All Game Items

All Game Items in DayZ

This comprehensive guide covers every major item category in DayZ: weapons, armor, clothing, consumables, medical supplies, tools, building materials, currencies, and special items. All items are described with their function, acquisition methods, optimal uses, and synergies.

1. Weapons

DayZ features a wide array of ranged and melee weapons. Weapons degrade with use and can be repaired with weapon cleaning kits or sharpening stones (melee). Attachments (magazines, scopes, suppressors) are interchangeable within calibers.

#### 1.1 Melee Weapons
Melee are silent, require no ammo, but put you in close contact with infected (zombies) and players.

#### 1.2 Ranged Weapons – Pistols
Pistols are secondary weapons, light, and fit in holsters. Common calibers: .22 LR, 9x19mm, .45 ACP.

#### 1.3 Ranged Weapons – Rifles
Rifles are primary weapons for medium to long range. Calibers: 5.56x45mm NATO, 7.62x39mm, 7.62x54mmR, .308 Win, 6.5mm.

#### 1.4 Shotguns
Shotguns use shells: 12 gauge (buckshot or slugs). Good for close quarters.

#### 1.5 Submachine Guns
SMGs are lightweight, high fire rate, use pistol calibers.

| SG5-K (MPX) | .357 SIG?? Actually SG5-K is a short rifle? In game, there is SG5-K which is a 9mm SMG? Wait: DayZ has M16A2? No SMG list: MP-5K, SG5-K (based on SIG MPX, 9mm), Vikhr (9x39mm, rare), Bizon (9x18mm, rare). Let’s simplify: The key SMGs are MP-5K (9mm) and M16? No. See official wiki:

• MP-5K (9x19)


• SG5-K (9x19, compact)


• Vikhr (9x39, rare, high damage)


• Bizon (9x18, 64-round helical mag)


• AK-74U sometimes considered carbine but listed as assault rifle.

For brevity, I'll list major ones.

2. Ammunition

Each caliber has various types (FMJ, tracer, armor-piercing in mods, but vanilla has only standard). Ammo types: Ball, Tracer, Rubber (for pistols? Only in mods). Key calibers (vanilla) and box sizes:

How to obtain: Loot in military zones, police stations, hitman camps, or from dead players.

3. Armor & Clothing

Armor reduces damage from bullets and melee. Clothing affects camouflage, insulation, and storage.

#### 3.1 Helmets
#### 3.2 Vests
Carrier vests can have pouches attached for extra storage.

#### 3.3 Clothing (Tops, Pants, Boots)
Clothing provides no armor but affects camouflage, temperature insulation, and inventory slots.

4. Consumables

#### 4.1 Food
Hunger is essential; food provides calories and hydration.

#### 4.2 Drinks
Dehydration kills quickly. Water bottles can be refilled from natural sources (ponds, wells) but require purification tablets for safety.

#### 4.3 Medicine & Treatment
The medical system: Bleeding → apply bandage/rag. Blood loss → saline/blood bag. Infection → tetracycline. Poisoning → charcoal. Pain → painkillers (effects on vision and aim).

5. Tools & Equipment

#### 5.1 Navigation
#### 5.2 Light Sources
#### 5.3 Multi-tools & Repair
#### 5.4 Storage
Backpacks increase carry capacity. Types:

6. Building Materials & Base Building

Used to construct bases (walls, gates, watchtowers) for storage and defense. Only available in game; not all servers allow persistence.

Building Process:
1. Obtain materials (logs, nails, planks).
2. Craft a Fence Kit (Logs + Nails).
3. Place and upgrade with planks, then metal wire for barbed wire.
4. Add gates with padlocks.

7. Materials & Crafting Components

These are used in crafting or as fuel.

8. Currency & Special Items

DayZ has no traditional currency. Trade is barter-based, but there are rare valuable items used in player trading (on community servers with mods) or as trophy collectibles.

Vanilla has no real collectibles or currency beyond gear value. On servers with Economics mod, there might be Ruples or USD but not official.

9. Medical Items (Advanced)

10. Fishing & Animal Hunting

11. Traps & Equipment

12. Vehicles

Vehicles require parts to operate: battery, spark plug, radiator, wheels, and fuel (gasoline or diesel). Part items:

13. Attachments & Modifications

Weapons can be modified with attachments.

14. Key Items for Survival

Pro Tip: Always carry a Canteen or Water Bottle, a Knife, Bandages, and a Compass. These are the bare minimum for any expedition.

15. Final Notes on Item Synergies

• Knife + Branches = Long Stick (crafting spear).


• Knife + Clothing = Rags.


• Rags + Sticks = Fireplace.


• Canned food + Can opener = Safe food without knife mess. (You can open with knife but risk cutting yourself).


• Water Bottle + Chlorine Tablets = Safe pond water. (If you find tablets).


• Saline bag + IV Start Kit = Administer IV hydration.


• Blood bag + IV Start Kit = Blood transfusion (risk infection if mismatch).

This guide covers all major items in DayZ as of the latest stable version. Remember that items spawn locations vary by server loot economy settings. Always adapt to your situation and prioritize survival essentials over luxury gear.

Happy surviving!