Project Zomboid can necessitateskill-buildingin order to survive, and Metalworking is no different. As long as you’re ready to dismantle a lot of metal objects and do some light magazine reading, you’ll be an expert in no time!

How to increase Metalworking skill fast in Project Zomboid

The fastest way to level up Metalworking in Project Zomboid is to dismantle certain metal objects, such asbathtubs and sinks.Dismantling these objects will gradually add XP to leveling up your metalworking skill. Taking apart certain objects, such asdumpstersandfridges, will give more XP towards metalworking than others.Other items that can be dismantled include:

Do Skill Books help with Metalworking in Project Zomboid?

you may also gain even more Metalworking XP if you read a Metalworking Skill Book before going on your dismantle run. Skill books give anXP multiplierthat varies depending on the level of the Skill Book. So, if you want good early Metalworking XP, you will need to readThe Metalwork Magazine Vol. 1. You won’t get more XP directly from these magazines, but they will multiply the amount you get from dismantling.

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Supplies for dismantling for Metalworking in Project Zomboid

This information tab will also display what skill the object falls under, along with tools. Because of this, we recommend using this information tab whenever you are unsure what an object’s dismantle skill is. More than anything, for Metalworking, you’ll need apropane torch and welding mask.

Watch theamount of propane left in your propane torch, as it will need to be refilled and can deplete quickly. Keep an eye out for propane sitting around early in the game, and stock up for your Metalworking projects.

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