Formosa Interactive]], [[General Arcade]], [[Tanglewood Games]] and [[The Eccentric Ape]] to assist with development of the game.<br />
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==Members==<br />
<div style="column-count: 2; -moz-column-count: 2; -webkit-column-count: 2;"><br />
*[[Andy Hodgetts]] - Founding Member, Artist & Designer<br />
*[[Chris Simpson]] - Founding Member & Programmer<br />
*[[Marina Siu-Chong]] - Founding Member & Artist<br />
*[[Will Porter]] - Founding Member, Writer & Creative Director<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248471/patrick-brennan/ Pat Bren] - Writer<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever] - Composer<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/214092/martin-greenall/ Martin Greenall] - Art & Animation<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/141489/mark-wright/ Mark Wright] - Art<br />
*[[Paul Ring]] - Map Design & Scripter<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248468/jamie-magnuson/ Xeonyx] - Map Design<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248469/ayrton-orio/ Ayrton Orio] - Map Design<br />
*[[Romain Dron|Romain "RJ" Dron]] - Coder<br />
*[[Tim Baker|EasyPickins]] - Programmer<br />
*[[Kees Bekkema|TurboTuTone]] - Coder<br />
*[[Fox Chaotica]] - Coder<br />
*[[User:Aiteron|Aiteron]] - Coder<br />
*[[Planetalgol]] - Coder<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248504/soul-filcher/ Soul Filcher] - Coder<br />
*[[Fenris Wolf]] - Coder<br />
*[[Eris]] - Coder<br />
*[[ProfMobius]] - Coder<br />
*[[User:NasKo|NasKo]] - Community Manager<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1183153/jake-snow/ EnigmaGrey] - Operations Manager<br />
*[[User:Kirrus|Kirrus]] - Systems Admin<br />
*[[User:Vaileasys|Vaileasys]] - PZwiki Admin<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea] - Lead QA<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248498/yana-marszalkowska-duncan/ Yana (Spiffo)] - QA & Moderator<br />
*[[User:Beard|Beard]] - Tech Support<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248488/drake-barron/ Rathlord] - Tech Support & Server Runner (former)<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/620257/amy-young/ Amz] - Videographer<br />
*[[User:Blindcoder|Blindcoder]] - [https://map.projectzomboid.com/ Manager of PZ Interactive Map Project]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/669049/connall-lindsay/ Connall] - Coder (former)<br />
*[[MadDan]] - Moderator<br />
*[[LeonKiel]] - Moderator<br />
*The guy outside the pub - Honorary Member<br />
</div><br />
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<br />
==Problems==<br />
The Indie Stone have been notably plagued with problems while creating ''Project Zomboid''.{{#tag:ref| [http://kotaku.com/5813826/game-developers-who-dont-hate-piracy-get-screwed-by-piracy "Game Developers Who Don't Hate Piracy Get Screwed By… Piracy"]. ''Kotaku''. 20 June 2011. 15 May 2013.}}<br />
<br />
===Funds frozen by PayPal and Google Checkout===<br />
After The Indie Stone's PayPal account was 'limited' briefly, before the decision was ultimately reversed, the team became "wary" of PayPal and opened a Google Checkout account, which proved to be a much more popular purchase method than PayPal. In April 2011, a month after the account was opened, Google Checkout took issue with The Indie Stone selling "donations," blocking new transactions and removing access to the funds in the account, which comprised 80% of their income to date. Asking Google Checkout for clarification, the team received only an irrelevant stock reply.{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20130405070335/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/04/warning-how-google-checkout-screwed-project-zomboid Google Checkout Woes]. ''Project Zomboid''. 25 April 2011. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/04/warning-how-google-checkout-screwed-project-zomboid the original] on 2013-04-05.}}{{#tag:ref| Walker, John (2011-04-26). [http://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2011/04/26/google-can-indie-stone-have-their-money Google, Can Indie Stone Have Their Money?]. ''Rock Paper Shotgun''. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}} A day later, The Indie Stone were contacted by someone from Google Checkout stating that their funds would be available "soon" and clarifying that Google Checkout offered a "pay what you like" feature.{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20111218223133/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/04/happy-days Happy Days!] ''Project Zomboid''. 26 April 2011. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/04/happy-days/ the original] on 2011-12-18.}}<br />
<br />
In May 2011,{{#tag:ref| Good, Owen (9 October 2011). [http://kotaku.com/5848062/frozen-account-further-sours-PayPals-terrible-reputation-with-indie-devs Frozen Account Further Sours PayPal’s Terrible Reputation with Indie Devs]. ''Kotaku''. Retrieved 15 May 2013.}} PayPal placed their account "in a permanent limitation" with a held balance of £4,454.47.{{#tag:ref| Simpson, Chris (2011-05-23). [http://theindiestone.com/community/viewtopic.php?f=20&t=626 ":("] ''the Indie Stone Community Forums''. Theindiestone.com. Archived from [https://web.archive.org/web/20111012061747/http://theindiestone.com/community/viewtopic.php?f=20&t=626 the original] on 2011-10-12. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}} Developers Chris Simpson and Andy Hodgetts later explained how they "didn't pay close attention to terms and conditions in PayPal or Google Checkout," and that "the problem was selling a product that didn't currently exist," leading The Indie Stone to instead sell "the world's worst games" with the ''Project Zomboid'' Alpha advertised as a free bonus.{{#tag:ref| Tom Senior (25 July 2011). . [http://www.pcgamer.com/2011/07/26/project-zomboids-eureka-moment-we-started-selling-the-worlds-worst-games "Project Zomboid's eureka moment: "we started selling the world's worst games"]. ''PC Gamer''. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}}<br />
<br />
===Leak to public distribution===<br />
In June 2011, soon after the public release of ''Project Zomboid'' as a paid pre-alpha tech demo, the game was leaked, and unauthorized copies spread to many other websites. {{#tag:ref | Wesley Yin-Poole (20 June 2011). [http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-06-20-pirates-force-project-zomboid-offline "Pirates force Project Zomboid offline"]. ''Eurogamer''. Retrieved 21 August 2011.}} The unauthorized version of the game enabled downloading from the ''Project Zomboid'''s servers with the press of an 'update now' button, regardless of whether the user already had the latest version. In order to avoid paying for these downloads, The Indie Stone took the customer-only paid version offline,{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20130214071940/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/06/sorry-weve-had-to-take-the-game-down/ Sorry we’ve had to take the game down for the day]. 2011-06-18. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/06/sorry-weve-had-to-take-the-game-down/ the original] on 2013-02-14.}} and instead, released a free "public tech-demo" for download the next day.{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20120326120846/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/06/free-public-demo-released/ FREE PUBLIC TECH-DEMO RELEASED!]. 2011-06-19. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/06/free-public-demo-released/ the original] on 2012-03-26.}}<br />
<br />
===Theft of developers' laptops with source code===<br />
On October 15, 2011, the flat of two developers of ''Project Zomboid'' was broken into. Two laptops were stolen from the flat, containing large amounts of the initial game code which had not been backed up externally for several months.{{#tag:ref |[https://web.archive.org/web/20130318154543/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/10/project-zomboid-burglary-statement Project Zomboid Burglary: Statement]. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/10/project-zomboid-burglary-statement the original] on 2013-03-18.}} This resulted in severe delays to the game development.{{#tag:ref |Good, Owen (16 October 2011). [http://kotaku.com/5850245/burglary-delivers-huge-setback-to-indie-game-project-zomboid "Burglary Delivers Huge Setback to Indie Game Project Zomboid"] ''Kotaku''. Retrieved 15 May 2013.}}{{#tag:ref| Conditt, Jessica (16 October 2011). [https://web.archive.org/web/20150131112005/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/16/the-indie-stone-is-burgled-loses-code-for-latest-project-zomboi/ The Indie Stone is burgled, loses code for latest Project Zomboid update]. ''Joystiq''. Archived from [http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/16/the-indie-stone-is-burgled-loses-code-for-latest-project-zomboi the original] on 2015-01-31. Retrieved 30 June 2013.}} Due to this setback, they gave a presentation at Rezzed entitled "How (not) to make a video game", going over some of the lessons they have learned since starting the project.{{#tag:ref |[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYgPI0qkdU4 Project Zomboid Rezzed Session - How NOT to make a game!]. ''YouTube''. 2012-07-10. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}}<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
<gallery><br />
TIS Team Photo 1.png|Group photo with several members of the team.<br />
TIS Team Photo 2.png|A more recent photo of several of the team members. (feat. The guy outside the pub)<br />
</gallery><br />
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==References==<br />
<references /><br />
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==External links==<br />
*[https://projectzomboid.com/ Official website]<br />
*[https://theindiestone.com/forums/ The Indie Stone forums]</div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=The_Indie_Stone&diff=209197The Indie Stone2024-01-26T13:22:06Z<p>LethalCitizen: Added paragraph linking the subcontractors, Also added a gallery</p>
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<div>{{Header/sandbox2|The Indie Stone}}<br />
{{Infobox company<br />
| name_colour = Community<br />
| name_text_colour = Community<br />
| name = The Indie Stone<br />
| logo = TIS_logo.png<br />
| logo_size = 200px<br />
| logo_caption = The Indie Stone current logo (2018)<br />
| type = Private<br />
| industry = Video games<br />
| founded = 2009 (incorporated 2013)<br />
| founders = [[Chris Simpson]]<br>[[Andy Hodgetts]]<br>[[Marina Siu-Chong]]<br>[[Will Porter]]<br />
| products = [[Project Zomboid]]<br />
| website = [https://theindiestone.com/ theindiestone.com]<br />
}}<br />
'''The Indie Stone'''{{#tag: ref| [https://projectzomboid.com/blog/about-us/ Project Zomboid - About Us]. Retrieved 11th May 2018.}}&nbsp;is a small independent developer responsible for the creation of [[Project Zomboid]]. [[Chris Simpson|Chris "Lemmy" Simpson]], [[Andy Hodgetts|Andy "Binky" Hodgetts]] and [[Marina Siu-Chong|Marina "MashPotato" Siu-Chong]] established The Indie Stone in 2009, later joined by [[Nick Cowen|Nick "Nickenstein" Cowen]] in 2011. The company first began working together on small projects in their spare time, developing mods for The Sims 3 and Civilization 5, most notably the Indie Stone Story Progression Mod for The Sims 3.{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20090729233439/http://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=356632 Indie Stone Story Progression Mod] modthesims. 18th Jul 2009. Archived from [http://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=356632 the original] 11 May 2018.}} ''Project Zomboid'' is The Indie Stone's first commercially released game.{{#tag:ref | [http://www.indiedb.com/company/the-indie-stone "Games released by The Indie Stone on their IndieDB profile"]. Indiedb.com. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}} The studio has recruited more members over the years, especially following the release of [[build 41]].<br />
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The Indie Stone has also enlisted the help of [[Formosa Interactive]], [[General Arcade]], [[Tanglewood Games]] and [[The Eccentric Ape]] to assist with development of the game.<br />
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==Members==<br />
<div style="column-count: 2; -moz-column-count: 2; -webkit-column-count: 2;"><br />
*[[Andy Hodgetts]] - Founding Member, Artist & Designer<br />
*[[Chris Simpson]] - Founding Member & Programmer<br />
*[[Marina Siu-Chong]] - Founding Member & Artist<br />
*[[Will Porter]] - Founding Member, Writer & Creative Director<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248471/patrick-brennan/ Pat Bren] - Writer<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever] - Composer<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/214092/martin-greenall/ Martin Greenall] - Art & Animation<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/141489/mark-wright/ Mark Wright] - Art<br />
*[[Paul Ring]] - Map Design & Scripter<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248468/jamie-magnuson/ Xeonyx] - Map Design<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248469/ayrton-orio/ Ayrton Orio] - Map Design<br />
*[[Romain Dron|Romain "RJ" Dron]] - Coder<br />
*[[Tim Baker|EasyPickins]] - Programmer<br />
*[[Kees Bekkema|TurboTuTone]] - Coder<br />
*[[Fox Chaotica]] - Coder<br />
*[[User:Aiteron|Aiteron]] - Coder<br />
*[[Planetalgol]] - Coder<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248504/soul-filcher/ Soul Filcher] - Coder<br />
*[[Fenris Wolf]] - Coder<br />
*[[Eris]] - Coder<br />
*[[ProfMobius]] - Coder<br />
*[[User:NasKo|NasKo]] - Community Manager<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1183153/jake-snow/ EnigmaGrey] - Operations Manager<br />
*[[User:Kirrus|Kirrus]] - Systems Admin<br />
*[[User:Vaileasys|Vaileasys]] - PZwiki Admin<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea] - Lead QA<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248498/yana-marszalkowska-duncan/ Yana (Spiffo)] - QA & Moderator<br />
*[[User:Beard|Beard]] - Tech Support<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248488/drake-barron/ Rathlord] - Tech Support & Server Runner (former)<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/620257/amy-young/ Amz] - Videographer<br />
*[[User:Blindcoder|Blindcoder]] - [https://map.projectzomboid.com/ Manager of PZ Interactive Map Project]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/669049/connall-lindsay/ Connall] - Coder (former)<br />
*[[MadDan]] - Moderator<br />
*[[LeonKiel]] - Moderator<br />
</div><br />
<!--Most of this section was taken from wikipedia.org/wiki/Project_Zomboid on 11th May 2018--><br />
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==Problems==<br />
The Indie Stone have been notably plagued with problems while creating ''Project Zomboid''.{{#tag:ref| [http://kotaku.com/5813826/game-developers-who-dont-hate-piracy-get-screwed-by-piracy "Game Developers Who Don't Hate Piracy Get Screwed By… Piracy"]. ''Kotaku''. 20 June 2011. 15 May 2013.}}<br />
<br />
===Funds frozen by PayPal and Google Checkout===<br />
After The Indie Stone's PayPal account was 'limited' briefly, before the decision was ultimately reversed, the team became "wary" of PayPal and opened a Google Checkout account, which proved to be a much more popular purchase method than PayPal. In April 2011, a month after the account was opened, Google Checkout took issue with The Indie Stone selling "donations," blocking new transactions and removing access to the funds in the account, which comprised 80% of their income to date. Asking Google Checkout for clarification, the team received only an irrelevant stock reply.{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20130405070335/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/04/warning-how-google-checkout-screwed-project-zomboid Google Checkout Woes]. ''Project Zomboid''. 25 April 2011. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/04/warning-how-google-checkout-screwed-project-zomboid the original] on 2013-04-05.}}{{#tag:ref| Walker, John (2011-04-26). [http://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2011/04/26/google-can-indie-stone-have-their-money Google, Can Indie Stone Have Their Money?]. ''Rock Paper Shotgun''. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}} A day later, The Indie Stone were contacted by someone from Google Checkout stating that their funds would be available "soon" and clarifying that Google Checkout offered a "pay what you like" feature.{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20111218223133/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/04/happy-days Happy Days!] ''Project Zomboid''. 26 April 2011. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/04/happy-days/ the original] on 2011-12-18.}}<br />
<br />
In May 2011,{{#tag:ref| Good, Owen (9 October 2011). [http://kotaku.com/5848062/frozen-account-further-sours-PayPals-terrible-reputation-with-indie-devs Frozen Account Further Sours PayPal’s Terrible Reputation with Indie Devs]. ''Kotaku''. Retrieved 15 May 2013.}} PayPal placed their account "in a permanent limitation" with a held balance of £4,454.47.{{#tag:ref| Simpson, Chris (2011-05-23). [http://theindiestone.com/community/viewtopic.php?f=20&t=626 ":("] ''the Indie Stone Community Forums''. Theindiestone.com. Archived from [https://web.archive.org/web/20111012061747/http://theindiestone.com/community/viewtopic.php?f=20&t=626 the original] on 2011-10-12. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}} Developers Chris Simpson and Andy Hodgetts later explained how they "didn't pay close attention to terms and conditions in PayPal or Google Checkout," and that "the problem was selling a product that didn't currently exist," leading The Indie Stone to instead sell "the world's worst games" with the ''Project Zomboid'' Alpha advertised as a free bonus.{{#tag:ref| Tom Senior (25 July 2011). . [http://www.pcgamer.com/2011/07/26/project-zomboids-eureka-moment-we-started-selling-the-worlds-worst-games "Project Zomboid's eureka moment: "we started selling the world's worst games"]. ''PC Gamer''. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}}<br />
<br />
===Leak to public distribution===<br />
In June 2011, soon after the public release of ''Project Zomboid'' as a paid pre-alpha tech demo, the game was leaked, and unauthorized copies spread to many other websites. {{#tag:ref | Wesley Yin-Poole (20 June 2011). [http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-06-20-pirates-force-project-zomboid-offline "Pirates force Project Zomboid offline"]. ''Eurogamer''. Retrieved 21 August 2011.}} The unauthorized version of the game enabled downloading from the ''Project Zomboid'''s servers with the press of an 'update now' button, regardless of whether the user already had the latest version. In order to avoid paying for these downloads, The Indie Stone took the customer-only paid version offline,{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20130214071940/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/06/sorry-weve-had-to-take-the-game-down/ Sorry we’ve had to take the game down for the day]. 2011-06-18. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/06/sorry-weve-had-to-take-the-game-down/ the original] on 2013-02-14.}} and instead, released a free "public tech-demo" for download the next day.{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20120326120846/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/06/free-public-demo-released/ FREE PUBLIC TECH-DEMO RELEASED!]. 2011-06-19. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/06/free-public-demo-released/ the original] on 2012-03-26.}}<br />
<br />
===Theft of developers' laptops with source code===<br />
On October 15, 2011, the flat of two developers of ''Project Zomboid'' was broken into. Two laptops were stolen from the flat, containing large amounts of the initial game code which had not been backed up externally for several months.{{#tag:ref |[https://web.archive.org/web/20130318154543/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/10/project-zomboid-burglary-statement Project Zomboid Burglary: Statement]. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/10/project-zomboid-burglary-statement the original] on 2013-03-18.}} This resulted in severe delays to the game development.{{#tag:ref |Good, Owen (16 October 2011). [http://kotaku.com/5850245/burglary-delivers-huge-setback-to-indie-game-project-zomboid "Burglary Delivers Huge Setback to Indie Game Project Zomboid"] ''Kotaku''. Retrieved 15 May 2013.}}{{#tag:ref| Conditt, Jessica (16 October 2011). [https://web.archive.org/web/20150131112005/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/16/the-indie-stone-is-burgled-loses-code-for-latest-project-zomboi/ The Indie Stone is burgled, loses code for latest Project Zomboid update]. ''Joystiq''. Archived from [http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/16/the-indie-stone-is-burgled-loses-code-for-latest-project-zomboi the original] on 2015-01-31. Retrieved 30 June 2013.}} Due to this setback, they gave a presentation at Rezzed entitled "How (not) to make a video game", going over some of the lessons they have learned since starting the project.{{#tag:ref |[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYgPI0qkdU4 Project Zomboid Rezzed Session - How NOT to make a game!]. ''YouTube''. 2012-07-10. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}}<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
<gallery><br />
TIS Team Photo 1.png|Group photo with several members of the team.<br />
TIS Team Photo 2.png|A more recent photo of several of the team members. Also featuring a random drunk guy.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
==References==<br />
<references /><br />
<br />
==External links==<br />
*[https://projectzomboid.com/ Official website]<br />
*[https://theindiestone.com/forums/ The Indie Stone forums]</div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=File:TIS_Team_Photo_2.png&diff=209179File:TIS Team Photo 2.png2024-01-26T13:20:17Z<p>LethalCitizen: </p>
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<div></div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=Tanglewood_Games&diff=209109Tanglewood Games2024-01-26T13:09:44Z<p>LethalCitizen: Created page with "{{Header/sandbox2|The Indie Stone}} {{Infobox company | name_colour = Community | name_text_colour = Community | name = Tanglewood Games | logo = Tanglewood Games Logo.png | logo_size = 200px | logo_caption = Tanglewood Games current logo | type = Private | industry = Video games |founders = [https://www.mobygames.com/person/301303/christopher-wood/ Chris Wood]<br>[https://www.mobygames.com/person/496698/terence-burns/ Terence Burns] | website = [https://www.tanglewoodga..."</p>
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{{Infobox company<br />
| name_colour = Community<br />
| name_text_colour = Community<br />
| name = Tanglewood Games<br />
| logo = Tanglewood Games Logo.png<br />
| logo_size = 200px<br />
| logo_caption = Tanglewood Games current logo<br />
| type = Private<br />
| industry = Video games<br />
|founders = [https://www.mobygames.com/person/301303/christopher-wood/ Chris Wood]<br>[https://www.mobygames.com/person/496698/terence-burns/ Terence Burns]<br />
| website = [https://www.tanglewoodgames.com/ tanglewoodgames.com]<br />
}}<br />
'''Tanglewood Games''' are a game development studio based out of England. The studio had been hired to assist with the development of [[Project Zomboid]]. Tanglewood's team of developers working on the game are recent graduate coders, part of a program that provides a job and experience for newcomers in the video game development industry. Tanglewood Games has also assisted in the development of other games, such as role-playing game [[wikipedia:Hogwarts Legacy|Hogwarts Legacy]], battle royale game [[wikipedia:Fortnite|Fortnite]] and many others.<br />
==Members==<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248483/aitor-garca-de-la-cruz/ Aitor García de la Cruz]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248482/casey-jo-kenny/ Casey-Jo Kenny]<br />
*[[Fox Chaotica]]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248486/sam-spawton/ Sam Spawtom]<br />
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==See also==<br />
*[[The Indie Stone]]</div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=File:Tanglewood_Games_Logo.png&diff=209057File:Tanglewood Games Logo.png2024-01-26T12:42:08Z<p>LethalCitizen: LethalCitizen uploaded a new version of File:Tanglewood Games Logo.png</p>
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<div></div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=The_Eccentric_Ape&diff=209053The Eccentric Ape2024-01-26T12:38:53Z<p>LethalCitizen: Added temp link to new member, Nick</p>
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<div>{{Header/sandbox2|The Indie Stone}}<br />
{{Infobox company<br />
| name_colour = Community<br />
| name_text_colour = Community<br />
| name = The Eccentric Ape<br />
| logo = The Eccentric Ape Logo.png<br />
| logo_size = 250px<br />
| logo_caption = The Eccentric Ape current logo<br />
| type = Private<br />
| industry = Video games<br />
| founded = 2018<br />
| website = [https://linkedin.com/company/the-eccentric-ape/ Linkedin.com/company/the-eccentric-ape]<br />
}}<br />
'''The Eccentric Ape''' is a game development studio based out of Brisbane, Australia. The studio had been hired to assist with the development of [[Project Zomboid]]. Their work on overhauling the animations systems served as a major component of the [[Build 41]] update and also serves as the groundwork for future builds. The Eccentric Ape has also assisted with the development of other games such as real-time strategy game [[Wikipedia:Age of Empires IV|Age of Empires IV]], platform game [[Wikipedia:Sackboy: A Big Adventure|Sackboy: A Big Adventure]] and many others.<br />
==Members==<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/141469/mark-rowley/ Mark Rowley]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/991718/christopher-schnitzerling/ Christopher Schnitzerling] <br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/275528/grant-peters/ Grant Peters]<br />
*[https://projectzomboid.com/blog/news/2024/01/hmm-upgradez/ Nick]<br />
==See also==<br />
*[[The Indie Stone]]</div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=The_Eccentric_Ape&diff=209011The Eccentric Ape2024-01-26T11:07:48Z<p>LethalCitizen: Created page with "{{Header/sandbox2|The Indie Stone}} {{Infobox company | name_colour = Community | name_text_colour = Community | name = The Eccentric Ape | logo = The Eccentric Ape Logo.png | logo_size = 250px | logo_caption = The Eccentric Ape current logo | type = Private | industry = Video games | founded = 2018 | website = [https://linkedin.com/company/the-eccentric-ape/ Linkedin.com/company/the-eccentric-ape] }} '''The Eccentric Ape''' is a game development studio based out of Bris..."</p>
