ZDaemon is a multiplayer-focused source port based on ZDoom for both Windows.
Publisher’s description
What is ZDaemon?
ZDaemon by The ZDaemon Team is Windows software.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (NSIS) installers for 32-bit Windows. The main installer is 11.8 MB. It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 1.10.29, released on August 2, 2026. The version history goes back to December 31, 2025: 2 releases, all linked to the official files.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
- Small download (11.8 MB)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
In short: ZDaemon is a Windows tool for 32-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is ZDaemon safe to download?
- The file is served by downloads.zdaemon.org; check that it is the publisher’s official mirror
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
CB4929701D809433D05264F084C85AD9F32A968D9F5BF494B44C306F6757B9CC· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 2 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.10.29Latest | August 2, 2026 | 11.8 MB | 32-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.10.27 | December 31, 2025 | — | 32-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id TheZDaemonTeam.ZDaemon -ezdaemon11029-setup.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- The ZDaemon Team
- Licence
- Doom Source License
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 1.10.29
- Released
- August 2, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- March 14, 2026
- Versions listed
- 2
- winget ID
- TheZDaemonTeam.ZDaemon
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Frequently asked questions
Is ZDaemon safe to download?
The download comes from downloads.zdaemon.org; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install ZDaemon with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can ZDaemon be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does ZDaemon run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of ZDaemon?
The versions page lists all 2 versions with links to their official installer files, back to December 31, 2025.
Can I use ZDaemon without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.