5 beginner tips for Once Human

Once Human players might be interested in a few beginner tips that will make their journey easier in this post-apocalyptic world. NetEase's latest free-to-play MMO title is all set to make its global debut soon. This fresh survival-crafting game also has some rather unique elements that add a new strategic layer to keep in mind.

In this article, we will explore five beginner tips for Once Human, that will allow players to dive into the game with ease.

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5 best Once Human beginner tips

1) Character weight

Your weight determines many factors in Once Human (Image via NetEase || MattyGorm on YouTube)

The first beginner tip for Once Human is to properly decide your character's weight while you customize it. Unlike most other games, character customization in this game can offer potential buffs and nerfs to your character in the game. Your fitness counter is especially important, and for several reasons too.

The fitness option decides your body's bone structure and overall weight. Stats like melee damage, maximum carrying capacity, stamina, and a few other parameters will depend on your total weight. While adjusting your weight, click on the icon of your body at the bottom right of the screen to see the various ways the buffs are applied to you.

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2) Memetic Specialization

Keep an eye out on your Memetic Specializations (Image via NetEase || MattyGorm on YouTube)

One of the best beginner tips for Once Human is to keep an eye out on the new Memetic Specializations. These are perks that can do anything from increasing your backpack's carrying capacity to allowing you to craft various items at your workbench. These specializations are unlocked at every five levels.

Crafted items from this option can be shared in co-op play in Once Human. You simply need to drag the item out of your inventory and it will be dropped on the ground for your teammates to pick up.

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3) Server and world settings

Check your server settings properly (Image via NetEase || MattyGorm on YouTube)

If you have friends with whom you want to enjoy the post-apocalyptic adventure, this beginner tip is going to be your lifesaver. There are two settings you need to take care of — the server and the world. Firstly, your account must be on the same server as your friends. The server cannot be changed later on, so make sure to select the right one.

Next is your world. You will be able to see your world on the top-right corner of your screen, along with other details like network latency. If you and your friends are on the same server but in different worlds, it is easy for you to join each other. Simply head to a teleporter and join your friend's world.

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4) Keep your sanity in check

Sanity Gummy can help restore your sanity (Image via NetEase || KilroyPlays on YouTube)

One of the most important beginner tips for Once Human is to keep a check on your sanity. When you head to the Pollution Zones or encounter monsters in general, your sanity will gradually keep declining. If left unchecked, this can affect your max HP and be fatal in-game.

Your HP will keep reducing as you lose your sanity, so rejuvenating your character is important. Certain food items like the Sanity Gummy can restore your sanity, however, a more reliable option is to build a bed in your base and sleep on it.

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5) Catch Deviants

Catching Deviants in Once Human (Image via NetEase || 04AM on YouTube)

Catching Deviants is an important beginner tip. These creatures are similar to Pokemon you can catch and command to help around in your base. It is similar to Palworld where Pals can be assigned jobs to help around at your base. However, you need to act fast as other players in the server can also catch these Deviants before you.

If you are after a specific Deviant and it is not spawning in your world, or if other players are catching them before you, simply head to a teleportation tower and switch your world. This way, you can start afresh and catch your desired Deviant easily.