Lethal Company Beginner Guide: First Shifts
Lethal Company beginner guide — scrap gathering, quota deadlines, ship upgrades, and staying alive indoors.
Lethal Company is risk-reward scavenging. Greed kills teams.
First shift rules
- Land, note weather and moon difficulty
- Enter facility together
- Grab high-value scrap near entrance first
- Leave before 6 PM if quota met
Essential items
| Item | Use |
|---|---|
| Flashlight | Indoor visibility |
| Shovel | Hoarding bug defense |
| Pro flashlights | Late-game runs |
| Walkie-talkie | Team comms |
Bottom line
Meet easy quotas fast, leave early. Learn one moon’s layout before pushing hard moons.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I meet quota in Lethal Company?
Collect scrap items inside facilities, scan with ship computer, and sell before the deadline. Balance risk vs value.