Arma Reforger is Bohemia Interactive's bridge between Arma 3 and the future Arma 4, built on the new Enfusion engine. Set during a Cold War confrontation on the fictional island of Everon, it pits US and Soviet forces against each other in large-scale combined arms warfare. The Conflict game mode provides a persistent multiplayer experience where squads capture points, build forward bases, and coordinate vehicle operations across a 51 km² map. Reforger emphasizes squad communication and realistic military tactics over twitch shooting skills, with a thriving modding community that has already produced impressive custom content.
Resource management and crafting determine how quickly your power scales. This guide covers what to prioritize, where to farm, and how to avoid wasting resources on the wrong upgrades.
Crafting Priority List
The order you should invest resources:
| Priority | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Primary weapons | Biggest damage increase per resource spent |
| 2 | Core build gear | Enables your role's key synergies |
| 3 | Defensive upgrades | Survivability for boss fights |
| 4 | Secondary weapons | Situational options for specific content |
| 5 | Consumables | Temporary boosts for hard content |
Resource Farming by Area
Everon Island
Key resources: Main Conflict mode gameplay, varied terrain experience Farming efficiency: Low value per run, but safe and consistent
Focus on gathering materials for AKM upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Arland
Key resources: Infantry-focused combat, mountain warfare experience Farming efficiency: Good early-game farming spot
Focus on gathering materials for AKM upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Military Base
Key resources: Vehicle spawns, heavy weapon access, strategic dominance Farming efficiency: Best mid-game farming, worth revisiting
Focus on gathering materials for AKM upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Town Centers
Key resources: Infantry spawn points, supply access, strategic positions Farming efficiency: High-value materials for late-game upgrades
This is where you farm materials for M16A2 max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Forests
Key resources: Concealed movement, ambush positions, flanking routes Farming efficiency: Best resources in the game, requires strong build
This is where you farm materials for M16A2 max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Upgrade Path
Early Game (Everon Island — Arland)
- Upgrade your starting weapons to functional level
- Craft basic defensive gear
- Save specialty materials — you'll need them later
- Focus on AKM once accessible
Mid Game (Military Base)
- Push AKM to mid-level upgrades
- Start collecting materials for M16A2
- Craft situational consumables for boss fights
- Upgrade build-specific gear pieces
Late Game (Town Centers — Forests)
- Max out M16A2 — this is your top priority
- Complete your build's core gear set
- Craft endgame consumables
- Optional: upgrade secondary weapons for variety
Crafting Mistakes to Avoid
- Spreading upgrades across multiple weapons — Focus one weapon to max before diversifying.
- Hoarding materials — Use them. The game provides enough if you farm efficiently.
- Upgrading the wrong gear — Check our builds guide before investing.
- Ignoring Military Base farming — This area has the best resource-to-time ratio in mid-game.
- Crafting consumables too early — Save specialty materials for late-game recipes.
Resource Efficiency Tips
- Always join a squad and use voice communication. Solo players contribute almost nothing to the team and die repeatedly without spawn points.
- Farm Military Base during mid-game for the best return on time
- Check the walkthrough to know when each resource becomes available
- Match your farming route to your build — some classes farm faster in certain areas
More Arma Reforger Guides
- Arma Reforger Arma Reforger Overview
- Arma Reforger Best Builds
- Arma Reforger Tier List
- Arma Reforger Walkthrough
- Arma Reforger Beginner's Guide
- Arma Reforger Tips & Tricks
- Arma Reforger Weapons Guide
- Arma Reforger Combat Guide
- Arma Reforger Boss Guide
- Arma Reforger Maps & Locations
- Arma Reforger Classes & Characters
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