As you progress, you'll unlock more complex and powerful crafting recipes, including advanced tools and base modules. These require rarer materials and often blueprints found in specific locations. Examples include:
- Plasma Cutter: Upgrade to Laser Cutter, requires Uranium, Titanium.
- Advanced Grabber: Upgrade to Grabber, requires Advanced Wire, Titanium.
- Universal Module: Core for your base, requires significant Metal, Plastic, and Wire.
- Living Quarters: Adds comfort and save points to your base.
- Large Storage: Greatly expands storage capacity.
- Vehicle Bay: Allows construction and repair of vehicles.
- Rocket: Advanced personal transport.
- Prawn Suit: Heavy exploration and combat vehicle.
Always check your crafting menu for new blueprints after exploring new areas or completing main objectives.