DayZ's Free 2D Version Gets Major Update

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Developer Bohemia Interactive has announced a big update for one of its smallest games.
The Czech Republic-based developer on Wednesday released patch notes for the latest update for MiniDayZ, the free, 2D version of the open-world game originally launched in 2014.
Among other things, the update features a number of fixes and introduces a crafting mechanic. You can see the full MiniDayZ 1.2.0 changelog below.
MiniDay Z is single-player game where you explore Chernarus from a top-down perspective, searching for the food and supplies you need to stay alive, fighting zombies, and watching out for other survivors. The game was created by a fan with Bohemia Interactive's blessing.


It's played in-browser and is available exclusively from Bohemia Interactive's online store, so you'll need to create a free account in order to get it.
As for the real DayZ, it recently crossed 3 million in sales. In addition to extensive support for the PC edition, a console version of the game is also in the works for PlayStation 4, and probably Xbox One, too.
MiniDayZ 1.2.0 Changelog:

New:
Default items slot "Hands" added: now you can pick items if you don't have any clothing.
New pick up menu - right click: show/hide, left click on item in list to pick it up.
Crafting added.
Zombie crawlers added, you can meet them only in deep Chernarus.
Achievements added: Black box collector, Light the Night, Manic: the gathering, Untouchable, Tourist, Here's Johnny!
Items added: Ashwood stick, Wood sticks, Wood piles, Improvised bag, Improvised backpack, Burlap sack, Duct tape, Rope, Weapon cleaning kit, Papers, Hunter knife, Army knife, Butcher knife, Police hat, Night vision goggles, Civilian tent, Crafted arrows, Composite arrows, Improvised bow, Crossbow.
New wearing out system: when gear hits 0% condition it loses all slots and effects to player, and can't be repaired. Firearms stop shooting and melee deal low extra damage.
All loot from destroyed gear now drops on ground.
Link to MINIDAYZ map added in main menu.
Player now can chop down single standing trees (only with axes) to get Wood piles, Wood sticks and Ashwood sticks.
New zeds death animations and skins.
Hints in GUI shows gear properties like additional protection and heat.
Church added in "

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