Consumables are single-use items that provide immediate benefits, such as restoring health, stamina, hunger, or thirst. Examples include Purified Water, Cooked Meat, Healing Sprays, and Stamina Boosters. Always carry a good supply of these, especially before venturing into dangerous areas. Crafting these items at your base is often more efficient than finding them in the wild.
Crafting materials are the backbone of your survival. These include common items like Wood, Iron, and Plastic, as well as rarer components like Electronic Parts, Rubber, and Kuban Energy Crystals. You'll gather these from the environment, by dismantling objects, or as mission rewards. Efficient resource management and knowing where to find specific materials are vital for crafting and upgrading all your equipment.