Alright, so let me take y’all back to the moment I really screwed things up in 7 Days to Die. You know that feeling when you’re cruising through the game, thinking you’ve got it all figured out, and then—boom—you hit a wall? Well, that wall for me was a slew of poorly thought-out console commands that led to the total destruction of my base. Yep, it was a hot mess. And in case you’re wondering, console commands were supposed to make my life easier. Instead, they made me lose everything. Let me explain.
How I Got Hooked On 7 Days To Die Console Commands
So, there I was, just casually surviving in 7 Days to Die, minding my business, building a sweet little fortress out of scrap metal. Then, I started watching videos of other players doing insane things with the 7 Days to Die console commands. These folks were summoning hordes of zombies, spawning gear that looked straight out of a Mad Max movie, and generally bending the game to their will. It looked fun, right? Maybe too fun.
I figured, “Why not? I could use a few helpful console commands to make things easier.” Spoiler alert: I was wrong.
What Exactly Are 7 Days To Die Console Commands?
In case you’re not familiar, 7 Days to Die console commands are, like, little cheat codes for the game. They let you do stuff like spawn resources, change game rules, and even alter the game world. Sounds cool, right? Like a magical shortcut to skip the grind and get straight to the action. But here’s the kicker: not knowing what the hell you’re doing can easily ruin your entire experience.
The first few console commands I tried were harmless enough—spawning in a few resources, clearing up my inventory. But then I started getting cocky. “Maybe I could spawn in a few weapons…” Big mistake.
The Moment I Realized I Messed Up
One day, after watching another player summon some epic loot, I thought to myself, “Okay, let’s spice things up.” I wasn’t just going to spawn a few boxes of nails; no, I needed powerful stuff—like, maybe a rocket launcher or two. Because who doesn’t want to feel like a badass?
Here’s where it all went south: I typed in a command to spawn some top-tier gear, thinking it would give me the upper hand. And, boy, it did. But it also made the game way too easy. I wasn’t scavenging anymore, wasn’t earning my resources—hell, I wasn’t even fighting zombies the way I used to. It felt like cheating. But it didn’t end there. Oh, no.
I Got Overconfident With The “Destroy” Command
Fast forward past three failed attempts at “modding” my game (yes, I deleted half of my stash and had to start over), and I thought, “I’m ready for the big leagues.” Enter the “destroy” command.
The idea was simple: I wanted to delete a couple of random items cluttering up my storage. But instead of picking a few scattered crates, I decided to clean up my entire base. Bad idea. One wrong move, and my whole world came crashing down.
You need nitrogen-rich soil for composting… Wait, no, was it potassium?
I swear, this is what was going through my head as I hit that “destroy” button. There was a moment of disbelief as everything I had worked for—my walls, my forges, my precious workbenches—disappeared. Poof. Gone. Like I’d never even set foot in that base. I watched my screen as the game erased months of progress. And I had no backup. I hadn’t saved in forever.
The Fallout Of My Command Catastrophe
I tried everything. Reloading. Restarting. Even trying to use some “restore” commands that I had barely skimmed through in a forum post. Nope. It was over. I had lost my base, my inventory, and any hope of recovery. Everything was wiped clean.
In case you’re wondering, I was upset. Like, throw-the-controller-at-the-wall upset. But hey, it wasn’t the end of the world, right? I mean, it was, but I figured I’d get back on my feet eventually. Right?
The Hard-Earned Lessons I Learned
Anyway, here’s the kicker: after I picked myself up off the floor (and apologized to my controller), I realized that using 7 Days to Die console commands wasn’t the problem. The problem was how I was using them. There’s a balance to this game, and the moment you start exploiting console commands to make things “easier”—well, you mess with that balance.
Fast forward past me kicking myself for not having backup saves… I decided to make a list of do’s and don’ts to prevent the same thing from happening again.
1. Understand What You’Re Typing
This is a big one. There’s nothing worse than typing a command with a false sense of security, only to watch your whole base go up in smoke. So before you start typing in any 7 Days to Die console commands, understand exactly what they do. Don’t just copy-paste from a YouTube video; look them up. You don’t want to accidentally destroy your base.
2. Backups, Backups, Backups
Can’t say it enough: back up your save. The game isn’t forgiving when it comes to console command mishaps. Like I mentioned before, I didn’t have a backup. My dumb mistake. Always save your game regularly, especially when experimenting with commands that could alter your world. Trust me, you’ll thank yourself later.
3. Use Commands Sparingly
Look, I get it. Using 7 Days to Die console commands feels like the ultimate power trip. But it’s also a one-way ticket to a broken game. Use them in moderation. Maybe spawn a couple of items if you’re feeling lazy, but don’t turn your whole experience into a cheat-fest. The fun of 7 Days to Die is the survival aspect—not just pressing a button and getting everything you want.
4. Test Stuff In A Separate World
Before you wreck your main world with commands, start a new one and go wild. Experiment with all the console commands you want. This will let you see their effects without any real consequences. I wish I had done this.
5. Avoid Destructive Commands
This one’s a no-brainer. If there’s a command that has the potential to destroy something in the game—whether it’s items, buildings, or even the whole world—don’t mess with it unless you’re 100% sure. I wasn’t, and, well… here we are.
How I Got Back On Track After The Disaster
After my console command disaster, I thought about quitting 7 Days to Die for good. The thought of starting over—again—was too much to bear. But, y’know, I’m stubborn. So, I started a new world. And guess what? I did it without using any 7 Days to Die console commands.
This time, I took the slow route: scavenging for supplies, carefully building my base, and defending it from waves of zombies the old-fashioned way. No shortcuts. No cheats. It felt way more rewarding.
I remember the first time I successfully defended my base with a real weapon, not one I spawned from a console command. The thrill of victory was back.
Rebuilding Was Actually Fun
You know what? Rebuilding wasn’t as bad as I thought. In fact, it was kinda satisfying. I took my time, made sure I was playing the game the right way. And when I saw the final product—a sturdy, well-fortified base that I had actually earned—I felt a huge sense of accomplishment.
So, I guess you could say I learned my lesson. Use 7 Days to Die console commands if you want, but be prepared for the consequences. And, for the love of all things holy, keep backup saves.
Final Thoughts: Console Commands Aren’T The Enemy, I Am
Here’s the takeaway: 7 Days to Die console commands are like a good spicy sauce. A little goes a long way. Too much, and your whole game goes sour. So, use them wisely, and don’t get cocky. Trust me—I learned that lesson the hard way.
And remember, y’all—don’t forget to save your game.
