Early Game Progression
Move from stone to copper, bronze, iron and steel with deliberate resource goals.
StoneQuick Summary
Move from stone to copper, bronze, iron and steel with deliberate resource goals.
CopperKey Information
01Stone age tools
02Copper prospecting
03Bronze alloys
04Iron blooms
05Steel preparation
06When to move base
BronzePractical Strategy
Treat this topic as part of a larger survival chain. Gather the inputs before you need them, keep notes on locations and recipes, and avoid spending rare materials until the next step in progression is clear.
IronCommon Mistakes
01Starting too late in the season
02Using scarce materials without a plan
03Ignoring storage and travel time
04Failing to mark useful locations on the map
SteelRelated Planning
Connect this page with your food plan, base location, tool progression and winter preparation. Vintage Story rewards players who build systems instead of chasing one-off wins.