Collectibles Guide (All Types)

Collectibles Guide (All Types)

Welcome, Wanderers! This comprehensive guide will detail the locations and strategies for acquiring all collectible types scattered across Dite. While Metal Gear Survive doesn't feature traditional "missable" collectibles in the sense that you can't return for them, some require specific conditions or progression to access. Prioritizing these early can streamline your resource gathering and character development.

Memory Boards

Memory Boards are crucial for understanding the lore of Dite and the events leading to your arrival. Each board provides a snippet of information, often hinting at valuable resources or enemy weaknesses. Collecting them all unlocks the "Archivist" trophy/achievement.

• Location Strategy: Memory Boards are typically found in abandoned structures, near significant landmarks, or in areas with high concentrations of Wanderer activity. They often glow faintly, making them easier to spot at night or in low-light conditions.
• Specific Examples:
  • Memory Board 001 (The First Contact): Located in the starting area of the Dust, within the dilapidated research outpost directly north of the initial wormhole spawn point. Check the desk in the main laboratory room.
  • Memory Board 007 (The Collapse): Found in the wreckage of the large cargo plane in the Western Dust, near the broken wing section. You'll need to clear a small group of Wanderers to safely access it.
  • Memory Board 015 (Project Dite): Inside the locked storage room on the second floor of the main research facility in the Central Dust. Requires the "Facility Keycard A", typically dropped by a specific Armored Wanderer patrol in the vicinity or found in a nearby supply crate.
• Actionable Tip: Equip your iDroid's scanner frequently. Memory Boards, like other important items, will be highlighted on your mini-map when within range. Clearing out surrounding enemies before attempting to collect ensures your safety.

Kuban Energy Clusters

Kuban Energy Clusters are vital for character progression, allowing you to level up your stats and unlock new skills. While Kuban is abundant from defeated enemies, these clusters offer a significant boost.

• Location Strategy: Large Kuban Energy Clusters are often found in areas with high concentrations of naturally occurring Kuban crystals, typically deep within the Dust or in areas recently affected by wormhole disturbances. They are also sometimes found in the aftermath of large-scale enemy encounters.
• Specific Examples:
  • Large Kuban Cluster (Dusty Ravine): Tucked away in a small cave system accessible from the northern edge of the Dusty Ravine region. Look for a narrow crevice near a cluster of red Kuban crystals.
  • Huge Kuban Cluster (Ancient Ruins): Located at the very top of the central spire within the Ancient Ruins zone. Requires careful platforming and potentially a ladder or ramp constructed from salvaged materials. Be wary of Mortar Wanderers guarding the approach.
• Actionable Tip: Use your iDroid's resource scanner to pinpoint large Kuban deposits. These clusters often respawn after a significant amount of in-game time or after completing specific main missions, making them excellent farming spots.

Blueprint Schematics

Blueprints are essential for crafting new weapons, tools, and base defenses. Without them, your survival will be significantly hampered. Collecting all blueprints contributes to the "Master Craftsman" trophy/achievement.

• Location Strategy: Blueprints are usually found in secure containers, locked chests, or sometimes dropped by unique enemy types. They are often hidden in less obvious locations within structures or out in the open world.
• Specific Examples:
  • Blueprint: Advanced Bow: Found in a locked military crate inside the abandoned sniper nest overlooking the Western Dust's main road. Requires a "Lockpick" or a high-level "Explosive" to open.
  • Blueprint: Heavy Machine Gun Turret: Dropped by the "Grave Digger" boss enemy encountered during the main mission "The Lost Expedition" in the Southern Dust. Ensure you defeat it to claim this valuable schematic.
  • Blueprint: Water Purifier Mark II: Located in a hidden compartment behind a false wall in the ruined laboratory in the Eastern Dust. Use your iDroid's analysis mode to detect the hidden panel.
• Actionable Tip: Always thoroughly search every building and ruin you encounter. Many blueprints are cleverly concealed. Pay attention to environmental clues, such as faint markings or unusual structural elements, which might indicate a hidden stash.

Lost Souls

Lost Souls are the remnants of fallen Wanderers, and collecting them is crucial for recruiting new personnel to your base and unlocking new base development options. Each collected soul contributes to your overall base population and unlocks specific perks.

• Location Strategy: Lost Souls are found scattered across the entire map, often in areas where intense battles took place or where Wanderers frequently patrol. They appear as glowing, ethereal figures.
• Specific Examples:
  • Lost Soul (Medic): Found near the medical tent in the initial survivor camp area within the Dust. This soul is often one of the first you'll encounter.
  • Lost Soul (Engineer): Located within the damaged power station in the Northern Dust. You'll need to navigate through several active electrical hazards to reach it.
  • Lost Soul (Scout): Perched on a high rock formation overlooking the "Wanderer's Pass" in the Western Dust. Requires careful climbing or the use of a constructed ramp.
• Actionable Tip: Lost Souls emit a distinct, faint humming sound when you are nearby. Use this audio cue to pinpoint their exact location, especially in areas with poor visibility. Prioritize collecting these as they directly impact your base's capabilities.

Unique Weapon Parts

Beyond blueprints, certain unique weapon parts can be found that allow for crafting powerful, specialized weapons or upgrading existing ones to their maximum potential. These are often tied to challenging encounters.

• Location Strategy: Unique weapon parts are typically dropped by elite enemies, found in high-security caches, or awarded for completing challenging side missions.
• Specific Examples:
  • Reinforced Barrel (Shotgun): Dropped by the "Brute Wanderer" mini-boss found patrolling the industrial complex in the Central Dust. This enemy is heavily armored and requires precise headshots.
  • Precision Scope (Rifle): Found in a heavily guarded supply drop zone in the Eastern Dust, often surrounded by multiple Mortar Wanderers and Bomber Wanderers. Consider a stealth approach or a strong defensive setup.
• Actionable Tip: Always check the loot drops of any unique or named enemy you defeat. These often contain valuable, one-of-a-kind components that are essential for crafting the best gear in the game.