Squad is a large scale military shooter where two teams of up to 50 players fight over objectives with real logistics and command structure. Offworld Industries built it around teamwork, so a coordinated squad usually beats individual skill.
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
Al Basrah urban map
Key resources: Progression materials and basic crafting components Farming efficiency: Low value per run, but safe and consistent
Focus on gathering materials for RPG-7 launcher upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Gorodok open terrain
Key resources: Progression materials and basic crafting components Farming efficiency: Good early-game farming spot
Focus on gathering materials for RPG-7 launcher upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Yehorivka large map
Key resources: Progression materials and basic crafting components Farming efficiency: Best mid-game farming, worth revisiting
Focus on gathering materials for RPG-7 launcher upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Narva mixed terrain
Key resources: Progression materials and basic crafting components Farming efficiency: High-value materials for late-game upgrades
This is where you farm materials for M4 and AK service rifles max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Logar Valley infantry
Key resources: Progression materials and basic crafting components Farming efficiency: Best resources in the game, requires strong build
This is where you farm materials for M4 and AK service rifles max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Upgrade Path
Early Game (Al Basrah urban map to Gorodok open terrain)
- Upgrade your starting weapons to functional level
- Craft basic defensive gear
- Save specialty materials, since you'll need them later
- Focus on RPG-7 launcher once accessible
Mid Game (Yehorivka large map)
- Push RPG-7 launcher to mid-level upgrades
- Start collecting materials for M4 and AK service rifles
- Craft situational consumables for boss fights
- Upgrade build-specific gear pieces
Late Game (Narva mixed terrain to Logar Valley infantry)
- Max out M4 and AK service rifles. 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 Yehorivka large map 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
- Stay close to your squad leader, since their rally point is your fastest respawn back into the fight.
- Farm Yehorivka large map 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 Squad Guides
- Squad Squad Overview
- Squad Best Builds
- Squad Tier List
- Squad Walkthrough
- Squad Beginner's Guide
- Squad Tips & Tricks
- Squad Weapons Guide
- Squad Combat Guide
- Squad Boss Guide
- Squad Maps & Locations
- Squad Classes & Characters
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