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What Aiming does
Hit chance, crits, range.
Full guide: firearms.
Aiming skill
Aiming is a firearm skill in Project Zomboid. Hit chance, crits, range. Checked for Build 42.21, November 2026.
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How to level it
XP per target hit, 2.7x below level 5, so shotguns level it fastest. Books at half rate.
| Level | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XP for this level | 75 | 150 | 300 | 750 | 1,500 | 3,000 | 4,500 | 6,000 | 7,500 | 9,000 |
The table shows the XP each level costs for a normal skill. See skills for multipliers.
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Skill books
| Volume | Levels | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Vol 1 | 1 to 2 | Better Aiming |
| Vol 2 | 3 to 4 | Drawing and Shooting |
| Vol 3 | 5 to 6 | Leading Moving Targets |
| Vol 4 | 7 to 8 | Long Range Sniping Tactics |
| Vol 5 | 9 to 10 | Secrets From the World's Best Snipers |
Books for this skill give half the usual boost.
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Traits and occupations that start with it
| Occupation | Starting level |
|---|---|
| Police Officer | +4 |
| Veteran | +2 |
| Trait | Change |
|---|---|
| Hunter | +1 |
| Target Shooter | +1 |
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Quick answers
What does Aiming do in Project Zomboid?
Hit chance, crits, range.
How do you level Aiming fast?
XP per target hit, 2.7x below level 5, so shotguns level it fastest. Books at half rate.
Are there skill books for Aiming?
Yes, five volumes. Volume 1 is "Better Aiming".
Figures come from our own skills table, which lists its sources. Your game is the final word: if it disagrees with us, tell us and we will fix the page.