GET YOUR BEARINGS
Plan your next Raft session
Our independent guide breaks down Raft’s core loops—gathering, building, researching and exploring—so you can transform a flimsy wreck into a thriving floating settlement, whether you sail solo or with a crew.
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Optimising Hook Use
Observe the timing of debris clusters and practice aiming for multiple items per throw. Compare success rates when targeting food versus raw materials to see which improves hunger management most efficiently.
- Assign one player to focus on resource collection while another handles construction.
- Rotate the player watching for shark attacks to maintain constant vigilance.
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Raft Layout Planning
Sketch a simple blueprint before building. Test different placements for crafting stations and storage, noting how each arrangement affects travel distance during emergencies.
- Aim for clusters of debris to maximise each throw.
- Prioritise food items when hunger levels rise.
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Research Prioritisation
Record which researched items most boost survival—such as cooking tools or farming equipment. Allocate resources to those recipes first and observe the impact on hunger and thirst levels.
- Lay out a basic floor plan before placing large structures.
- Upgrade tools early to speed up material collection.
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Shark Defence Strategies
Try various weapon types and defensive structures. Log how each method changes shark attack frequency and damage taken, then adopt the most reliable approach.
- Research items that improve food production first.
- Keep a steady supply of basic materials for continuous research.
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Dive Expedition Timing
Schedule dives after securing a sturdy anchor. Measure resource yields from different underwater spots and compare them to surface scavenging to decide when diving is most worthwhile.
- Anchor close to reefs before diving to reduce travel distance.
- Mark island locations on a simple map to plan future voyages.
