Enshrouded tips: 10 things you should know early on

Although Enshrouded is still in Early Access, the game already has a lot to offer! Not only is it one of the best survival titles of recent years, it also blends in plenty of RPG elements. That can make it tricky to grasp all the nuances, as not everything is communicated directly — and some things you only discover much later. To make your start smoother and help you get the most out of it, here are some tips and tricks you’ll want to know ahead of time!

Enshrouded chest respawns: farm loot efficiently

In dungeons and ruins you’ll find all sorts of chests you can loot for powerful gear and weapons. But did you know you can open them more than once? The system was tweaked in Update 7, but you can still farm rare items with this method.

Chests reset after 30 minutes of in‑game time and when you are at a minimum distance of 562 metres from the chest. There must also be no Flame Altar nearby. Previously you could simply log out and back in, but that’s been changed. Still, if you’re in the area, this is an easy way to farm loot!

Enshrouded food: meals drive your buffs

Many other survival games have a hunger system, but Enshrouded doesn’t. Instead, food acts as a boost to your abilities, giving you far more flexibility. There are countless ingredients, recipes and options to fill your belly and benefit from strong buffs. From more Stamina and Health to more Strength or Shroud resistance, there’s a huge variety to munch on. You can have 3 buffs active at the same time and unlock additional slots.

Skill tree in Enshrouded: guidance, not class lock‑ins

The abilities you unlock with your skill points are visually grouped into classes and subcategories. That provides helpful guidance for different builds, but it’s not mandatory. You won’t be locked out of one branch because you chose another.

Enshrouded encourages you to mix abilities from across the tree to find your unique combat style. Especially early on, it’s worth trying different branches and unlocking some exceptionally strong skills such as Double Jump, Updraft or Blink.

Flame Altars as fast travel: teleport across the map

Flame Altars are among the most important things on your journey through Embervale. They don’t just mark out areas for building, they also unlock other features. One of these is fast travel, letting you teleport across the entire map! And they only cost five stones, which makes them even more convenient. So place as many altars as you can to mark points of interest.

Quests and NPCs: how to unlock upgrades

Unlike many other games in the genre, Enshrouded provides a clear progression path you can follow. It consists of quests available right from the start. Of course, the game supports sandbox play and you can explore on your own, but you won’t get far that way.

Many upgrades, tools and mechanics are tied to NPCs you need to rescue, including characters like the Farmer, Blacksmith and Alchemist. Without these people in your base you can’t use certain essential features, so it’s wise to stick to your quest log.

Gathering in Enshrouded: unlock new recipes

Enshrouded lets you unlock new recipes simply by picking up items. So especially in new areas, don’t ignore everything — keep an eye out for fresh resources. This way you’ll gain new crafting recipes for building materials, food and more. Sometimes you’ll need to process items further to unlock additional recipes. We therefore recommend crafting every available item at least once to discover new possibilities!

Solve puzzles: paths off the beaten track

Because Enshrouded blends RPG and survival elements, you have many more options at your disposal. That means you’ll sometimes need to think creatively if you get stuck. This applies especially in ruins and dungeons, where the obvious solution isn’t always the best.

Instead, jump across ledges and edges to bypass puzzles. You can also mine materials — almost everything in Enshrouded is destructible. Your glider also lets you find alternative and secret entrances or escape sticky situations.

Crafting efficiently: use cheaper methods

Some recipes can be made in different ways. The requirements aren’t always the same, as shown by lockpicks. You can craft them yourself from two Metal Scraps, but at the Blacksmith they cost only one Metal Scrap. That’s half the resources saved! Keep an eye out for better options to prepare efficiently and conserve items.

Combat in Enshrouded: learn patterns and parry

Enshrouded isn’t extremely hard, but the difficulty ramps up significantly as you progress. Especially later on, some enemies can be real roadblocks. We recommend a calm, measured approach: first observe how your enemies behave. Every monster has distinct attack patterns, which means there are cooldowns and windows to parry.

Climbing and terrain: no mountain is too high

Following on from the previous tips, you can use the terrain to your advantage not only in dungeons, but everywhere. The world is destructible, so don’t hold back if you can’t find a way forward. This works particularly well on mountains or cliffs that seem impassable. Often continuous jumping (and enough Stamina) is all you need to conquer steep slopes with ease.

Alternatively, you can carve steps into the mountain and work your way up gradually. These will be refilled later, but as temporary stairs they can get you to places that may hide better loot or rare items.

Conclusion on Enshrouded: with a plan — and friends — through Embervale

Because Enshrouded uniquely combines survival and role‑playing, many mechanics require a shift in thinking. You can do far more than in traditional survival games, but it’s also important to follow the quests to unlock various systems. The game strikes a wonderful balance between both elements, and later you can choose the path that suits you best.

Jump straight into the adventure with your friends in Enshrouded and rent one of our servers! With these tips and tricks, your start should be a breeze. Keep your eyes open and think a little outside the box to reach your goals.