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{{Infobox company<br />
| name_colour = Community<br />
| name_text_colour = Community<br />
| name = The Eccentric Ape<br />
| logo = The Eccentric Ape Logo.png<br />
| logo_size = 250px<br />
| logo_caption = The Eccentric Ape current logo<br />
| type = Private<br />
| industry = Video games<br />
| founded = 2018<br />
| website = [https://linkedin.com/company/the-eccentric-ape/ Linkedin.com/company/the-eccentric-ape]<br />
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'''The Eccentric Ape''' is a game development studio based out of Brisbane, Australia. The studio had been hired to assist with the development of [[Project Zomboid]]. Their work on overhauling the animations systems served as a major component of the [[Build 41]] update and also serves as the groundwork for future builds. The Eccentric Ape has also assisted with the development of other games such as real-time strategy game [[Wikipedia:Age of Empires IV|Age of Empires IV]], platform game [[Wikipedia:Sackboy: A Big Adventure|Sackboy: A Big Adventure]] and many others.<br />
==Members==<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/141469/mark-rowley/ Mark Rowley]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/991718/christopher-schnitzerling/ Christopher Schnitzerling] <br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/275528/grant-peters/ Grant Peters]<br />
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==See also==<br />
*[[The Indie Stone]]</div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=File:The_Eccentric_Ape_Logo.png&diff=208997File:The Eccentric Ape Logo.png2024-01-26T10:31:10Z<p>LethalCitizen: </p>
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| founders = [https://www.mobygames.com/person/450714/byron-bullock/ Byron Bullock]<br>[https://www.mobygames.com/person/403372/david-philipp/ David Philipp]<br />
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'''Formosa Interactive (formerly Noiseworks)''' is a creative sound & music design company, providing audio design services for video games, films etc. The studio was hired in 2021 to completely overhaul [[Project Zomboid]]'s sound design and soundtrack. Formosa Interactive has also provided services to other companies such as [[Wikipedia:Electronic Arts|Electronic Arts]], [[Wikipedia:Microsoft|Microsoft]], [[Wikipedia:Sony|Sony]] and many others.<br />
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==Members==<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/450714/byron-bullock/ Byron Bullock] - Lead Sound Designer<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/960229/michael-klier/ Michael Klier] - Technical Sound Designer<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1133628/matteo-lupieri/ Matteo Lupieri] - Sound Designer<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1006266/thomas-de-deyn/ Thomas De Deyn] - Junior Sound Designer<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248470/lorenzo-piani/ Lorenzo Piani] - Junior Sound Designer<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/697368/armin-haas/ Armin Haas] - Interactive Music Composer<br />
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==Trivia==<br />
*The company working on sound design was previously known as Noiseworks, until the company had been acquired in 2022 and became part of Formosa Group's Interactive division.<br />
*Lead Writer [[Will Porter]] became friends with Byron Bullock during their time working on survival horror game, [[Wikipedia:Alien: Isolation|Alien: Isolation]]. Bullock went on to help co-found Noiseworks with David Philipp several years later.<br />
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==See also==<br />
*[[The Indie Stone]]</div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=File:Formosa_Interactive_Logo.png&diff=208967File:Formosa Interactive Logo.png2024-01-26T06:26:20Z<p>LethalCitizen: </p>
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[[File:Spiffo in Terraria.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Spiffo]] enjoying the bloodshed in [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]].]]<br />
During your time exploring [[Knox Country]], various '''Easter eggs''' can be found throughout the area, referencing other games, media, developers etc. Many of these references are in the form of business names, graffiti, items, etc.<br />
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==Pop-culture==<br />
[[File:Goodman Exterior.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Goodman Legal Services]] in [[Louisville]] is a reference to Saul Goodman, a character in TV Series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].]]<br />
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*[[Romero Center for the Performing Arts]] is a theater in [[Louisville]]. The theater's name is a reference to film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]]. Romero invented the modern zombie with his debut film [[Wikipedia:Night of the Living Dead|Night of the Living Dead]].<br />
*[[Brooks Public Library of Louisville]] could be a reference to the author [[Wikipedia:Max Brooks|Max Brooks]]. Brooks' most famous novels are [[Wikipedia:The Zombie Survival Guide|The Zombie Survival Guide]] and [[Wikipedia:World War Z|World War Z]].<br />
*The [[Crossroads Mall]] in [[Valley Station]] is a reference to the mall of the same name in the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
*[[Goodman Legal Services]] is a law firm in Louisville, the name is a reference to Saul Goodman, a lawyer in the TV series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and the spin-off series [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].<br />
*[[A-1 Laundry]] are a chain of laundromats that are located in Louisville. The name is a reference to A1A Car Wash, a fictional car wash in Breaking Bad.<br />
*It can be possible to encounter a zombie wearing a [[Hockey Mask]] and with a [[Machete]] on their back. This is a reference to the immortal slasher [[Wikipedia:Jason Voorhees|Jason Voorhees]] from the [[Wikipedia:Friday the 13th (franchise)|Friday the 13th]] film franchise.<br />
*In a cemetery in Louisville, there is pallet of gold, hidden in a mausoleum. The pallet is called "[[The ecstacy of gold]]" (typo in-game) The pallet's name comes from two songs. The first is a reference to [[Wikipedia:The Ecstasy of Gold|a song of the same name]], The Ecstasy of Gold, used in the 1966 western film, [[Wikipedia:The Good, the Bad and the Ugly|The Good, the Bad and the Ugly]]. The song is used in a scene where one of the main characters is desperately searching for a hidden cache of gold coins in a graveyard. The second song is by Metallica, called The Ecsta'''C'''y of Gold, also misspelled with two c's.<br />
*[[Back To The Nurture Chiropractic Services]] is a chain of chiropractic offices with locations in Louisville and [[Riverside]]. The business name is likely a reference to the [[Wikipedia:Back to the Future (franchise)|Back to the Future]] film trilogy.<br />
*[[Bateman Office Building]] in downtown Louisville is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]], villain protagonist of the [[Wikipedia:American Psycho|American Psycho novel]] and [[Wikipedia:American Psycho (film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*The [[Shaken and Stirred]] bar is a reference [[Wikipedia:Shaken, not stirred|to a similar catchphrase]] from the [[Wikipedia:James Bond|James Bond]] franchise.<br />
*A [[CD]] called 'Raps for Christ' is likely a reference to a christian hip hop song and internet meme known as [[Wikipedia:Rappin' for Jesus|Rappin' for Jesus]].<br />
*The 28th day is the default day in which the zombie population reaches it's peak. This could be referencing the film, [[Wikipedia:28 Days Later|28 Days Later]] and sequel [[Wikipedia:28 Weeks Later|28 Weeks Later]].<br />
*On the channel [[Life and Living]], there is a program called Exposure Survival. The shows host is named Dean. This is a reference to the game designer [[Wikipedia:Dean Hall (game designer)|Dean Hall]]. Hall's most famous work being the zombie survival game, [[Wikipedia:DayZ (video game)|DayZ]].<br />
*[https://map.projectzomboid.com/#8931x10315 In the woods outside of Muldraugh and Rosewood], a message made out of dirt paths can be found. The message is a love heart with the name Brian. This is a reference to Brian Hicks, creative director of DayZ.<br />
*The name of the ice cream parlor chain [[Churn R Us]], is a reference to Chernarus, a fictional Eastern European country in [[Wikipedia:Arma 2|Arma 2]] and DayZ. <br />
*The challenge mode '[[A Really CD DA]]' is a reference to the survival game, [[Wikipedia:Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead|Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead]].<br />
===Film Parodies===<br />
*The [[VHS]] film "Ace Pilot" is a parody of the action film, [[Wikipedia:Top Gun|Top Gun]].<br />
*"CyberKiller 2" is a parody of the science fiction action film, [[Wikipedia:Terminator 2: Judgment Day|Terminator 2: Judgment Day]].<br />
*"Pleistocene Land" is a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Jurassic Park (film)|Jurassic Park]].<br />
*"Slow Descent" is likely a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Stalker (1979 film)|Stalker]].<br />
*"Train Bomb" is likely a parody of the action film [[Wikipedia:Speed (1994 film)|Speed]].<br />
*"Man On the Run" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:The Fugitive (1993 film)|The Fugitive]].<br />
*"Breaking Point" is likely a parody of the thriller film [[Wikipedia:Falling Down|Falling Down]].<br />
*"Dead Wrong" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:Dirty Harry|Dirty Harry]].<br />
*"Dime Diamonds" is a parody of the neo-noir crime film [[Wikipedia:Reservoir Dogs|Reservoir Dogs]].<br />
*"All Over Again" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Groundhog Day (film)|Groundhog Day]].<br />
*"Home Invaders 2" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Home Alone 2: Lost in New York|Home Alone 2: Lost in New York]].<br />
*"Fred and Ali's Radical Journey" is a parody of the science-fiction comedy film [[Wikipedia:Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure|Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure]].<br />
*"Tired in Toronto" is a parody of the romantic-comedy film [[Wikipedia:Sleepless in Seattle|Sleepless in Seattle]].<br />
*"Tangier" is a parody of the romantic-drama film [[Wikipedia:Casablanca (film)|Casablanca]].<br />
*"Mother's Boy" is a reference to the 1960 slasher film, [[Wikipedia:Psycho (1960 film)|Psycho]]. The [[Waites Motel]] in [[Muldraugh]], could be a reference to the Bates Motel, a fictional motel in the film.<br />
*"The Crying of the Foxes" is a parody of the horror novel [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(novel)|The Silence of the Lambs]] and it's [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(film)|film adaptation]].<br />
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==The Indie Stone==<br />
[[File:Sunstar Graffiti.png|300px|thumb|right|Some of the [[graffiti]] in Knox Country references various developers.]]<br />
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*A construction site in Muldraugh is owned by [[T.I.S. Construction]], referencing [[The Indie Stone]], the developer studio behind Project Zomboid.<br />
*[[Spiffo]], the game's adorable mascot was a character from [[PAWS]], an unreleased fighting game that Indie Stone were previously working on.<br />
*In several areas of Knox Country, you can find "NasKo" spray-painted on a wall, this is a reference to the Community Manager, [[User:NasKo|NasKo]].<br />
*Some areas also have "RingoD" spray-painted on the wall. The graffiti is referencing former modder, turned developer, [[Paul Ring]].<br />
*[[Enigma Books]] is a chain of book stores with locations in [[West Point]] and Riverside, referencing the Support & Operations Manager, [[EnigmaGrey]].<br />
*The hardware store chain [[Zac's Hardware]] in Louisville, refers to developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo].<br />
*A cafe in Louisville, [[Cafe d'Eris]] is a reference to [https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993046686 Eris], a former modder, turned developer.<br />
*[[The Blue Fox]], a restauraunt in Louisville, references developer [[Fox Chaotica]].<br />
*One of the [[Lunchbox]] variants has the face of [[Will Porter]] surrounded by love hearts. Porter is one of the game's writers.<br />
*[[A.A. Ron Hunting Supply]] is also a reference to Will's son. The business name is also likely a reference to the comedy duo [[Wikipedia:Key & Peele|Key & Peele]]'s substitute teacher sketch.<br />
*T-shirts can spawn in some rare variants, having references to various The Indie Stone developers<br />
**A t-shirt with [[The Indie Stone]] logo can spawn.<br />
**A rare variant of the [[T-Shirt]] has the face of one of the developers, [[Romain Dron]].<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the bird logo of [[User:Aiteron|Aiteron]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the wolf logo of [[Fenris Wolf]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
*[[R. Johnson Office Building]] in Louisville, references Robert Johnson/RJ, an alias used by Dron.<br />
*[[Romuald Dron Memorial Park]] was dedicated to the brother of RJ, who has sadly passed away. The park is located in Louisville.<br />
*A nightclub in Louisville, [[Beever's]] references [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever], one of the composers behind much of the soundtrack.<br />
*[[Aitor Wire Company]], a factory in Louisville, references developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248483/aitor-garca-de-la-cruz/ Aitor Garca de la Cruz].<br />
*A clothing store in Louisville, [[Yuri Design]], is named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/472751/yuri-yakovlev/ Yuri Yakovlev]. Yuri's name can also be found as graffiti.<br />
*The "Tanglewood" graffiti refers to [[Tanglewood Games]], a studio assisting with development.<br />
*The "TEA BOYS" graffiti is a reference to [[The Eccentric Ape]], another studio assisting with development.<br />
*[[Andrei and Son Hand-Crafted Wallets]] is a factory in Louisville, named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1119964/andrei-topilin/ Andrei Topilin]. Andrei's name is also found as graffiti. <br />
*The clothing store [[Sasha Sashay]] in Louisivlle, is a reference to the Lead QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea].<br />
*The graffiti "Yana Yana" is referring to QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248498/yana-marszalkowska-duncan/ Yana]<br />
*Some areas have "Kirrus" spray-painted on the walls. This graffiti is referencing [[User:Kirrus|Kirrus]], the system administrator.<br />
*The TV channel [[TURBO]] is a reference to [[Kees Bekkema|TurboTuTone]], a developer and former mod author for the game. Turbo's name can also be found in the form of graffiti.<br />
*The "Xeonyx" graffiti is referring to [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248468/jamie-magnuson/ Xeonyx], a developer and former mod author. Best known for their map mod, Slocan Lake.<br />
*The "EZ Pickins" graffiti is referencing Tim Baker, also known as [[Easy Pickins]].<br />
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==Community==<br />
[[File:Twiggy's Bar External.png|300px|thumb|right|Various members of the community are referenced in the game, such as [[Twiggy's]] in [[West Point]], a bar named after former YouTuber and streamer "sirtwiggy"]]<br />
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*[[Twiggy's]] is a bar located in West Point, the bar is named after sirtwiggy, former Project Zomboid YouTuber and streamer. Twiggy is also one of the callers on [[KnoxTalk Radio]].<br />
*[[KPK Consulting Business Investments]] in Louisville, references KPKPlays, a friend of TIS.<br />
*[[Hair O Genesis]] is a chain of barber shops that have several locations in Knox Country, the chain is named after Ontogenesis, a friend of TIS.<br />
*A car dealership [[Nolan's Used Cars]], located in [[Dixie Mobile Park]], references nolanritchie, a modder behind several popular mods, one of which being the Driving Cars Mod.<br />
*In the woods outside of Muldraugh, you can find [[Ben's Cabin]], the name is referencing a forum user known as haze1434 and it being their base right before the birth of his child. Haze had to leave to go to the hospital because his wife was about to give birth. Their child was named Ben and the cabin was named after them as a way of commemorating this event.<br />
*The in-game show ''Moderators'', is a reference to an actual event, when someone on the moderation team tried to ban a user from The Indie Stone Forums, but accidentally made them an admin instead. Whoops!<br />
*The advertisement for [[Incontileve]], a fictional brand of bladder control medication, has Dr Cox as the spokesperson for the ad. The doctor's name is a reference to the mod author, Dr_Cox1911.<br />
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==Miscellaneous==<br />
*Sometimes you can find houses with containers filled with [[Toilet Paper|toilet paper]]. This is a reference to global supply shortages during the [[Wikipedia:COVID-19|COVID-19]] pandemic, with toilet paper being one of the main items suffering shortages due to panic buying.<br />
*A window shop in Louisville named [[Window (business)|Window]] is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]], a series of operating systems developed by [[Wikipedia:Microsoft|Microsoft]].<br />
*One of the variants of [[Walkie Talkie|walkie talkie]] is called 'Toys-R-Mine Walkie Talkie' The manufacturer's name is a reference to the toy retailer [[Wikipedia:Toys "R" Us|Toys "R" Us]].<br />
*The clothing store chain [[Hugo Plush]] is likely referencing the luxury retailer [[Wikipedia:Hugo Boss|Hugo Boss]].<br />
*The [[Art Gallery of Louisville]] contains various recreations of real life artwork <br />
**A recreation of the 1893 piece [[Wikipedia:The Scream (painting)|The Scream]] by Norwegian artist [[Wikipedia:Edvard Munch|Edvard Munch]].<br />
**The 1862 piece [[Wikipedia:Stańczyk (painting)|Stańczyk]] by Polish artist [[Wikipedia:Jan Matejko|Jan Matejko]].<br />
**Several paintings by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Vincent van Gogh|Vincent van Gogh]], such as [[Wikipedia:Sunflowers (Van Gogh series)|Sunflowers]], [[Wikipedia:Van Gogh self-portrait (1889)|one of his self-portraits]] and his most iconic painting, [[Wikipedia:The Starry Night|The Starry Night]]. <br />
**[[Wikipedia:Girl with a Pearl Earring|Girl with a Pearl Earring]] by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Johannes Vermeer|Johannes Vermeer]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Wanderer above the Sea of Fog|Wanderer above the Sea of Fog]] by German artist [[Wikipedia:Caspar David Friedrich|Caspar David Friedrich]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:The Son of Man|The Son of Man]] by Belgian artist [[Wikipedia:René Magritte|René Magritte]].<br />
**"Lily's Waterpond Painting" is referencing a 1916 art-piece in a massive series of paintings titled [[Wikipedia:Water Lilies (Monet series)|Water Lilies]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Claude Monet|Claude Monet]].<br />
**"Chromatic Accident" could be referencing American artist [[Wikipedia:Jackson Pollock|Jackson Pollock]], famous for his [[Wikipedia:Abstract expressionism|abstract expressionist]] art pieces.<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Saturn Devouring His Son|Satan Devouring His Son]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Francisco Goya|Francisco Goya]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Rokeby Venus|Rokeby Venus]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Diego Velázquez|Diego Velázquez]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Washington Crossing the Delaware (1851 paintings)|Washington Crossing the Delaware]] by German-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Emanuel Leutze|Emanuel Leutze]].<br />
**The "Riverside Painting" could be referencing the [[Wikipedia:The Oxbow|The Oxbow]] by English-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Thomas Cole|Thomas Cole]].<br />
**The "Sir Brakefire Painting" could be referencing Portrait of a Bearded Man in Black Beret (1654) by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Rembrandt|Rembrandt]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Michelangelo|Michelangelo]]'s [[Wikipedia:David (Michelangelo)|Statue of David]].<br />
**The "Female Statue" could be inspired by various statues depicting the biblical figure [[Wikipedia:Rebecca|Rebecca]]. <br />
**A [[toilet]] referencing [[Wikipedia:Fountain (Duchamp)|Fountain]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Marcel Duchamp|Marcel Duchamp]], an infamous art-piece where the sculpture was just a porcelain urinal.<br />
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==Project Zomboid references in other media==<br />
[[File:MCPZ.gif|thumb|Project Zomboid mentioned in Minecraft.]]<br />
*Sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]] references Zomboid in the main menu. Occasionally there's a splash text saying "Also try Project Zomboid!"<br />
*Survival game, [[Wikipedia:NEO Scavenger|NEO Scavenger]] also occasionally references Zomboid in it's main menu.<br />
*Project Zomboid's mascot [[Spiffo]], can be found in the form of a rare plush item in 2D sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]]. The plush acts as a pet summon item, allowing you to summon Spiffo to join you on your adventures.<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
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Romero Center for the Performing Arts.png|Romero Center for the Performing Arts is a theater in Louisville, referencing film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]].<br />
Crossroads mall.png|The Crossroads Mall in Valley Station, referencing the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
Bateman Office Building.png|Bateman Office Building in Louisville, referencing the fictional character [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]].<br />
Window.png|Window is a store in Louisville. The name and logo referencing [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]].<br />
File:The Ecstasy of Gold goldbars 224220d22c974a2ad051a6457b5a2d27.jpg|The Ecstasy of Gold treasure can be accessed by using a [[Sledgehammer]] to destroy a mausoleum wall in-front of it.<br />
Nolan's logo.png|Advertisement sign outside of Nolan's Used Cars, the dealership is named after mod author, nolanritchie.<br />
Lunchbox 02 Model.png|The pink lunchbox featuring one of the writers, Will Porter.<br />
JarLid Remoulade Model.png|Remoulade model with the "RJ" on it, refercing Romain "RJ" Dron.<br />
Chainsaw Model.png|Chainsaw model with "PORTER" on it, referencing Will Porter.<br />
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[[File:Spiffo in Terraria.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Spiffo]] enjoying the bloodshed in [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]].]]<br />
During your time exploring [[Knox Country]], various '''Easter eggs''' can be found throughout the area, referencing other games, media, developers etc. Many of these references are in the form of business names, graffiti, items, etc.<br />
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==Pop-culture==<br />
[[File:Goodman Exterior.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Goodman Legal Services]] in [[Louisville]] is a reference to Saul Goodman, a character in TV Series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].]]<br />
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*[[Romero Center for the Performing Arts]] is a theater in [[Louisville]]. The theater's name is a reference to film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]]. Romero invented the modern zombie with his debut film [[Wikipedia:Night of the Living Dead|Night of the Living Dead]].<br />
*[[Brooks Public Library of Louisville]] could be a reference to the author [[Wikipedia:Max Brooks|Max Brooks]]. Brooks' most famous novels are [[Wikipedia:The Zombie Survival Guide|The Zombie Survival Guide]] and [[Wikipedia:World War Z|World War Z]].<br />
*The [[Crossroads Mall]] in [[Valley Station]] is a reference to the mall of the same name in the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
*[[Goodman Legal Services]] is a law firm in Louisville, the name is a reference to Saul Goodman, a lawyer in the TV series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and the spin-off series [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].<br />
*[[A-1 Laundry]] are a chain of laundromats that are located in Louisville. The name is a reference to A1A Car Wash, a fictional car wash in Breaking Bad.<br />
*It can be possible to encounter a zombie wearing a [[Hockey Mask]] and with a [[Machete]] on their back. This is a reference to the immortal slasher [[Wikipedia:Jason Voorhees|Jason Voorhees]] from the [[Wikipedia:Friday the 13th (franchise)|Friday the 13th]] film franchise.<br />
*In a cemetery in Louisville, there is pallet of gold, hidden in a mausoleum. The pallet is called "[[The ecstacy of gold]]" (typo in-game) The pallet's name comes from two songs. The first is a reference to [[Wikipedia:The Ecstasy of Gold|a song of the same name]], The Ecstasy of Gold, used in the 1966 western film, [[Wikipedia:The Good, the Bad and the Ugly|The Good, the Bad and the Ugly]]. The song is used in a scene where one of the main characters is desperately searching for a hidden cache of gold coins in a graveyard. The second song is by Metallica, called The Ecsta'''C'''y of Gold, also misspelled with two c's.<br />
*[[Back To The Nurture Chiropractic Services]] is a chain of chiropractic offices with locations in Louisville and [[Riverside]]. The business name is likely a reference to the [[Wikipedia:Back to the Future (franchise)|Back to the Future]] film trilogy.<br />
*[[Bateman Office Building]] in downtown Louisville is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]], villain protagonist of the [[Wikipedia:American Psycho|American Psycho novel]] and [[Wikipedia:American Psycho (film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*The [[Shaken and Stirred]] bar is a reference [[Wikipedia:Shaken, not stirred|to a similar catchphrase]] from the [[Wikipedia:James Bond|James Bond]] franchise.<br />
*A [[CD]] called 'Raps for Christ' is likely a reference to a christian hip hop song and internet meme known as [[Wikipedia:Rappin' for Jesus|Rappin' for Jesus]].<br />
*The 28th day is the default day in which the zombie population reaches it's peak. This could be referencing the film, [[Wikipedia:28 Days Later|28 Days Later]] and sequel [[Wikipedia:28 Weeks Later|28 Weeks Later]].<br />
