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Project Zomboid

[B41/B42] Hephas Stalker PDA
135 Comments
Saph 8 Oct @ 2:11pm 
Is it safe to add this in the middle of a playthrough? Thanks
Hephaistos  [author] 25 Sep @ 10:46pm 
Hey @Spectre,
thanks for the feedback!

The sound is implemented the same way as other in-game sounds and respects the game’s audio settings, so the issue is likely on your end.

Regarding the hotkey: as noted in the description, there’s already a map hotkey =>Numpad 0. The PDA simply calls the vanilla map function, so I’m fairly confident the problem is caused by the Darker Maps mod.
Spectre 20 Sep @ 6:26pm 
I'm so happy to have found a mod that adds this item, it's awesome! I do have three things to say though.

1) The PDA sound when you open the map or use it for weather? It does not follow the setting for game or master sound. It's VERY loud.
2) It would be awesome that if you have the PDA equiped on your hotbar and you pull it out and press M while using the setting to only allow map with PDA, if the map opens up instead of having to right click and open map.
3) Not sure if the PDA has anything to do with darker maps not working
Hephaistos  [author] 5 Sep @ 6:59am 
@NonstickSQYD
Thanks! :spiffo:

What exactly is causing the errors? If you don’t mind, could you head over to the Bugs & Issues thread and describe the problem in a bit more detail, so I can look into fixing it?
NonstickSQYD 3 Sep @ 8:47am 
easily one of my favorite mods i like having to physically access the map thru the pda not sure how to use the minimap with it tho it was causing errors
Hephaistos  [author] 25 Aug @ 11:12am 
@Ex Ossibus Fumus
Currently the battery is required for all radio interactions and it is drained when left on. Everything else is as of now "free". As for the sandbox option to hide the song, I will think about that. :spiffo:

@sprya
Its currently not planned making it craftable but I might take a look at it once I have a bit more time.
Ex Ossibus Fumus 19 Aug @ 9:46pm 
Requiring a battery to function and battery drain would be cool. As well as a sandbox option to disable the song, i click it by accident sometimes...
sprya 19 Aug @ 4:13pm 
make it craftable!! (and a way to disable spawns)!! thank
Hephaistos  [author] 18 Aug @ 1:31pm 
@Gradenone
I didn't tested it with split screen and controller but it should work with that I guess?

Feel free to check it out
Gradenone 17 Aug @ 7:28am 
Is compatible for controller and split screen
Hephaistos  [author] 15 Aug @ 11:31pm 
@gonna shit
I dont get what you exactly want here. The PDA functions as a standard vanilla walkie talkie with its standard radio panel, nothing more and nothing less.

You would need to ask the author of the overhaul mod to make it compatible because the PDA is codewise a standard walkie talkie with custom features on top of it.
gonna shit 15 Aug @ 7:05pm 
bad news guys its not compatible with tvs and radio reinvented.

im not saying make an entire ui im just saying make it so at least it opens the vanilla panel just like true music
Hephaistos  [author] 5 Aug @ 11:34pm 
@Lorem
That's not supposed to happen. I will take a look at it this weekend :spiffo:
Lorem 4 Aug @ 3:34pm 
Hey @Hephaistos!

No errors found. The only issue is the mini map closes automatically when holding the PDA while driving.
Hephaistos  [author] 4 Aug @ 6:24am 
Hej @Lorem,
As long as your character is holding the PDA the minimap should not close automaticall :handsup:

Do you get any errors? I am going try to reproduce that once I have a bit more time :spiffo:
Lorem 3 Aug @ 7:48pm 
We're using this mod (MP) and use the PDA while driving to show the mini map. Is it normal for the mini map to close on its own if we hold the PDA for too long?
Hephaistos  [author] 3 Aug @ 10:35am 
@Zombie967
Thanks a lot!

There are already two ways to open the PDA without clicking on it:
Shortcut: Press Numpad 0 to open the map.
Mini Map: Hold down M and select "Mini Map" (if the mini map option is enabled).

Both methods will automatically equip the PDA in your primary hand, because you can’t view the map while it’s just hanging on your belt :spiffo:
Zombie967 3 Aug @ 2:27am 
Fantastic mod. keybinds would be amazing so that you can rebind the base map to the PDA instead so you don't have to click a bunch in order to immerse yourself in stalker gameplay much easier.
gonna shit 31 Jul @ 4:56pm 
[B41/B42] Realistic Map View looks good with this
gonna shit 31 Jul @ 4:53pm 
i wish there was a way to not need to hold it on ur hand to use as a minimap or at least be held on offhand
Hephaistos  [author] 24 Jul @ 8:24am 
@UwU
Thanks for the suggestion! At the moment, that feature isn’t planned, as it would throw off the balance of the item and make it a bit too overpowered.

However, I’ve been toying with the idea of creating modular upgrades for the PDA, each offering different features and a scanner module could definitely be one of them but it would function a bit differently then a minimap with pinpoint zombie displaying.
That said, everything is still in the concept phase for now.
UwU 20 Jul @ 12:45am 
I understand that this might be difficult, but what if you add a zombie display to the minimap? Similar to eris_minimap in b41. This could blow up this community!!!
Loving this mod so much, every time want to find this incredible item:heart_eyes_yeti:
Codsworth 18 Jul @ 11:09am 
Awesome thank you!!
Hephaistos  [author] 18 Jul @ 10:15am 
@Codsworth
Thanks a lot!
There is a sandbox setting for Fahrenheit:spiffo:
Codsworth 18 Jul @ 6:37am 
I am loving this mod, i was wondering if there was any way to get the PDA to be in Fahrenheit when it reads out the weather
Stealth'23 17 Jul @ 1:16pm 
I mean it gives 2 types of errors. Even though the game runs, but with a lot of stutter.
Hephaistos  [author] 17 Jul @ 12:37pm 
@Stealth
Thanks! As for the compatibility: Did you test it and can confirm that it doesnt work?
Stealth'23 17 Jul @ 10:06am 
nice mod, could you please make it compatible with bandits and week one?
Desu Pink 8 Jul @ 2:26am 
I understand thank you for taking the time to reply and clarifying it <3
Hephaistos  [author] 8 Jul @ 1:21am 
@Desu
Thanks!

