Weird West is an isometric action RPG immersive sim set in a dark fantasy version of the American frontier where gunslingers share the land with werewolves, witches, and eldritch horrors. You play through five interconnected character journeys — a retired bounty hunter, a human-turned-pigman, a Native American protector, a werewolf, and a mysterious Oneirist — each with unique abilities and storylines. Choices and consequences persist across all five journeys: NPCs you save or kill remain affected, towns you destroyed stay ruined, and previous characters become recruitable companions.
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
Grackle
Key resources: Shopping, quest hub, reputation building, NPC relationships Farming efficiency: Low value per run, but safe and consistent
Focus on gathering materials for Lever-Action Rifle upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Absolution Falls
Key resources: Faction quests, mine exploration, criminal contacts, weapon upgrades Farming efficiency: Good early-game farming spot
Focus on gathering materials for Lever-Action Rifle upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Galen's Crossing
Key resources: Rare merchant stock, central map location, supernatural encounters, fast travel Farming efficiency: Best mid-game farming, worth revisiting
Focus on gathering materials for Lever-Action Rifle upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Soothsayer's Camp
Key resources: Supernatural ability upgrades, spiritual lore, unique quest lines, mystical items Farming efficiency: High-value materials for late-game upgrades
This is where you farm materials for Revolver max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Olvidado Mines
Key resources: High-tier loot, ore resources, underground exploration, environmental storytelling Farming efficiency: Best resources in the game, requires strong build
This is where you farm materials for Revolver max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Upgrade Path
Early Game (Grackle — Absolution Falls)
- Upgrade your starting equipment to functional level
- Craft basic defensive gear
- Save specialty materials — you'll need them later
- Focus on Lever-Action Rifle once accessible
Mid Game (Galen's Crossing)
- Push Lever-Action Rifle to mid-level upgrades
- Start collecting materials for Revolver
- Craft situational consumables for boss fights
- Upgrade build-specific gear pieces
Late Game (Soothsayer's Camp — Olvidado Mines)
- Max out Revolver — 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 Galen's Crossing 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
- Kick doors open (interact while sprinting) to stagger anyone standing behind them. Follow up with a free headshot during the stagger window.
- Farm Galen's Crossing 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 Weird West Guides
- Weird West Weird West Overview
- Weird West Best Builds
- Weird West Tier List
- Weird West Walkthrough
- Weird West Beginner's Guide
- Weird West Tips & Tricks
- Weird West Weapons Guide
- Weird West Combat Guide
- Weird West Boss Guide
- Weird West Maps & Locations
- Weird West Classes & Characters
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