*On the channel [[Life and Living]], there is a program called Exposure Survival. The shows host is named Dean. This is a reference to the game designer [[Wikipedia:Dean Hall (game designer)|Dean Hall]]. Hall's most famous work being the zombie survival game, [[Wikipedia:DayZ (video game)|DayZ]].<br />
*[https://map.projectzomboid.com/#8931x10315 In the woods outside of Muldraugh and Rosewood], a message made out of dirt paths can be found. The message is a love heart with the name Brian. This is a reference to Brian Hicks, creative director of DayZ.<br />
*The name of the ice cream parlor chain [[Churn R Us]], is a reference to Chernarus, a fictional Eastern European country in [[Wikipedia:Arma 2|Arma 2]] and DayZ. <br />
*The challenge mode '[[A Really CD DA]]' is a reference to the survival game, [[Wikipedia:Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead|Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead]].<br />
===Film Parodies===<br />
*The [[VHS]] film "Ace Pilot" is a parody of the action film, [[Wikipedia:Top Gun|Top Gun]].<br />
*"CyberKiller 2" is a parody of the science fiction action film, [[Wikipedia:Terminator 2: Judgment Day|Terminator 2: Judgment Day]].<br />
*"Pleistocene Land" is a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Jurassic Park (film)|Jurassic Park]].<br />
*"Slow Descent" is likely a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Stalker (1979 film)|Stalker]].<br />
*"Train Bomb" is likely a parody of the action film [[Wikipedia:Speed (1994 film)|Speed]].<br />
*"Man On the Run" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:The Fugitive (1993 film)|The Fugitive]].<br />
*"Breaking Point" is likely a parody of the thriller film [[Wikipedia:Falling Down|Falling Down]].<br />
*"Dead Wrong" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:Dirty Harry|Dirty Harry]].<br />
*"Dime Diamonds" is a parody of the neo-noir crime film [[Wikipedia:Reservoir Dogs|Reservoir Dogs]].<br />
*"All Over Again" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Groundhog Day (film)|Groundhog Day]].<br />
*"Home Invaders 2" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Home Alone 2: Lost in New York|Home Alone 2: Lost in New York]].<br />
*"Fred and Ali's Radical Journey" is a parody of the science-fiction comedy film [[Wikipedia:Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure|Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure]].<br />
*"Tired in Toronto" is a parody of the romantic-comedy film [[Wikipedia:Sleepless in Seattle|Sleepless in Seattle]].<br />
*"Tangier" is a parody of the romantic-drama film [[Wikipedia:Casablanca (film)|Casablanca]].<br />
*"Mother's Boy" is a reference to the 1960 slasher film, [[Wikipedia:Psycho (1960 film)|Psycho]]. The [[Waites Motel]] in [[Muldraugh]], could be a reference to the Bates Motel, a fictional motel in the film.<br />
*"The Crying of the Foxes" is a parody of the horror novel [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(novel)|The Silence of the Lambs]] and it's [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(film)|film adaptation]].<br />
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==The Indie Stone==<br />
[[File:Sunstar Graffiti.png|300px|thumb|right|Some of the [[graffiti]] in Knox Country references various developers.]]<br />
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*A construction site in Muldraugh is owned by [[T.I.S. Construction]], referencing [[The Indie Stone]], the developer studio behind Project Zomboid.<br />
*[[Spiffo]], the game's adorable mascot was a character from [[PAWS]], an unreleased fighting game that Indie Stone were previously working on.<br />
*In several areas of Knox Country, you can find "NasKo" spray-painted on a wall, this is a reference to the Community Manager, [[User:NasKo|NasKo]].<br />
*Some areas also have "RingoD" spray-painted on the wall. The graffiti is referencing former modder, turned developer, [[Paul Ring]].<br />
*[[Enigma Books]] is a chain of book stores with locations in [[West Point]] and Riverside, referencing the Support & Operations Manager, [[EnigmaGrey]].<br />
*The hardware store chain [[Zac's Hardware]] in Louisville, refers to developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo].<br />
*A cafe in Louisville, [[Cafe d'Eris]] is a reference to [https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993046686 Eris], a former modder, turned developer.<br />
*[[The Blue Fox]], a restauraunt in Louisville, references developer [[Fox Chaotica]].<br />
*One of the [[Lunchbox]] variants has the face of [[Will Porter]] surrounded by love hearts. Porter is one of the game's writers.<br />
*[[A.A. Ron Hunting Supply]] is also a reference to Will's son. The business name is also likely a reference to the comedy duo [[Wikipedia:Key & Peele|Key & Peele]]'s substitute teacher sketch.<br />
*T-shirts can spawn in some rare variants, having references to various The Indie Stone developers<br />
**A t-shirt with [[The Indie Stone]] logo can spawn.<br />
**A rare variant of the [[T-Shirt]] has the face of one of the developers, [[Romain Dron]].<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the bird logo of [[User:Aiteron|Aiteron]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the wolf logo of [[Fenris Wolf]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
*[[R. Johnson Office Building]] in Louisville, references Robert Johnson/RJ, an alias used by Dron.<br />
*[[Romuald Dron Memorial Park]] was dedicated to the brother of RJ, who has sadly passed away. The park is located in Louisville.<br />
*A nightclub in Louisville, [[Beever's]] references [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever], one of the composers behind much of the soundtrack.<br />
*[[Aitor Wire Company]], a factory in Louisville, references developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248483/aitor-garca-de-la-cruz/ Aitor Garca de la Cruz].<br />
*A clothing store in Louisville, [[Yuri Design]], is named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/472751/yuri-yakovlev/ Yuri Yakovlev]. Yuri's name can also be found as graffiti.<br />
*The "Tanglewood" graffiti refers to [[Tanglewood Games]], a studio assisting with development.<br />
*The "TEA BOYS" graffiti is a reference to [[The Eccentric Ape]], another studio assisting with development.<br />
*[[Andrei and Son Hand-Crafted Wallets]] is a factory in Louisville, named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1119964/andrei-topilin/ Andrei Topilin]. Andrei's name is also found as graffiti. <br />
*The clothing store [[Sasha Sashay]] in Louisivlle, is a reference to the Lead QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea].<br />
*The graffiti "Yana Yana" is referring to QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248498/yana-marszalkowska-duncan/ Yana]<br />
*Some areas have "Kirrus" spray-painted on the walls. This graffiti is referencing [[User:Kirrus|Kirrus]], the system administrator.<br />
*The TV channel [[TURBO]] is a reference to [[Kees Bekkema|TurboTuTone]], a developer and former mod author for the game. Turbo's name can also be found in the form of graffiti.<br />
*The "Xeonyx" graffiti is referring to [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248468/jamie-magnuson/ Xeonyx], a developer and former mod author. Best known for their map mod, Slocan Lake.<br />
*The "EZ Pickins" graffiti is referencing Tim Baker, also known as [[Easy Pickins]].<br />
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==Community==<br />
[[File:Twiggy's Bar External.png|300px|thumb|right|Various members of the community are referenced in the game, such as [[Twiggy's]] in [[West Point]], a bar named after former YouTuber and streamer "sirtwiggy"]]<br />
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*[[Twiggy's]] is a bar located in West Point, the bar is named after sirtwiggy, former Project Zomboid YouTuber and streamer. Twiggy is also one of the callers on [[KnoxTalk Radio]].<br />
*[[KPK Consulting Business Investments]] in Louisville, references KPKPlays, a friend of TIS.<br />
*[[Hair O Genesis]] is a chain of barber shops that have several locations in Knox Country, the chain is named after Ontogenesis, a friend of TIS.<br />
*A car dealership [[Nolan's Used Cars]], located in [[Dixie Mobile Park]], references nolanritchie, a modder behind several popular mods, one of which being the Driving Cars Mod.<br />
*In the woods outside of Muldraugh, you can find [[Ben's Cabin]], the name is referencing a forum user known as haze1434 and it being their base right before the birth of his child. Haze had to leave to go to the hospital because his wife was about to give birth. Their child was named Ben and the cabin was named after them as a way of commemorating this event.<br />
*The in-game show ''Moderators'', is a reference to an actual event, when someone on the moderation team tried to ban a user from The Indie Stone Forums, but accidentally made them an admin instead. Whoops!<br />
*The advertisement for [[Incontileve]], a fictional brand of bladder control medication, has Dr Cox as the spokesperson for the ad. The doctor's name is a reference to the mod author, Dr_Cox1911.<br />
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==Miscellaneous==<br />
*Sometimes you can find houses with containers filled with [[Toilet Paper|toilet paper]]. This is a reference to global supply shortages during the [[Wikipedia:COVID-19|COVID-19]] pandemic, with toilet paper being one of the main items suffering shortages due to panic buying.<br />
*A window shop in Louisville named [[Window (business)|Window]] is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]], a series of operating systems developed by [[Wikipedia:Microsoft|Microsoft]].<br />
*One of the variants of [[Walkie Talkie|walkie talkie]] is called 'Toys-R-Mine Walkie Talkie' The manufacturer's name is a reference to the toy retailer [[Wikipedia:Toys "R" Us|Toys "R" Us]].<br />
*The clothing store chain [[Hugo Plush]] is likely referencing the luxury retailer [[Wikipedia:Hugo Boss|Hugo Boss]].<br />
*The [[Art Gallery of Louisville]] contains various recreations of real life artwork <br />
**A recreation of the 1893 piece [[Wikipedia:The Scream (painting)|The Scream]] by Norwegian artist [[Wikipedia:Edvard Munch|Edvard Munch]].<br />
**The 1862 piece [[Wikipedia:Stańczyk (painting)|Stańczyk]] by Polish artist [[Wikipedia:Jan Matejko|Jan Matejko]].<br />
**Several paintings by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Vincent van Gogh|Vincent van Gogh]], such as [[Wikipedia:Sunflowers (Van Gogh series)|Sunflowers]], [[Wikipedia:Van Gogh self-portrait (1889)|one of his self-portraits]] and his most iconic painting, [[Wikipedia:The Starry Night|The Starry Night]]. <br />
**[[Wikipedia:Girl with a Pearl Earring|Girl with a Pearl Earring]] by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Johannes Vermeer|Johannes Vermeer]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Wanderer above the Sea of Fog|Wanderer above the Sea of Fog]] by German artist [[Wikipedia:Caspar David Friedrich|Caspar David Friedrich]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:The Son of Man|The Son of Man]] by Belgian artist [[Wikipedia:René Magritte|René Magritte]].<br />
**"Lily's Waterpond Painting" is referencing a 1916 art-piece in a massive series of paintings titled [[Wikipedia:Water Lilies (Monet series)|Water Lilies]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Claude Monet|Claude Monet]].<br />
**"Chromatic Accident" could be referencing American artist [[Wikipedia:Jackson Pollock|Jackson Pollock]], famous for his [[Wikipedia:Abstract expressionism|abstract expressionist]] art pieces.<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Saturn Devouring His Son|Satan Devouring His Son]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Francisco Goya|Francisco Goya]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Rokeby Venus|Rokeby Venus]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Diego Velázquez|Diego Velázquez]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Washington Crossing the Delaware (1851 paintings)|Washington Crossing the Delaware]] by German-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Emanuel Leutze|Emanuel Leutze]].<br />
**The "Riverside Painting" could be referencing the [[Wikipedia:The Oxbow|The Oxbow]] by English-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Thomas Cole|Thomas Cole]].<br />
**The "Sir Brakefire Painting" could be referencing Portrait of a Bearded Man in Black Beret (1654) by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Rembrandt|Rembrandt]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Michelangelo|Michelangelo]]'s [[Wikipedia:David (Michelangelo)|Statue of David]]. <br />
**A [[toilet]] referencing [[Wikipedia:Fountain (Duchamp)|Fountain]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Marcel Duchamp|Marcel Duchamp]], an infamous art-piece where the sculpture was just a porcelain urinal.<br />
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==Project Zomboid references in other media==<br />
[[File:MCPZ.gif|thumb|Project Zomboid mentioned in Minecraft.]]<br />
*Sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]] references Zomboid in the main menu. Occasionally there's a splash text saying "Also try Project Zomboid!"<br />
*Survival game, [[Wikipedia:NEO Scavenger|NEO Scavenger]] also occasionally references Zomboid in it's main menu.<br />
*Project Zomboid's mascot [[Spiffo]], can be found in the form of a rare plush item in 2D sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]]. The plush acts as a pet summon item, allowing you to summon Spiffo to join you on your adventures.<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
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Romero Center for the Performing Arts.png|Romero Center for the Performing Arts is a theater in Louisville, referencing film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]].<br />
Crossroads mall.png|The Crossroads Mall in Valley Station, referencing the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
Bateman Office Building.png|Bateman Office Building in Louisville, referencing the fictional character [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]].<br />
Window.png|Window is a store in Louisville. The name and logo referencing [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]].<br />
File:The Ecstasy of Gold goldbars 224220d22c974a2ad051a6457b5a2d27.jpg|The Ecstasy of Gold treasure can be accessed by using a [[Sledgehammer]] to destroy a mausoleum wall in-front of it.<br />
Nolan's logo.png|Advertisement sign outside of Nolan's Used Cars, the dealership is named after mod author, nolanritchie.<br />
Lunchbox 02 Model.png|The pink lunchbox featuring one of the writers, Will Porter.<br />
JarLid Remoulade Model.png|Remoulade model with the "RJ" on it, refercing Romain "RJ" Dron.<br />
Chainsaw Model.png|Chainsaw model with "PORTER" on it, referencing Will Porter.<br />
</gallery></div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=Talk:Easter_eggs&diff=208791Talk:Easter eggs2024-01-26T01:29:29Z<p>LethalCitizen: /* EASTER EGG: Gold bars in the walk in mausoleum in the cemetery */</p>
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==EASTER EGG: Gold bars in the walk in mausoleum in the cemetery ==<br />
Ksilem — Today at 8:47 PM <br />
@Dairy Free Lord Lethal Tartanus, is Easter Eggs an ongoing article or is it complete? Asking cuz i might translate it soon. <br />
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-[[User:LethalCitizen]] Yeah it should be fine for you to translate in my opinion. I'd say it's mostly complete to some degree. But due to the nature of the page and how many easter eggs there are in game, there's still some we haven't identified like some of the painting replicas in the art gallery.<br />
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I think the best easter egg is this: Gold bars in the walk in mausoleum in the cemetery. Google it. I strongly suggest you add it! [[User:Ikip|Ikip]] ([[User talk:Ikip|talk]]) 19:01, 24 January 2024 (UTC)<br />
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"[[The Ecstasy of Gold]]"?<br />
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google search: https://www.google.com/search?q=%22The+Ecstasy+of+Gold%22+project+zomboid<br />
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[[User:Ikip|Ikip]] ([[User talk:Ikip|talk]]) 19:05, 24 January 2024 (UTC)<br />
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so is this an easter egg?<br />
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[[File:The Ecstasy of Gold goldbars 224220d22c974a2ad051a6457b5a2d27.jpg|400px]]<br />
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[[User:Ikip|Ikip]] ([[User talk:Ikip|talk]]) 19:11, 24 January 2024 (UTC)<br />
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-[[User:LethalCitizen]] <br />
Alright, apologies guys I keep forgetting theres the disucssions on the pzwiki itself, I mainly just use the discord channel. Yeah not certain but I strongly believe it's a reference to The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. Considering it's got the same name as a song in the film and the song played when a main character was looking for buried treasure.</div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=Easter_eggs&diff=208061Easter eggs2024-01-25T08:23:36Z<p>LethalCitizen: Some more art easter eggs</p>
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[[File:Spiffo in Terraria.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Spiffo]] enjoying the bloodshed in [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]].]]<br />
During your time exploring [[Knox Country]], various '''Easter eggs''' can be found throughout the area, referencing other games, media, developers etc. Many of these references are in the form of business names, graffiti, items, etc.<br />
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==Pop-culture==<br />
[[File:Goodman Exterior.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Goodman Legal Services]] in [[Louisville]] is a reference to Saul Goodman, a character in TV Series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].]]<br />
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*[[Romero Center for the Performing Arts]] is a theater in [[Louisville]]. The theater's name is a reference to film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]]. Romero invented the modern zombie with his debut film [[Wikipedia:Night of the Living Dead|Night of the Living Dead]].<br />
*[[Brooks Public Library of Louisville]] could be a reference to the author [[Wikipedia:Max Brooks|Max Brooks]]. Brooks' most famous novels are [[Wikipedia:The Zombie Survival Guide|The Zombie Survival Guide]] and [[Wikipedia:World War Z|World War Z]].<br />
*The [[Crossroads Mall]] in [[Valley Station]] is a reference to the mall of the same name in the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
*[[Goodman Legal Services]] is a law firm in Louisville, the name is a reference to Saul Goodman, a lawyer in the TV series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and the spin-off series [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].<br />
*[[A-1 Laundry]] are a chain of laundromats that are located in Louisville. The name is a reference to A1A Car Wash, a fictional car wash in Breaking Bad.<br />
*It can be possible to encounter a zombie wearing a [[Hockey Mask]] and with a [[Machete]] on their back. This is a reference to the immortal slasher [[Wikipedia:Jason Voorhees|Jason Voorhees]] from the [[Wikipedia:Friday the 13th (franchise)|Friday the 13th]] film franchise.<br />
*In a cemetery in Louisville, there is pallet of gold, hidden in a mausoleum. The pallet is called "The Ecstacy of Gold" (typo in-game) The pallet's name is a reference to [[Wikipedia:The Ecstasy of Gold|a song of the same name]], used in the 1966 western film, [[Wikipedia:The Good, the Bad and the Ugly|The Good, the Bad and the Ugly]]. The song is used in a scene where one of the main characters is desperately searching for a hidden cache of gold coins in a graveyard.<br />
*[[Back To The Nurture Chiropractic Services]] is a chain of chiropractic offices with locations in Louisville and [[Riverside]]. The business name is likely a reference to the [[Wikipedia:Back to the Future (franchise)|Back to the Future]] film trilogy.<br />
*[[Bateman Office Building]] in downtown Louisville is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]], villain protagonist of the [[Wikipedia:American Psycho|American Psycho novel]] and [[Wikipedia:American Psycho (film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*The [[Shaken and Stirred]] bar is a reference [[Wikipedia:Shaken, not stirred|to a similar catchphrase]] from the [[Wikipedia:James Bond|James Bond]] franchise.<br />
*A [[CD]] called 'Raps for Christ' is likely a reference to a christian hip hop song and internet meme known as [[Wikipedia:Rappin' for Jesus|Rappin' for Jesus]].<br />
*The 28th day is the default day in which the zombie population reaches it's peak. This could be referencing the film, [[Wikipedia:28 Days Later|28 Days Later]] and sequel [[Wikipedia:28 Weeks Later|28 Weeks Later]].<br />
*On the channel [[Life and Living]], there is a program called Exposure Survival. The shows host is named Dean. This is a reference to the game designer [[Wikipedia:Dean Hall (game designer)|Dean Hall]]. Hall's most famous work being the zombie survival game, [[Wikipedia:DayZ (video game)|DayZ]].<br />
*[https://map.projectzomboid.com/#8931x10315 In the woods outside of Muldraugh and Rosewood], a message made out of dirt paths can be found. The message is a love heart with the name Brian. This is a reference to Brian Hicks, creative director of DayZ.<br />
*The name of the ice cream parlor chain [[Churn R Us]], is a reference to Chernarus, a fictional Eastern European country in [[Wikipedia:Arma 2|Arma 2]] and DayZ. <br />
*The challenge mode '[[A Really CD DA]]' is a reference to the survival game, [[Wikipedia:Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead|Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead]].<br />
===Film Parodies===<br />
*The [[VHS]] film "Ace Pilot" is a parody of the action film, [[Wikipedia:Top Gun|Top Gun]].<br />
*"CyberKiller 2" is a parody of the science fiction action film, [[Wikipedia:Terminator 2: Judgment Day|Terminator 2: Judgment Day]].<br />
*"Pleistocene Land" is a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Jurassic Park (film)|Jurassic Park]].<br />
*"Slow Descent" is likely a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Stalker (1979 film)|Stalker]].<br />
*"Train Bomb" is likely a parody of the action film [[Wikipedia:Speed (1994 film)|Speed]].<br />
*"Man On the Run" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:The Fugitive (1993 film)|The Fugitive]].<br />
*"Breaking Point" is likely a parody of the thriller film [[Wikipedia:Falling Down|Falling Down]].<br />
*"Dead Wrong" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:Dirty Harry|Dirty Harry]].<br />
*"Dime Diamonds" is a parody of the neo-noir crime film [[Wikipedia:Reservoir Dogs|Reservoir Dogs]].<br />
*"All Over Again" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Groundhog Day (film)|Groundhog Day]].<br />
*"Home Invaders 2" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Home Alone 2: Lost in New York|Home Alone 2: Lost in New York]].<br />
*"Fred and Ali's Radical Journey" is a parody of the science-fiction comedy film [[Wikipedia:Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure|Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure]].<br />
*"Tired in Toronto" is a parody of the romantic-comedy film [[Wikipedia:Sleepless in Seattle|Sleepless in Seattle]].<br />
*"Tangier" is a parody of the romantic-drama film [[Wikipedia:Casablanca (film)|Casablanca]].<br />
*"Mother's Boy" is a reference to the 1960 slasher film, [[Wikipedia:Psycho (1960 film)|Psycho]]. The [[Waites Motel]] in [[Muldraugh]], could be a reference to the Bates Motel, a fictional motel in the film.<br />
*"The Crying of the Foxes" is a parody of the horror novel [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(novel)|The Silence of the Lambs]] and it's [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(film)|film adaptation]].<br />
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==The Indie Stone==<br />
[[File:Sunstar Graffiti.png|300px|thumb|right|Some of the graffiti in Knox Country references various developers.]]<br />
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*A construction site in Muldraugh is owned by [[T.I.S. Construction]], referencing [[The Indie Stone]], the developer studio behind Project Zomboid.<br />
*[[Spiffo]], the game's adorable mascot was a character from [[PAWS]], an unreleased fighting game that Indie Stone were previously working on.<br />
*In several areas of Knox Country, you can find "NasKo" spray-painted on a wall, this is a reference to the Community Manager, [[User:NasKo|NasKo]].<br />
*Some areas also have "RingoD" spray-painted on the wall. The graffiti is referencing former modder, turned developer, [[Paul Ring]].<br />
*[[Enigma Books]] is a chain of book stores with locations in [[West Point]] and Riverside, referencing the Support & Operations Manager, [[EnigmaGrey]].<br />
*The hardware store chain [[Zac's Hardware]] in Louisville, refers to developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo].<br />
*A cafe in Louisville, [[Cafe d'Eris]] is a reference to [https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993046686 Eris], a former modder, turned developer.<br />
*[[The Blue Fox]], a restauraunt in Louisville, references developer [[Fox Chaotica]].<br />
*One of the [[Lunchbox]] variants has the face of [[Will Porter]] surrounded by love hearts. Porter is one of the game's writers.<br />
*[[A.A. Ron Hunting Supply]] is also a reference to Will's son. The business name is also likely a reference to the comedy duo [[Wikipedia:Key & Peele|Key & Peele]]'s substitute teacher sketch.<br />
*T-shirts can spawn in some rare variants, having references to various The Indie Stone developers<br />
**A t-shirt with [[The Indie Stone]] logo can spawn.<br />
**A rare variant of the [[T-Shirt]] has the face of one of the developers, [[Romain Dron]].<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the bird logo of [[User:Aiteron|Aiteron]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the wolf logo of [[Fenris Wolf]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
*[[R. Johnson Office Building]] in Louisville, references Robert Johnson/RJ, an alias used by Dron.<br />
*[[Romuald Dron Memorial Park]] was dedicated to the brother of RJ, who has sadly passed away. The park is located in Louisville.<br />
*A nightclub in Louisville, [[Beever's]] references [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever], one of the composers behind much of the soundtrack.<br />
*[[Aitor Wire Company]], a factory in Louisville, references developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248483/aitor-garca-de-la-cruz/ Aitor Garca de la Cruz].<br />
