returnal-gameplay

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Exploring a mysterious conflicting planet that is ripe with danger is not the easiest thing in the world. You will likely take a lot of harm in Returnal, and death volition become a friend. To progress in the game y'all volition desire to delay that expiry every bit long equally possible, which means learning how to heal yourself.

There are two sources of healing in Returnal that players tin can take advantage of, and knowing when to use both is a skillful thing.

Silphium

Silphium comes in three different types, all of which will heal y'all for different amounts:

  • Small-scale Silphium
  • Silphium
  • Big Silphium

The large the Silphium, the more than healing it volition provide you lot. It is besides possible to observe a Cancerous Silphiu, but that will also inflict a Malfunction, so you should think advisedly before you utilize it. Silphium will take a small green beam of light coming off information technology in the world, and volition often exist hidden backside some form of obstacle.

Inert Reclaimers

The Inert Reclaimers are more of a later game option, and they volition start to appear in the Echoing Ruins. Actuate one to restore a large chunk of health, but the trade-off is that they will spawn enemies. If you are confident that you can deal with any random spawns will come your way, they are a solid way to heal a lot, with a random hazard to amend suit integrity besides.

Sleeping in the Ship

If you render to the ship during a run, y'all tin can get back within and sleep in your cabin. This will recover some of your lost wellness, which can be a benefaction on a tough run.