Adding compatibility for True Music will take a bit of time, so I won’t be doing that as of now, as I’m currently occupied with a big project - Post-Soviet Armory B42 Revamp

Buuuut if someone wants to sponsor that feature, I could definitely reevaluate the importance of it lmao

As for the player restrictions, I think I understand what you’re aiming for. However, the map and minimap settings are global in vanilla.

What you’re describing would require a custom mod that assigns specific flags to individual players and grants them access to certain vanilla functions. So unfortunately, it’s not possible using vanilla settings alone.
Desu Pink 7 Jul @ 9:02am 
hihi! couple of things . firstly great mod no real complaints its great fun. However would there be a way to add compatibility to play cassettes/ add support for true music? Secondly which might be a thing . is there a way to have the pda work differently for people on the server? I would like a more hardcore forced to use pda for directions but I wouldnt want to force that on other people on the server so they can see the minimap regardless
Hephaistos  [author] 1 Jul @ 8:17am 
@all
New update is out!
You can now use the minimap with the PDA and even restrict it to PDA-only access if you want.

Check the change notes for full details!
Hephaistos  [author] 29 Jun @ 3:10pm 
@all
I’ve found a solid approach to implement the frequently requested minimap feature. The first draft is already working, but still needs some refinement. (You can also expect a new and familiar sound!)

Stay tuned for the next update! :spiffo:
Hephaistos  [author] 28 Jun @ 10:39am 
@Gore
Currently, there’s no such option. I’m a bit tied up with a big project at the moment, but I’ll take a look at the possibility tomorrow.

No promises but if it’s doable without causing issues, it might be added very soon. :spiffo:
Gore 26 Jun @ 3:53pm 
is there an option to make the pda open the minimap when equipped?and disabled without it
Hephaistos  [author] 23 Jun @ 11:52am 
@all
New custom PDA 3D model now also works in Build 41. Enjoy! :spiffo:
Mint_A 18 Jun @ 8:11pm 
I hope there are moments when I can't even see the mini-map and world-map when the battery is completely dead.
Hephaistos  [author] 18 Jun @ 1:40pm 
@Mint_A
Thanks for your suggestions!
The minimap is in the works - I’m currently a bit tied up with a large project I'm working on with a team called "Project Volga Ural", but I’ll try to implement some changes this weekend.

As for the belt: you’re probably playing on B41, right? It still uses the old model because I’m waiting on a small rework of the new one before bringing it to B41. Stay tuned, an update is coming soon! :spiffo:
Mint_A 18 Jun @ 4:43am 
It would be nice to have a sandbox setting that would also turn on the minimap function when carrying a PDA. (It would be even better if it could be mounted on a belt.)
Hephaistos  [author] 13 Jun @ 5:15am 
@b1gsleep
There is no short key for playing the song and no shortkey for the weather forecasting.

Custom songs are also not planned because that functionality is out of scope because how wonky PZ Sound Emitter is.
b1gsleep 12 Jun @ 11:11pm 
I hope there's a hot key for song playback and weather forecasting. I hope I can add custom songs as well.
Hephaistos  [author] 11 Jun @ 12:26pm 
@Equilix
Yes, I should specify that the access to the map can be disabled through the sandbox of my mod instead of the vanilla option. Thanks for finding and pointing that out!
Equilix | Doom 10 Jun @ 2:49pm 
@Hephaistos
Got it working. I'd put in the description that "Allow World Map" in the sandbox settings needs to be enabled. I thought that it didn't due to this "while regular map access can be disabled completely"

Could just be me though that misread it and didn't understand. The mods awesome ty for the quick help!
Hephaistos  [author] 10 Jun @ 2:06pm 
@Equilix
Dpeends on the mods if they overwrite the map action.
Try to load my mod at the bottom, that could help.

If not, I can take a look at the B41 MP a bit closer.
Equilix | Doom 10 Jun @ 11:28am 
Is there any known incompatibilities with the Open PDA Map Function? For whatever reason on my hosted server the PDA just beeps when trying to open the Map. In the sandbox settings I've set the World Map to Disabled but should it be enabled instead? I also have the setting enabled for the map to only be used via the PDA
Hephaistos  [author] 9 Jun @ 2:46pm 
Quick heads-up: I’ve found a solution to the map writing issue that’s been around since the beginning.

With the next update, you’ll be able to create markings, write on the map in all colors, move and delete notes and markings directly on the map!

The update will likely drop tomorrow - after I’ve finished testing everything in B41.
Hephaistos  [author] 9 Jun @ 2:39am 
Hej @all,
just released a new update! It includes a fix for B41 map drawing without a pen when using the PDA, and I finally added the highly requested shortcut for quick PDA map access.

Check the changelog for full details :spiffo:
Hephaistos  [author] 9 Jun @ 12:33am 
@Ava
The PDA working without a battery is intended. Only the radio needs power.

Forcing the player to hold it when opening the map is planned and will come with a custom two-hand animation that is currently in the cooking.
Ava J Taylor 8 Jun @ 10:09pm 
I would like a function so that when you press M, the character automatically takes the PDA in his hand and opens the map. And automatically puts it in the backpack when you close the map.
Ava J Taylor 8 Jun @ 10:02pm 
PDA continues to work without battery