The official release announcement and details for Project Zomboid (Pre-vehicles) can be found on the The Indie Stone's official blog

Method 2: The Manifest ID Method (The "Deep" Way)

Build 38: "The Pre-Vehicles Build"

Choose the desired legacy version from the dropdown menu (e.g., "legacy - Build 38.30" if available).

Steam Beta

While Project Zomboid has grown immensely since 2017, Build 38 remains a stable, content-rich version of the game. By using the feature, you can safely travel back in time to experience Riverside for the first time all over again.

Steam will automatically download the Build 38 files, replacing your current version.

was a major milestone released in September 2017. It focused heavily on environmental immersion and "world view" improvements before the game transitioned into the era of vehicles. Key Features of Build 38 Riverside Map Expansion : Introduced the town of Knox Heights Country Club , significantly increasing the playable area. World View Update

By following this guide, you can easily download and install Project Zomboid Build 38 and start enjoying the game's exciting new features. Happy gaming!

If you’d like, I can list official store pages and how to verify a legitimate copy—tell me which option you prefer.