The POIs (Points of Interest — hubs such as towns and facilities) scattered across the map in 7 Days to Die are filled with atmospheric lighting like neon signs and ceiling lights. Normally players can’t control these freely, but this MOD apparently gives you a way to do just that.
What kind of MOD is it?
This is a MOD by ocbMaurice in the “Cheats” category, described as letting anyone toggle (switch on/off) the lights placed in POIs. As the author himself calls it “a silly mod,” it isn’t so much something that drastically changes game balance as a small, handy tool for enjoying base building, screenshots, and atmosphere.
Key features
- Manual control of POI lighting: Decorative lights that are normally fixed can apparently be turned on and off.
- Building base atmosphere: When you turn an existing building into your own base, it looks like it becomes easier to create effects that make use of the lighting.
- A lightweight cheat MOD: Rather than a large-scale change to game mechanics, it seems to be simple content focused solely on a light-toggle function.
Installation tips
- EAC must be OFF: The author clearly states that “you need to turn EAC (Easy Anti-Cheat) OFF.” Be sure to disable EAC on the launcher side before installing.
- Be careful in multiplayer: The author himself apparently notes that he’s “not sure if it works in multiplayer.” If you’re going to use it on a shared server, it’s best to first check its behavior in a solo or test environment.
- General installation method: As with a normal MOD, you’ll likely place the unzipped folder into 7 Days to Die’s
Modsfolder. Since the version is listed as “V2.X,” check the distribution page for compatibility with your game version.
Who is it for?
- People who want to use an existing POI as-is for their base and create atmosphere with lighting
- People who care about making screenshots and streams look good
- Solo players who want to try out a tool with a bit of playful fun
On the other hand, it may not suit those who don’t want to upset a strict survival balance, or those who want to keep EAC enabled and play in a pure multiplayer environment. It looks like a MOD best enjoyed by casually trying it out in solo first.
Uncertain points about installation and behavior are left as “apparently.” For the actual supported versions and multiplayer behavior, be sure to check the latest information on the Nexus distribution page.