Resource Exploitation

Learn essential strategies for resource exploitation in Oxygen Not Included. Master temperature control, food production, and dupe management to build a thriving base.

This guide covers the basics of starting a base in Oxygen Not Included, focusing on key elements like temperature management, food production, and dupe allocation. It emphasizes using in-game overlays to understand your environment and make informed decisions about base construction and resource management.

Key areas covered:

• Temperature Control: Utilizing the temperature overlay to identify hot and cold spots, understanding material properties (like granite and abyssalite) for building, and keeping heat-generating elements away from sensitive areas like greenhouses.
• Food Production: Starting with Mealwood for early game, transitioning to Bristle Blossoms (requiring water and light), and considering mushrooms. Tips include using carbon dioxide-filled greenhouses or ice biomes to prevent food spoilage.
• Dupe Management: Advising a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 6 dupes to avoid overstretching resources. The importance of building rooms (like barracks and latrines) for dupe morale and stress management is highlighted.

The guide stresses that careful planning and understanding of game mechanics are crucial for survival and expansion.