*A clothing store in Louisville, [[Yuri Design]], is named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/472751/yuri-yakovlev/ Yuri Yakovlev]. Yuri's name can also be found as graffiti.<br />
*The "Tanglewood" graffiti refers to [[Tanglewood Games]], a studio assisting with development.<br />
*The "TEA BOYS" graffiti is a reference to [[The Eccentric Ape]], another studio assisting with development.<br />
*[[Andrei and Son Hand-Crafted Wallets]] is a factory in Louisville, named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1119964/andrei-topilin/ Andrei Topilin]. Andrei's name is also found as graffiti. <br />
*The clothing store [[Sasha Sashay]] in Louisivlle, is a reference to the Lead QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea].<br />
*The graffiti "Yana Yana" is referring to QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248498/yana-marszalkowska-duncan/ Yana]<br />
*Some areas have "Kirrus" spray-painted on the walls. This graffiti is referencing [[User:Kirrus|Kirrus]], the system administrator.<br />
*The TV channel [[TURBO]] is a reference to [[Kees Bekkema|TurboTuTone]], a developer and former mod author for the game. Turbo's name can also be found in the form of graffiti.<br />
*The "Xeonyx" graffiti is referring to [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248468/jamie-magnuson/ Xeonyx], a developer and former mod author. Best known for their map mod, Slocan Lake.<br />
*The "EZ Pickins" graffiti is referencing Tim Baker, also known as [[Easy Pickins]].<br />
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==Community==<br />
[[File:Twiggy's Bar External.png|300px|thumb|right|Various members of the community are referenced in the game, such as [[Twiggy's]] in [[West Point]], a bar named after former YouTuber and streamer "sirtwiggy"]]<br />
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*[[Twiggy's]] is a bar located in West Point, the bar is named after sirtwiggy, former Project Zomboid YouTuber and streamer. Twiggy is also one of the callers on [[KnoxTalk Radio]].<br />
*[[KPK Consulting Business Investments]] in Louisville, references KPKPlays, a friend of TIS.<br />
*[[Hair O Genesis]] is a chain of barber shops that have several locations in Knox Country, the chain is named after Ontogenesis, a friend of TIS.<br />
*A car dealership [[Nolan's Used Cars]], located in [[Dixie Mobile Park]], references nolanritchie, a modder behind several popular mods, one of which being the Driving Cars Mod.<br />
*In the woods outside of Muldraugh, you can find [[Ben's Cabin]], the name is referencing a forum user known as haze1434 and it being their base right before the birth of his child. Haze had to leave to go to the hospital because his wife was about to give birth. Their child was named Ben and the cabin was named after them as a way of commemorating this event.<br />
*The in-game show ''Moderators'', is a reference to an actual event, when someone on the moderation team tried to ban a user from The Indie Stone Forums, but accidentally made them an admin instead. Whoops!<br />
*The advertisement for [[Incontileve]], a fictional brand of bladder control medication, has Dr Cox as the spokesperson for the ad. The doctor's name is a reference to the mod author, Dr_Cox1911.<br />
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==Miscellaneous==<br />
*Sometimes you can find houses with containers filled with [[Toilet Paper|toilet paper]]. This is a reference to global supply shortages during the [[Wikipedia:COVID-19|COVID-19]] pandemic, with toilet paper being one of the main items suffering shortages due to panic buying.<br />
*A window shop in Louisville named [[Window (business)|Window]] is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]], a series of operating systems developed by [[Wikipedia:Microsoft|Microsoft]].<br />
*One of the variants of [[Walkie Talkie|walkie talkie]] is called 'Toys-R-Mine Walkie Talkie' The manufacturer's name is a reference to the toy retailer [[Wikipedia:Toys "R" Us|Toys "R" Us]].<br />
*The clothing store chain [[Hugo Plush]] is likely referencing the luxury retailer [[Wikipedia:Hugo Boss|Hugo Boss]].<br />
*The [[Art Gallery of Louisville]] contains various recreations of real life artwork <br />
**A recreation of the 1893 piece [[Wikipedia:The Scream (painting)|The Scream]] by Norwegian artist [[Wikipedia:Edvard Munch|Edvard Munch]].<br />
**The 1862 piece [[Wikipedia:Stańczyk (painting)|Stańczyk]] by Polish artist [[Wikipedia:Jan Matejko|Jan Matejko]].<br />
**Several paintings by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Vincent van Gogh|Vincent van Gogh]], such as [[Wikipedia:Sunflowers (Van Gogh series)|Sunflowers]], [[Wikipedia:Van Gogh self-portrait (1889)|one of his self-portraits]] and his most iconic painting, [[Wikipedia:The Starry Night|The Starry Night]]. <br />
**[[Wikipedia:Girl with a Pearl Earring|Girl with a Pearl Earring]] by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Johannes Vermeer|Johannes Vermeer]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Wanderer above the Sea of Fog|Wanderer above the Sea of Fog]] by German artist [[Wikipedia:Caspar David Friedrich|Caspar David Friedrich]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:The Son of Man|The Son of Man]] by Belgian artist [[Wikipedia:René Magritte|René Magritte]].<br />
**"Lily's Waterpond Painting" is referencing a 1916 art-piece in a massive series of paintings titled [[Wikipedia:Water Lilies (Monet series)|Water Lilies]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Claude Monet|Claude Monet]].<br />
**"Chromatic Accident" could be referencing American artist [[Wikipedia:Jackson Pollock|Jackson Pollock]], famous for his [[Wikipedia:Abstract expressionism|abstract expressionist]] art pieces.<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Saturn Devouring His Son|Satan Devouring His Son]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Francisco Goya|Francisco Goya]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Rokeby Venus|Rokeby Venus]] by Spanish artist [[Wikipedia:Diego Velázquez|Diego Velázquez]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Washington Crossing the Delaware (1851 paintings)|Washington Crossing the Delaware]] by German-born American artist [[Wikipedia:Emanuel Leutze|Emanuel Leutze]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Michelangelo|Michelangelo]]'s [[Wikipedia:David (Michelangelo)|Statue of David]]. <br />
**A [[toilet]] referencing [[Wikipedia:Fountain (Duchamp)|Fountain]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Marcel Duchamp|Marcel Duchamp]], an infamous art-piece where the sculpture was just a porcelain urinal.<br />
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==Project Zomboid references in other media==<br />
[[File:MCPZ.gif|thumb|Project Zomboid mentioned in Minecraft.]]<br />
*Sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]] references Zomboid in the main menu. Occasionally there's a splash text saying "Also try Project Zomboid!"<br />
*Survival game, [[Wikipedia:NEO Scavenger|NEO Scavenger]] also occasionally references Zomboid in it's main menu.<br />
*Project Zomboid's mascot [[Spiffo]], can be found in the form of a rare plush item in 2D sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]]. The plush acts as a pet summon item, allowing you to summon Spiffo to join you on your adventures.<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
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Romero Center for the Performing Arts.png|Romero Center for the Performing Arts is a theater in Louisville, referencing film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]].<br />
Crossroads mall.png|The Crossroads Mall in Valley Station, referencing the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
Bateman Office Building.png|Bateman Office Building in Louisville, referencing the fictional character [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]].<br />
Window.png|Window is a store in Louisville. The name and logo referencing [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]].<br />
Nolan's logo.png|Advertisement sign outside of Nolan's Used Cars, the dealership is named after mod author, nolanritchie.<br />
Lunchbox 02 Model.png|The pink lunchbox featuring one of the writers, Will Porter.<br />
JarLid Remoulade Model.png|Remoulade model with the "RJ" on it, refercing Romain "RJ" Dron.<br />
Chainsaw Model.png|Chainsaw model with "PORTER" on it, referencing Will Porter.<br />
</gallery></div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=Easter_eggs&diff=207741Easter eggs2024-01-25T00:38:54Z<p>LethalCitizen: A few more painting references</p>
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[[File:Spiffo in Terraria.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Spiffo]] enjoying the bloodshed in [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]].]]<br />
During your time exploring [[Knox Country]], various '''Easter eggs''' can be found throughout the area, referencing other games, media, developers etc. Many of these references are in the form of business names, graffiti, items, etc.<br />
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==Pop-culture==<br />
[[File:Goodman Exterior.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Goodman Legal Services]] in [[Louisville]] is a reference to Saul Goodman, a character in TV Series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].]]<br />
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*[[Romero Center for the Performing Arts]] is a theater in [[Louisville]]. The theater's name is a reference to film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]]. Romero invented the modern zombie with his debut film [[Wikipedia:Night of the Living Dead|Night of the Living Dead]].<br />
*[[Brooks Public Library of Louisville]] could be a reference to the author [[Wikipedia:Max Brooks|Max Brooks]]. Brooks' most famous novels are [[Wikipedia:The Zombie Survival Guide|The Zombie Survival Guide]] and [[Wikipedia:World War Z|World War Z]].<br />
*The [[Crossroads Mall]] in [[Valley Station]] is a reference to the mall of the same name in the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
*[[Goodman Legal Services]] is a law firm in Louisville, the name is a reference to Saul Goodman, a lawyer in the TV series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and the spin-off series [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].<br />
*[[A-1 Laundry]] are a chain of laundromats that are located in Louisville. The name is a reference to A1A Car Wash, a fictional car wash in Breaking Bad.<br />
*It can be possible to encounter a zombie wearing a [[Hockey Mask]] and with a [[Machete]] on their back. This is a reference to the immortal slasher [[Wikipedia:Jason Voorhees|Jason Voorhees]] from the [[Wikipedia:Friday the 13th (franchise)|Friday the 13th]] film franchise.<br />
*In a cemetery in Louisville, there is pallet of gold, hidden in a mausoleum. The pallet is called "The Ecstacy of Gold" (typo in-game) The pallet's name is a reference to [[Wikipedia:The Ecstasy of Gold|a song of the same name]], used in the 1966 western film, [[Wikipedia:The Good, the Bad and the Ugly|The Good, the Bad and the Ugly]]. The song is used in a scene where one of the main characters is desperately searching for a hidden cache of gold coins in a graveyard.<br />
*[[Back To The Nurture Chiropractic Services]] is a chain of chiropractic offices with locations in Louisville and [[Riverside]]. The business name is likely a reference to the [[Wikipedia:Back to the Future (franchise)|Back to the Future]] film trilogy.<br />
*[[Bateman Office Building]] in downtown Louisville is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]], villain protagonist of the [[Wikipedia:American Psycho|American Psycho novel]] and [[Wikipedia:American Psycho (film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*The [[Shaken and Stirred]] bar is a reference [[Wikipedia:Shaken, not stirred|to a similar catchphrase]] from the [[Wikipedia:James Bond|James Bond]] franchise.<br />
*A [[CD]] called 'Raps for Christ' is likely a reference to a christian hip hop song and internet meme known as [[Wikipedia:Rappin' for Jesus|Rappin' for Jesus]].<br />
*The 28th day is the default day in which the zombie population reaches it's peak. This could be referencing the film, [[Wikipedia:28 Days Later|28 Days Later]] and sequel [[Wikipedia:28 Weeks Later|28 Weeks Later]].<br />
*On the channel [[Life and Living]], there is a program called Exposure Survival. The shows host is named Dean. This is a reference to the game designer [[Wikipedia:Dean Hall (game designer)|Dean Hall]]. Hall's most famous work being the zombie survival game, [[Wikipedia:DayZ (video game)|DayZ]].<br />
*[https://map.projectzomboid.com/#8931x10315 In the woods outside of Muldraugh and Rosewood], a message made out of dirt paths can be found. The message is a love heart with the name Brian. This is a reference to Brian Hicks, creative director of DayZ.<br />
*The name of the ice cream parlor chain [[Churn R Us]], is a reference to Chernarus, a fictional Eastern European country in [[Wikipedia:Arma 2|Arma 2]] and DayZ. <br />
*The challenge mode '[[A Really CD DA]]' is a reference to the survival game, [[Wikipedia:Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead|Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead]].<br />
===Film Parodies===<br />
*The [[VHS]] film "Ace Pilot" is a parody of the action film, [[Wikipedia:Top Gun|Top Gun]].<br />
*"CyberKiller 2" is a parody of the science fiction action film, [[Wikipedia:Terminator 2: Judgment Day|Terminator 2: Judgment Day]].<br />
*"Pleistocene Land" is a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Jurassic Park (film)|Jurassic Park]].<br />
*"Slow Descent" is likely a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Stalker (1979 film)|Stalker]].<br />
*"Train Bomb" is likely a parody of the action film [[Wikipedia:Speed (1994 film)|Speed]].<br />
*"Man On the Run" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:The Fugitive (1993 film)|The Fugitive]].<br />
*"Breaking Point" is likely a parody of the thriller film [[Wikipedia:Falling Down|Falling Down]].<br />
*"Dead Wrong" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:Dirty Harry|Dirty Harry]].<br />
*"Dime Diamonds" is a parody of the neo-noir crime film [[Wikipedia:Reservoir Dogs|Reservoir Dogs]].<br />
*"All Over Again" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Groundhog Day (film)|Groundhog Day]].<br />
*"Home Invaders 2" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Home Alone 2: Lost in New York|Home Alone 2: Lost in New York]].<br />
*"Fred and Ali's Radical Journey" is a parody of the science-fiction comedy film [[Wikipedia:Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure|Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure]].<br />
*"Tired in Toronto" is a parody of the romantic-comedy film [[Wikipedia:Sleepless in Seattle|Sleepless in Seattle]].<br />
*"Tangier" is a parody of the romantic-drama film [[Wikipedia:Casablanca (film)|Casablanca]].<br />
*"Mother's Boy" is a reference to the 1960 slasher film, [[Wikipedia:Psycho (1960 film)|Psycho]]. The [[Waites Motel]] in [[Muldraugh]], could be a reference to the Bates Motel, a fictional motel in the film.<br />
*"The Crying of the Foxes" is a parody of the horror novel [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(novel)|The Silence of the Lambs]] and it's [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(film)|film adaptation]].<br />
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==The Indie Stone==<br />
[[File:Sunstar Graffiti.png|300px|thumb|right|Some of the graffiti in Knox Country references various developers.]]<br />
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*A construction site in Muldraugh is owned by [[T.I.S. Construction]], referencing [[The Indie Stone]], the developer studio behind Project Zomboid.<br />
*[[Spiffo]], the game's adorable mascot was a character from [[PAWS]], an unreleased fighting game that Indie Stone were previously working on.<br />
*In several areas of Knox Country, you can find "NasKo" spray-painted on a wall, this is a reference to the Community Manager, [[User:NasKo|NasKo]].<br />
*Some areas also have "RingoD" spray-painted on the wall. The graffiti is referencing former modder, turned developer, [[Paul Ring]].<br />
*[[Enigma Books]] is a chain of book stores with locations in [[West Point]] and Riverside, referencing the Support & Operations Manager, [[EnigmaGrey]].<br />
*The hardware store chain [[Zac's Hardware]] in Louisville, refers to developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo].<br />
*A cafe in Louisville, [[Cafe d'Eris]] is a reference to [https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993046686 Eris], a former modder, turned developer.<br />
*[[The Blue Fox]], a restauraunt in Louisville, references developer [[Fox Chaotica]].<br />
*One of the [[Lunchbox]] variants has the face of [[Will Porter]] surrounded by love hearts. Porter is one of the game's writers.<br />
*[[A.A. Ron Hunting Supply]] is also a reference to Will's son. The business name is also likely a reference to the comedy duo [[Wikipedia:Key & Peele|Key & Peele]]'s substitute teacher sketch.<br />
*T-shirts can spawn in some rare variants, having references to various The Indie Stone developers<br />
**A t-shirt with [[The Indie Stone]] logo can spawn.<br />
**A rare variant of the [[T-Shirt]] has the face of one of the developers, [[Romain Dron]].<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the bird logo of [[User:Aiteron|Aiteron]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the wolf logo of [[Fenris Wolf]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
*[[R. Johnson Office Building]] in Louisville, references Robert Johnson/RJ, an alias used by Dron.<br />
*[[Romuald Dron Memorial Park]] was dedicated to the brother of RJ, who has sadly passed away. The park is located in Louisville.<br />
*A nightclub in Louisville, [[Beever's]] references [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever], one of the composers behind much of the soundtrack.<br />
*[[Aitor Wire Company]], a factory in Louisville, references developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248483/aitor-garca-de-la-cruz/ Aitor Garca de la Cruz].<br />
*A clothing store in Louisville, [[Yuri Design]], is named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/472751/yuri-yakovlev/ Yuri Yakovlev]. Yuri's name can also be found as graffiti.<br />
*The "Tanglewood" graffiti refers to [[Tanglewood Games]], a studio assisting with development.<br />
*The "TEA BOYS" graffiti is a reference to [[The Eccentric Ape]], another studio assisting with development.<br />
*[[Andrei and Son Hand-Crafted Wallets]] is a factory in Louisville, named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1119964/andrei-topilin/ Andrei Topilin]. Andrei's name is also found as graffiti. <br />
*The clothing store [[Sasha Sashay]] in Louisivlle, is a reference to the Lead QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea].<br />
*The graffiti "Yana Yana" is referring to QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248498/yana-marszalkowska-duncan/ Yana]<br />
*Some areas have "Kirrus" spray-painted on the walls. This graffiti is referencing [[User:Kirrus|Kirrus]], the system administrator.<br />
*The TV channel [[TURBO]] is a reference to [[Kees Bekkema|TurboTuTone]], a developer and former mod author for the game. Turbo's name can also be found in the form of graffiti.<br />
*The "Xeonyx" graffiti is referring to [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248468/jamie-magnuson/ Xeonyx], a developer and former mod author. Best known for their map mod, Slocan Lake.<br />
*The "EZ Pickins" graffiti is referencing Tim Baker, also known as [[Easy Pickins]].<br />
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==Community==<br />
[[File:Twiggy's Bar External.png|300px|thumb|right|Various members of the community are referenced in the game, such as [[Twiggy's]] in [[West Point]], a bar named after former YouTuber and streamer "sirtwiggy"]]<br />
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*[[Twiggy's]] is a bar located in West Point, the bar is named after sirtwiggy, former Project Zomboid YouTuber and streamer. Twiggy is also one of the callers on [[KnoxTalk Radio]].<br />
*[[KPK Consulting Business Investments]] in Louisville, references KPKPlays, a friend of TIS.<br />
*[[Hair O Genesis]] is a chain of barber shops that have several locations in Knox Country, the chain is named after Ontogenesis, a friend of TIS.<br />
*A car dealership [[Nolan's Used Cars]], located in [[Dixie Mobile Park]], references nolanritchie, a modder behind several popular mods, one of which being the Driving Cars Mod.<br />
*In the woods outside of Muldraugh, you can find [[Ben's Cabin]], the name is referencing a forum user known as haze1434 and it being their base right before the birth of his child. Haze had to leave to go to the hospital because his wife was about to give birth. Their child was named Ben and the cabin was named after them as a way of commemorating this event.<br />
*The in-game show ''Moderators'', is a reference to an actual event, when someone on the moderation team tried to ban a user from The Indie Stone Forums, but accidentally made them an admin instead. Whoops!<br />
*The advertisement for [[Incontileve]], a fictional brand of bladder control medication, has Dr Cox as the spokesperson for the ad. The doctor's name is a reference to the mod author, Dr_Cox1911.<br />
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==Miscellaneous==<br />
*Sometimes you can find houses with containers filled with [[Toilet Paper|toilet paper]]. This is a reference to global supply shortages during the [[Wikipedia:COVID-19|COVID-19]] pandemic, with toilet paper being one of the main items suffering shortages due to panic buying.<br />
*A window shop in Louisville named [[Window (business)|Window]] is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]], a series of operating systems developed by [[Wikipedia:Microsoft|Microsoft]].<br />
*One of the variants of [[Walkie Talkie|walkie talkie]] is called 'Toys-R-Mine Walkie Talkie' The manufacturer's name is a reference to the toy retailer [[Wikipedia:Toys "R" Us|Toys "R" Us]].<br />
*The clothing store chain [[Hugo Plush]] is likely referencing the luxury retailer [[Wikipedia:Hugo Boss|Hugo Boss]].<br />
*The [[Art Gallery of Louisville]] contains various recreations of real life artwork <br />
**A recreation of the 1893 piece [[Wikipedia:The Scream (painting)|The Scream]] by Norwegian artist [[Wikipedia:Edvard Munch|Edvard Munch]].<br />
**The 1862 piece [[Wikipedia:Stańczyk (painting)|Stańczyk]] by Polish artist [[Wikipedia:Jan Matejko|Jan Matejko]].<br />
**Several paintings by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Vincent van Gogh|Vincent van Gogh]], such as [[Wikipedia:Sunflowers (Van Gogh series)|Sunflowers]], [[Wikipedia:Van Gogh self-portrait (1889)|one of his self-portraits]] and his most iconic painting, [[Wikipedia:The Starry Night|The Starry Night]]. <br />
**[[Wikipedia:Girl with a Pearl Earring|Girl with a Pearl Earring]] by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Johannes Vermeer|Johannes Vermeer]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Wanderer above the Sea of Fog|Wanderer above the Sea of Fog]] by German artist [[Wikipedia:Caspar David Friedrich|Caspar David Friedrich]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:The Son of Man|The Son of Man]] by Belgian artist [[Wikipedia:René Magritte|René Magritte]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Michelangelo|Michelangelo]]'s [[Wikipedia:David (Michelangelo)|Statue of David]]. <br />
**A [[toilet]] referencing [[Wikipedia:Fountain (Duchamp)|Fountain]] by French artist [[Wikipedia:Marcel Duchamp|Marcel Duchamp]], an infamous art-piece where the sculpture was just a porcelain urinal.<br />
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==Project Zomboid references in other media==<br />
[[File:MCPZ.gif|thumb|Project Zomboid mentioned in Minecraft.]]<br />
*Sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]] references Zomboid in the main menu. Occasionally there's a splash text saying "Also try Project Zomboid!"<br />
*Survival game, [[Wikipedia:NEO Scavenger|NEO Scavenger]] also occasionally references Zomboid in it's main menu.<br />
*Project Zomboid's mascot [[Spiffo]], can be found in the form of a rare plush item in 2D sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]]. The plush acts as a pet summon item, allowing you to summon Spiffo to join you on your adventures.<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
<gallery><br />
Romero Center for the Performing Arts.png|Romero Center for the Performing Arts is a theater in Louisville, referencing film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]].<br />
Crossroads mall.png|The Crossroads Mall in Valley Station, referencing the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
Bateman Office Building.png|Bateman Office Building in Louisville, referencing the fictional character [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]].<br />
Window.png|Window is a store in Louisville. The name and logo referencing [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]].<br />
Nolan's logo.png|Advertisement sign outside of Nolan's Used Cars, the dealership is named after mod author, nolanritchie.<br />
Lunchbox 02 Model.png|The pink lunchbox featuring one of the writers, Will Porter.<br />
JarLid Remoulade Model.png|Remoulade model with the "RJ" on it, refercing Romain "RJ" Dron.<br />
Chainsaw Model.png|Chainsaw model with "PORTER" on it, referencing Will Porter.<br />
</gallery></div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=General_Arcade&diff=207525General Arcade2024-01-24T14:22:06Z<p>LethalCitizen: Created page with "{{Header/sandbox2|The Indie Stone}} {{Infobox company | name_colour = Community | name_text_colour = Community | name = General Arcade | logo = General Arcade.png | logo_size = 200px | logo_caption = General Arcade current logo | type = Private | industry = Video games | founded = 2013 | founders = [https://www.mobygames.com/person/568991/gennadiy-potapov/ Gennadiy Potapov]<br> [https://www.mobygames.com/person/568990/sergei-shubin/ Sergei Shubin] | website = [https://ge..."</p>
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<div>{{Header/sandbox2|The Indie Stone}}<br />
{{Infobox company<br />
| name_colour = Community<br />
| name_text_colour = Community<br />
| name = General Arcade<br />
| logo = General Arcade.png<br />
| logo_size = 200px<br />
| logo_caption = General Arcade current logo<br />
| type = Private<br />
| industry = Video games<br />
| founded = 2013<br />
| founders = [https://www.mobygames.com/person/568991/gennadiy-potapov/ Gennadiy Potapov]<br> [https://www.mobygames.com/person/568990/sergei-shubin/ Sergei Shubin]<br />
| website = [https://generalarcade.com/ generalarcade.com]<br />
}}<br />
