Okay, so I just jumped into Arknights: Endfield, and wow… this game is like half strategy, half factory simulator, and 100% time-sink if you’re not careful.
| Category | Priority | Notes / Tips |
| Daily Login Rewards | High | Free operators, weapons, and materials. Don’t skip! |
| Main Story Missions | High | Unlock mail, redeem codes, account linking, and new gameplay features. |
| Core Team | Very High | Focus on 1–2 DPS + 1 support. Everything else is optional early. |
| Resource Nodes / Exploration | Medium | Collect materials while progressing story; avoid unnecessary backtracking. |
| Factory / Automation Layout | High | Use community blueprints; plan throughput to avoid bottlenecks. |
| Friend / Social Systems | Medium | Add friends to get Stock Bills and commissions; helps early economy. |
| Banner Pulls | Low | Don’t pull randomly; focus on banners with core characters only. |
Step 1: Get the Story Done, Seriously
First thing I did? Dived into the main story. Yeah, missions like “Valley Reboot” aren’t just for the story—they literally unlock all the stuff you actually need: mail, redeem codes, linking your account. I ignored this at first and then spent an hour scratching my head wondering why I couldn’t claim my free stuff. Don’t be me.
Pro tip: Every time you log in, grab your daily rewards. Free operators, weapons, and materials are your lifeline in the first week. I cannot stress this enough.
Step 2: Pick Your Favorites (and Stick to Them)
Here’s where a lot of newbies mess up: trying to level everyone at once. Don’t. Focus on one or two DPS units and a solid support. That’s your core team. Everything else? Ignore for now. Trust me, your sanity and your resource stash will thank you.
Step 3: Explore Like You Actually Care About Resources
This game rewards explorers. Don’t just rush through the main story; roam around and hit all those resource nodes. You’ll thank yourself later when you have enough materials to upgrade your gear without crying.
Step 4: Factory Life is Real
So here’s the weird part: your base isn’t just for looks. The factory/automation system is legit game-changing. Set it up smartly, and you’re basically printing resources while you sleep. I spent a painful first day experimenting, then found some community-shared blueprints. Game. Changer.
Step 5: Make Friends, Use Friends
Yes, social stuff actually matters. Adding friends lets you:
Grab extra Stock Bills from the market/logistics
Make the most of commissions and trades
Seriously, don’t skip this. Early-game economy is brutal, and every little boost helps.
Step 6: Common Noob Mistakes
Pulling on every single banner because “maybe I’ll get lucky.” Don’t. Pick one or two banners with core characters. Save your materials for what matters.
Ignoring factory throughput. Seriously. I learned this the hard way. Bottlenecks will ruin your day.
The first week in Endfield is basically a test of patience, planning, and not letting your inner whale come out too early. Focus on story, pick your main team, automate smart, and use the social systems. Do that, and you’ll cruise past the first chapter without burning through your resources—or your sanity.