📖 Survival Secrets Newhome Players Keep Dying to Learn

Platform

Model

Focus

Status

Persistent Home Base

Unlike the original Don't Starve, your base persists between game sessions and deaths. Upgrade your home over time, adding crafting stations, farms, and decorations to create a permanent sanctuary in the Constant.

Cooperative Multiplayer

Team up with friends to survive the harsh wilderness. Coordinate tasks, tackle powerful bosses together, and build a thriving settlement. The game is designed with co-op play at its core, making survival more accessible (but still challenging).

Story Mode

Discover a new narrative layer in the Don't Starve universe. Each character has their own storyline and quests, revealing more about the mysterious Constant and its inhabitants. The story trailer hints at Wilson escaping the Nightmare Throne and exploring different character "realms."

New Game Modes

Experience the Constant in different ways with specialized game modes:

• Expert Mode: A hardcore survival challenge with tougher enemies and fewer safety nets, aimed at veteran Don't Starve players.
• Season Mode: Rotating themed challenges with unique objectives and rules, such as cooking competitions or hide-and-seek with critters.

Creatures & Bosses

• New owl-like monsters
• Moth-type creatures
• Unique boss encounters
• Character-specific enemies

Biomes & Areas

• Character "home realms"
• New environmental challenges
• Seasonal-themed areas
• Story-specific locations

Items & Crafting

• New weapons & tools
• Decorative items for bases
• Pet companions
• Seasonal event items

Daily Essentials

• Collect flint, grass, and twigs for tools
• Gather food before nightfall
• Always have materials for a fire
• Map your surroundings systematically

Manage Your Meters

• Cook food for better hunger restoration
• Carry sanity-restoring items (flowers, potions)
• Craft healing items for emergencies
• Monitor new meters specific to Newhome

Your persistent base is central to Newhome's gameplay. Unlike traditional Don't Starve, your home remains between deaths and serves as your primary operations center.

Key Structures to Prioritize:

• Crafting Stations - Unlock new recipes and items
• Crock Pot - Create superior foods for hunger and health
• Farms - Sustainable food sources (Berry Bushes, Farms)
• Storage - Organize resources efficiently
• Defensive Walls - Protection from periodic attacks

Base Location Tips

• Near (but not too close to) rabbit holes and ponds
• Access to stone and gold deposits
• Within reach of a Wormhole for quick travel
• Away from Spider Dens and other hostile zones
• Flat area with space to expand

Role Specialization

• Designate a base builder/farmer
• Assign a dedicated explorer/mapper
• Have a combat specialist for hunting/defense
• Appoint a resource gatherer

Boss Fight Tactics

• Tank character draws aggro (Wolfgang-type)
• Ranged attackers deal damage from safe distance
• Support character provides healing/buffs
• Use ping system to coordinate attacks

Resource Sharing

• Pool rare materials in shared storage
• Distribute food based on hunger levels
• Share map discoveries via ping system
• Coordinate equipment crafting to avoid waste

Expert Mode

This hardcore mode restores the punishing difficulty of classic Don't Starve with tougher enemies and fewer safety nets.

Preparation:

• Level up your Home Base before attempting
• Stock up on healing items and armor
• Practice combat kiting in normal mode
• Create food caches around the map

Survival Tips:

• Move cautiously; plan routes before venturing out
• Keep distance from all creatures (they deal much more damage)
• Consider playing with friends for better odds
• Prioritize defensive gear over offensive

Season Mode

Seasonal challenges with unique objectives, themes, and rules that rotate periodically.

