2026-10-02
Patch v1.2.8
Steam lists this as the latest update at the time of research.
Source
Unofficial Fan-Made Wiki & Guides
The Walking Trade Wiki
Build and manage your own store in the middle of a zombie apocalypse. Discover crafting recipes, find supplies, upgrade your shop, manage survivors, and prepare your defenses against undead raids.
Start Here
Your Survival Journey
General Guide
Set up the store, organize stock, trade safely and survive the opening days.
Materials & Scavenging
Learn where players look for supplies and how staff support the supply loop.
Crafting & Upgrades
Use recipes, stations and materials to improve equipment and shop systems.
Rooftop Farming
Repair warehouse access, open plots and use the confirmed Homesteading skill.
Game Introduction
What is The Walking Trade?
The Walking Trade is a single-player shop management and survival simulation by Microwave Games and PlayWay S.A., released on PC via Steam on March 5, 2026.
You organize merchandise, set prices, serve customers, hire survivors, craft stock and equipment, build defenses and face undead raids. Official copy also confirms reputation choices.
This wiki separates official facts from player-created tactics and marks uncertain details as Pending confirmation.
Latest Updates
Confirmed Patch Timeline
Core Guides
Highest-Priority Topics
The Walking Trade guide
Broad survival and shop-management entry point.
Wood planks
Hardwood plank access and production pitfalls.
Crafting recipes
Turn scavenged materials into usable stock and equipment.
Upgrade guide
Improve stations without wasting scarce materials.
Skill tree
Understand confirmed and unverified progression details.
Zombie raids
Prepare defenses, weapons and staff before a raid.
Operations
Store, Staff & Reputation
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it have codes?
No official redemption system or verified code list was found during research on Oct 5, 2026.
SourceCan you farm on the roof?
Yes. Patch v1.2.0 added rooftop access, farming plots and the Homesteading skill.
SourceWhich platforms are supported?
The researched release is PC via Steam. A console version remains unconfirmed.
SourceTrust
Research-First, Not Guesswork
- Official Steam store and community data are checked and dated.
- Patch notes support update and unlock claims.
- Community tips are labeled as player-created sources.
- Unconfirmed values, names and codes are marked Pending confirmation.
Ready to Master The Walking Trade?
Start with the general guide, then use focused pages for materials, staff, defense and rooftop farming.
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