Paleolithic Tools of Survival
[h3]Establishing our baseline[/h3]
Once we settled on the time period for Paleolith, we dove deep into research to understand the tools early humans used to survive. At this point in history, people hadn't yet mastered raw material crafting — there was no metalwork, no pottery, no refined tools. That left us with the most primitive yet essential instruments: sticks and stones.
Have you ever walked through a forest, spotted a particularly good-looking stick, and thought, "Wow, this would make a great spear"? That’s your survival instinct kicking in — the same instinct you'll rely on in Paleolith. Not all sticks are created equal, and in the wild, you'll quickly learn which ones are strong enough for hunting, building, or crafting.
Of course, sticks alone won’t get you far. Some people enjoy collecting nice stones instead — and in Paleolith, these are just as valuable. Different stones serve different purposes. Blunt, solid rocks make excellent hammers, useful for construction or even throwing at birds and small animals. Sharp stones, on the other hand, are perfect for crafting your first axe, shaping wooden spears, or even preparing food.
[h3]Survival is About Ingenuity[/h3]
Beyond wood and stone, other materials in the environment will determine your success. Need rope? Some types of grass might work — but not just any grass. You’ll have to experiment through trial and error to find the best substitute. Need a needle for stitching? Animal bones can do the trick — if you have the patience to sort through remains and find a well-shaped one.
This leads to an important realization: Paleolith isn’t based on traditional crafting trees or recipe lists. Instead of unlocking tools artificially, you’ll rely on knowledge, intuition, and experience to craft what you need.
[h3]A Game That Respects Your Intelligence[/h3]
We believe that meta knowledge isn’t a design flaw — it’s a feature. The more you understand the game’s systems, the more efficient you’ll become in future playthroughs. We don’t impose artificial restrictions on progression because survival shouldn’t feel like following a checklist — it should feel earned.
From the very start, you can do anything — if you know how. What resources should you collect? Which mushrooms and berries are safe to eat? How do you properly air a spear for hunting? What construction techniques work best for shelter or fire pits? Nothing is locked behind arbitrary barriers. It’s all available — if you figure it out.
Do you enjoy games that treat you with respect and honesty? Paleolith will.
Once we settled on the time period for Paleolith, we dove deep into research to understand the tools early humans used to survive. At this point in history, people hadn't yet mastered raw material crafting — there was no metalwork, no pottery, no refined tools. That left us with the most primitive yet essential instruments: sticks and stones.
Have you ever walked through a forest, spotted a particularly good-looking stick, and thought, "Wow, this would make a great spear"? That’s your survival instinct kicking in — the same instinct you'll rely on in Paleolith. Not all sticks are created equal, and in the wild, you'll quickly learn which ones are strong enough for hunting, building, or crafting.
Of course, sticks alone won’t get you far. Some people enjoy collecting nice stones instead — and in Paleolith, these are just as valuable. Different stones serve different purposes. Blunt, solid rocks make excellent hammers, useful for construction or even throwing at birds and small animals. Sharp stones, on the other hand, are perfect for crafting your first axe, shaping wooden spears, or even preparing food.
[h3]Survival is About Ingenuity[/h3]
Beyond wood and stone, other materials in the environment will determine your success. Need rope? Some types of grass might work — but not just any grass. You’ll have to experiment through trial and error to find the best substitute. Need a needle for stitching? Animal bones can do the trick — if you have the patience to sort through remains and find a well-shaped one.
This leads to an important realization: Paleolith isn’t based on traditional crafting trees or recipe lists. Instead of unlocking tools artificially, you’ll rely on knowledge, intuition, and experience to craft what you need.
[h3]A Game That Respects Your Intelligence[/h3]
We believe that meta knowledge isn’t a design flaw — it’s a feature. The more you understand the game’s systems, the more efficient you’ll become in future playthroughs. We don’t impose artificial restrictions on progression because survival shouldn’t feel like following a checklist — it should feel earned.
From the very start, you can do anything — if you know how. What resources should you collect? Which mushrooms and berries are safe to eat? How do you properly air a spear for hunting? What construction techniques work best for shelter or fire pits? Nothing is locked behind arbitrary barriers. It’s all available — if you figure it out.
Do you enjoy games that treat you with respect and honesty? Paleolith will.