GET YOUR BEARINGS
Plan your next Autonauts session
Our independent guide examines each core system of Autonauts—Settlement Mode, visual programming, the Bot Database, signage, and colonist support—to help you observe how they interact and where efficiencies can be found without relying on hidden shortcuts.
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Bot Allocation Analysis
Draft two bot distribution plans: one focused on resource gathering, another on production. Compare total output and note how close each plan comes to the 300‑bot limit.
- Map out bot roles before placing them to keep the total under 300.
- Use the new scripting options to combine several simple tasks into one bot routine.
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Script Reuse Test
Create a simple harvesting script, then duplicate it for multiple bots via the Bot Database. Record the time saved versus writing new scripts from scratch.
- Start with simple repeat actions before adding conditional logic.
- Group similar actions into reusable blocks for quicker editing.
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Sign Placement Impact
Place signs in different locations around your colony and observe how bot behaviour changes. Adjust placements to compare results.
- Label scripts clearly to locate them quickly later.
- Create a master script for core tasks and reference it from specialised bots.
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Colonist Service Chain
Set up a sequence where bots fish, cook, and deliver meals to colonists. Observe any changes in colonist activity levels after automation.
- Experiment with sign placement around your colony to see how your bots respond.
- Combine signs with scripted instructions for precise task routing.
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Metropolis Layout Planning
Sketch a metropolis layout using only 300 bots, then simulate early versus late infrastructure development. Compare how each approach affects growth speed.
- Prioritise basic needs like food and shelter before adding advanced services.
- Use bots to automate repetitive colonist chores, freeing time for expansion.
