Software

DayZ: Cool Edition

Nintendo Switch 2

DayZ is a gritty, authentic, open-world survival horror hybrid-MMO game, where players follow a single goal: survive by any means necessary.

This is Your Story DayZ is a hardcore, survival-focused multiplayer sandbox. Thrown into post-apocalyptic wastelands, you have a singular goal: survive. There are no missions or quests. Your story will be written by facing the unpredictable challenges created by the environment, the infected, and your interactions with other survivors. Every decision is yours. This is your ultimate survival story. Immersion First You will find no map markers, mini-maps, or navigational HUDs. From diseases and immunity to hunger and body temperature, information is conveyed through a minimal, toggleable HUD or, more importantly, through your own observations. To survive, you must physically search for every tool, ration, and piece of gear. Your survival depends on reading the environment, monitoring the state of your character, and looting strategically. Three Terrains to Explore DayZ is set in fictional countries crafted with a commitment to authenticity. The base game includes two distinct maps: legendary Chernarus and the mysterious woodlands of Livonia. Chernarus, a sprawling 230 km² post-Soviet landscape, remains the quintessential DayZ experience. This community favorite is a hand-crafted terrain, inspired by real-world locations in North Bohemia of the Czech Republic. Livonia offers a different challenge. This 168 km² map may seem more habitable with its lush, dense forests, but looks can be deceiving. Beneath its surface lies a deep secret: one that presents a fresh survival trial for even the most experienced players. Sakhal promises a perilous winter survival adventure! This snow-covered archipelago spans an impressive 83 km² (not including ice sheets) and features a breathtaking winter wilderness teeming with new challenges and opportunities for survival. Survive, Survive, Survive Everything is out to get you. Dangers lurk in plain sight and in the shadows, from aggressive infected who attack on sight to wolves and bears prowling the forests. But that's not all. You'll also have to tackle various diseases, learn to diagnose them by observing your condition, and find the necessary treatments. Loot and gear are scarce, but crafting features can help fill the gap. Patch up your damaged clothes, make a fire to cook your rations, craft improvised tools, and scour the quiet yet deceptively dangerous villages and cities. Friendly or Foe: You Decide Keep in mind that up to 60 players are trying to survive along with you at any time. They can be an obstacle to clear, a helping hand to cherish, or anything in between. Emote and say “friendly!” over voice chat. Maybe you’ll find yourself staring down the barrel of a gun, tied up and gagged with a rag in your mouth. Or maybe you’ll encounter the helping hand of a friendly veteran and make a friend for life. The possibilities are endless in DayZ. Every encounter is a unique experience. Beyond Survival Build a base, cultivate a farm, hunt, fish, and place traps to protect your space. Or fix a car or truck and cruise through the wasteland with a friend, searching for high-tier loot at various dynamic events like train crashes, abandoned military convoys, PvP hotspots, points of interest, and more. You can even find full NBC suits to enter dangerous contaminated zones. The arsenal you can search for is vast, with over 50 types of firearms available, along with their unique magazines and ammo. It won’t be easy. And no two lives will ever be the same.

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Required for Use

  • - Internet connection

Notices

This software includes modes or features for which an internet connection and a paid membership to Nintendo Switch Online are required. Any online play modes require a paid membership to Nintendo Switch Online.
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Required Space

Nintendo Switch 2
16.1GB
Supported Play Modes
Number of Players
1
Number of Players (Online)
1 - 60
Family Group Lending
Supported
Save Data Cloud
Not supportedThis software stores save data on its own server.
Supported Platforms
Nintendo Switch 2
Publisher
Bohemia Interactive
Genre
Shooting / Action
Supported Languages
  • Japanese,
  • English,
  • Portuguese,
  • Spanish,
  • French,
  • German,
  • Italian,
  • Russian,
  • Chinese (Simplified),
  • Chinese (Traditional),
  • Polish
Age Rating
MA15+
Online Interactivity, Strong Themes, Strong Violence, Users Interact

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If there is not enough free space available, you can delete unnecessary software or insert a microSD card with enough space.
Note: Nintendo Switch 2 is only compatible with microSD Express cards.

About Supported Features

This software supports the following: - Touch screen

This game may contain content not appropriate for all ages, or may not be appropriate for viewing at work: Frequent Violence or Gore, General Mature Content. DayZ is a multiplayer-focused sandbox game. Other players might behave unpredictably and impact the game experience significantly. Voice chat and text chat can be disabled from the in-game options menu.

This game may contain content not appropriate for all ages, or may not be appropriate for viewing at work: Frequent Violence or Gore, General Mature Content. DayZ is a multiplayer-focused sandbox game. Other players might behave unpredictably and impact the game experience significantly. Voice chat and text chat can be disabled from the in-game options menu.

© 2026 BOHEMIA INTERACTIVE a.s. DAYZ®, DAYZ FROSTLINE® and BOHEMIA INTERACTIVE® are registered trademarks of BOHEMIA INTERACTIVE a.s. All rights reserved.
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