Why Switch to Day(Z) Beans?
A better DayZ experience. For players. For communities.
"What makes it better than DZSA or the default launcher?"
Modern UI & Better UX
Clean, intuitive interface designed for how you actually play. No clutter, no confusion — just find servers and play.
Pre-Filtered Categories
Find exactly what you want: PVP, PVE, Roleplay, French, German, and more. Small communities get a fair chance to be discovered.
Smart Mod Management
Track used vs unused mods. Bulk unsubscribe. Filter by favorite servers. Repair broken mods. Your hard drive will thank you.
- See which mods you actually use
- Bulk cleanup unused mods
- Keep only mods from favorite servers
Community Hub
Not just a server browser — a living community. Share articles, discover mods, get notified about server events.
- Community members share DayZ articles
- Modders showcase their work
- Server owners promote events
- Stay connected with what's happening
Cross-Platform
Windows & Linux compatible. Play on your preferred OS.
- Windows: Installer & Signed Certificate for Protection
- Linux: Native AppImage for all major distributions
- Same features across all platforms
Web-to-Launcher Integration
Share your server with a simple link. Players click and join instantly — no manual IP copying, no hassle.
- One-click server join from any website
- Share servers via Discord, Twitter, or your website
- Automatic launcher detection & fallback
- Works with articles and events too
Already have the launcher running? Browse servers on the web at DayZ Beans Metrics and hit Join — the launcher picks it up instantly via our custom protocol.
Built-in Security
We actively protect the community from bad actors.
- Impersonators blocked automatically
- Fake servers filtered & blacklisted
- Report button on every server card
- Certified server protection
Promotion That Tells Your Story
We don't sell ads. We help you share your vision.
Your Server, Your Story
Featured cards show your description — explain what makes your server unique, not just stats.
Target Your Audience
Promote in specific categories. French server? Advertise to French players. PVP focused? Target PVP category.
Event Promotion
Announce events in the Community Hub. Bring players together. Make your community more alive.
Name Protection
Claim your server for free. We block impersonators automatically. Your reputation stays yours.
At a Glance
Ready to Try Something Better?
Free for players. Fair for server owners. Built for the community.