Brotato is a top-down auto-shooter roguelike where a potato-shaped alien defends against waves of enemies using up to 6 weapons simultaneously. Runs last 20 waves (~25 minutes) with a shop between each wave for weapons, items, and stat upgrades. The stat-stacking system is wildly satisfying — by wave 15, your character might have +300% ranged damage with six SMGs firing simultaneously, filling the screen with projectiles. 40+ unlockable characters each have unique starting stats and restrictions that fundamentally change strategy. At $5, it's one of the best value propositions in gaming.
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 equipment | Biggest damage increase per resource spent |
| 2 | Core build gear | Enables your build's key synergies |
| 3 | Defensive upgrades | Survivability for boss fights |
| 4 | Secondary equipment | Situational options for specific content |
| 5 | Consumables | Temporary boosts for hard content |
Resource Farming by Area
Wave Arena
Key resources: Gold from kills, experience from waves, weapon drops from elites Farming efficiency: Low value per run, but safe and consistent
Focus on gathering materials for Shuriken upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Shop Phase
Key resources: Weapons, stat items, consumables, character build progression Farming efficiency: Good early-game farming spot
Focus on gathering materials for Shuriken upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Boss Wave
Key resources: Run completion, boss loot chest, character unlock progress Farming efficiency: Best mid-game farming, worth revisiting
Focus on gathering materials for Shuriken upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Danger 5 Arena
Key resources: Best item quality, hardest challenge, achievement unlocks Farming efficiency: High-value materials for late-game upgrades
This is where you farm materials for SMG max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Endless Mode
Key resources: High score, build testing, bragging rights Farming efficiency: Best resources in the game, requires strong build
This is where you farm materials for SMG max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Upgrade Path
Early Game (Wave Arena — Shop Phase)
- Upgrade your starting equipment to functional level
- Craft basic defensive gear
- Save specialty materials — you'll need them later
- Focus on Shuriken once accessible
Mid Game (Boss Wave)
- Push Shuriken to mid-level upgrades
- Start collecting materials for SMG
- Craft situational consumables for boss fights
- Upgrade build-specific gear pieces
Late Game (Danger 5 Arena — Endless Mode)
- Max out SMG — this is your top priority
- Complete your build's core gear set
- Craft endgame consumables
- Optional: upgrade secondary equipment for variety
Crafting Mistakes to Avoid
- Spreading upgrades across multiple equipment — 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 Boss Wave 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
- Stack one damage type (ranged, melee, or elemental) with matching weapons. A +300% ranged damage build with 6 ranged weapons vastly outdamages a mixed +100% melee/+100% ranged build.
- Farm Boss Wave 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 Brotato Guides
- Brotato Brotato Overview
- Brotato Best Builds
- Brotato Tier List
- Brotato Walkthrough
- Brotato Beginner's Guide
- Brotato Tips & Tricks
- Brotato Weapons Guide
- Brotato Combat Guide
- Brotato Boss Guide
- Brotato Maps & Locations
- Brotato Classes & Characters
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- Darkest Dungeon Crafting Guide — roguelike game with similar mechanics
