SCUM - Ultimate Walkthrough & Survival Guide

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SCUM is an open-world survival game with deep character customization, intense PvP and PvE mechanics, and a robust metabolism system. This guide will help you survive, craft, hunt, and thrive in the unforgiving world of SCUM.

1. Getting Started

Character Creation & Attributes

  • Strength (STR): Affects melee damage, carry weight, and weapon handling.
  • Constitution (CON): Determines stamina, endurance, and health regeneration.
  • Dexterity (DEX): Controls movement speed, stealth, and lockpicking ability.
  • Intelligence (INT): Influences survival skills, engineering, awareness, and hacking.

Tip: Balance your stats based on your playstyle. A high STR/DEX build is good for combat, while a high INT/CON build suits crafters and explorers.

User Interface (UI) Basics

  • Inventory (TAB): Manage gear, equip weapons, and craft.
  • Metabolism Menu (M): Shows health, hunger, and stamina details.
  • Map (M): Check your location and set waypoints.
  • Quick Slots (1-9): Assign weapons and items for fast access.

2. Basic Survival

Looting & Gathering Resources

  • Check abandoned buildings, military bases, and bunkers for loot.
  • Use cut-down trees or gather stones to craft primitive tools.
  • Search for food in farms, houses, and wild plants (corn, mushrooms, etc.).
  • Loot cars and garages for tools and vehicle parts.

Crafting Essentials

  • Stone Knife: Your first tool (two small stones).
  • Improvised Backpack: Made from rags and a rope.
  • Spear: A vital melee and ranged weapon for hunting and self-defense.

Managing Health & Metabolism

  • Eat and Drink Regularly: Keep track of calorie intake to avoid malnutrition.
  • Monitor Vitamins & Minerals: Deficiencies can cause weakness or sickness.
  • Check Wound Status: Use bandages or rags to stop bleeding.

3. Combat & Weapons

Melee Combat

  • Spears & Axes: Great for silent takedowns and low-resource fights.
  • Machetes & Knives: Fast attacks but short range.
  • Baseball Bats & Pipes: High damage but slow swings.

Firearms & Ammunition

  • Guns require magazines and correct ammo types to work properly.
  • Attachments like scopes and suppressors improve efficiency.
  • Gun Cleaning Kits keep weapons from jamming.

PvE & PvP Tips

  • Stealth is Key: Crouch and move slowly to avoid detection.
  • Use Cover: Trees, buildings, and walls can save you in firefights.
  • Check Your Surroundings: Ambushes are common in PvP.

4. Base Building & Safe Zones

Choosing a Base Location

  • Near Water & Food: Ensures easy survival.
  • Hidden Spots: Avoid high-traffic areas to prevent raids.
  • Defensible Terrain: Hills and cliffs make good strongholds.



Building & Fortifications

  • Walls & Gates: Keep intruders out.
  • Storage Boxes: Secure your loot.
  • Traps & Mines: Protect your base from enemies.

Safe Zones & Traders

  • Safe zones allow for trade and social interactions without PvP.
  • Traders offer weapons, food, and gear in exchange for currency.


5. Advanced Survival & Hunting

Hunting & Fishing

  • Use a bow or spear to kill animals like deer, boars, and rabbits.
  • Craft fishing rods and use bait to catch fish.
  • Cook meat over a fire to avoid food poisoning.

Stealth & Avoiding Mechs/Zombies

  • Crouch & Stay Quiet: Mechs detect sound and movement.
  • Use Distractions: Throw rocks to lure zombies away.
  • Avoid Military Bases Without Gear: Mechs patrol heavily guarded areas.

6. Vehicles & Travel

Finding & Repairing Vehicles

  • Vehicles spawn randomly across the map.
  • Use car repair kits to fix broken vehicles.
  • Refuel at gas stations but beware of ambushes.

Navigating the World

  • Use roads for speed but be wary of ambushes.
  • Off-road driving is great for stealth.
  • Map & Compass: Essential for navigation if GPS is unavailable.

7. Endgame & Progression

Faction Wars & Clan Battles

  • Join a clan for teamwork and base-building advantages.
  • Raid enemy bases for loot and territory control.
  • Engage in large-scale PvP battles for dominance.

Advanced Crafting & Tech

  • Craft better gear, weapons, and tools as you progress.
  • Upgrade base defenses with electric locks and reinforced walls.
  • Stockpile medical supplies & food for long-term survival.

Final Tips & Tricks

✔ Always carry bandages for bleeding wounds.
✔ Avoid military zones early in the game to stay alive.
✔ Use third-person view to peek around corners safely.
✔ Keep an eye on metabolism stats to avoid starvation.
✔ Practice lockpicking for easy access to loot.

With these strategies, you’ll be well-equipped to survive, fight, and conquer the brutal world of SCUM. Good luck, and stay sharp! 🔥