Before Entering:

• Limited item carries (8 stacks max) - choose wisely
• Research the season's theme before entering
• Pack supplies relevant to the challenge
• You cannot return to your home base during a season

Efficiency Tips:

• Focus on objectives, not base-building
• Use the unique seasonal mechanics to your advantage
• Time management is crucial - seasons are time-limited
• Complete special objectives for exclusive rewards

Touch Controls

• Use two fingers to zoom in/out on the map
• Long-press on items for detailed information
• Swipe between inventory tabs for quick access
• Double-tap to quickly pick up resources
• Use the auto-attack toggle for combat

Device Optimization

• Lower graphics settings for battery conservation
• Consider using PC via emulator for better control
• Close background apps before long sessions
• Adjust UI scale in settings for your device size
• Enable performance mode if available

Structural Changes

• Persistence vs. Roguelike: Newhome's permanent progression system contrasts with the traditional permadeath approach of DS/DST.
• Mobile Focus: Streamlined for shorter play sessions with touch controls and simplified mechanics.
• Free-to-Play Model: Unlike the premium DS/DST, Newhome uses a F2P model with cosmetic microtransactions.
• RPG Elements: Character progression, upgrades, and level systems give Newhome more RPG-like qualities.

Content Differences

• Exclusive Creatures: Newhome features unique monsters not found in DS/DST.
• New Biomes: Special areas and character realms exclusive to Newhome.
• Season Mode: Rotating themed challenges unlike anything in the original games.
• Different Character Roster: Started with fewer characters but is expanding over time.
• Story Focus: More direct narrative elements than DST's environmental storytelling.

Enthusiastic Players

Appreciate the accessibility and co-op focus, especially those who found DS/DST too difficult or time-consuming. They welcome the persistent progression and mobile-friendly design that lets them enjoy the Don't Starve universe in shorter bursts.

Skeptical Veterans

Some hardcore fans view the F2P model and simplified mechanics as a departure from what makes Don't Starve special. They worry that the persistent progression and mobile focus dilute the hardcore survival experience that defined the original games.

"Wait and See" Group

Many community members are taking a middle path, recognizing that Newhome is a different experience rather than a replacement for DS/DST. They're curious to try the final release while continuing to enjoy the original games for their unique qualities.

Playing on PC

Use Android emulators for keyboard/mouse controls:

• LDPlayer (recommended for Newhome)
• BlueStacks

Beginner's Guides

• LDPlayer Blog Guide
• TapTap Community Guides
• YouTube Walkthrough Series

Translations & Resources

Community translations of Chinese updates and developer letters available on Reddit and the Klei forums.

No, it's not a direct sequel. Newhome is a spin-off developed by Shengqu Games under license from Klei Entertainment. It's set in the same universe but with different gameplay focused on mobile and co-op experiences.

As of the latest information, Don't Starve: Newhome is planned for global release in Spring 2024. The game has gone through multiple beta tests between 2020-2023, and development is nearing completion.

Don't Starve: Newhome is being developed exclusively for mobile platforms (Android and iOS). There are currently no announced plans for PC or console versions.

Unlike the original Don't Starve's roguelike approach where you lose everything on death, Newhome features persistent progression. Your home base remains between deaths, and you can gradually upgrade it over time. Character skills and unlocks also persist, making it more like an RPG with survival elements.

Based on beta testing information, Don't Starve: Newhome monetizes through cosmetic items and possibly some progression accelerators, but core gameplay remains skill-based. Expert Mode in particular is designed to provide a challenging experience regardless of purchases. The developers have stated they aim to keep the game fair for non-paying players while offering optional purchases.

Newhome launched its beta with familiar faces like Wilson, Willow, and other classic Don't Starve characters. More characters have been added through updates, including Wendy, WX-78, and others. Each character has unique abilities and a personal storyline in Newhome, expanding on their lore in the Don't Starve universe.

Don't Starve: Newhome is primarily designed as an online experience, particularly for its co-op features and persistent world. Limited offline play may be possible for certain single-player activities, but an internet connection is likely required for most gameplay functions.

Based on beta testing, Newhome runs on devices with:

• Android: Android 5.0+ with at least 2GB RAM
• iOS: iOS 10+ (iPhone 6s or newer)
• At least 2GB of free storage space

Lower-end devices may experience performance issues during complex co-op gameplay or when many objects are on screen.

Yes, Don't Starve: Newhome uses account-based progression. By signing in with the same account on different devices, your progress, purchases, and character development should transfer. This requires linking to a platform account (likely Google Play, Apple ID, or a Tencent/Level Infinite account).