Beginner's Guide to Idle Pixel
This guide was created by gvG_jt. Although it's unfinished, it should suffice for beginners starting out.
Getting Started
Before diving into the game, I recommend installing the Tampermonkey extension to enable the use of helpful scripts. Below are some scripts that can enhance your gameplay:
- IdlePixel Activity Log Tweaks
- IdlePixel Combat Damage Tracker
- IdlePixel Keybinds - GodofNades Fork
- IdlePixel Loot Log Tweaks
- IdlePixel Slap Chop - GodofNades Fork
- IdlePixel XP Calculator - GodofNades Fork
- IdlePixel Notes Panel
- IdlePixel Lucky
- IdlePixel Market Overhaul - Wynaan Fork
- IdlePixel Chance2Hit - GodOfNades Fork
Game Progression
Initial Steps
- Game Shop:
- Purchase a pickaxe.
- Smelting a Bronze Bar:
- Craft a Stone Furnace from the Crafting menu using 3 stone.
- Smelt a bronze bar using 1 copper.
- Quests:
- Talk to Doric in the Quests menu.
- Craft a Stone Statue to complete his quest and gain some Leather.
- If not obtained, buy Leather in the shop.
- Crafting and Drilling:
- Craft a Stone Furnace and an Oil Well.
- Smelt Copper and craft a Drill. Begin using the Drill.
- Gem Seeker Quest:
- Speak to the Gem Seeker.
- Gather 4 Gem Fragments and read all scrolls you receive.
- Complete the Gem Seeker Quest.
Advancing Skills
- Mines:
- Craft Leather Gloves and begin gathering in the Mines.
- Achievements:
- Talk to the Achiever and complete all achievements in the Achievement Book.
- Finish The Achiever Quest and obtain the Fields FP Reduction Badge.
- Forever Fields Gathering:
- Gather and open bags until you find Dotted Green Leaf Seeds.
- Plant and wait 15 minutes.
- Crafting:
- Focus on leveling up your crafting skill by smelting until Crafting Level 30.
- At Crafting Level 9, craft a Bronze Statue, talk to Doric, and sell the statue for 800 coins.
- Stardust Expertise:
- Talk to the Stardust Expert and make a Stardust Potion.
- After 15 minutes, interact again and choose the 1000 Stone reward.
- Complete the Odd One Out Side Quest and activate the Balance of Life.
Unlocking Cooking and Combat
- Cooking:
- Reach Crafting Level 10 to craft a Bronze Oven and unlock Cooking.
- Gather in the Dirty Kitchen for edible items.
- Combat Training:
- Speak to the Combat Tutor.
- Purchase 3 combat weapons in the Game Shop if necessary.
- Engage in combat and talk to the Tutor again for a special offer on bread.
- Complete his quest.
- Combat Strategy:
- Defeat a monster in the fields to unlock a new quest.
- For the Forest Ent boss, use a bow for high accuracy.
- Craft arrows using feathers obtained from chickens.
- Craft lizard skin armor for additional defense.
Progress in Crafting and Gathering
- Crafting:
- Upon reaching Level 11 Crafting, make a Community Center.
- Always craft useful items and consult the wiki if unsure about their functions.
- Fishing:
- Kill spiders for string, then craft a Bad Fishing Net.
- Use the Fishing Scroll to craft a Fishing Net and talk to The Fisherman.
- Wolf Quest:
- Prepare for the quest by increasing stats: gather skin, obtain a bee stinger, and snake poison (Crafting Level 15 required).
- After defeating a wolf, use the Heart Crystal for extra health and start the Combat Collection Log quest.
Ultimate Combat Preparation
- Poisoned Stinger:
- Achieve Crafting Level 15.
- Kill bees for a stinger and tip it with snake poison.
- Equip the Poisoned Stinger for the next challenging quest.
- Final Touches:
- Ensure you have at least 100 coins ready for upcoming tasks.
This guide outlines the initial steps for a beginner in Idle Pixel, guiding you through early quests, crafting, combat, and necessary preparations to advance. Enjoy exploring and mastering the game!