A visible ingredient does not always satisfy a recipe. Check its required qualities, condition and quantity, whether it is favourited, and the recipe’s INT requirement before moving files or blaming a mod.
Check in this order
- Open the selected recipe and read every requirement line.
- Compare the specified material or tool quality with the item’s tooltip.
- Check liquid volume and item condition, not just the icon.
- Remove a favourite flag only if you are willing to consume that item.
- Read the INT field and the displayed failure warning.
The developer confirms that favourites will not be consumed. This is desirable for a good bag or tool, but can make the last apparently available ingredient unusable.
When an old guide disagrees
Release 1.0 simplifies the drill repair kit recipe, changes wood scraps and prevents full-condition items from being used in repair recipes. Those changes explain some differences from demo screenshots.
Make the requirements easier to follow
Pin the recipe so its ingredient list stays visible while you gather supplies. Drag a candidate ingredient onto the crafting button to inspect its uses. Nearby ground materials are supported by the course, so holding every ingredient is unnecessary. Use the crafting guide for the normal flow and INT guide for risky attempts.
Sources & version notes
Reviewed against the primary sources below. Version-dependent details are identified in the article; these procedures have not been personally playtested.
- Developer release 1.0 English reference: tutorial, items and status text (2026-11-11 checked)
- Official Release 1.0 Patchnotes (2026-11-09)
Compiled from public sources. We have not personally played or tested these procedures. Check your installed build and its tooltips when details differ.