How to Start Playing Core Keeper: New Player Guide

Core Keeper is a survival-crafting pixel game that Terraria, Minecraft and Kyora players will love. This guide covers how to get started and what to do first, on PC and console.

What should I do first in Core Keeper?

  1. Gather wood first.
  2. Make a crafting table.
  3. Build storage boxes to hold everything you collect.
  4. Save all your loot. Keep it in storage rather than throwing things away.
  5. Upgrade your pickaxe before any other gear. Make it your first upgrade priority.

Ready for a challenge? See how to summon and prepare for Malugaz, or compare combat styles.

Video details

  • Game: Core Keeper
  • Format: YouTube Short
  • Length: 1 min
  • Published on YouTube: 16 April 2026

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