Against the Storm, a charming yet challenging city builder where you guide a band of settlers through harsh weather, resource scarcity, and the occasional grumpy Elder.

Here’s a quick guide to get you started:

1. Master the Basics:

• Food is king: Prioritize building farms, hunting camps, and cooking buildings like Beaneries and Cookhouses. Keep your villagers well-fed to maintain their resolve and avoid rebellion.
• Wood is wealth: Chop trees early and often. Wood is needed for construction, tools, and upgrades.
• Embrace the Glades: Explore the map and unlock glades with the Explorer’s Lodge. These hidden areas offer valuable resources and unique challenges.
• Balance Resources: Don’t neglect resource production like mining, pottery, and clothmaking. You’ll need a diverse economy to thrive.
• Mind the Weather: Build weather-resistant structures and research storm defenses to survive the harsh seasons.

2. Know Your Settlers:

• Species matter: Choose your starting species wisely. Each offers unique advantages and disadvantages. For example, beavers excel at woodcutting, while humans excel at research.
• Keep them happy: Resolve is key. Fulfill needs with food, clothing, and festivals. Low resolve leads to rebellion and disaster.
• Assign wisely: Utilize each villager’s skills. Assign hunters to hunting grounds, farmers to fields, and builders to construction projects.

3. Manage Your Resources:

• Research strategically: Prioritize research that improves efficiency, unlocks new buildings, and bolsters your defenses.
• Trade wisely: Sell surplus goods and buy what you need. Use trade routes to connect with other settlements.
• Upgrade wisely: Focus on upgrades that improve production, happiness, and weather resistance.

4. Face the Challenges:

• Events will test you: Prepare for random events like droughts, blizzards, and even Elder tantrums. Adapt your strategy to overcome each obstacle.
• Glades offer rewards: Explore glades to discover hidden resources, unique buildings, and powerful artifacts.
• Don’t be afraid to adapt: There’s no one-size-fits-all strategy. Be flexible and adjust your approach based on the environment, events, and your villagers’ needs.

5. Enjoy the Journey:

• Build a thriving community: Watch your village grow and prosper. Witness your settlers interact, celebrate, and overcome challenges together.
• Discover the lore: Explore the world, uncover its secrets, and learn about the mysterious Elders and their motivations.
• Experiment and have fun: There’s always something new to discover in Against the Storm. Don’t be afraid to experiment and find your own unique path to success.

Remember, survival in Against the Storm is all about resourcefulness, adaptation, and a little bit of luck.

With these tips in mind, you’ll be well on your way to building a thriving village and braving the harsh wilderness. Good luck, pioneer!

After reading this beginner guide, check out the new Against the Storm Buildings Tier List and Against the Storm Cornerstone Tier List to gain an edge.