Dayz Update 1.79 Patch Notes for PS4, PC & Xbox (Patch 1.28.2)

Dayz update 1.79 (patch 1.28.2) is available to download on PS4, PC, and Xbox One. According to the official Dayz 1.79 patch notes, DayZ’s 1.28 update addresses unintended item handling, random item spawns, and vehicle positioning glitches. Additionally, today’s Dayz patch 1.79 also addresses exploits such as freezing others. Structure detection for characters is now accurate.

Dayz 1.79 Patch Notes – July 1, 2025

Patch Summary

• Fixed multiple glitches allowing unintended item handling and spawns.
• Resolved vehicle positioning and character structure detection issues.
• Addressed exploit used to freeze other players.
• Noted ongoing issue with underground water tank.

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General Game Fixes

User Actions & Item Handling

• Fixed: User actions no longer display in unintended scenarios. (T192380)

• Fixed: Prevented glitch allowing unintended items to be taken into hands. (T192645 – private)

Item & Object Glitches

• Fixed: Random item spawn glitch removed.

Vehicle & Positioning

• Fixed: Resolved vehicle-related position glitch. (T192399, T192730 – private)

Structure Detection

• Fixed: Character now properly detected inside structures, resolving related issues.

Player Exploits

• Fixed: Exploit allowing players to freeze others has been patched. (T192480 – private)

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Known Issues

Water Tank Access

• Issue: Drinking from the Dambog underground water tank is currently not possible.

Previously, a major Dayz update 1.27 added Frostline Expansion with new locations, interactive snow mechanics, and key gameplay improvements. Heat buffering, sound design, and inventory systems have been enhanced. Today’s Dayz version 1.79 will address a few of these issues. Download the free Dayz update 1.79 on PlayStation 4, PC, and Xbox One.