DayZ Patch 1 for Update 1.30 Lands as Console Update 1.87

Bohemia Interactive rolled out Patch 1 for DayZ Update 1.30 on October 21, which is known as Update 1.87 on consoles, according to MP1st’s patch tracking. This patch comes while the survival game boasts 33,801 concurrent players on Steam, even as many players express concerns about stability.

This release follows the main 1.30 update and serves as the first set of fixes. The source report confirms the version numbers and release date. However, the excerpt available at the time of publication didn’t provide Bohemia’s full changelog, so you won’t find individual fixes listed here. Players should check the official patch notes for the complete details.

The version split is important for anyone monitoring the game across different platforms. PC users refer to it as Update 1.30 Patch 1, while console users see it as Update 1.87. Bohemia has maintained this dual numbering for years, which can confuse players trying to compare notes.

This timing is crucial for the studio. DayZ debuted on December 16, 2013, and currently holds a Metacritic score of 44. Its Steam rating stands at 74% positive across 212,409 reviews, translating to roughly 157,000 positive reviews. The game’s player base is both large and dedicated, but they haven’t held back in criticizing the game’s technical issues.

Recent coverage highlights how closely the community monitors the studio’s actions. Our earlier report on the patch cadence noted an update from September 16. Creator Dean Hall made headlines on October 15 when he stated that the industry is “rotting from its core.” A first patch appearing just five days after a major update fits the typical pattern of addressing stability issues quickly.

By The Numbers

Console update version	1.87
Current Steam players	33,801
Steam reviews	74% positive (212,409 reviews)
Metacritic score	44
Steam price	$49.99

Community Pulse

Recent feedback on Steam leans negative, with a focus on stability. One reviewer mentioned that the game “constantly crashes, particularly after the badlands update,” and added, “it’s been years since release and quality is still pretty horrendous.” That same reviewer praised the underlying gameplay as “unique and amazing.” Another player was more direct: “Would you guys stop breaking the servers please??” Overall, the tone across the 10 community signals we reviewed was mostly negative.

What To Watch

• Crash and server reports: Steam reviews and console forums will quickly reveal if Patch 1 has resolved post-update stability issues.
• Follow-up patches: A second patch for 1.30 would indicate that issues persist beyond what Patch 1 addressed.
• Player count: The current 33,801 concurrent players on Steam is the baseline. Any sustained rise or drop will show how players are reacting to the update.