What this game need is endgame stuff. After one weak of sneaking, running and collecting stuff i have 2 great weapons, tons of ammo, clothes, food, water, all medical stuff i need, tools etc. I found almost all guns in the game, i'm only missing two items to full gear collection gps and NV. And then i can either go to cherno or elektro for some pvp action and probably die or... stop playing. Hunting and living in the forest is fun but not for very long. There is just nothing to do after you collect all gear. All You can do is start PVP, die and start all over again or quit. And while PvP is very fun and DayZ is very popular right now, there must be some endgame gamplay in standalone DayZ. Some long term goal that will keep people playing and trying to get it. Maybe crafting, more locations to explore and some rewarding loot, ability to build something ? Or some system that will reward those who can stay alive for longer ? Let say for each day you survive your character improve in something. Maybe you can run a little faster ? maybe some small health bonus ? don't know, open to discussion. As long as You get reward for playing and staying alive. That would also make people to think twice before they start a fight. You can easily get your gear back on your own or if your friend is there to keep your stuff for you. But You can't get back all those days you survived and all bonuses you obtained.