Controls & UI — Deliver At All Costs Guide

Navigate Deliver At All Costs with ease! Learn about saving, respawning vehicles, repairs, fast travel, police escapes, gadgets, money, and mission replays.

Hey there! So, you're diving into Deliver At All Costs and want to get a handle on things? Awesome! This game can get pretty wild, and knowing your way around the controls and the user interface (UI) is key to not losing your mind (or your cargo). Think of me as your co-pilot here, helping you get the hang of it all.

First off, let's talk about saving your progress. The game's got your back with an auto-save, which is pretty handy. But if you're like me and like to be extra sure, especially after finding some cool stuff out in the world, you can totally do a manual save. Just hit the menu button, head over to Settings, and you'll see the option there. And when you're done playing for the day, always use the 'Save & Exit' option from the settings menu. It's just good practice!

Now, what happens when your trusty delivery vehicle decides to go on an unscheduled demolition derby? Don't sweat it! If your vehicle gets lost or utterly destroyed, you can get a new one. Just look for the orange squares on your map – those are phone boxes. Interact with one, and a fresh ride will pop up nearby, ready for action. It'll even show up on your map so you don't lose track of it.

Vehicle damage is a thing, too. If your engine takes a beating, it seems to fix itself over time, so just focus on not taking more hits. But if a wheel gets damaged, you'll have to hop out and fix it yourself by interacting with it. It's a bit of a pain, but better than being stranded!

Need to get across town in a hurry? While driving is the main way to get around, there's a fast-travel system. Keep an eye out for boats or trains on the map. Visiting these spots will zap you to another location on the map for free. Super useful if you're short on time.

And if you find yourself on the wrong side of the law – maybe you've been a bit too... enthusiastic with your deliveries – hiding in a dumpster is your best bet. Find one, interact with it, and after a little while, the heat will die down. Crisis averted!

Let's talk gadgets! These are awesome upgrades for your truck that can be a lifesaver. Things like the crane, winch, and armor plating you'll get just by playing. But for cooler stuff, like the 'hell horn,' you'll need to do a bit more. You can find blueprints for these by doing side-missions (marked with green question marks) or by buying them at shops (dollar signs on the map). Once you have the blueprints and the parts (which you can also buy or find in red chests), you can develop them at your desk back at your place.

Developing a gadget is one thing, but using it is another. Some missions will automatically equip what you need. But when you're just cruising, you can equip one 'delivery gadget' and one 'auxiliary gadget' yourself. Open your journal, go to the Inventory tab, and pick your loadout. Delivery gadgets are usually activated with the Square/X button, and auxiliary ones (like Time Control) with Circle/B. Experiment and see what works best for you!

Money makes the world go 'round, right? Completing missions is your main income, but you can earn a bit extra by smashing those crates with yellow 'X' marks. Hit 'em with your vehicle or kick 'em if you're on foot. Every little bit helps pad your wallet!

Want to replay a mission? Easy peasy. Open your journal, go to the Notes tab, and find the missions log. You can select any mission you've completed and hit Triangle/Y to jump back in. Great for trying to nail those optional objectives or just for fun.

Quick stats for you: there are 13 chapters in the game, split across three acts, each with its own map. The first act is the longest, and the last is the shortest. And heads up, this is a strictly single-player experience – no multiplayer here. If you're just hitting the main story, expect to finish in about 10-15 hours, but if you're a completionist aiming for all achievements, you'll likely sink 20+ hours into it. Plenty of chaotic fun to be had!