'''General Arcade''' is a porting house and co-development studio based out of Singapore, Malaysia and Eastern Europe. The studio was hired in 2015 to assist with development of [[Project Zomboid]]. The studio has made many contributions to the development of the game, one of their main contributions was their work on multiplayer integration. General Arcade has also provided services to other game development studios such as [[Wikipedia:tinyBuild|tinyBuild]], [[Wikipedia:Capcom|Capcom]], [[Wikipedia:FromSoftware|FromSoftware]] and many others.<br />
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==Members==<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/568991/gennadiy-potapov/ Gennadiy Potapov] - Founding Member<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/568990/sergei-shubin/ Sergei Shubin] - Founding Member<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1119964/andrei-topilin/ Andrei Topilin]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/472751/yuri-yakovlev/ Yuri Yakovlev]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248492/stanislav-vlasko/ Stanislav Vlasko]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1119981/konstantin-martynenko/ Konstantin Martynenko]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248493/mikhail-gudim/ Mikhail Gudim]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248494/oleg-cherkunov/ Oleg Cherkunov]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248495/aleksandr-ivko/ Aleksandr Ivko]<br />
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==See also==<br />
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[[File:Spiffo in Terraria.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Spiffo]] enjoying the bloodshed in [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]].]]<br />
During your time exploring [[Knox Country]], various '''Easter eggs''' can be found throughout the area, referencing other games, media, developers etc. Many of these references are in the form of business names, graffiti, items, etc.<br />
<br />
==Pop-culture==<br />
[[File:Goodman Exterior.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Goodman Legal Services]] in [[Louisville]] is a reference to Saul Goodman, a character in TV Series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].]]<br />
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*[[Romero Center for the Performing Arts]] is a theater in [[Louisville]]. The theater's name is a reference to film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]]. Romero invented the modern zombie with his debut film [[Wikipedia:Night of the Living Dead|Night of the Living Dead]].<br />
*[[Brooks Public Library of Louisville]] could be a reference to the author [[Wikipedia:Max Brooks|Max Brooks]]. Brooks' most famous novels are [[Wikipedia:The Zombie Survival Guide|The Zombie Survival Guide]] and [[Wikipedia:World War Z|World War Z]].<br />
*The [[Crossroads Mall]] in [[Valley Station]] is a reference to the mall of the same name in the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
*[[Goodman Legal Services]] is a law firm in Louisville, the name is a reference to Saul Goodman, a lawyer in the TV series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and the spin-off series [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].<br />
*[[A-1 Laundry]] are a chain of laundromats that are located in Louisville. The name is a reference to A1A Car Wash, a fictional car wash in Breaking Bad.<br />
*It can be possible to encounter a zombie wearing a [[Hockey Mask]] and with a [[Machete]] on their back. This is a reference to the immortal slasher [[Wikipedia:Jason Voorhees|Jason Voorhees]] from the [[Wikipedia:Friday the 13th (franchise)|Friday the 13th]] film franchise.<br />
*In a cemetery in Louisville, there is pallet of gold, hidden in a mausoleum. The pallet is called "The Ecstacy of Gold" (typo in-game) The pallet's name is a reference to [[Wikipedia:The Ecstasy of Gold|a song of the same name]], used in the 1966 western film, [[Wikipedia:The Good, the Bad and the Ugly|The Good, the Bad and the Ugly]]. The song is used in a scene where one of the main characters is desperately searching for a hidden cache of gold coins in a graveyard.<br />
*[[Back To The Nurture Chiropractic Services]] is a chain of chiropractic offices with locations in Louisville and [[Riverside]]. The business name is likely a reference to the [[Wikipedia:Back to the Future (franchise)|Back to the Future]] film trilogy.<br />
*[[Bateman Office Building]] in downtown Louisville is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]], villain protagonist of the [[Wikipedia:American Psycho|American Psycho novel]] and [[Wikipedia:American Psycho (film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*The [[Shaken and Stirred]] bar is a reference [[Wikipedia:Shaken, not stirred|to a similar catchphrase]] from the [[Wikipedia:James Bond|James Bond]] franchise.<br />
*A [[CD]] called 'Raps for Christ' is likely a reference to a christian hip hop song and internet meme known as [[Wikipedia:Rappin' for Jesus|Rappin' for Jesus]].<br />
*The 28th day is the default day in which the zombie population reaches it's peak. This could be referencing the film, [[Wikipedia:28 Days Later|28 Days Later]] and sequel [[Wikipedia:28 Weeks Later|28 Weeks Later]].<br />
*On the channel [[Life and Living]], there is a program called Exposure Survival. The shows host is named Dean. This is a reference to the game designer [[Wikipedia:Dean Hall (game designer)|Dean Hall]]. Hall's most famous work being the zombie survival game, [[Wikipedia:DayZ (video game)|DayZ]].<br />
*[https://map.projectzomboid.com/#8931x10315 In the woods outside of Muldraugh and Rosewood], a message made out of dirt paths can be found. The message is a love heart with the name Brian. This is a reference to Brian Hicks, creative director of DayZ.<br />
*The name of the ice cream parlor chain [[Churn R Us]], is a reference to Chernarus, a fictional Eastern European country in [[Wikipedia:Arma 2|Arma 2]] and DayZ. <br />
*The challenge mode '[[A Really CD DA]]' is a reference to the survival game, [[Wikipedia:Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead|Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead]].<br />
===Film Parodies===<br />
*The [[VHS]] film "Ace Pilot" is a parody of the action film, [[Wikipedia:Top Gun|Top Gun]].<br />
*"CyberKiller 2" is a parody of the science fiction action film, [[Wikipedia:Terminator 2: Judgment Day|Terminator 2: Judgment Day]].<br />
*"Pleistocene Land" is a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Jurassic Park (film)|Jurassic Park]].<br />
*"Slow Descent" is likely a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Stalker (1979 film)|Stalker]].<br />
*"Train Bomb" is likely a parody of the action film [[Wikipedia:Speed (1994 film)|Speed]].<br />
*"Man On the Run" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:The Fugitive (1993 film)|The Fugitive]].<br />
*"Breaking Point" is likely a parody of the thriller film [[Wikipedia:Falling Down|Falling Down]].<br />
*"Dead Wrong" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:Dirty Harry|Dirty Harry]].<br />
*"Dime Diamonds" is a parody of the neo-noir crime film [[Wikipedia:Reservoir Dogs|Reservoir Dogs]].<br />
*"All Over Again" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Groundhog Day (film)|Groundhog Day]].<br />
*"Home Invaders 2" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Home Alone 2: Lost in New York|Home Alone 2: Lost in New York]].<br />
*"Fred and Ali's Radical Journey" is a parody of the science-fiction comedy film [[Wikipedia:Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure|Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure]].<br />
*"Tired in Toronto" is a parody of the romantic-comedy film [[Wikipedia:Sleepless in Seattle|Sleepless in Seattle]].<br />
*"Tangier" is a parody of the romantic-drama film [[Wikipedia:Casablanca (film)|Casablanca]].<br />
*"Mother's Boy" is a reference to the 1960 slasher film, [[Wikipedia:Psycho (1960 film)|Psycho]]. The [[Waites Motel]] in [[Muldraugh]], could be a reference to the Bates Motel, a fictional motel in the film.<br />
*"The Crying of the Foxes" is a parody of the horror novel [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(novel)|The Silence of the Lambs]] and it's [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(film)|film adaptation]].<br />
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==The Indie Stone==<br />
[[File:Sunstar Graffiti.png|300px|thumb|right|Some of the graffiti in Knox Country references various developers.]]<br />
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*A construction site in Muldraugh is owned by [[T.I.S. Construction]], referencing [[The Indie Stone]], the developer studio behind Project Zomboid.<br />
*[[Spiffo]], the game's adorable mascot was a character from [[PAWS]], an unreleased fighting game that Indie Stone were previously working on.<br />
*In several areas of Knox Country, you can find "NasKo" spray-painted on a wall, this is a reference to the Community Manager, [[User:NasKo|NasKo]].<br />
*Some areas also have "RingoD" spray-painted on the wall. The graffiti is referencing former modder, turned developer, [[Paul Ring]].<br />
*[[Enigma Books]] is a chain of book stores with locations in [[West Point]] and Riverside, referencing the Support & Operations Manager, [[EnigmaGrey]].<br />
*The hardware store chain [[Zac's Hardware]] in Louisville, refers to developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo].<br />
*A cafe in Louisville, [[Cafe d'Eris]] is a reference to [https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993046686 Eris], a former modder, turned developer.<br />
*[[The Blue Fox]], a restauraunt in Louisville, references developer [[Fox Chaotica]].<br />
*One of the [[Lunchbox]] variants has the face of [[Will Porter]] surrounded by love hearts. Porter is one of the game's writers.<br />
*[[A.A. Ron Hunting Supply]] is also a reference to Will's son. The business name is also likely a reference to the comedy duo [[Wikipedia:Key & Peele|Key & Peele]]'s substitute teacher sketch.<br />
*T-shirts can spawn in some rare variants, having references to various The Indie Stone developers<br />
**A t-shirt with [[The Indie Stone]] logo can spawn.<br />
**A rare variant of the [[T-Shirt]] has the face of one of the developers, [[Romain Dron]].<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the bird logo of [[User:Aiteron|Aiteron]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the wolf logo of [[Fenris Wolf]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
*[[R. Johnson Office Building]] in Louisville, references Robert Johnson/RJ, an alias used by Dron.<br />
*[[Romuald Dron Memorial Park]] was dedicated to the brother of RJ, who has sadly passed away. The park is located in Louisville.<br />
*A nightclub in Louisville, [[Beever's]] references [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever], one of the composers behind much of the soundtrack.<br />
*[[Aitor Wire Company]], a factory in Louisville, references developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248483/aitor-garca-de-la-cruz/ Aitor Garca de la Cruz].<br />
*A clothing store in Louisville, [[Yuri Design]], is named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/472751/yuri-yakovlev/ Yuri Yakovlev]. Yuri's name can also be found as graffiti.<br />
*The "Tanglewood" graffiti refers to [[Tanglewood Games]], a studio assisting with development.<br />
*The "TEA BOYS" graffiti is a reference to [[The Eccentric Ape]], another studio assisting with development.<br />
*[[Andrei and Son Hand-Crafted Wallets]] is a factory in Louisville, named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1119964/andrei-topilin/ Andrei Topilin]. Andrei's name is also found as graffiti. <br />
*The clothing store [[Sasha Sashay]] in Louisivlle, is a reference to the Lead QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea].<br />
*The graffiti "Yana Yana" is referring to QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248498/yana-marszalkowska-duncan/ Yana]<br />
*Some areas have "Kirrus" spray-painted on the walls. This graffiti is referencing [[User:Kirrus|Kirrus]], the system administrator.<br />
*The TV channel [[TURBO]] is a reference to [[Kees Bekkema|TurboTuTone]], a developer and former mod author for the game. Turbo's name can also be found in the form of graffiti.<br />
*The "Xeonyx" graffiti is referring to [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248468/jamie-magnuson/ Xeonyx], a developer and former mod author. Best known for their map mod, Slocan Lake.<br />
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==Community==<br />
[[File:Twiggy's Bar External.png|300px|thumb|right|Various members of the community are referenced in the game, such as [[Twiggy's]] in [[West Point]], a bar named after former YouTuber and streamer "sirtwiggy"]]<br />
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*[[Twiggy's]] is a bar located in West Point, the bar is named after sirtwiggy, former Project Zomboid YouTuber and streamer. Twiggy is also one of the callers on [[KnoxTalk Radio]].<br />
*[[KPK Consulting Business Investments]] in Louisville, references KPKPlays, a friend of TIS.<br />
*[[Hair O Genesis]] is a chain of barber shops that have several locations in Knox Country, the chain is named after Ontogenesis, a friend of TIS.<br />
*A car dealership [[Nolan's Used Cars]], located in [[Dixie Mobile Park]], references nolanritchie, a modder behind several popular mods, one of which being the Driving Cars Mod.<br />
*In the woods outside of Muldraugh, you can find [[Ben's Cabin]], the name is referencing a forum user known as haze1434 and it being their base right before the birth of his child. Haze had to leave to go to the hospital because his wife was about to give birth. Their child was named Ben and the cabin was named after them as a way of commemorating this event.<br />
*The in-game show ''Moderators'', is a reference to an actual event, when someone on the moderation team tried to ban a user from The Indie Stone Forums, but accidentally made them an admin instead. Whoops!<br />
*The advertisement for [[Incontileve]], a fictional brand of bladder control medication, has Dr Cox as the spokesperson for the ad. The doctor's name is a reference to the mod author, Dr_Cox1911.<br />
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==Miscellaneous==<br />
*The [[Art Gallery of Louisville]] contains various recreations of real life artwork <br />
**A recreation of the 1893 piece [[Wikipedia:The Scream (painting)|The Scream]] by Norwegian artist [[Wikipedia:Edvard Munch|Edvard Munch]].<br />
**The 1862 piece [[Wikipedia:Stańczyk (painting)|Stańczyk]] by Polish artist [[Wikipedia:Jan Matejko|Jan Matejko]].<br />
**Several artwork painted by Dutch artist [[Wikipedia:Vincent van Gogh|Vincent van Gogh]].<br />
**[[Wikipedia:Michelangelo|Michelangelo]]'s [[Wikipedia:David (Michelangelo)|Statue of David]].<br />
**A [[toilet]] referencing [[Wikipedia:Fountain (Duchamp)|Fountain]], an infamous art-piece where the sculpture was just a porcelain urinal.<br />
*Sometimes you can find houses with containers filled with [[Toilet Paper|toilet paper]]. This is a reference to global supply shortages during the [[Wikipedia:COVID-19|COVID-19]] pandemic, with toilet paper being one of the main items suffering shortages due to panic buying.<br />
*A window shop in Louisville named [[Window (business)]] is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]], a series of operating systems developed by [[Wikipedia:Microsoft|Microsoft]].<br />
*One of the variants of [[Walkie Talkie|walkie talkie]] is called 'Toys-R-Mine Walkie Talkie' The manufacturer's name is a reference to the toy retailer [[Wikipedia:Toys "R" Us|Toys "R" Us]].<br />
*The clothing store chain [[Hugo Plush]] is likely referencing the luxury retailer [[Wikipedia:Hugo Boss|Hugo Boss]].<br />
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==Project Zomboid references in other media==<br />
[[File:MCPZ.gif|thumb|Project Zomboid mentioned in Minecraft.]]<br />
*Sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]] references Zomboid in the main menu. Occasionally there's a splash text saying "Also try Project Zomboid!"<br />
*Survival game, [[Wikipedia:NEO Scavenger|NEO Scavenger]] also occasionally references Zomboid in it's main menu.<br />
*Project Zomboid's mascot [[Spiffo]], can be found in the form of a rare plush item in 2D sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]]. The plush acts as a pet summon item, allowing you to summon Spiffo to join you on your adventures.<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
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Romero Center for the Performing Arts.png|Romero Center for the Performing Arts is a theater in Louisville, referencing film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]].<br />
Crossroads mall.png|The Crossroads Mall in Valley Station, referencing the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
Bateman Office Building.png|Bateman Office Building in Louisville, referencing the fictional character [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]].<br />
Window.png|Window is a store in Louisville. The name and logo referencing [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]].<br />
Nolan's logo.png|Advertisement sign outside of Nolan's Used Cars, the dealership is named after mod author, nolanritchie.<br />
Lunchbox 02 Model.png|The pink lunchbox featuring one of the writers, Will Porter.<br />
JarLid Remoulade Model.png|Remoulade model with the "RJ" on it, refercing Romain "RJ" Dron.<br />
Chainsaw Model.png|Chainsaw model with "PORTER" on it, referencing Will Porter.<br />
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[[File:Spiffo in Terraria.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Spiffo]] enjoying the bloodshed in [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]].]]<br />
During your time exploring [[Knox Country]], various '''Easter eggs''' can be found throughout the area, referencing other games, media, developers etc. Many of these references are in the form of business names, graffiti, items, etc.<br />
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==Pop-culture==<br />
[[File:Goodman Exterior.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Goodman Legal Services]] in [[Louisville]] is a reference to Saul Goodman, a character in TV Series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].]]<br />
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*[[Romero Center for the Performing Arts]] is a theater in [[Louisville]]. The theater's name is a reference to film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]]. Romero invented the modern zombie with his debut film [[Wikipedia:Night of the Living Dead|Night of the Living Dead]].<br />
*[[Brooks Public Library of Louisville]] could be a reference to the author [[Wikipedia:Max Brooks|Max Brooks]]. Brooks' most famous novels are [[Wikipedia:The Zombie Survival Guide|The Zombie Survival Guide]] and [[Wikipedia:World War Z|World War Z]].<br />
*The [[Crossroads Mall]] in [[Valley Station]] is a reference to the mall of the same name in the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
*[[Goodman Legal Services]] is a law firm in Louisville, the name is a reference to Saul Goodman, a lawyer in the TV series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and the spin-off series [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].<br />
*[[A-1 Laundry]] are a chain of laundromats that are located in Louisville. The name is a reference to A1A Car Wash, a fictional car wash in Breaking Bad.<br />
*It can be possible to encounter a zombie wearing a [[Hockey Mask]] and with a [[Machete]] on their back. This is a reference to the immortal slasher [[Wikipedia:Jason Voorhees|Jason Voorhees]] from the [[Wikipedia:Friday the 13th (franchise)|Friday the 13th]] film franchise.<br />
*In a cemetery in Louisville, there is pallet of gold, hidden in a mausoleum. The pallet is called "The Ecstasy of Gold" The pallet's name is a reference to [[Wikipedia:The Ecstasy of Gold|a song of the same name]], used in the 1966 western film, [[Wikipedia:The Good, the Bad and the Ugly|The Good, the Bad and the Ugly]]. The song is used in a scene where one of the main characters is desperately searching for a hidden cache of gold coins in a graveyard.<br />
*[[Back To The Nurture Chiropractic Services]] is a chain of chiropractic offices with locations in Louisville and [[Riverside]]. The business name is likely a reference to the [[Wikipedia:Back to the Future (franchise)|Back to the Future]] film trilogy.<br />
*[[Bateman Office Building]] in downtown Louisville is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]], villain protagonist of the [[Wikipedia:American Psycho|American Psycho novel]] and [[Wikipedia:American Psycho (film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*A [[CD]] called 'Raps for Christ' is likely a reference to a christian hip hop song and internet meme known as [[Wikipedia:Rappin' for Jesus|Rappin' for Jesus]].<br />
*The 28th day is the default day in which the zombie population reaches it's peak. This could be referencing the film, [[Wikipedia:28 Days Later|28 Days Later]] and sequel [[Wikipedia:28 Weeks Later|28 Weeks Later]].<br />
*On the channel [[Life and Living]], there is a program called Exposure Survival. The shows host is named Dean. This is a reference to the game designer [[Wikipedia:Dean Hall (game designer)|Dean Hall]]. Hall's most famous work being the zombie survival game, [[Wikipedia:DayZ (video game)|DayZ]].<br />
*[https://map.projectzomboid.com/#8931x10315 In the woods outside of Muldraugh and Rosewood], a message made out of dirt paths can be found. The message is a love heart with the name Brian. This is a reference to Brian Hicks, creative director of DayZ.<br />
*The name of the ice cream parlor chain [[Churn R Us]], is a reference to Chernarus, a fictional Eastern European country in [[Wikipedia:Arma 2|Arma 2]] and DayZ. <br />
*The challenge mode '[[A Really CD DA]]' is a reference to the survival game, [[Wikipedia:Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead|Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead]].<br />
===Film Parodies===<br />
*The [[VHS]] film "Ace Pilot" is a parody of the action film, [[Wikipedia:Top Gun|Top Gun]].<br />
*"CyberKiller 2" is a parody of the science fiction action film, [[Wikipedia:Terminator 2: Judgment Day|Terminator 2: Judgment Day]].<br />
*"Pleistocene Land" is a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Jurassic Park (film)|Jurassic Park]].<br />
*"Slow Descent" is likely a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Stalker (1979 film)|Stalker]].<br />
*"Train Bomb" is likely a parody of the action film [[Wikipedia:Speed (1994 film)|Speed]].<br />
*"Man On the Run" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:The Fugitive (1993 film)|The Fugitive]].<br />
*"Breaking Point" is likely a parody of the thriller film [[Wikipedia:Falling Down|Falling Down]].<br />
*"Dead Wrong" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:Dirty Harry|Dirty Harry]].<br />
*"Dime Diamonds" is a parody of the neo-noir crime film [[Wikipedia:Reservoir Dogs|Reservoir Dogs]].<br />
*"All Over Again" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Groundhog Day (film)|Groundhog Day]].<br />
*"Home Invaders 2" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Home Alone 2: Lost in New York|Home Alone 2: Lost in New York]].<br />
*"Fred and Ali's Radical Journey" is a parody of the science-fiction comedy film [[Wikipedia:Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure|Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure]].<br />
*"Tired in Toronto" is a parody of the romantic-comedy film [[Wikipedia:Sleepless in Seattle|Sleepless in Seattle]].<br />
*"Tangier" is a parody of the romantic-drama film [[Wikipedia:Casablanca (film)|Casablanca]].<br />
*"Mother's Boy" is a reference to the 1960 slasher film, [[Wikipedia:Psycho (1960 film)|Psycho]]. The [[Waites Motel]] in [[Muldraugh]], could be a reference to the Bates Motel, a fictional motel in the film.<br />
*"The Crying of the Foxes" is a parody of the horror novel [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(novel)|The Silence of the Lambs]] and it's [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(film)|film adaptation]].<br />
<br />
==The Indie Stone==<br />
[[File:Sunstar Graffiti.png|300px|thumb|right|Some of the graffiti in Knox Country references various developers.]]<br />
<br />
*A construction site in Muldraugh is owned by [[T.I.S. Construction]], referencing [[The Indie Stone]], the developer studio behind Project Zomboid.<br />
*[[Spiffo]], the game's adorable mascot was a character from [[PAWS]], an unreleased fighting game that Indie Stone were previously working on.<br />
*In several areas of Knox Country, you can find "NasKo" spray-painted on a wall, this is a reference to the Community Manager, [[User:NasKo|NasKo]].<br />
*Some areas also have "RingoD" spray-painted on the wall. The graffiti is referencing former modder, turned developer, [[Paul Ring]].<br />
*[[Enigma Books]] is a chain of book stores with locations in [[West Point]] and Riverside, referencing the Support & Operations Manager, [[EnigmaGrey]].<br />
*The hardware store chain [[Zac's Hardware]] in Louisville, refers to developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo].<br />
*A cafe in Louisville, [[Cafe d'Eris]] is a reference to [https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993046686 Eris], a former modder, turned developer.<br />
*[[The Blue Fox]], a restauraunt in Louisville, references developer [[Fox Chaotica]].<br />
*One of the [[Lunchbox]] variants has the face of [[Will Porter]] surrounded by love hearts. Porter is one of the game's writers.<br />
*[[A.A. Ron Hunting Supply]] is also a reference to Will's son. The business name is also likely a reference to the comedy duo [[Wikipedia:Key & Peele|Key & Peele]]'s substitute teacher sketch.<br />
*T-shirts can spawn in some rare variants, having references to various The Indie Stone developers<br />
**A t-shirt with [[The Indie Stone]] logo can spawn.<br />
**A rare variant of the [[T-Shirt]] has the face of one of the developers, [[Romain Dron]].<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the bird logo of [[User:Aiteron|Aiteron]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
**Another variant can spawn with the wolf logo of [[Fenris Wolf]], a modder then hired by The Indie Stone.<br />
*[[R. Johnson Office Building]] in Louisville, references Robert Johnson/RJ, an alias used by Dron.<br />
*[[Romuald Dron Memorial Park]] was dedicated to the brother of RJ, who has sadly passed away. The park is located in Louisville.<br />
*A nightclub in Louisville, [[Beever's]] references [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever], one of the composers behind much of the soundtrack.<br />
