Magbow
⚪ Last updated 2023Preview

🔍 Analysis
- 👍 4.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #31 of 45 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Version 3. 0 is here for A21
Cool Features
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[]Holds 15 bolts.
[
]Custom sound and fire animation.[]Bolt velocity is 40% faster than a crossbow.
[]Entity damage is increased by 30.
[]Unlocked at lvl 75 Bows
[]Rare find in loot
[]Can purchase from trader at the same time you can buy the other high tier weapons, like the Auto Shotgun.
[]Attachments work for the most part, may need additional tweaking. Reflex sight looks great and would recommend it!
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[]Reflex Sight/2x/4x/8x Scopes
[
]Laser Sight (Looks a little funky, and couldn't fix)[]Flashlight
[]Magazine and Drum Attachment
[]Polymer String
[]Grips and Bipod
Sorry for the delay in updating this passion project of mine and thanks to all those that updated the mod to work for A19 & A20. I plan to keep this up to date and again may add more complexity later on.
Here is what has changed for version 3. 0:
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[]Fixed to work in A21
[
]Fixed issue with bolts stack below on the Magbow. Now the arrow sticks out in front and doesn't stack. See picture to see how it looks.[]Tweaked damage and velocity
[]Changed unlock method to craft Magbow. Unlocked at level 75 Bows (Removed Schematic to unlock recipe)
[]Added support for the x8 scope, I had to go through a round about way to add a new model and have the game attach it correctly. (Craft normal x8 scope into the Magbow x8 scope and vice versa.)
[]Added Magbow Crafting Component, Military-Grade Polymer String
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[]2 Military Fiber
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]1 Acid[]5 Scrap Polymer
[]4 Cloth
- []Changed recipe to craft Magbow
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[]2 Wooden bow parts
[]2 Military-Grade Polymer String
[]5 Reforged Steel
[]1 glue
[]20 Scrap Polymers
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[]Updated Localization file
[
]Changed Hold Type and the reload is a bit more accurateRelease notes for 3. 1:
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[]Fixed Magbow to be bought from trader, added the traders.xml
[
]Added it as a T6 Quest rewardPlease let me know of bugs, issues and suggestions.
Disclaimer: Model is a purchased model. May not be used for without permission.
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[]Fixed Magbow to be bought from trader, added the traders.xml
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[]Fixed to work in A21
Magbow is a weapon mod for 7 Days to Die that adds a high-tier crossbow with a 15-bolt magazine, custom sound and animation, and 40% faster bolt velocity. It deals 30% more entity damage, unlocks at level 75 Bows, and can be found in loot or purchased from traders. Version 3.0 updates it for A21.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- 629 endorsements indicate community approval.
- 13,506 downloads show significant usage.
- Updated for A21 with fixes and new features.
⚠️ Cons
- Attachments may need tweaking; laser sight looks funky.
- Requires crafting components like Military-Grade Polymer String.
- Unlock at level 75 Bows may be high for some players.
This mod is for 7 Days to Die players who want a powerful, high-tier crossbow with a magazine and attachment support. It suits players who enjoy ranged combat and have invested in the Bows skill. Those who prefer simpler weapons or are early game may find it less accessible.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Ensure you have the required crafting materials: Military Fiber, Acid, Scrap Polymer, Cloth, Wooden Bow Parts, Reforged Steel, Glue, and Scrap Polymers.
- Unlock the Magbow recipe by reaching level 75 in Bows skill.
- Try the reflex sight attachment as recommended by the author for best results.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- 7 Days To Die Mods
- Author
- Russiandood
- Version
- 3.0
- Downloads
- 13,506
- Endorsements
- 629
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 4/10/2019
- Updated
- 7/20/2023
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