Summary
The Forestisn’t a game that holds back. After a short cutscene, the character isthrown into a dangerous worldof cannibals and mutants and left to fend for themselves. One of the keys to success inThe Forestis thinking ahead. To help with this, the game supplies blueprints for multiple storage items.
The Forestcan be a challenging game for new players, as hunger, thirst, and attacking enemies can overwhelm the character and lead to a quick death. Players will need to set themselves up fast if they hope to survive the many dangers in the game. Choosing thebest storage blueprints, found in the survival handbook, will make this task a lot easier.
10Skin Rack
20 sticks = 1 Skin Rack
AsThe Forestprogresses, players will require various skins more frequently. The skin rack is ideal for storing these items for later crafting and building. This storage holds different items; Rabbit Skin, Lizard Skin, Deer Skin, Raccoon Skin, and Boar Skin, and can store up to 18 skins.
Building this early will help players progress in the game, allowing them to build items that will keep them warmer while granting them time to collect more important items, such as sticks, rocks, and food.
9Bone Basket
21 Sticks = 1 Bone Basket
Some of the most useful items players will learn to use inThe Forestare bones. Used for crafting a number of items that will become necessities for survival, the bone basket is an item worth crafting early.
Bones are a little less common than some items in the game, but taking the time to build a collection is worth the effort. Bones can be found on various effigies around the map. They can also be obtained from the bodies and limbs of cannibals. Players can simply consume or burn body parts to collect the bones. One bone basket can hold up to 86 bones.
8Small/Large Rock Holder
8 Sticks = Small Rock Holder / 20 Sticks = Large Rock Holder
Some of the most commonly found and used materials in the gameare rocks. Used forbuilding a variety of items, the most vital being stone walls. The players’ base is their sanctuary in the game, but only if they make it strong enough.
Surrounding the base with high stone walls is the most effective deterrent against attacking cannibals and mutants. Having a large stockpile of stones will make playingThe Forestthat little bit easier. The small rock holder will store up to 20 rocks, while the large will store up to 40.
Rocks
Upgraded Rock, Crafted Axe, Repair Tool
Fire Pit, Hunting Shelter, Rock Wall, Rock Path, Stick Marker, Fire Place, Rope Swing Trap, Defensive Wall Spikes, SOS Signal, Effigies, Cross
7Small/Large Log Holder
16 Sticks = Small log Holder / 24 Sticks = Large Log Holder
When first enteringThe Forest, the main goal for most players will bebuilding a strong base. The easiest and quickest way to achieve this is by constructing log walls. Logs are used in most building blueprints and are the most commonly farmed item in the game.
Protecting the base solely with log walls isn’t effective long-term. For the initial base construction, chopping down trees is the quickest method to get safe. Having a constant stash of logs for any building needs will help players organize their time much more efficiently in the game. Small log holders store up to 7 logs; large holders store 12.
Logs
N/A
Alpine Tree House, Walls, Wooden Bench, Bird House, Bonfire, Catapult, Couch, Crane, Custom Floor, Custom Foundation, Custom Roof, Custom Stairs, Deadfall Trap, Defensive Spikes, Defensive Wall, Defensive Wall Spikes, Dock, Fire Place, Free-Standing Zipline, Gazebo, Ground Weapon Holder, Happy Birthday Trap, Houseboat, Hunting Shelter, Cabinets, Rafts, Cabins, Noose Trap, Platforms, Rope Swing Trap, Stairs, Gardens, Tables, Targets, Temp Shelters, Tree Bridge, Tree Platform, Church, Coffin, Cross
6Explosives Holder
8 Sticks + 1 Log = 1 Explosives Holder
There are many tough enemies to be found in the world ofThe Forest, especially some of the largermutants roaming around the map. Some of the early items players should craft and stockpile are explosives. These will help in beating some of the stronger enemies in the game.
The various types of bombs are not only used as weapons in the game. Many cave systems have areas only accessible after clearing a passage through an explosion. Explosives holders hold up to 10 items.
Timed Explosion (4 secs)
Timed Explosion (5 secs)
Timed Explosion (3 secs)
5Arrow Basket
25 Sticks = 1 Arrow Basket
Like Explosives, one of the most effective methods of dispatching enemies inThe Forestis with arrows. Available to craft almost immediately with few materials, the bow is a must-have weapon in the early game and can fire a range of different arrow types, the most basic requiring easily collected materials.
A constant supply of arrows will ensure players arewell protected when enemies attack. The arrow basket is easy to build and has a good amount of storage space, holding 83 arrows at a time.
Inflicts 40% more Damage than Arrows
4Small/Large Stick Holder
6 Sticks = 1 Small Stick Holder / 24 Sticks = 1 Large Stick Holder
The humble stick is used for creating a wide variety of items inThe Forestand is one of the most easily found and collected materials in the game. From building new items to resetting any sprung traps, having a supply of sticks ready at one’s base is highly recommended.
Building a stick holder is simple and one of the first items players should makewhen constructing a base. The smaller stick holder can store up to 20 sticks, while the large holder holds up to 40.
ARMOR/EFFECT
Sticks
Slingshot, Upgraded Stick, Upgraded Axe, Upgraded, Club, Crafted Bow, Spears, Repair Tool, Arrows, Bone Arrows, Snow Shoes
Fires, Temporary Shelter, Hunting Shelter, Rabbit Cage, Log Sled, Stick Holders, Stone Holders, Log Holders, Weapon Racks, Skin Rack, Armor Rack, Bone Basket, Arrow Basket, Gazebo, Stick Fence, Alpine Tree House, Stick Marker, Target, Sap Collector, Tree Zipline, Bird House, Bed, Chair, Couch, Skull Lantern, Decorative Skull, Wall Planter, Stick Frame, Traps, Defensive Wall Spikes, Catapult, Rafts, Houseboat, Effigies, Cross, Glider
3Small / Large Cabinets
7 Logs = 1 Small Cabinet / 8 Logs = 1 Large Cabinet
When starting out inThe Forest, there are a few items that players will need almost immediately. Many of these can be found in and around the crashed plane. Medicine, food, and cans of drink are absolute necessities for the character before a base has been set up.
Once a base has been started, a cabinet should be one of the first blueprints constructed once a basic perimeter is made. These are used for storing medicine, snacks, and drink cans and are useful for when the player is carrying too many of these items.
Satisfies Thirst and Depletes Energy
Restores Stamina and Energy
Restores Hunger, Health, Stamina, and Energy
Restores Thirst, Stamina, and Energy
2Catapult
1 Catapult = 15 Sticks + 1 Rope + 5 Logs
Catapults are one of the more unique blueprints players can build. Not only used for defense, but it is also an effective storage choice for keeping items that can be used as ammunition.
Enemies inThe Forestoften attack in numbers, and having a quick method of attack in these situations can come in handy, especially if the player’s base isn’t fully built yet. Choosing a catapult will help base defense and keep an extra stock of explosives and rocks.
1Drying Rack
5 Sticks = 1 Drying Rack
One of the fundamental mechanics of survival games is the need to find food.Hunger is a constant needinThe Forest, and finding ways to have a regular resource is highly recommended for players starting out.
The Drying Rack is a storage option that also works as a way of creating edible food. Dried meats won’t spoil over time, and resupplying the Drying Rack with meat and fish will mean players have a consistent source of food, which can be life-saving if under attack.
Restores Hunger, Health and Energy
When left, they become skulls and bones.
