Are there any fans here of games where the world is out to get you at every turn, but where you still have to build things and work for corporations? If so, StarRupture is exactly what you’re looking for.

In StarRupture, you play a contractor who has been sent to a dangerous alien planet. Your task is to extract resources, build bases, start factories and send goods into orbit, even as the planet is regularly destroyed by explosions from the star Rupture.

In this game, you are not a hero. You’re an employee with the worst job in the universe, but we’re here to help.

If you want to know how to survive the first few hours, build a sensible base and avoid dying at the first Wave Warning, this guide will talk you through it step by step.

What is StarRupture Really About?

Before we move on to the survival tips, it’s worth finding out more about the game. So, StarRupture is a game that combines survival and factory building on a hostile alien planet. Your task is to survive on a hostile planet by extracting and processing resources in machines to create products for the corporations that finance your presence.

The gameplay follows a simple pattern: first, you must address food, water and toxicity; then, you mine resources, process them in smelters and send them into orbit. The goods you send will unlock new technologies and buildings, enabling you to expand your base and improve production.

Initially, survival and manual collection are the primary concerns, but as you progress, planning, logistics and automation become increasingly significant. This enables your base to function autonomously while you explore the world and develop technologies.

StarRupture Beginner Guide

As you can see, StarRupture can seem overwhelming at first, so it’s worth familiarising yourself with a few basic rules to increase your chances of survival and base development.

Below, you will find the most important survival tips presented as simple, starter base walkthrough, along with an explanation of why they are important and how to apply them.

The First Hour of Gameplay

At the beginning, you must survive and expand your base in an intense first hour. First, obtain food and water, then build a Base Core and a Habitat. Next, activate the Smelters and Cargo Launchers. Remember to start near the Orbital Lander, which is a good reference point when building your first base and planning exploration.

Once your base is up and running, you can explore nearby abandoned buildings to find War Bonds and other valuable resources. This will enable you to develop your base safely and survive the initial explosions of the Rupture star.

Survival Basics

At the beginning of your adventure, you also need to take care of your health because there are many dangers on the planet that could catch you off guard at any moment.

How can you do this? It’s easier than you think! Eat low-toxicity plants and drink plenty of water. However, always keep your eyes open, as the area you are exploring contains dangerous plants that can weaken you.

Mining and Building Your First Base

During the game, your task is to collect resources and build a base. You will find titanium and tungsten near your starting location. Do this using a Harvester, or by placing Ore Excavators directly on the deposits. Then, you need to process the resources you obtain into basic building materials so that you can construct buildings.

Start by building the most important things: The Base Core, Habitat, Airlock, Smelters, Solar Panels, Ore Excavators and Orbital Cargo Launcher. Send the resources from the mines to the smelters and then send the finished products to the Cargo Launchers.

Automation, Logistics and Export

Since the game involves many actions, it is worth automating production processes. This involves connecting ore excavators to smelters and sending the finished products via cargo launchers.

Also, remember to send products to corporations via Orbital Cargo Launchers. Initially, it is best to choose Future Health Solutions (which unlocks the Regeneration Chamber) and Griffits Blue Corporation. By cooperating with these corporations, you will receive rewards that will help you survive and develop your base.

Exploration and Combat

In addition to plants, there are aggressive creatures that can attack you at any moment. To survive, stay close to your base until you get a gun, as this will be your first line of defence.

Exploring also gives you numerous possibilities. By killing enemies and searching abandoned bases, you can earn War Bonds, which you can use to upgrade your weapons and equipment. Remember that the further you are from your base, the more dangerous your opponents will be. Therefore, you should always carry the minimum amount of equipment with you because, if you die, you will lose everything except your gun.

Ruptura and Wave Mechanics

During gameplay, you must be careful with the Rupture Star and its deadly Rupture waves, which periodically scorch the planet’s surface.

To protect yourself, you should always carry materials with which to build a quick shelter, as well as Base Cores and Habitats, which should be constructed in strategic locations. Additionally, pay attention to Wave Warnings, which give you a few seconds to find a safe place. However, explosions can also present opportunities, as they reveal rare resources and unique places to explore that cannot be found anywhere else.

Playing With Friends

You don’t have to go on this adventure alone because StarRupture supports online multiplayer.

This allows you to play with your friends, expand your base and survive the waves of Rupture stars together. Remember that it’s easier to gather resources, defend your base and test new automation solutions as a group.

What Does the HUD Show?

As well as fighting for survival, you need to know how to use the interface. It tells you if you have enough food and water, and alerts you if the toxicity level is too high. You can also check how long you can last in combat.

Since this can be difficult to understand, here’s a quick cheat sheet:

  • On the left are Calories, Hydration and Toxicity.
  • In the middle are Shield and Health. The shield regenerates on its own; health can only be healed with food.
  • At the top is the Wave Warning.
  • At the bottom are environmental debuffs, energy, weapons, grenades and the Medtool, along with their respective charge levels.

What Makes StarRupture Unique?

StarRupture is a game that requires you to think and plan every move from the outset. Players love that every decision matters and that every wave of Rupture stars can change everything.

Combining survival with factory building means that you’re not only fighting for survival, but also creating working machines, automating production and developing your base. This stops the game from ever getting boring.

Additionally, StarRupture is in Early Access, which means that new content, challenges, and mechanics will be added over time, allowing you to further develop your base and strategy.

Conclusion

That’s all you need to know about StarRupture Beginner Guide.

Now that you know all the basics, you can safely begin your adventure and see how long you can survive on a planet full of dangers and mysteries!