An idea for the future, DLC Maybe.
The boat will be the base for the survivora, the map consisting of different islands and regions, after landing on land you will trying to collect food and tools to survival.
You can upgrade your boat with the tools you find on land.
Zombies may be more violent at night in this mod, You most return to the boat before dark
In the boat you will sleep, fish or craft useful tools. Also, if the boat breaks, you will have small lifeboat. You can go back and get tools to repair the boat.