Dreadmoor is available now in early access on PC, dropping players into a dark, murky world focused on capturing fish, exploring locations, and upgrading a boat. The campaign opens with a tentacle knocking your character into the water, stranding you on a safe piece of land before setting up the core survival loop.
Quick Overview: Steps at a Glance
- Power up the generator using fuel found in the nearby hut to unlock your boat.
- Acquire the Hook Gun and travel to the Church Settlement for your first weapon and a bed.
- Visit the Trading Post to meet the trader and receive initial quests.
- Patch your shelter wall and retrieve the Simple Rod to start fishing.
- Gather resources, open the Dry Dock doors, and clean polyps off your ship to install upgrades.
Powering Up the Generator and Unlocking the Boat
Your primary objective after washing ashore is to get your boat. Head toward the generator and check the hut situated directly to the right of it. Inside, you'll find the fuel needed to power the generator. Once active, your boat unlocks, allowing you to begin exploring the world of Dreadmoor. Make sure to pick up the Hook Gun along the way before moving to your next destination.
Visiting the Church Settlement and Trading Post
Set sail next for the Church Settlement. This location provides your first weapon—which lets you clear blockages—as well as the first bed where you can sleep to pass the night. From there, head to the Trading Post. Meet the trader to pick up new quests and check out the available blueprints, though purchasing blueprints can be safely ignored during the opening hours.
Securing the Simple Rod and Fishing
With the initial stops out of the way, travel upwards to patch the hole in the wall of your shelter. Find the bed inside to survive the night, then collect the Simple Rod. Having the rod enables you to fish in the surrounding waters.
Unlocking the Dry Dock and Upgrading Your Ship
After acquiring the fishing rod, your next goal is opening the door to the Dry Dock. Gather the required resources and speak with the Engineer to get the doors open, giving you access to clean and upgrade your ship. Before installing any upgrades, use a water pipe to clean the polyps off your ship. Once cleared, you can install upgrades by crafting them using required resources after unlocking the necessary blueprints.