Server Guides

Everything you need to know to survive and thrive

Getting Started

1. Joining the Server

Connect to our server using the Steam browser or DayZ Launcher:

  • Server IP: 37.156.35.65:2202
  • Search for "Crashout" in the DayZ server browser
  • Click the Connect button on our Servers page

2. First Spawn

When you first spawn, prioritize these objectives:

  • Find a weapon - Any melee weapon or firearm for zombie defense
  • Get food and water - Search houses, wells, and loot spawns
  • Find warm clothing - Prevent hypothermia in cold weather
  • Locate medical supplies - Bandages, vitamins, and painkillers

3. Essential Commands

!restart - Restart time

!kd - Kill/death Ratio

!kills - Total kills

!deaths - Total deaths

4. Join Our Discord

Connect with the community, get support, and stay updated on server events and maintenance.

Base Building Guide

Building Basics

Before starting your base:

  • Find a suitable location away from high-traffic areas
  • Gather planks, nails, and tools (hammer, saw, shovel)
  • Consider proximity to water sources and loot areas
  • Check if the area is in a restricted zone

Allowed Base Locations

  • ✅ Forest areas and clearings
  • ✅ Existing buildings (with limitations)
  • ✅ Open fields away from towns
  • ❌ Military zones
  • ❌ Trader safe zones
  • ❌ Spawn points and coastal areas

Base Protection

Secure your base effectively:

  • Use combination locks on gates and doors
  • Build multiple layers of walls
  • Hide valuable loot in buried stashes
  • Place watchtowers for visibility
  • Use barbed wire and traps as deterrents

Raiding Rules

Base raiding is allowed with these restrictions:

  • No offline raiding during maintenance windows
  • Must use in-game tools (no glitching or exploiting)
  • Cannot destroy more than necessary to gain entry

PvP Combat Tips

Combat Fundamentals

  • Use cover - Always position yourself behind walls, trees, or rocks
  • Move unpredictably - Strafe and crouch to avoid headshots
  • Know your weapon - Practice with different guns to learn recoil patterns
  • Listen carefully - Sound is crucial for detecting enemies
  • Manage stamina - Don't sprint everywhere, save energy for fights

Best PvP Loadouts

Close Range

PKP 20MM or PTRD, these guns dont have a scope wich makes them useful in close quarters

Long Range

AR50 or CSR50, these guns have a hunting optic most of the time, wich is useful for long-distance engagements

Situational Awareness

  • Always scan your surroundings before looting
  • Avoid open fields and roads when possible
  • Use third-person to peek around corners
  • Check for snipers on hills and buildings
  • Travel with a squad for better odds

Medical Combat Tips

Always carry these in PvP situations:

  • Bandages or rags for bleeding
  • Saline or blood bags for health recovery
  • Morphine for fractures
  • Epinephrine for shock recovery

Trading Guide

Trader Locations

Find traders at these safe zone locations:

  • Green Mountain - General trader
  • Bash Market - Weapons and ammunition
  • Devil's Castle - Vehicle parts and repairs
  • Altar Radio Station - Medical supplies

Safe Zone Rules

NO PVP IN SAFE ZONES

  • Cannot draw weapons within 200m of traders
  • Vehicles are protected from theft in safe zones
  • Violating safe zone rules results in automatic ban
  • Safe zones are marked with purple smoke signals

Currency System

The server uses these currencies:

Dollars ($) - The currency used for trading venders

Valuable Trade Items

Items worth collecting for trading:

  • Collectables (Optianable trough events)
  • multiple 338, 408 or 50cal guns
  • Armor (hexgrid or helmets)

Server Rules

Zero Tolerance

The following will result in immediate permanent ban:

  • Hacking, cheating, or using exploits
  • Racism, hate speech, or extreme toxicity
  • Duping items or abusing game bugs
  • DDoS threats or doxxing

General Rules

  • Respect all players and admins
  • English only in global chat
  • No spam, advertising, or selling accounts
  • Use appropriate character and base names
  • Report bugs and exploits to admins

Combat & KOS Rules

  • KOS (Kill on Sight) is allowed everywhere except safe zones
  • No combat logging - must wait 15 seconds after combat
  • No stream sniping or meta gaming
  • Camping spawns or safe zone exits is prohibited

Base & Raiding Rules

  • Bases must be accessible (no sky bases or glitched bases)
  • Raiding allowed 24/7 except during server restarts
  • Must use legitimate tools to raid (no glitching through walls)

Vehicle Rules

  • No hoarding vehicles at bases
  • Cannot block roads with vehicles

Appeals & Support

If you believe you were wrongly banned or need help:

  • Submit a ban appeal on our Discord
  • Provide evidence (screenshots, videos) if available
  • Remain respectful when communicating with staff
  • Appeals are reviewed within 24-48 hours