The Long Dark – Loading Screen Tips

The Long Dark – Loading Screen Tips

All tips listed are in the game and are taken from screenshots that I took when loading into areas.

Character Tips

Exposure Leads To Frostbite – Uncovered skin can become Frostbitten. Check your Clothing interface to watch for areas of Frostbite Risk.

Hypothermia – Hypothermia happens when body temperature stays too low for too long. Keep an eye on your temperature using the Status screen.

Laceration – Bandages treat Blood Loss and can be found or Crafted from Cloth.

Radial Menu – Press [Key] for a quick way to access a variety of critical game actions, as well as critical status information.

Scent Indicator – Keep an eye on your Scent Indicator [symbol] when carrying Raw Meat or Fish, or when Bleeding. Predators can smell you, and may come looking.

Sheltered Indicator – When you see the Sheltered Indicator [symbol], this means you are currently protected from the wind.

Clothing Tips

Clothing As Amour – Clothing can offer Protection against physical harm – whether it be falls or wildlife attacks.

Crafting Clothing – Clothing you make from wildlife hides can offer unique survival advantages.

Improvised Clothing – As a last resort, Craft Improvised Head and Hand Wraps to protect yourself from weather and wildlife.

Wet Or Frozen Clothing – Wet or frozen clothing can be deadly. Warm it by a fire to dry it out.

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