Mechanism: User Interface and Navigation
Main Navigation (Bottom Bar)
The primary interface for player actions is located at the bottom of the screen and includes:
- Scavenge: Accesses the map and current hex interaction tools.
- Inventory: Manages carried items, equipment, resources, and access to the Recipes menu.
- Skills: Opens the permanent progression menu for character upgrades.
- Chat: Provides communication with other survivors. Opens in the bottom right of the screen.
Dynamic Action System
The UI is context-sensitive. Specific buttons and actions unlock only when certain conditions are met:
- Location-Based:
- Tile: Base: Unlocks the “Enter Base” button on the bottom menu, granting access to the Town Bank and Construction projects.
- Relay: Likely unlocks unique interaction buttons for signal transmission.
- Requirement-Based: Having specific items or skills (e.g., “Field Engineering”) may reveal previously hidden options.
- Event-Based: Current Expedition Objectives may trigger temporary buttons for quest-specific actions.
Notes
- The “Chat” button reinforces the collaborative nature of the game, allowing for coordination on objectives.
- Context-sensitive buttons help keep the interface clean while guiding players toward relevant tasks.