*[[Aitor Wire Company]], a factory in Louisville, references developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248483/aitor-garca-de-la-cruz/ Aitor Garca de la Cruz].<br />
*A clothing store in Louisville, [[Yuri Design]], is named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/472751/yuri-yakovlev/ Yuri Yakovlev]. Yuri's name can also be found as graffiti.<br />
*The "Tanglewood" graffiti refers to [[Tanglewood Games]], a studio assisting with development.<br />
*The "TEA BOYS" graffiti is a reference to [[The Eccentric Ape]], another studio assisting with development.<br />
*[[Andrei and Son Hand-Crafted Wallets]] is a factory in Louisville, named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1119964/andrei-topilin/ Andrei Topilin]. Andrei's name is also found as graffiti. <br />
*The clothing store [[Sasha Sashay]] in Louisivlle, is a reference to the Lead QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea].<br />
*The graffiti "Yana Yana" is referring to QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248498/yana-marszalkowska-duncan/ Yana]<br />
*Some areas have "Kirrus" spray-painted on the walls. This graffiti is referencing [[User:Kirrus|Kirrus]], the system administrator.<br />
*The TV channel [[TURBO]] is a reference to [[Kees Bekkema|TurboTuTone]], a developer and former mod author for the game. Turbo's name can also be found in the form of graffiti.<br />
*The "Xeonyx" graffiti is referring to [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248468/jamie-magnuson/ Xeonyx], a developer and former mod author. Best known for their map mod, Slocan Lake.<br />
<br />
==Community==<br />
[[File:Twiggy's Bar External.png|300px|thumb|right|Various members of the community are referenced in the game, such as [[Twiggy's]] in [[West Point]], a bar named after former YouTuber and streamer "sirtwiggy"]]<br />
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*[[Twiggy's]] is a bar located in West Point, the bar is named after sirtwiggy, former Project Zomboid YouTuber and streamer. Twiggy is also one of the callers on [[KnoxTalk Radio]].<br />
*[[KPK Consulting Business Investments]] in Louisville, references KPKPlays, a friend of TIS.<br />
*[[Hair O Genesis]] is a chain of barber shops that have several locations in Knox Country, the chain is named after Ontogenesis, a friend of TIS.<br />
*A car dealership [[Nolan's Used Cars]], located in [[Dixie Mobile Park]], references nolanritchie, a modder behind several popular mods, one of which being the Driving Cars Mod.<br />
*In the woods outside of Muldraugh, you can find [[Ben's Cabin]], the name is referencing a forum user known as haze1434 and it being their base right before the birth of his child. Haze had to leave to go to the hospital because his wife was about to give birth. Their child was named Ben and the cabin was named after them as a way of commemorating this event.<br />
*The in-game show ''Moderators'', is a reference to an actual event, when someone on the moderation team tried to ban a user from The Indie Stone Forums, but accidentally made them an admin instead. Whoops!<br />
*The advertisement for [[Incontileve]], a fictional brand of bladder control medication, has Dr Cox as the spokesperson for the ad. The doctor's name is a reference to the mod author, Dr_Cox1911.<br />
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==Miscellaneous==<br />
*The [[Art Gallery of Louisville]] contains various references to real life artwork, such as recreations of [[Wikipedia:The Scream (painting)|The Scream]], [[Wikipedia:Stańczyk (painting)|Stańczyk]], several paintings by [[Wikipedia:Vincent van Gogh|Vincent van Gogh]] etc. There are also several sculptures such as the [[Wikipedia:David (Michelangelo)|Statue of David]] and a [[Toilet]] referencing [[Wikipedia:Fountain (Duchamp)|Fountain]], an infamous art-piece where the sculpture was just a porcelain urinal.<br />
*Sometimes you can find houses with containers filled with [[Toilet Paper|toilet paper]]. This is a reference to global supply shortages during the [[Wikipedia:COVID-19|COVID-19]] pandemic, with toilet paper being one of the main items suffering shortages due to panic buying.<br />
*A window shop in Louisville named [[Window (business)]] is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]], a series of operating systems developed by [[Wikipedia:Microsoft|Microsoft]].<br />
*One of the variants of [[Walkie Talkie]] is called 'Toys-R-Mine Walkie Talkie' The manufacturer's name is a reference to the toy retailer [[Wikipedia:Toys "R" Us|Toys "R" Us]].<br />
*The clothing store chain [[Hugo Plush]] is likely referencing the luxury retailer [[Wikipedia:Hugo Boss|Hugo Boss]].<br />
==Project Zomboid references in other media==<br />
[[File:MCPZ.gif|thumb|Project Zomboid mentioned in Minecraft.]]<br />
*Sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]] references Zomboid in the main menu. Occasionally there's a splash text saying "Also try Project Zomboid!"<br />
*Survival game, [[Wikipedia:NEO Scavenger|NEO Scavenger]] also occasionally references Zomboid in it's main menu.<br />
*Project Zomboid's mascot [[Spiffo]], can be found in the form of a rare plush item in 2D sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]]. The plush acts as a pet summon item, allowing you to summon Spiffo to join you on your adventures.<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
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Romero Center for the Performing Arts.png|Romero Center for the Performing Arts is a theater in Louisville, referencing film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]].<br />
Crossroads mall.png|The Crossroads Mall in Valley Station, referencing the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
Bateman Office Building.png|Bateman Office Building in Louisville, referencing the fictional character [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]].<br />
Window.png|Window is a store in Louisville. The name and logo referencing [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]].<br />
Nolan's logo.png|Advertisement sign outside of Nolan's Used Cars, the dealership is named after mod author, nolanritchie.<br />
Lunchbox 02 Model.png|The pink lunchbox featuring one of the writers, Will Porter.<br />
JarLid Remoulade Model.png|Remoulade model with the "RJ" on it, refercing Romain "RJ" Dron.<br />
Chainsaw Model.png|Chainsaw model with "PORTER" on it, referencing Will Porter.<br />
</gallery></div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=Cal_Fairweather&diff=203871Cal Fairweather2024-01-17T07:31:11Z<p>LethalCitizen: A few edits, more trivia etc.</p>
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| occupation = Governor of Kentucky<br />
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==Description==<br />
Cal Fairweather was a member of the Republican Party and the state governor of Kentucky prior to the [[Knox Event]].<br />
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Prior to the outbreak, Fairweather had been running for re-election, his opponent during the election was [[Democrat Mahoney]].<br />
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==Election Commercials==<br />
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====Republican Cal Fairweather====<br />
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{| class="mw-collapsible wikitable theme-red"<br />
!Republican Cal Fairweather<br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #ffc000;"| I'm Cal Fairweather, and I am the voice of progress. <br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #ffc000;"| I hunt. I shoot. I fish. <br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #ffc000;"| I see nature all around. <br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #ffc000;"| And it's clean, it's clear, it's as God intended. <br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #ffc000;"| We've spent our time testing the land around us. <br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #ffc000;"| Making sure the military testing thirty long years ago... <br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #ffc000;"| ... to protect our country... <br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #ffc000;"| ... was as safe as we always thought it was. <br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #ffc000;"| Know what? <br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #ffc000;"| Kentucky's as safe a place to live as it is beautiful. <br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #ffc000;"| Vote for Cal Fairweather. Vote for progress. <br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #00b0f0;"| This has been an endorsed message by the Republican party. <br />
|}<br />
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Fairweather is also mentioned in an ad for Democrat Mahoney.<br />
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====Democrat Mahoney====<br />
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{| class="mw-collapsible wikitable theme-red"<br />
!Democrat Mahoney<br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #00b050;"| In 1992 Governor Cal Fairweather made a promise. <br />
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| style="color: #00b050;"| A promise he broke in two. <br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #00b050;"| He said he'd invest. <br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #00b050;"| He said he'd clean up. <br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #00b050;"| He said the toxins discovered in our fields and forests would be eradicated. <br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #00b050;"| He failed. <br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #00b050;"| Vote Mahoney this Fall. Vote for Change. <br />
|-<br />
| style="color: #00b0f0;"| This has been an endorsed message by the Democrat party. <br />
|}<br />
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==Interview==<br />
A [[VHS]] tape can found titled [[Fairweather-Mahoney 2/11/93]], the title of the tape implying that it took place during an election debate between Fairweather and Mahoney.<br />
==Trivia==<br />
*At the beginning of the quarantine in [[Knox Country]], Fairweather claims that he's in the "dark" like everyone else, making it unclear whether or not Fairweather had been informed of what had been occurring inside the quarantine.<br />
*Occasionally you can find [[trailer]]s advertising Fairweather's electoral campaign.<br />
*Cal Fairweather was the last Governor of Kentucky, it's unclear whether Fairweather was able to flee to safety or had died like most of the population after the disease began to spread across the U.S and rest of the world.<br />
*Fairweather's election ad states that the military testing in the area had been going on for "thirty long years", suggesting that the testing had been going on there since the 1960s. His opponent during the election and experts claimed that the environment was becoming even more polluted. This suggests that the [[Knox Infection]] was potentially the result of a man-made ecological disaster.<br />
==Gallery==<br />
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Base.TrailerAdvert-2.png|Trailer advertising Cal Fairweather.<br />
</gallery></div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=The_Indie_Stone&diff=200151The Indie Stone2024-01-12T14:06:58Z<p>LethalCitizen: Members List</p>
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<div>{{Header/sandbox2|The Indie Stone}}<br />
{{Infobox company<br />
| name_colour = Community<br />
| name_text_colour = Community<br />
| name = The Indie Stone<br />
| logo = TIS_logo.png<br />
| logo_size = 200px<br />
| logo_caption = The Indie Stone current logo (2018)<br />
| type = Private<br />
| industry = Video games<br />
| founded = 2009<br />
| products = [[Project Zomboid]]<br />
| website = [https://theindiestone.com/ theindiestone.com]<br />
}}'''The Indie Stone'''{{#tag: ref| [https://projectzomboid.com/blog/about-us/ Project Zomboid - About Us]. Retrieved 11th May 2018.}}&nbsp;is a small independent developer responsible for the creation of [[Project Zomboid]]. [[Lemmy|Chris "Lemmy" Simpson]], [[Binky|Andy "Binky" Hodgetts]] and [[MashPotato|Marina "MashPotato" Siu-Chong]] established The Indie Stone in 2009, later joined by [[Nickenstein|Nick "Nickenstein" Cowen]] in 2011. The company first began working together on small projects in their spare time, developing mods for The Sims 3 and Civilization 5, most notably the Indie Stone Story Progression Mod for The Sims 3.{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20090729233439/http://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=356632 Indie Stone Story Progression Mod] modthesims. 18th Jul 2009. Archived from [http://www.modthesims.info/download.php?t=356632 the original] 11 May 2018.}} ''Project Zomboid'' is The Indie Stone's first commercially released game.{{#tag:ref | [http://www.indiedb.com/company/the-indie-stone "Games released by The Indie Stone on their IndieDB profile"]. Indiedb.com. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}} The studio has recruited more members over the years, especially following the release of [[Build 41]].<br />
==Members==<br />
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*[[Andy Hodgetts]] - Founding Member & Artist<br />
*[[Chris Simpson]] - Founding Member & Programmer<br />
*[[Marina Siu-Chong]] - Founding Member & Artist<br />
*[[Will Porter]] - Founding Member & Writer<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248471/patrick-brennan/ Pat_Bren] - Writer<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever] - Composer<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/697368/armin-haas/ Armin Haas] - Composer<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/214092/martin-greenall/ Martin Greenall] - Art & Animation<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/141489/mark-wright/ Mark Wright] - Art<br />
*[[Paul Ring]] - Map Design & Scripter<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248468/jamie-magnuson/ Xeonyx] - Map Design<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248469/ayrton-orio/ Ayrton Orio] - Map Design<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248465/romain-dron/ Romain "RJ" Dron] - Coder<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248466/tim-baker/ Easy Pickins] - Coder<br />
*[[Kees Bekkema]] - Coder<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo] - Coder<br />
*[[Fox Chaotica]] - Coder<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/372615/alexander-blinov/ Aiteron]<br />
*[[Planetalgol]]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248504/soul-filcher/ Soul Filcher]<br />
*[[Fenris_Wolf]]<br />
*[[Eris]]<br />
*[[ProfMobius]]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248499/martin-nehrdich/ NasKo] - Community Manager<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1183153/jake-snow/ EnigmaGrey] - Operations Manager<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248496/johnathon-tinsley/ Kirrus] - Systems Admin<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/707510/kevin-banks/ Vaileasys] - PZWiki Admin<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea] - Lead QA<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248498/yana-marszalkowska-duncan/ Yana Marszalkowska-Duncan] - QA & Moderator<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248500/richard-caban/ Beard] - Tech Support<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248488/drake-barron/ Rathlord]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/620257/amy-young/ Amz]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/1280371/benjamin-schieder/ Blindcoder] - [https://map.projectzomboid.com/ Manager of PZ Interactive Map Project]<br />
*[https://www.mobygames.com/person/669049/connall-lindsay/ Connall]<br />
*[[MadDan]] - Moderator<br />
*[[LeonKiel]] - Moderator<br />
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==Problems==<br />
The Indie Stone have been notably plagued with problems while creating ''Project Zomboid''.{{#tag:ref| [http://kotaku.com/5813826/game-developers-who-dont-hate-piracy-get-screwed-by-piracy "Game Developers Who Don't Hate Piracy Get Screwed By… Piracy"]. ''Kotaku''. 20 June 2011. 15 May 2013.}}<br />
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===Funds frozen by PayPal and Google Checkout===<br />
After The Indie Stone's PayPal account was 'limited' briefly, before the decision was ultimately reversed, the team became "wary" of PayPal and opened a Google Checkout account, which proved to be a much more popular purchase method than PayPal. In April 2011, a month after the account was opened, Google Checkout took issue with The Indie Stone selling "donations," blocking new transactions and removing access to the funds in the account, which comprised 80% of their income to date. Asking Google Checkout for clarification, the team received only an irrelevant stock reply.{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20130405070335/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/04/warning-how-google-checkout-screwed-project-zomboid Google Checkout Woes]. ''Project Zomboid''. 25 April 2011. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/04/warning-how-google-checkout-screwed-project-zomboid the original] on 2013-04-05.}}{{#tag:ref| Walker, John (2011-04-26). [http://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2011/04/26/google-can-indie-stone-have-their-money Google, Can Indie Stone Have Their Money?]. ''Rock Paper Shotgun''. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}} A day later, The Indie Stone were contacted by someone from Google Checkout stating that their funds would be available "soon" and clarifying that Google Checkout offered a "pay what you like" feature.{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20111218223133/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/04/happy-days Happy Days!] ''Project Zomboid''. 26 April 2011. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/04/happy-days/ the original] on 2011-12-18.}}<br />
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In May 2011,{{#tag:ref| Good, Owen (9 October 2011). [http://kotaku.com/5848062/frozen-account-further-sours-PayPals-terrible-reputation-with-indie-devs Frozen Account Further Sours PayPal’s Terrible Reputation with Indie Devs]. ''Kotaku''. Retrieved 15 May 2013.}} PayPal placed their account "in a permanent limitation" with a held balance of £4,454.47.{{#tag:ref| Simpson, Chris (2011-05-23). [http://theindiestone.com/community/viewtopic.php?f=20&t=626 ":("] ''the Indie Stone Community Forums''. Theindiestone.com. Archived from [https://web.archive.org/web/20111012061747/http://theindiestone.com/community/viewtopic.php?f=20&t=626 the original] on 2011-10-12. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}} Developers Chris Simpson and Andy Hodgetts later explained how they "didn't pay close attention to terms and conditions in PayPal or Google Checkout," and that "the problem was selling a product that didn't currently exist," leading The Indie Stone to instead sell "the world's worst games" with the ''Project Zomboid'' Alpha advertised as a free bonus.{{#tag:ref| Tom Senior (25 July 2011). . [http://www.pcgamer.com/2011/07/26/project-zomboids-eureka-moment-we-started-selling-the-worlds-worst-games "Project Zomboid's eureka moment: "we started selling the world's worst games"]. ''PC Gamer''. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}}<br />
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===Leak to public distribution===<br />
In June 2011, soon after the public release of ''Project Zomboid'' as a paid pre-alpha tech demo, the game was leaked, and unauthorized copies spread to many other websites. {{#tag:ref | Wesley Yin-Poole (20 June 2011). [http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-06-20-pirates-force-project-zomboid-offline "Pirates force Project Zomboid offline"]. ''Eurogamer''. Retrieved 21 August 2011.}} The unauthorized version of the game enabled downloading from the ''Project Zomboid'''s servers with the press of an 'update now' button, regardless of whether the user already had the latest version. In order to avoid paying for these downloads, The Indie Stone took the customer-only paid version offline,{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20130214071940/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/06/sorry-weve-had-to-take-the-game-down/ Sorry we’ve had to take the game down for the day]. 2011-06-18. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/06/sorry-weve-had-to-take-the-game-down/ the original] on 2013-02-14.}} and instead, released a free "public tech-demo" for download the next day.{{#tag:ref| [https://web.archive.org/web/20120326120846/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/06/free-public-demo-released/ FREE PUBLIC TECH-DEMO RELEASED!]. 2011-06-19. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/06/free-public-demo-released/ the original] on 2012-03-26.}}<br />
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===Theft of developers' laptops with source code===<br />
On October 15, 2011, the flat of two developers of ''Project Zomboid'' was broken into. Two laptops were stolen from the flat, containing large amounts of the initial game code which had not been backed up externally for several months.{{#tag:ref |[https://web.archive.org/web/20130318154543/http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/10/project-zomboid-burglary-statement Project Zomboid Burglary: Statement]. Archived from [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/index.php/2011/10/project-zomboid-burglary-statement the original] on 2013-03-18.}} This resulted in severe delays to the game development.{{#tag:ref |Good, Owen (16 October 2011). [http://kotaku.com/5850245/burglary-delivers-huge-setback-to-indie-game-project-zomboid "Burglary Delivers Huge Setback to Indie Game Project Zomboid"] ''Kotaku''. Retrieved 15 May 2013.}}{{#tag:ref| Conditt, Jessica (16 October 2011). [https://web.archive.org/web/20150131112005/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/16/the-indie-stone-is-burgled-loses-code-for-latest-project-zomboi/ The Indie Stone is burgled, loses code for latest Project Zomboid update]. ''Joystiq''. Archived from [http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/16/the-indie-stone-is-burgled-loses-code-for-latest-project-zomboi the original] on 2015-01-31. Retrieved 30 June 2013.}} Due to this setback, they gave a presentation at Rezzed entitled "How (not) to make a video game", going over some of the lessons they have learned since starting the project.{{#tag:ref |[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYgPI0qkdU4 Project Zomboid Rezzed Session - How NOT to make a game!]. ''YouTube''. 2012-07-10. Retrieved 2013-05-15.}}<br />
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==References==<br />
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==External links==<br />
*[https://projectzomboid.com/ Official website]<br />
*[https://theindiestone.com/forums/ The Indie Stone forums]<br />
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|image_caption=Spiffo, the official mascot of [[The Indie Stone]] and [[Project Zomboid]].<br />
|other_names=Spiffo the Community Raccoon<br />
|known_for=[[Spiffo's]]<br>[[Project Zomboid]]<br>[[PAWS]]<br />
|birth_date=February 26<br />
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{{About|the official mascot of Project Zomboid|the in-game item|Spiffo (item)|the fast food chain|Spiffo's}}<br />
'''Spiffo''' is the overly adorable raccoon that also acts as the [[Project Zomboid]] and [[The Indie Stone]] mascot. The creation of [[MashPotato|Marina Siu-Chong]], Spiffo has had many alterations over the years. He is beloved, adorable and awesome. <br />
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==History==<br />
Spiffo originates from one of Indie Stone's first game [[PAWS]]. Spiffo was created by and added by Marina Siu-Chong (AKA MashPotato.) PAWS was originally featuring all English creatures but Spiffo was added after they wanted "a Canadian character in there too". The raccoon was dubbed Mr Spiffo, a temporary name that soon became permanent.[http://projectzomboid.com/blog/2012/11/sprites-spiffo-and-sea-lions-the-mashpotassium-story/] You can even find some of the first artwork for Spiffo on Mashpotassium's blog [https://web.archive.org/web/20181228211606/crabshackgallery.com/blog/tag/paws/ here]<br />
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When Project Zomboid came about Mr. Spiffo was added as a mascot for the fast food restaurant chain "Spiffo's". He was also meant to be one easter egg of supposedly many that would appear in Project Zomboid from The Indie Stone's previous games. Around some point when Will Porter came onto The Indie Stone team he is said to have been in love with Spiffo. Eventually Spiffo became more prevalent on the forums and around the site as a result. Spiffo became more popular on the website with many sections and icons for the site including a picture of Spiffo. In the forums Spiffo is the default avatar for new users, as well as being a part of the header.<br />
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Spiffo's very first appearance on the blog used the same version of Spiffo that was in PAWS. The blog post can be found: [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/2012/04/community-of-the-dead-1-podcast-beever/ here]<br />
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Spiffo was then later redesigned in the style of a fast food restaurant mascot, as that was what he was originally supposed to be advertising. The color design of Spiffo remains the same, but is possibly a little fatter with a side cap. It's interesting to note that in the blog post he is referred to as the "Community Racoon" rather than the mascot for Spiffo's. A hint of just how integrated he would become with the community perhaps?[http://projectzomboid.com/blog/2012/06/community-of-the-dead-4-rezzed-charity-appeals-and-deadhead-creativity/]<br />
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On the 24th of October 2012 Spiffo's redesign made its first appearance on the blog. While he did remain a racoon, his color scheme changed from his grey and white into an orange, brown and white colourisation. This can also be seen as Spiffo's transformation from the mascot of Spiffo's fast food, into the mascot for Project Zomboid and The Indie Stone. This is mainly attributed to the fact the Spiffo no longer wears his Spiffo's side cap and is wearing a survivalist type attire and look.<br />
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After this time, Spiffo became more incorporated around the website. A picture of him can even be seen when redirected to a 404 page. It should also be noted that at some point during development Spiffo became a part of the game's tutorial. With images and catchy slogans being shown to help guide you.<br />
