GET YOUR BEARINGS
Plan your next The Survivalists session
Our independent guide breaks down The Survivalists into five concrete focus areas, offering observations you can record and compare. Use these exercises to build a clearer picture of how each system works and how they interact during play.
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Timing Exploration
Track enemy encounters and resource visibility during day and night cycles. Note any patterns, then schedule hunts or scavenging trips based on those observations.
- Watch animal patterns at different times to decide when to hunt.
- Check lighting changes as the island shifts between day and night.
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Co‑op Role Division
Assign each co‑op participant a primary duty—builder, gatherer, scout, or defender. Record how this division influences resource accumulation and raid outcomes over several sessions.
- Assign each player a focus such as building, gathering, or scouting.
- Share surplus items early to avoid shortages during large raids.
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Monkey Utility Test
Allocate monkeys to distinct tasks such as chopping wood versus combat support. Compare efficiency gains to decide which roles provide the most benefit for your playstyle.
- Assign monkeys to repetitive chores to free up player time.
- Balance utility and combat roles among monkeys for flexible support.
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Recipe Discovery Log
Experiment with different ingredient pairings, documenting successful recipes. Mapping these discoveries helps prioritize which crafting trees to develop first.
- Try different ingredient combos to reveal hidden recipes.
- Prioritize tools that open further crafting branches.
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Biome‑Temple Mapping
Create a simple map of visited biomes and temple locations. Use this visual aid to plan travel routes and anticipate environmental challenges before heading out.
- Map biome boundaries early to plan travel routes.
- Prepare for stronger enemies before entering temple interiors.
