From bare hands to a working camp

Chop trees, mine stone, and stash what you collect in smart spots so trips get shorter instead of longer. Workbenches unlock recipes in a steady order—axes lead to better lumber, which leads to new stations, and so on—so progress feels earned rather than gated. Threats aren’t constant, but they’re meaningful: stray creatures, darkness, and poor planning punish carelessness, nudging you to improve shelter and keep tools repaired. The loop is simple, readable, and satisfying: leave camp light, return heavy, make something new, venture farther.