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Spiffo can also be found as an item in game that can be collected; it has no known use except to serve as an Easter Egg.<br />
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==Spiffo iterations==<br />
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spiffo v1.png|First known image of Spiffo? [https://web.archive.org/web/20181228211606/crabshackgallery.com/blog/tag/paws/]<br />
Spiffo EatingHamburger.png|Spiffo's transformation from his original V1 character into the mascot for Spiffo's fast food restaurant.<br />
Spiffouse.png|This is where we come to see Spiffo's redesign and color change.<br />
Survivorspiffo-750x1067.png|This is the 3rd version of Spiffo, where we see his transformation from fast food mascot into a survivor/Project Zomboid mascot.<br />
Spiffo_controlyourself.png|Control yourself! Spiffo is here to show you the ropes to the game.<br />
File:404SpiffoMascotMap.png|This picture of Spiffo appears in both the tutorial and the website when you come across a link to nowhere. Oh dear, Spiffo looks a bit lost. Note: The Canadian flag on his backpack, most likely in reference to Spiffo's creator.<br />
Spiffo nowater.png|Oh Spiffo, you should always remember to take some water with you.<br />
Be_crafty.png|Spiffo showing you how to be crafty.<br />
Spiffo foodpoison.png|Spiffo reminding you to always cook your food. His colors have changed again to emphasize the point of food poisoning.<br />
Spiffo avatar.png|The default avatar for new forum users. Spiffo saying hi.<br />
Judgespiffo.png|Order, order! The Court of Spiffo is now in order! Here to tell you about T&C and EULA's!<br />
Spiffo peep.png|Spiffo warning you of peeping toms and those pesky zombies. Keep your curtain closed kids!<br />
SpiffoDO.jpg|Spiffo reminding you to do the right things. Teacher Spiffo<br />
SpiffoWAVE.jpg|"Hello!" Spiffo greeting everybody.<br />
Spiffoskip.png|Spiffo skipping with delight. Look how happy he is!<br />
Spiffo MODS_01.png|Spiffo explaining the different licenses for modding.<br />
Spiffo MODS_02.png|Spiffo reminding mod creators to give credit where credit is due.<br />
Spiffo MODS_03.png|Spiffo showing off his adorable authority.<br />
Spiffo MODS_04.png|LOCKDOWN! Spiffo looking very Secret Serviceish.<br />
Spiffo thinking.png|What's the meaning to life? Spiffo, contemplating some of life's toughest questions.<br />
Spiffohalloween.jpg|Spiffo getting into the Halloween spirit.<br />
SpiffoMascot Winter.jpg|Spiffo wishing you a Merry Christmas.<br />
SpiffoMascot Umbrella-210x300.jpg|Spiffo re-enacting singing in the rain perhaps?<br />
SpiffoDon't.png|Spiffo feeling a little bit stupid.<br />
Spiffo rummage.png|Spiffo really needs to organise his things a bit better.<br />
BrawlerSpiffo.png |Spiffo leading by example and getting into the swing of things.<br />
Spiffo250.png|Spiffo in game.<br />
Spiffo surf.jpg|Surf's up Spiffo!<br />
Spiffo birthday.jpg|Happy birthday from Spiffo.<br />
Spiffo-computer.jpg|Spiffo hard at work.<br />
DrivingSpiffo.png|Spiffo on the speedway.<br />
CoverSpiffo.png|Spiffo ducking for cover.<br />
GMBuilderSpiffo.png|Spiffo representing the 'Builder' game mode.<br />
GMFighterSpiffo.png|Spiffo representing the 'Survivor' game mode.<br />
GMSurvivorSpiffo.png|Spiffo representing the 'Apocalypse' game mode.<br />
Spiffo Fighter.jpg|Spiffo getting ready for a fight. Go kick some ass Spiffo! (Image used for the Spiffo The Fighter Steam card.)<br />
Spiffo Chef.jpg|Spiffo struggling to run his Spiffo restaurant. (Image used for the Spiffo The Chef Steam card.)<br />
Spiffo Athlete.jpg|Spiffo... being Spiffo. (Image used for the Spiffo The Athlete Steam card.)<br />
SpiffoExplorer.jpg|Spiffo nervously moves through a dark forest. (Image used for the Spiffo The Explorer Steam card.)<br />
Spiffo Carpenter.jpg|Spiffo getting to grasp with carpentry. (Image used for the Spiffo The Carpenter Steam card.)<br />
Spiffo Farmer.jpg|Spiffo watering his crops. Good job Spiffo. (Image used for the Spiffo The Farmer Steam card.)<br />
Spiffo Foil-badge.png|The badge gotten from crafting the Project Zomboid Foil Cards.<br />
Spiffo Badass.jpg|Spiffo looking pretty badass. (Background awarded through Steam Card Trading.)<br />
Spiffo LongJourney.jpg|Spiffo on a long journey... (Background awarded through Steam Card Trading.)<br />
Spiffo DayZ.jpg|What would Spiffo look like in DayZ? (Used for Oh No More Zombies! Talk at Rezzed)<br />
Spiffocake.jpg|Spiffo in a cake. (Thanks Tooks) <br />
SomethingSpiffo.jpg|A ''[[Wikipedia:Maneki-neko|Maneki-neko]]'' painted to look like Spiffo.<br />
SpiffoShirt.jpg|Spiffo shirt. <br />
SpiffoMinecraft.jpg|Spiffo 3D printed (Thanks Tooks) <br />
Makeship Spiffo Plush.png|Limited edition Makeship Spiffo plush. The plush is wielding a [[Nailed Baseball Bat]] and wearing a [[School Bag]], containing several items from the game.<br />
Makeship_Steadfast_Spiffo_Plush.png|Steadfast Spiffo was the 2nd series of limited edition Makeship plush merchandise. The plush is wielding an [[Axe]] and wearing a [[Large Backpack]], containing several items from the game. [https://cancerqld.org.au/blog/zombie-survival-and-cervical-cancer// All of the proceeds from the sales were donated to the Queensland Cancer Council, in memory of Vicki Ann Woods, a friend of the team..]<br />
SpiffoMascot Nametag-copy jobs.png|Jobs<br />
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==See also==<br />
*[[Steam#Trading cards|Steam Spiffo trading cards]] - Steam Spiffo trading cards.<br />
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==External links==<br />
*[https://projectzomboid.com/blog/2012/11/sprites-spiffo-and-sea-lions-the-mashpotassium-story/ The bulk of info for Spiffo (Thanks Mash!)]</div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=Spiffo&diff=199979Spiffo2024-01-12T08:55:15Z<p>LethalCitizen: Included link to blog post about Spiffo plush fundraiser.</p>
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|name=Spiffo<br />
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|image_caption=Spiffo, the official mascot of [[The Indie Stone]] and [[Project Zomboid]].<br />
|other_names=Spiffo the Community Raccoon<br />
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{{About|the official mascot of Project Zomboid|the in-game item|Spiffo (item)|the fast food chain|Spiffo's}}<br />
'''Spiffo''' is the overly adorable raccoon that also acts as the [[Project Zomboid]] and [[The Indie Stone]] mascot. The creation of [[MashPotato|Marina Siu-Chong]], Spiffo has had many alterations over the years. He is beloved, adorable and awesome. <br />
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==History==<br />
Spiffo originates from one of Indie Stone's first game [[PAWS]]. Spiffo was created by and added by Marina Siu-Chong (AKA MashPotato.) PAWS was originally featuring all English creatures but Spiffo was added after they wanted "a Canadian character in there too". The raccoon was dubbed Mr Spiffo, a temporary name that soon became permanent.[http://projectzomboid.com/blog/2012/11/sprites-spiffo-and-sea-lions-the-mashpotassium-story/] You can even find some of the first artwork for Spiffo on Mashpotassium's blog [https://web.archive.org/web/20181228211606/crabshackgallery.com/blog/tag/paws/ here]<br />
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When Project Zomboid came about Mr. Spiffo was added as a mascot for the fast food restaurant chain "Spiffo's". He was also meant to be one easter egg of supposedly many that would appear in Project Zomboid from The Indie Stone's previous games. Around some point when Will Porter came onto The Indie Stone team he is said to have been in love with Spiffo. Eventually Spiffo became more prevalent on the forums and around the site as a result. Spiffo became more popular on the website with many sections and icons for the site including a picture of Spiffo. In the forums Spiffo is the default avatar for new users, as well as being a part of the header.<br />
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Spiffo's very first appearance on the blog used the same version of Spiffo that was in PAWS. The blog post can be found: [http://projectzomboid.com/blog/2012/04/community-of-the-dead-1-podcast-beever/ here]<br />
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Spiffo was then later redesigned in the style of a fast food restaurant mascot, as that was what he was originally supposed to be advertising. The color design of Spiffo remains the same, but is possibly a little fatter with a side cap. It's interesting to note that in the blog post he is referred to as the "Community Racoon" rather than the mascot for Spiffo's. A hint of just how integrated he would become with the community perhaps?[http://projectzomboid.com/blog/2012/06/community-of-the-dead-4-rezzed-charity-appeals-and-deadhead-creativity/]<br />
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On the 24th of October 2012 Spiffo's redesign made its first appearance on the blog. While he did remain a racoon, his color scheme changed from his grey and white into an orange, brown and white colourisation. This can also be seen as Spiffo's transformation from the mascot of Spiffo's fast food, into the mascot for Project Zomboid and The Indie Stone. This is mainly attributed to the fact the Spiffo no longer wears his Spiffo's side cap and is wearing a survivalist type attire and look.<br />
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After this time, Spiffo became more incorporated around the website. A picture of him can even be seen when redirected to a 404 page. It should also be noted that at some point during development Spiffo became a part of the game's tutorial. With images and catchy slogans being shown to help guide you.<br />
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Spiffo can also be found as an item in game that can be collected; it has no known use except to serve as an Easter Egg.<br />
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==Spiffo iterations==<br />
<gallery widths=250px heights=250px><br />
spiffo v1.png|First known image of Spiffo? [https://web.archive.org/web/20181228211606/crabshackgallery.com/blog/tag/paws/]<br />
Spiffo EatingHamburger.png|Spiffo's transformation from his original V1 character into the mascot for Spiffo's fast food restaurant.<br />
Spiffouse.png|This is where we come to see Spiffo's redesign and color change.<br />
Survivorspiffo-750x1067.png|This is the 3rd version of Spiffo, where we see his transformation from fast food mascot into a survivor/Project Zomboid mascot.<br />
Spiffo_controlyourself.png|Control yourself! Spiffo is here to show you the ropes to the game.<br />
File:404SpiffoMascotMap.png|This picture of Spiffo appears in both the tutorial and the website when you come across a link to nowhere. Oh dear, Spiffo looks a bit lost. Note: The Canadian flag on his backpack, most likely in reference to Spiffo's creator.<br />
Spiffo nowater.png|Oh Spiffo, you should always remember to take some water with you.<br />
Be_crafty.png|Spiffo showing you how to be crafty.<br />
Spiffo foodpoison.png|Spiffo reminding you to always cook your food. His colors have changed again to emphasize the point of food poisoning.<br />
Spiffo avatar.png|The default avatar for new forum users. Spiffo saying hi.<br />
Judgespiffo.png|Order, order! The Court of Spiffo is now in order! Here to tell you about T&C and EULA's!<br />
Spiffo peep.png|Spiffo warning you of peeping toms and those pesky zombies. Keep your curtain closed kids!<br />
SpiffoDO.jpg|Spiffo reminding you to do the right things. Teacher Spiffo<br />
SpiffoWAVE.jpg|"Hello!" Spiffo greeting everybody.<br />
Spiffoskip.png|Spiffo skipping with delight. Look how happy he is!<br />
Spiffo MODS_01.png|Spiffo explaining the different licenses for modding.<br />
Spiffo MODS_02.png|Spiffo reminding mod creators to give credit where credit is due.<br />
Spiffo MODS_03.png|Spiffo showing off his adorable authority.<br />
Spiffo MODS_04.png|LOCKDOWN! Spiffo looking very Secret Serviceish.<br />
Spiffo thinking.png|What's the meaning to life? Spiffo, contemplating some of life's toughest questions.<br />
Spiffohalloween.jpg|Spiffo getting into the Halloween spirit.<br />
SpiffoMascot Winter.jpg|Spiffo wishing you a Merry Christmas.<br />
SpiffoMascot Umbrella-210x300.jpg|Spiffo re-enacting singing in the rain perhaps?<br />
SpiffoDon't.png|Spiffo feeling a little bit stupid.<br />
Spiffo rummage.png|Spiffo really needs to organise his things a bit better.<br />
BrawlerSpiffo.png |Spiffo leading by example and getting into the swing of things.<br />
Spiffo250.png|Spiffo in game.<br />
Spiffo surf.jpg|Surf's up Spiffo!<br />
Spiffo birthday.jpg|Happy birthday from Spiffo.<br />
Spiffo-computer.jpg|Spiffo hard at work.<br />
DrivingSpiffo.png|Spiffo on the speedway.<br />
CoverSpiffo.png|Spiffo ducking for cover.<br />
GMBuilderSpiffo.png|Spiffo representing the 'Builder' game mode.<br />
GMFighterSpiffo.png|Spiffo representing the 'Survivor' game mode.<br />
GMSurvivorSpiffo.png|Spiffo representing the 'Apocalypse' game mode.<br />
Spiffo Fighter.jpg|Spiffo getting ready for a fight. Go kick some ass Spiffo! (Image used for the Spiffo The Fighter Steam card.)<br />
Spiffo Chef.jpg|Spiffo struggling to run his Spiffo restaurant. (Image used for the Spiffo The Chef Steam card.)<br />
Spiffo Athlete.jpg|Spiffo... being Spiffo. (Image used for the Spiffo The Athlete Steam card.)<br />
SpiffoExplorer.jpg|Spiffo nervously moves through a dark forest. (Image used for the Spiffo The Explorer Steam card.)<br />
Spiffo Carpenter.jpg|Spiffo getting to grasp with carpentry. (Image used for the Spiffo The Carpenter Steam card.)<br />
Spiffo Farmer.jpg|Spiffo watering his crops. Good job Spiffo. (Image used for the Spiffo The Farmer Steam card.)<br />
Spiffo Foil-badge.png|The badge gotten from crafting the Project Zomboid Foil Cards.<br />
Spiffo Badass.jpg|Spiffo looking pretty badass. (Background awarded through Steam Card Trading.)<br />
Spiffo LongJourney.jpg|Spiffo on a long journey... (Background awarded through Steam Card Trading.)<br />
Spiffo DayZ.jpg|What would Spiffo look like in DayZ? (Used for Oh No More Zombies! Talk at Rezzed)<br />
Spiffocake.jpg|Spiffo in a cake. (Thanks Tooks) <br />
SomethingSpiffo.jpg|A ''[[Wikipedia:Maneki-neko|Maneki-neko]]'' painted to look like Spiffo.<br />
SpiffoShirt.jpg|Spiffo shirt. <br />
SpiffoMinecraft.jpg|Spiffo 3D printed (Thanks Tooks) <br />
Makeship Spiffo Plush.png|Limited edition Makeship Spiffo plush. The plush is wielding a [[Nailed Baseball Bat]] and wearing a [[School Bag]], containing several items from the game.<br />
Makeship_Steadfast_Spiffo_Plush.png|Steadfast Spiffo was the 2nd series of limited edition Makeship plush merchandise. The plush is wielding an [[Axe]] and wearing a [[Large Backpack]], containing several items from the game. All of the proceeds from the sales were donated to the Queensland Cancer Council, in memory of Vicki Ann Woods, a friend of the team. [https://cancerqld.org.au/blog/zombie-survival-and-cervical-cancer// All of the proceeds from the sales were donated to the Queensland Cancer Council, in memory of Vicki Ann Woods, a friend of the team..]<br />
SpiffoMascot Nametag-copy jobs.png|Jobs<br />
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==See also==<br />
*[[Steam#Trading cards|Steam Spiffo trading cards]] - Steam Spiffo trading cards.<br />
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==External links==<br />
*[https://projectzomboid.com/blog/2012/11/sprites-spiffo-and-sea-lions-the-mashpotassium-story/ The bulk of info for Spiffo (Thanks Mash!)]</div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=Easter_eggs&diff=198141Easter eggs2024-01-10T15:08:27Z<p>LethalCitizen: A few new TIS references.</p>
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[[File:Spiffo in Terraria.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Spiffo]] enjoying the bloodshed in [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]].]]<br />
During your time exploring [[Knox Country]], various '''Easter eggs''' can be found throughout the area, referencing other games, media, developers etc. Many of these references are in the form of business names, graffiti, items, etc.<br />
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==Pop-culture==<br />
[[File:Goodman Exterior.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Goodman Legal Services]] in [[Louisville]] is a reference to Saul Goodman, a character in TV Series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].]]<br />
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*[[Romero Center for the Performing Arts]] is a theater in [[Louisville]]. The theater's name is a reference to film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]]. Romero invented the modern zombie with his debut film [[Wikipedia:Night of the Living Dead|Night of the Living Dead]].<br />
*[[Brooks Public Library of Louisville]] could be a reference to the author [[Wikipedia:Max Brooks|Max Brooks]]. Brooks' most famous novels are [[Wikipedia:The Zombie Survival Guide|The Zombie Survival Guide]] and [[Wikipedia:World War Z|World War Z]].<br />
*The [[Crossroads Mall]] in [[Valley Station]] is a reference to the mall of the same name in the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
*[[Goodman Legal Services]] is a law firm in Louisville, the name is a reference to Saul Goodman, a lawyer in the TV series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and the spin-off series [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].<br />
*[[A-1 Laundry]] are a chain of laundromats that are located in Louisville. The name is a reference to A1A Car Wash, a fictional car wash in Breaking Bad.<br />
*It can be possible to encounter a zombie wearing a [[Hockey Mask]] and with a [[Machete]] on their back. This is a reference to the immortal slasher [[Wikipedia:Jason Voorhees|Jason Voorhees]] from the [[Wikipedia:Friday the 13th (franchise)|Friday the 13th]] film franchise.<br />
*In a cemetery in Louisville, there is pallet of gold, hidden in a mausoleum. The pallet is called "The Ecstasy of Gold" The pallet's name is a reference to [[Wikipedia:The Ecstasy of Gold|a song of the same name]], used in the 1966 western film, [[Wikipedia:The Good, the Bad and the Ugly|The Good, the Bad and the Ugly]]. The song is used in a scene where one of the main characters is desperately searching for a hidden cache of gold coins in a graveyard.<br />
*[[Back To The Nurture Chiropractic Services]] is a chain of chiropractic offices with locations in Louisville and [[Riverside]]. The business name is likely a reference to the [[Wikipedia:Back to the Future (franchise)|Back to the Future]] film trilogy.<br />
*[[Bateman Office Building]] in downtown Louisville is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]], villain protagonist of the [[Wikipedia:American Psycho|American Psycho novel]] and [[Wikipedia:American Psycho (film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*A [[CD]] called 'Raps for Christ' is likely a reference to a christian hip hop song and internet meme known as [[Wikipedia:Rappin' for Jesus|Rappin' for Jesus]].<br />
*The 28th day is the default day in which the zombie population reaches it's peak. This could be referencing the film, [[Wikipedia:28 Days Later|28 Days Later]] and sequel [[Wikipedia:28 Weeks Later|28 Weeks Later]].<br />
*On the channel [[Life and Living]], there is a program called Exposure Survival. The shows host is named Dean. This is a reference to the game designer [[Wikipedia:Dean Hall (game designer)|Dean Hall]]. Hall's most famous work being the zombie survival game, [[Wikipedia:DayZ (video game)|DayZ]].<br />
*In the woods outside of Muldraugh and Rosewood, a message made out of dirt paths can be found. The message is a love heart with the name Brian. This is a reference to Brian Hicks, creative director of DayZ.<br />
*The name of the ice cream parlor chain [[Churn R Us]], is a reference to Chernarus, a fictional Eastern European country in [[Wikipedia:Arma 2|Arma 2]] and DayZ.<br />
*The challenge mode '[[A Really CD DA]]' is a reference to the survival game, [[Wikipedia:Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead|Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead]].<br />
===Film Parodies===<br />
*The [[VHS]] film "Ace Pilot" is a parody of the action film, [[Wikipedia:Top Gun|Top Gun]].<br />
*"CyberKiller 2" is a parody of the science fiction action film, [[Wikipedia:Terminator 2: Judgment Day|Terminator 2: Judgment Day]].<br />
*"Pleistocene Land" is a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Jurassic Park (film)|Jurassic Park]].<br />
*"Slow Descent" is likely a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Stalker (1979 film)|Stalker]].<br />
*"Train Bomb" is likely a parody of the action film [[Wikipedia:Speed (1994 film)|Speed]].<br />
*"Man On the Run" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:The Fugitive (1993 film)|The Fugitive]].<br />
*"Breaking Point" is likely a parody of the thriller film [[Wikipedia:Falling Down|Falling Down]].<br />
*"Dead Wrong" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:Dirty Harry|Dirty Harry]].<br />
*"Dime Diamonds" is a parody of the neo-noir crime film [[Wikipedia:Reservoir Dogs|Reservoir Dogs]].<br />
*"All Over Again" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Groundhog Day (film)|Groundhog Day]].<br />
*"Home Invaders 2" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Home Alone 2: Lost in New York|Home Alone 2: Lost in New York]].<br />
*"Fred and Ali's Radical Journey" is a parody of the science-fiction comedy film [[Wikipedia:Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure|Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure]].<br />
*"Tired in Toronto" is a parody of the romantic-comedy film [[Wikipedia:Sleepless in Seattle|Sleepless in Seattle]].<br />
*"Tangier" is a parody of the romantic-drama film [[Wikipedia:Casablanca (film)|Casablanca]].<br />
*"Mother's Boy" is a reference to the 1960 slasher film, [[Wikipedia:Psycho (1960 film)|Psycho]]. The [[Waites Motel]] in [[Muldraugh]], could be a reference to the Bates Motel, a fictional motel in the film.<br />
*"The Crying of the Foxes" is a parody of the horror novel [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(novel)|The Silence of the Lambs]] and it's [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(film)|film adaptation]].<br />
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==The Indie Stone==<br />
[[File:Sunstar Graffiti.png|300px|thumb|right|Some of the graffiti in Knox Country references various developers.]]<br />
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*A construction site in Muldraugh is owned by [[T.I.S. Construction]], referencing [[The Indie Stone]], the developer studio behind Project Zomboid.<br />
*[[Spiffo]], the game's adorable mascot was a character from [[PAWS]], an unreleased fighting game that Indie Stone were previously working on.<br />
*In several areas of Knox Country, you can find "NasKo" spray-painted on a wall, this is a reference to the Community Manager, [[User:NasKo|NasKo]].<br />
*Some areas also have "RingoD" spray-painted on the wall. The graffiti is referencing former modder, turned developer, [[Paul Ring]].<br />
*[[Enigma Books]] is a chain of book stores with locations in [[West Point]] and Riverside, referencing the Support & Operations Manager, [[EnigmaGrey]].<br />
*The hardware store chain [[Zac's Hardware]] in Louisville, refers to developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo].<br />
*A cafe in Louisville, [[Cafe d'Eris]] is a reference to [https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993046686 Eris], a former modder, turned developer.<br />
*[[The Blue Fox]], a restauraunt in Louisville, references developer [[Fox Chaotica]].<br />
*One of the [[Lunchbox]] variants has the face of [[Will Porter]] surrounded by love hearts. Porter is one of the game's writers.<br />
*[[A.A. Ron Hunting Supply]] is also a reference to Will's son. The business name is also likely a reference to the comedy duo [[Wikipedia:Key & Peele|Key & Peele]]'s substitute teacher sketch.<br />
*A rare variant of the [[T-Shirt]] has the face of one of the developers, [[Romain Dron]].<br />
*[[R. Johnson Office Building]] in Louisville, references Robert Johnson/RJ, an alias used by Dron.<br />
*[[Romuald Dron Memorial Park]] was dedicated to the brother of RJ, who has sadly passed away. The park is located in Louisville.<br />
*A nightclub in Louisville, [[Beever's]] references [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever], one of the composers behind much of the soundtrack.<br />
*[[Aitor Wire Company]], a factory in Louisville, references developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248483/aitor-garca-de-la-cruz/ Aitor Garca de la Cruz].<br />
*A clothing store in Louisville, [[Yuri Design]], is named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/472751/yuri-yakovlev/ Yuri Yakovlev]. Yuri's name can also be found as graffiti.<br />
*The "Tanglewood" graffiti refers to [[Tanglewood Games]], a studio assisting with development.<br />
*The "TEA BOYS" graffiti is reference to [[The Eccentric Ape]], another studio assisting with development.<br />
*[[Andrei and Son Hand-Crafted Wallets]] is a factory in Louisville, named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1119964/andrei-topilin/ Andrei Topilin]. Andrei's name is also found as graffiti. <br />
*The clothing store [[Sasha Sashay]] in Louisivlle, is a reference to the Lead QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea].<br />
*The graffiti "Yana Yana" is referring to QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248498/yana-marszalkowska-duncan/ Yana]<br />
*Some areas have "Kirrus" spray-painted on the walls. This graffiti is referencing [[Kirrus]], the Systems Administrator.<br />
*The TV channel [[TURBO]] is a reference to [[Kees Bekkema|TurboTuTone]], a developer and former mod author for the game. Turbo's name can also be found in the form of graffiti.<br />
*The "Xeonyx" graffiti is referring to [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248468/jamie-magnuson/ Xeonyx], a developer and former mod author. Best known for their map mod, Slocan Lake.<br />
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==Community==<br />
[[File:Twiggy's Bar External.png|300px|thumb|right|Various members of the community are referenced in the game, such as [[Twiggy's]] in [[West Point]], a bar named after former YouTuber and streamer "sirtwiggy"]]<br />
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*[[Twiggy's]] is a bar located in West Point, the bar is named after sirtwiggy, former Project Zomboid YouTuber and streamer. Twiggy is also one of the callers on [[KnoxTalk Radio]].<br />
*[[KPK Consulting Business Investments]] in Louisville, references KPKPlays, a friend of TIS.<br />
*[[Hair O Genesis]] is a chain of barber shops that have several locations in Knox Country, the chain is named after Ontogenesis, a friend of TIS.<br />
