Fans of dungeon crawling games and shopkeeping titles will have the perfect game with "Moonlighter" that mixes both systems into one neatly packed title.
A lot of rogue-type games typically have players going on several runs to get stronger, and this game is no different. It features many different kinds of dungeons that you can dive into to seek treasures beyond your imagination.
However, "Moonlighter" also features a shopkeeping mechanic where you can sell a variety of wares in your own little store to fund your adventures. This guide aims to help beginners get comfortable with the game and what they should know in the early game.
Gather Slime Chunks
The game's Between Dimensions DLC added a bunch of new stuff, including a new currency known as Slime Chunks. These can be found in chests and as drops from enemies as you explore the levels of the fifth dungeon, according to The Gamer.
Slime Chunks are used to buy wares from the Slime Alchemist Merchant, who is only found in the dungeon. The variety of things you can purchase from this particular vendor are items, potions, and powerful dungeon weapons.
Pick a Pet for Your Style
"Moonlighter" lets players have their own pets that can help them throughout their adventures through the dungeons. Pets got a lot better in the Between Dimensions DLC's fifth dungeon, and each one is different.
Choosing a pet that fits your particular playstyle will make fighting enemies in dungeons much easier and faster. One example is the Red Slime, which has a chance to stun enemies and leave them vulnerable for a time.
Upgrade Your Store
You will start to earn a lot of gold throughout your adventures and by selling wares in your store. As your shop is one of the core features of "Moonlighter," it is essential to upgrade it to let you fit more items at one time.
On top of letting you sell more stuff, upgrading your store in the game will also add a variety of new features, drastically increasing your daily sales, Polygon said.
Get a Bow and Arrow Early
Whenever you run dungeons, you will have to fight a variety of different enemies that have unique mechanics. One of the best things you can do in the early game of "Moonlighter" is to have a bow and arrow at hand.
Being able to target enemies at range and keeping yourself at a safe distance helps with taking down foes that have their own projectile attacks.
Keep a Lookout for Sparkling Chasms
While diving into dungeons, you will sometimes see sparkling chasms that are found in some areas. You should try to find these at all costs, as they contain a battle arena that you can reset for special loot, according to Games Radar.
