Welcome to the third Alpha Playtest for Ardem! Ardem is a third person, survival game so if youve not been in one of our playtests before, or if youve never played a survival game before, weve put together this little guide that should help get you started! This guide should get you to the point where you know what youre doing and can begin to fend for yourself in the world of Ardem. There are many threats, from robots to other players. But theres always the chance you might make a new friend and build, survive and thrive together in the ruins of society. Its worth noting that the entire map is not available in this playtest as we are still actively working on the game so you will encounter walls as you play. Rest assured, this will not be in the final release. If you find yourself stuck, or with any other questions about the game, please head to our Discord where we, and the community, will be able to help you out!

First Steps in Ardem

Spawn Location As a new player, youll start on either the west or south coast, with spawn points scattered along the beaches. While each location has different distances to loot spots, the overall experience is similar. Gathering Basic Resources The beaches are a great place to find driftwood and drift metalessential for crafting tools early on. Tools can also be looted, but crafting lets you stay safe in the wild and avoid other players. Youll need wood, metal, and rope. For rope, either search or craft it yourself using plant fibres.

• Fishing rod: Helps with food.
• Bow and arrows: Good for defense.
• Axe: Essential for firewood

To bring up the crafting menu press tab on your keyboard and head to the crafting menu. Youll find most things you need in the tab menu! Its worth noting that not all tools are craftable, many of them youll have to find in the world. Securing Food and Water Early survival means ensuring you have enough food and water:

• Water: Drink directly from rivers or lakes, find bottles to fill, or loot canned drinks.
• Food: Find canned goods, gather forest berries, hunt fish or animals, and grill meat for higher nutrients. A grill grate is needed for proper cooking.

Night Preparation Be ready for nightfall with your flashlight and spare batteries, which you will spawn with. Campfires are useful for visibility but remember that light and fires can be seen from a distance. If you dont want other players to see you, be careful. Build fires with stones (found on roads or beaches), add wood, and use matches or a fire drill to ignite. Using Vehicles Vehicles are excellent for fast travel but require fuel and maintenance. Use a gas canister or an empty bottle to siphon fuel from wrecks and salvage parts with a wrench. Keeping your vehicle in good shape is essential to avoid permanent damage. Building and Storage As you gather loot, consider your storage options:

• Storage boxes: Place them in a secure location.
• Vehicles: Carry storage boxes for mobile loot.
• Bases: Build a small base for safer storage.

Base Building Basics To start building, find a hammer (available in industrial or residential areas) and open the build menu by pressing "X". In multiplayer, a plot pole is required first, located under the Misc category. Build frame walls first, and add wood, metal, or stone paneling by selecting them with a middle-click while holding the hammer. Electricity and Decoration To add lighting, youll need a wire cutter. Use the Electricity category in the build menu to install power components and find fuses to manage circuits. Decorate with furniture and customize your base. You can take any furniture you find in the world, simply pick it up and it will be packed into a convenient box for you. But you will have to carry this box back, so a vehicle might be important. Farming For a reliable food source, grow crops like tomatoes and eggplants by planting seeds on grassy or muddy ground, found in garages and sheds. Robot Dangers Beware of robots patrolling high-risk areas like cities and military checkpoints. You can either avoid or flee from them when encountered. You may, however, find weapons, which can be used to take these robots out as well as protect yourself from others, if needed. ________ With this, you should be ready to get started in Ardem! Most items can be found in places you might expect to find them. For example, car parts in a garage or food items in an abandoned homes kitchen. However, as we mentioned above, if you find yourself lost or confused, come and talk to us on Discord and we can help you! If you encounter any bugs, you can press the * button which will let you add details and a screenshot. If you get stuck and just want to know what to do, please also let us know in Discord! We hope you have as much fun playing as we have making this Alpha, thank you for joining us to test and shape the future or our first game! - Techtive Games.

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In a world ravaged by conflict between humans and advanced AI, Ardem emerges as a classic but immersive persistent open-world survival game set in an alternative future. As the remnants of human civilization dwindle, nature reclaims its territory, with overgrown buildings and decaying infrastructure serving as reminders of a long bygone era. Amongst this abandoned land, rogue AI robots wander, tirelessly seeking out the few humans left.

What can you expect?

• AI enemies including mechs and drones
  
• PvE / PvP / RP; your server -> your choice
  
• Play on community or roleplay servers hosting up to 64 players
  
• Immersive open world featuring distinct seasons and challenging weather conditions
  
• Entirely handcrafted environments with hundreds of points of interest
  
• Innovative base-building system providing players with exceptional freedom of choice
  
• Selection of hundreds of objects for customizing your homes
  
• Sophisticated electricity system with multiple energy sources (fuels, solar, wind)
  
• Advanced vehicle system with upgrade options and various attachments

Explore!

Embark on an immersive journey across Ardem's expansive 64 km², where overgrown and partially ravaged landscapes set the stage. Engage in urban combat or shroud yourself within forests to secretly construct your sanctuary. Explore countless handcrafted destinations ready for your adventure.

Dynamic Basebuilding

Build your base's framework, adapt to your surroundings with a range of materials, and fortify it against harsh weather and other players eager for your loot. Electrify your sanctuary, from advanced defenses to essential appliances like fridges and more. Plus, top it all off with the ability to personalize your home with hundreds of objects, making it truly your own.

Farming, Hunting & Fishing

Food supply goes beyond gathering berries and mushrooms. Take control of your supplies by hunting wild animals, tending to crops, or casting your line for fish. But each method brings its own challenges and requirements. To hunt, you'll need a weapon; for farming, seeds are a must, and for fishing, it's all about the right rod and bait selection.

Electrification!

Electrify your base with a versatile power system. Use the elements — wind, water, and solar, or rely on fuel for your energy needs. Illuminate homes, fortify defenses, and power a wide range of electronic devices. Keep your food fresh in a fridge, recharge essential batteries, and discover a wealth of possibilities to empower your survival journey.

Vehicle Mastery

Navigate the world of Ardem at your own pace with our vehicle system. Find and aquire vehicles to speed up your journey, but beware – they're noisy, thirsty for fuel, and demand regular maintenance. Customize your ride with a vast array of attachments, enhancing everything from bullet protection to other essential features.

Crafted with Passion & Cutting Edge Technology

Developed on Unreal Engine 5, Ardem utilizes advanced technologies like Lumen and Raytracing for breathtaking visuals and gameplay. Our commitment ensures Ardem remains at the technological forefront.

Why you will love Ardem

Ardem provides a range of gameplay options. The solitary pursuit of singleplayer, cooperative engagement with up to four companions in co-op mode, or participation in community servers with up to 64 players. Be the lone wolf camping in the wilderness or team up and develop, defend and upgrade your base to a fortress.


We will continuously expand the content with tons of features to build an everlasting experience.