*A car dealership [[Nolan's Used Cars]], located in [[Dixie Mobile Park]], references nolanritchie, a modder behind several popular mods, one of which being the Driving Cars Mod.<br />
*In the woods outside of Muldraugh, you can find [[Ben's Cabin]], the name is referencing a forum user known as haze1434 and it being their base right before the birth of his child. Haze had to leave to go to the hospital because his wife was about to give birth. Their child was named Ben and the cabin was named after them as a way of commemorating this event.<br />
*The in-game show ''Moderators'', is a reference to an actual event, when someone on the moderation team tried to ban a user from The Indie Stone Forums, but accidentally made them an admin instead. Whoops!<br />
*The advertisement for [[Incontileve]], a fictional brand of bladder control medication, has Dr Cox as the spokesperson for the ad. The doctor's name is a reference to the mod author, Dr_Cox1911.<br />
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==Miscellaneous==<br />
*The [[Art Gallery of Louisville]] contains various references to real life artwork, such as recreations of [[Wikipedia:The Scream (painting)|The Scream]], [[Wikipedia:Stańczyk (painting)|Stańczyk]], several paintings by [[Wikipedia:Vincent van Gogh|Vincent van Gogh]] etc. There are also several sculptures such as the [[Wikipedia:David (Michelangelo)|Statue of David]] and a [[Toilet]] referencing [[Wikipedia:Fountain (Duchamp)|Fountain]], an infamous art-piece where the sculpture was just a porcelain urinal.<br />
*Sometimes you can find houses with containers filled with [[Toilet Paper|toilet paper]]. This is a reference to global supply shortages during the [[Wikipedia:COVID-19|COVID-19]] pandemic, with toilet paper being one of the main items suffering shortages due to panic buying.<br />
*A window shop in Louisville named [[Window (business)]] is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]], a series of operating systems developed by [[Wikipedia:Microsoft|Microsoft]].<br />
*One of the variants of [[Walkie Talkie]] is called 'Toys-R-Mine Walkie Talkie' The manufacturer's name is a reference to the toy retailer [[Wikipedia:Toys "R" Us|Toys "R" Us]].<br />
*The clothing store chain [[Hugo Plush]] is likely referencing the luxury retailer [[Wikipedia:Hugo Boss|Hugo Boss]].<br />
==Project Zomboid references in other media==<br />
*Sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]] references Zomboid in the main menu. Occasionally there's a splash text saying "Also try Project Zomboid!"<br />
*Survival game, [[Wikipedia:NEO Scavenger|NEO Scavenger]] also occasionally references Zomboid in it's main menu.<br />
*Project Zomboid's mascot [[Spiffo]], can be found in the form of a rare plush item in 2D sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]]. The plush acts as a pet summon item, allowing you to summon Spiffo to join you on your adventures.<br />
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==Gallery==<br />
<gallery><br />
File:Romero Center for the Performing Arts.png|Romero Center for the Performing Arts is a theater in Louisville, referencing film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]].<br />
File:Crossroads mall.png|The Crossroads Mall in Valley Station, referencing the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
File:Bateman Office Building.png|Bateman Office Building in Louisville, referencing the fictional character [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]].<br />
File:Lunchbox 02 Model.png|The pink lunchbox featuring one of the writers, Will Porter.<br />
File:Nolan's logo.png|Advertisement sign outside of Nolan's Used Cars, the dealership is named after mod author, nolanritchie.<br />
File:Window.png|Window is a store in Louisville. The name and logo referencing [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]].<br />
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[[File:Spiffo in Terraria.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Spiffo]] enjoying the bloodshed in [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]].]]<br />
During your time exploring [[Knox Country]], various '''Easter eggs''' can be found throughout the area, referencing other games, media, developers etc. Many of these references are in the form of business names, graffiti, items, etc.<br />
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==Pop-culture==<br />
[[File:Goodman Exterior.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Goodman Legal Services]] in [[Louisville]] is a reference to Saul Goodman, a character in TV Series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].]]<br />
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*[[Romero Center for the Performing Arts]] is a theater in [[Louisville]]. The theater's name is a reference to film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]]. Romero invented the modern zombie with his debut film [[Wikipedia:Night of the Living Dead|Night of the Living Dead]].<br />
*[[Brooks Public Library of Louisville]] could be a reference to the author [[Wikipedia:Max Brooks|Max Brooks]]. Brooks' most famous novels are [[Wikipedia:The Zombie Survival Guide|The Zombie Survival Guide]] and [[Wikipedia:World War Z|World War Z]].<br />
*The [[Crossroads Mall]] in [[Valley Station]] is a reference to the mall of the same name in the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
*[[Goodman Legal Services]] is a law firm in Louisville, the name is a reference to Saul Goodman, a lawyer in the TV series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and the spin-off series [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].<br />
*[[A-1 Laundry]] are a chain of laundromats that are located in Louisville. The name is a reference to A1A Car Wash, a fictional car wash in Breaking Bad.<br />
*It can be possible to encounter a zombie wearing a [[Hockey Mask]] and with a [[Machete]] on their back. This is a reference to the immortal slasher [[Wikipedia:Jason Voorhees|Jason Voorhees]] from the [[Wikipedia:Friday the 13th (franchise)|Friday the 13th]] film franchise.<br />
*In a cemetery in Louisville, there is pallet of gold, hidden in a mausoleum. The pallet is called "The Ecstasy of Gold" The pallet's name is a reference to [[Wikipedia:The Ecstasy of Gold|a song of the same name]], used in the 1966 western film, [[Wikipedia:The Good, the Bad and the Ugly|The Good, the Bad and the Ugly]]. The song is used in a scene where one of the main characters is desperately searching for a hidden cache of gold coins in a graveyard.<br />
*[[Back To The Nurture Chiropractic Services]] is a chain of chiropractic offices with locations in Louisville and [[Riverside]]. The business name is likely a reference to the [[Wikipedia:Back to the Future (franchise)|Back to the Future]] film trilogy.<br />
*[[Bateman Office Building]] in downtown Louisville is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]], villain protagonist of the [[Wikipedia:American Psycho|American Psycho novel]] and [[Wikipedia:American Psycho (film)|film adaptation]].<br />
*A [[CD]] called 'Raps for Christ' is likely a reference to a christian hip hop song and internet meme known as [[Wikipedia:Rappin' for Jesus|Rappin' for Jesus]].<br />
*The 28th day is the default day in which the zombie population reaches it's peak. This could be referencing the film, [[Wikipedia:28 Days Later|28 Days Later]] and sequel [[Wikipedia:28 Weeks Later|28 Weeks Later]].<br />
*On the channel [[Life and Living]], there is a program called Exposure Survival. The shows host is named Dean. This is a reference to the game designer [[Wikipedia:Dean Hall (game designer)|Dean Hall]]. Hall's most famous work being the zombie survival game, [[Wikipedia:DayZ (video game)|DayZ]].<br />
*In the woods outside of Muldraugh and Rosewood, a message made out of dirt paths can be found. The message is a love heart with the name Brian. This is a reference to Brian Hicks, creative director of DayZ.<br />
*The name of the ice cream parlor chain [[Churn R Us]], is a reference to Chernarus, a fictional Eastern European country in [[Wikipedia:Arma 2|Arma 2]] and DayZ.<br />
*The challenge mode '[[A Really CD DA]]' is a reference to the survival game, [[Wikipedia:Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead|Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead]].<br />
===Film Parodies===<br />
*The [[VHS]] film "Ace Pilot" is a parody of the action film, [[Wikipedia:Top Gun|Top Gun]].<br />
*"CyberKiller 2" is a parody of the science fiction action film, [[Wikipedia:Terminator 2: Judgment Day|Terminator 2: Judgment Day]].<br />
*"Pleistocene Land" is a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Jurassic Park (film)|Jurassic Park]].<br />
*"Slow Descent" is likely a parody of the science fiction film [[Wikipedia:Stalker (1979 film)|Stalker]].<br />
*"Train Bomb" is likely a parody of the action film [[Wikipedia:Speed (1994 film)|Speed]].<br />
*"Man On the Run" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:The Fugitive (1993 film)|The Fugitive]].<br />
*"Breaking Point" is likely a parody of the thriller film [[Wikipedia:Falling Down|Falling Down]].<br />
*"Dead Wrong" is a parody of the action-thriller film [[Wikipedia:Dirty Harry|Dirty Harry]].<br />
*"Dime Diamonds" is a parody of the neo-noir crime film [[Wikipedia:Reservoir Dogs|Reservoir Dogs]].<br />
*"All Over Again" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Groundhog Day (film)|Groundhog Day]].<br />
*"Home Invaders 2" is a parody of the comedy film [[Wikipedia:Home Alone 2: Lost in New York|Home Alone 2: Lost in New York]].<br />
*"Fred and Ali's Radical Journey" is a parody of the science-fiction comedy film [[Wikipedia:Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure|Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure]].<br />
*"Tired in Toronto" is a parody of the romantic-comedy film [[Wikipedia:Sleepless in Seattle|Sleepless in Seattle]].<br />
*"Tangier" is a parody of the romantic-drama film [[Wikipedia:Casablanca (film)|Casablanca]].<br />
*"Mother's Boy" is a reference to the 1960 slasher film, [[Wikipedia:Psycho (1960 film)|Psycho]]. The [[Waites Motel]] in [[Muldraugh]], could be a reference to the Bates Motel, a fictional motel in the film.<br />
*"The Crying of the Foxes" is a parody of the horror novel [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(novel)|The Silence of the Lambs]] and it's [[Wikipedia:The Silence of the Lambs(film)|film adaptation]].<br />
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==The Indie Stone==<br />
[[File:Sunstar Graffiti.png|300px|thumb|right|Some of the graffiti in Knox Country references various developers.]]<br />
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*A construction site in Muldraugh is owned by [[T.I.S. Construction]], referencing [[The Indie Stone]], the developer studio behind Project Zomboid.<br />
*[[Spiffo]], the game's adorable mascot was a character from [[PAWS]], an unreleased fighting game that Indie Stone were previously working on.<br />
*In several areas of Knox Country, you can find "NasKo" spray-painted on a wall, this is a reference to the Community Manager, [[User:NasKo|NasKo]].<br />
*Some areas also have "RingoD" spray-painted on the wall. The graffiti is referencing former modder, turned developer, [[Paul Ring]].<br />
*[[Enigma Books]] is a chain of book stores with locations in [[West Point]] and Riverside, referencing the Support & Operations Manager, [[EnigmaGrey]].<br />
*The hardware store chain [[Zac's Hardware]] in Louisville, refers to developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo].<br />
*A cafe in Louisville, [[Cafe d'Eris]] is a reference to [https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993046686 Eris], a former modder, turned developer.<br />
*[[The Blue Fox]], a restauraunt in Louisville, references developer [[Fox Chaotica]].<br />
*One of the [[Lunchbox]] variants has the face of [[Will Porter]] surrounded by love hearts. Porter is one of the game's writers.<br />
*[[A.A. Ron Hunting Supply]] is also a reference to Will's son. The business name is also likely a reference to the comedy duo [[Wikipedia:Key & Peele|Key & Peele]]'s substitute teacher sketch.<br />
*A rare variant of the [[T-Shirt]] has the face of one of the developers, [[Romain Dron]].<br />
*[[R. Johnson Office Building]] in Louisville, references Robert Johnson/RJ, an alias used by Dron.<br />
*[[Romuald Dron Memorial Park]] was dedicated to the brother of RJ, who has sadly passed away. The park is located in Louisville.<br />
*A nightclub in Louisville, [[Beever's]] references [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever], one of the composers behind much of the soundtrack.<br />
*[[Aitor Wire Company]], a factory in Louisville, references developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248483/aitor-garca-de-la-cruz/ Aitor Garca de la Cruz].<br />
*A clothing store in Louisville, [[Yuri Design]], is named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/472751/yuri-yakovlev/ Yuri Yakovlev].<br />
*An abandoned factory town near Riverside has "Tanglewood" graffitied on one of the houses, referring to [[Tanglewood Games]], a studio assisting with development.<br />
*[[Andrei and Son Hand-Crafted Wallets]] is a factory in Louisville, named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1119964/andrei-topilin/ Andrei Topilin].<br />
*The clothing store [[Sasha Sashay]] in Louisivlle, is a reference to the Lead QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea].<br />
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==Community==<br />
[[File:Twiggy's Bar External.png|300px|thumb|right|Various members of the community are referenced in the game, such as [[Twiggy's]] in [[West Point]], a bar named after former YouTuber and streamer "sirtwiggy"]]<br />
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*[[Twiggy's]] is a bar located in West Point, the bar is named after sirtwiggy, former Project Zomboid YouTuber and streamer. Twiggy is also one of the callers on [[KnoxTalk Radio]].<br />
*[[KPK Consulting Business Investments]] in Louisville, references KPKPlays, a friend of TIS.<br />
*[[Hair O Genesis]] is a chain of barber shops that have several locations in Knox Country, the chain is named after Ontogenesis, a friend of TIS.<br />
*A car dealership [[Nolan's Used Cars]], located in [[Dixie Mobile Park]], references nolanritchie, a modder behind several popular mods, one of which being the Driving Cars Mod.<br />
*In the woods outside of Muldraugh, you can find [[Ben's Cabin]], the name is referencing a forum user known as haze1434 and it being their base right before the birth of his child. Haze had to leave to go to the hospital because his wife was about to give birth. Their child was named Ben and the cabin was named after them as a way of commemorating this event.<br />
*The in-game show ''Moderators'', is a reference to an actual event, when someone on the moderation team tried to ban a user from The Indie Stone Forums, but accidentally made them an admin instead. Whoops!<br />
<br />
==Miscellaneous==<br />
*The [[Art Gallery of Louisville]] contains various references to real life artwork, such as recreations of [[Wikipedia:The Scream (painting)|The Scream]], [[Wikipedia:Stańczyk (painting)|Stańczyk]], several paintings by [[Wikipedia:Vincent van Gogh|Vincent van Gogh]] etc. There are also several sculptures such as the [[Wikipedia:David (Michelangelo)|Statue of David]] and a [[Toilet]] referencing [[Wikipedia:Fountain (Duchamp)|Fountain]], an infamous art-piece where the sculpture was just a porcelain urinal.<br />
*Sometimes you can find houses with containers filled with [[Toilet Paper|toilet paper]]. This is a reference to global supply shortages during the [[Wikipedia:COVID-19|COVID-19]] pandemic, with toilet paper being one of the main items suffering shortages due to panic buying.<br />
*A window shop in Louisville named [[Window (business)]] is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]], a series of operating systems developed by [[Wikipedia:Microsoft|Microsoft]].<br />
*One of the variants of [[Walkie Talkie]] is called 'Toys-R-Mine Walkie Talkie' The manufacturer's name is a reference to the toy retailer [[Wikipedia:Toys "R" Us|Toys "R" Us]].<br />
*The clothing store chain [[Hugo Plush]] is likely referencing the luxury retailer [[Wikipedia:Hugo Boss|Hugo Boss]].<br />
==Project Zomboid references in other media==<br />
*Sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]] references Zomboid in the main menu. Occasionally there's a splash text saying "Also try Project Zomboid!"<br />
*Survival game, [[Wikipedia:NEO Scavenger|NEO Scavenger]] also occasionally references Zomboid in it's main menu.<br />
*Project Zomboid's mascot [[Spiffo]], can be found in the form of a rare plush item in 2D sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]]. The plush acts as a pet summon item, allowing you to summon Spiffo to join you on your adventures.<br />
<br />
==Gallery==<br />
<gallery><br />
File:Romero Center for the Performing Arts.png|Romero Center for the Performing Arts is a theater in Louisville, referencing film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]].<br />
File:Crossroads mall.png|The Crossroads Mall in Valley Station, referencing the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
File:Bateman Office Building.png|Bateman Office Building in Louisville, referencing the fictional character [[Wikipedia:Patrick Bateman|Patrick Bateman]].<br />
File:Lunchbox 02 Model.png|The pink lunchbox featuring one of the writers, Will Porter.<br />
File:Nolan's logo.png|Advertisement sign outside of Nolan's Used Cars, the dealership is named after mod author, nolanritchie.<br />
File:Window.png|Window is a store in Louisville. The name and logo referencing [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]].<br />
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{{Header|Project Zomboid|version=Version 41|incver=78.16}}<br />
[[File:Spiffo in Terraria.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Spiffo]] enjoying the bloodshed in [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]].]]<br />
During your time exploring [[Knox Country]], various '''Easter eggs''' can be found throughout the area, referencing other games, media, developers etc. Many of these references are in the form of business names, graffiti, items, etc.<br />
<br />
==Pop-culture==<br />
[[File:Goodman Exterior.png|300px|thumb|right|[[Goodman Legal Services]] in [[Louisville]] is a reference to Saul Goodman, a character in TV Series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].]]<br />
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*[[Romero Center for the Performing Arts]] is a theater in [[Louisville]]. The theater's name is a reference to film director [[Wikipedia:George A. Romero|George A. Romero]]. Romero invented the modern zombie with his debut film [[Wikipedia:Night of the Living Dead|Night of the Living Dead]].<br />
*The [[Crossroads Mall]] in [[Valley Station]] is a reference to the mall of the same name in the film [[Wikipedia:Dawn of the Dead (2004 film)|Dawn of the Dead (2004)]].<br />
*The challenge mode '[[A Really CD DA]]' is a reference to the survival game, [[Wikipedia:Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead|Cataclysm: Dark Days Ahead]].<br />
*[[Goodman Legal Services]] is a law firm in Louisville, the name is a reference to Saul Goodman, a lawyer in the TV series [[Wikipedia:Breaking Bad|Breaking Bad]] and the spin-off series [[Wikipedia:Better Call Saul|Better Call Saul]].<br />
*[[A-1 Laundry]] are a chain of laundromats that are located in Louisville. The name is a reference to A1A Car Wash, a fictional car wash in Breaking Bad.<br />
*It can be possible to encounter a zombie wearing a [[Hockey Mask]] and with a [[Machete]] on their back. This is a reference to the immortal slasher [[Wikipedia:Jason Voorhees|Jason Voorhees]] from the [[Wikipedia:Friday_the_13th_(franchise)|Friday the 13th]] film franchise.<br />
*The [[Waites Motel]] in [[Muldraugh]], is likely a reference to the Bates Motel from the slasher film, [[Wikipedia:Psycho (1960 film)|Psycho]].<br />
*[[Bateman Office Building]] in Downtown Louisville is likely a reference to Patrick Bateman, villain protagonist of the 'American Psycho' novel and film adaptation.<br />
*[[Back To The Nurture Chiropractic Services]] is a chain of chiropractic offices with locations in Louisville and [[Riverside]]. The business name is likely a reference to the [[Wikipedia:Back to the Future (franchise)|Back to the Future]] film trilogy.<br />
*Deep in the woods outside of Muldraugh and Rosewood, a message made out of dirt paths can be found. The message is a love heart with the name Brian. This is a reference to Brian Hicks, creative director behind the zombie survival game, [[Wikipedia:DayZ (video game)|DayZ]].<br />
*A [[CD]] called 'Raps for Christ' is likely a reference to a christian hip hop song and internet meme known as [[Wikipedia:Rappin' for Jesus|Rappin' for Jesus]].<br />
<br />
==The Indie Stone==<br />
[[File:Sunstar Graffiti.png|300px|thumb|right|Some of the graffiti in Knox Country references various developers.]]<br />
<br />
*A construction site in Muldraugh is owned by [[T.I.S. Construction]], referencing [[The Indie Stone]], the developer studio behind Project Zomboid.<br />
*[[Spiffo]], the game's adorable mascot was a character from [[PAWS]], an unreleased fighting game that Indie Stone were previously working on.<br />
*In several areas of Knox Country, you can find "NasKo" spray-painted on a wall, this is a reference to the Community Manager, [[User:NasKo|NasKo]].<br />
*Some areas also have "RingoD" spray-painted on the wall. The graffiti is referencing former modder, turned developer, [[Paul Ring]].<br />
*[[Enigma Books]] is a chain of book stores with locations in [[West Point]] and Riverside, referencing the Support & Operations Manager, [[EnigmaGrey]].<br />
*The hardware store chain [[Zac's Hardware]] in Louisville, refers to developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/246247/zac-congo/ Zac Congo].<br />
*A cafe in Louisville, [[Cafe d'Eris]] is a reference to [https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993046686 Eris], a former modder, turned developer.<br />
*[[The Blue Fox]], a restauraunt in Louisville, references developer [[Fox Chaotica]].<br />
*One of the [[Lunchbox]] variants has the face of [[Will Porter]] surrounded by love hearts. Porter is one of the game's writers.<br />
*[[A.A. Ron Hunting Supply]] is also a reference to Will's son. The business name is also likely a reference to the comedy duo [[Wikipedia:Key & Peele|Key & Peele]]'s substitute teacher sketch.<br />
*A rare variant of the [[T-Shirt]] has the face of one of the developers, [[Romain Dron]].<br />
*[[R. Johnson Office Building]] in Louisville, references Robert Johnson/RJ, an alias used by Dron.<br />
*[[Romuald Dron Memorial Park]] was dedicated to the brother of RJ, who has sadly passed away. The park is located in Louisville.<br />
*A nightclub in Louisville, [[Beever's]] references [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248463/zach-beever/ Zach Beever], one of the composers behind much of the soundtrack.<br />
*[[Aitor Wire Company]], a factory in Louisville, references developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248483/aitor-garca-de-la-cruz/ Aitor Garca de la Cruz].<br />
*A clothing store in Louisville, [[Yuri Design]], is named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/472751/yuri-yakovlev/ Yuri Yakovlev].<br />
*An abandoned factory town near Riverside has "Tanglewood" graffitied on one of the houses, referring to [[Tanglewood Games]], a studio assisting with development.<br />
*[[Andrei and Son Hand-Crafted Wallets]] is a factory in Louisville, named after developer [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1119964/andrei-topilin/ Andrei Topilin].<br />
*The clothing store [[Sasha Sashay]] in Louisivlle, is a reference to the Lead QA Tester, [https://www.mobygames.com/person/1248497/sasha-mihailova/ Pandorea].<br />
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==Community==<br />
[[File:Twiggy's Bar External.png|300px|thumb|right|Various members of the community are referenced in the game, such as [[Twiggy's]] in [[West Point]], a bar named after former Youtuber and streamer "sirtwiggy"]]<br />
<br />
*[[Twiggy's]] is a bar located in West Point, the bar is named after sirtwiggy, former Project Zomboid YouTuber and streamer. Twiggy is also one of the callers on [[KnoxTalk Radio]].<br />
*[[KPK Consulting Business Investments]] in Louisville, references KPKPlays, a friend of TIS.<br />
*[[Hair O Genesis]] is a chain of barber shops that have several locations in Knox Country, the chain is named after Ontogenesis, a friend of TIS.<br />
*A car dealership [[Nolan's Used Cars]], located in [[Dixie Mobile Park]], references nolanritchie, a modder behind several popular mods, one of which being the Driving Cars Mod.<br />
*In the woods outside of Muldraugh, you can find [[Ben's Cabin]], the name is referencing a forum user known as haze1434 and it being their base right before the birth of his child. Haze had to leave to go to the hospital because his wife was about to give birth. Their child was named Ben and the cabin was named after them as a way of commemorating this event.<br />
*The in-game show ''Moderators'', is a reference to an actual event, when someone on the moderation team tried to ban a user from the forums, but accidentally made them an admin instead. Whoops!<br />
<br />
==Miscellaneous==<br />
*The [[Art Gallery of Louisville]] contains various references to real life artwork. Various paintings from [[Wikipedia:Vincent van Gogh|Vincent van Gogh]], the Statue of [[Wikipedia:David (Michelangelo)|David]], etc.<br />
*Sometimes you can find houses with containers filled to the brim with [[Toilet Paper]]. This is a reference to global supply shortages during the [[Wikipedi:COVID-19|COVID-19]] pandemic, with toilet paper being one of the main items suffering shortages due to panic buying.<br />
*A window shop in Louisville named [[Window (business)]] is a reference to [[Wikipedia:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]], a series of operating systems developed by Microsoft.<br />
<br />
==Project Zomboid References==<br />
*Sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Minecraft|Minecraft]] references Zomboid in the main menu. Occasionally there's a splash text saying "Also try Project Zomboid!"<br />
*Survival game, [[Wikipedia:NEO Scavenger|NEO Scavenger]] also occasionally references Zomboid in it's main menu.<br />
*Project Zomboid's mascot [[Spiffo]], can be found in the form of a rare plush item in 2D sandbox game, [[Wikipedia:Terraria|Terraria]]. The plush acts as a pet summon item, allowing you to summon Spiffo to join you on your adventures.</div>LethalCitizenhttps://pzwiki.net/w/index.php?title=File:Sunstar_Graffiti.png&diff=192995File:Sunstar Graffiti.png2024-01-08T03:57:23Z<p>LethalCitizen: </p>
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