Here’s an introduction to a large decoration-focused collection aimed at anyone who enjoys building in 7 Days to Die. The author is Nuvar, and the category is Overhauls. According to the page, the latest tested version is V2.1, and it requires a server-side install (the image notes “Server-Side Install Required”). Note that if you want to use it in multiplayer, installing it on the server side is a prerequisite.
What kind of MOD is it?
As the name suggests, “Better Homes and Worlds – Complete Collection” is a bundle that brings together all the modlets in the Better Homes and Worlds series. It currently includes 12 modlets, and the setup seems to be that if you want everything in one package, you go with this collection, while if you only want to use some of them, you can pick and install them from each modlet’s individual page. The core of it is content that greatly expands base building and world decoration.
Main Features
Based on what can be gathered from the description, it seems to include the following.
- Interior Designer (v2.0) … The star of the decoration side. It adds a large number of wooden and metal furniture pieces, as well as wooden and metal signs, and the previously separate “Signage” and “Hoarder” have now been merged into it.
- Various helper blocks … There are 15 helpers that bring together the game’s signs and decorative blocks, and you can choose from options such as “Road Sign,” which gathers road signs, “Shop Signs (Lit),” which are POI signs that glow at night, and “Shop Signs (No Light),” the non-glowing type.
- Decorations by material and theme … Decoration helpers for lights, paper, cloth, wood, stone, polymer, technology, gore, beds, and more have also been added.
- Visual Storage … Adds containers that let you use what were originally one-time loot containers, such as ammo piles and supply piles, as storage chests. The interesting part is that you can turn them into practical storage while keeping their appearance.
There are several other modlets included beyond these, so it’s best to check each page for the finer details.
Installation Tips
The general procedure is to get the file from Nexus, extract it, and place it in the Mods folder. As mentioned above, since it’s stated that a server-side install is required, in multiplayer the basic approach seems to be installing it on the server side. Since you can choose whether to install the all-in-one collection or just the individual modlets you need, it’s a good idea to start by trying just one or two that catch your interest. We recommend backing up your save data before installing and checking the supported version (V2.1).
Who is it recommended for?
- Builders who want to be particular about the look and interior of their base or townscape
- Those who want to create a roleplay-style atmosphere using signs and road signs
- Those who want to add more storage while keeping the look of loot containers
- Those who want to greatly increase their decorative block options all at once
Conversely, for those looking for major overhauls to combat balance or progression, the direction is different. It’s probably best to think of this as a collection focused purely on “adding color to your home and your world.”
* This article is an introduction based on information posted on Nexus. Since specifications and version compatibility may be updated, be sure to check the distribution page for the latest information before installing.