So, you’ve jumped into the world of Don’t Starve Together, congratulations! Now, the real challenge begins: surviving. While the initial gameplay involves gathering basic resources and crafting simple tools, you’ll soon encounter unfamiliar items and situations. This Don’t Starve Together new player guide will help you navigate the early game, identify essential items, and avoid common pitfalls. Let’s dive in!
Chester: Your Mobile Storage Solution
Exploring the world, you might stumble upon an odd-looking creature resembling a chest with legs. This is Chester!
If you find an Eye Bone (pictured above), pick it up. Chester will follow you as long as you have the Eye Bone in your inventory. He acts as a portable storage container, allowing you to carry extra items. However, be warned: Chester can die. If he does, he’ll drop everything he’s carrying and respawn after one in-game day. Keep him safe!
Touch Stones: A Second Chance at Life
As you explore, keep an eye out for Touch Stones.
These are resurrection points. When you die, you’ll respawn at the nearest activated Touch Stone, restoring some health and hunger. They’re invaluable for surviving dangerous encounters. Important Note: Touch Stones are only functional in Survival mode. While they may appear in other modes, they won’t offer resurrection.
Delving into the Caves: A Risk/Reward Scenario
Feeling brave? Look for sinkholes.
Mining the surrounding rocks can often reveal these entrances to the cave system. Caves offer valuable resources, but they are also fraught with danger. Darkness drains your sanity, attracting the attention of Charlie. Prepare accordingly with light sources and weapons before venturing underground. Remember to enable Caves in the server options before starting the world if you’re the host.
Treeguards: Nature’s Revenge
Chopping down too many trees can anger the forest. If you see a large, animated tree lumbering towards you, you’ve likely spawned a Treeguard.
These creatures are tough and deal significant damage. Avoid fighting them early on. A simple solution is to plant pine cones near the Treeguard until it calms down. Alternatively, lead it towards hostile mobs like pigs or Beefalo during mating season to let them handle the threat.
Wormholes: Risky Travel
Wormholes offer a quick way to traverse the map, but they come with a cost.
Each trip through a Wormhole reduces your sanity by 15. Friendly followers will also follow you through. Wormholes connect two random points on the map, so there’s no way of knowing where you’ll end up until you jump in. Weigh the risks and rewards before using them.
Conclusion
The early game in Don’t Starve Together is all about exploration and learning. By understanding the purpose of these key items and dangers, you’ll be well-equipped to survive longer and thrive in this challenging world. So, gather your friends, explore, and most importantly, don’t starve!
