Survival Mode Gameplay and Adding Recipes in Scrap Mechanic

Survival Mode Gameplay and Adding Recipes in Scrap Mechanic

What’s up, fellow builders and creators! I’ve been diving deep into the awesome world of Scrap Mechanic, and guess what? I’ve cooked up some cool recipes that’ll totally change the way you play. These aren’t your ordinary recipes; they’re all about turning those bits and bobs cluttering up your inventory into something super useful. And let me tell you, they’ve made my game way more balanced and a whole lot more fun!

Easy-Peasy Recipe 1: Circuit Boards to Component Kits

Ever find yourself short on component kits when you’re halfway through an epic build? I feel you. But here’s a sweet fix: turn those extra circuit boards into component kits. It’s like magic for your builds and keeps the fun rolling without any hiccups.

Recipe 2: Totebot Heads into Circuit Boards

Got a pile of Totebot heads lying around? Let’s turn them into something way more useful: circuit boards! No more noisy, clunky heads just sitting there. Now, they’re your ticket to awesome upgrades.

Recipe 3: From Circuit Boards to Scrap Metal

And for those times you’re in a pinch for scrap metal, here’s a backup plan. Convert a circuit board into scrap metal to keep your creations flowing smoothly. No more frantic haybot hunts for scrap when you’re in the middle of a build!

Wanna add these recipes to your game? Here’s how:

1. Head over to \steamapps\common\Scrap Mechanic\Survival\CraftingRecipes and find the file “craftbot.json”.
2. Pop it open with a text editor.
3. Swap out the first two lines with the code I’ve shared. Easy!

// this file is generated
[
{
// turn 5 Circuit Boards into 1 Component Kit
“itemId”: “5530e6a0-4748-4926-b134-50ca9ecb9dcf”,
“quantity”: 1,
“craftTime”: 16,
“ingredientList”: [
{
“quantity”: 5,
“itemId”: “f152e4df-bc40-44fb-8d20-3b3ff70cdfe3”
}
]
},
{
// turn 1 Totebot Head into 1 Circuit Board
“itemId”: “f152e4df-bc40-44fb-8d20-3b3ff70cdfe3”,
“quantity”: 1,
“craftTime”: 7,
“ingredientList”: [
{
“quantity”: 1,
“itemId”: “1c04327f-1de4-4b06-92a8-2c9b40e491aa”
}
]
},
{
// turn 1 Circuit Board into 5 Scrap Metal
“itemId”: “1f7ac0bb-ad45-4246-9817-59bdf7f7ab39”,
“quantity”: 5,
“craftTime”: 7,
“ingredientList”: [
{
“quantity”: 1,
“itemId”: “f152e4df-bc40-44fb-8d20-3b3ff70cdfe3”
}
]
},

Scrap Mechanic is already a blast, but hey, there’s always room to level up, right? Here are a few ideas that could make our building adventures even more epic:

1. Lock It Down: How about a way to lock your creations? No more accidental part-removals. Just lock it and you’re set.
2. Blueprint Bonanza: Imagine being able to save and replicate your masterpieces easily. Blueprints could be a total game-changer, especially for rebuilding those vehicles or foldable stairs.

These tweaks could take our Scrap Mechanic fun to new heights!

Gameplay Tweaks for an Even Better Experience

While we’re all having a blast in Scrap Mechanic, here are some more tweaks that could spice up our gameplay:

1. Bye-Bye Bushes: Let’s clear those stubborn little scrubs and make room for our awesome factories, shall we?

2. Grow Your Own Forest

How cool would it be to grow your own hydroponic forest? Just plant some tree seeds and watch your green paradise unfold.

3. Connect Tool Upgrade

Ever get lost in all the connections? A Shift+Scroll Visibility Menu would be a game-changer, showing everything in neat, color-coded glory.

And a Few More Goodies…

• See the Size: Building’s way easier when you can see the dimensions. Precision for the win!
• Compact Inventory: Smaller inventory, more chest-building, more fun. It’s all about resource management.
• Handy Container Access: Imagine reaching into nearby containers right from your backpack. Talk about a time-saver!
• Positive Vibes Only: Let’s ditch those nagging messages and keep the mood upbeat, even when things get glitchy.
• Balanced Bots: Tweaking Tapebot strength for fairer fights? Yes, please!
• Food Freshness: If food spoilage becomes a thing, a fridge to slow down the process would be super handy. Keeps us focused on the build, not the food.