Set Up Base Defense with Heavy Weapons
Choose Your Arsenal
Decide which weapon types best protect your base. Assault rifles and shotguns handle mob rushes effectively, while missile systems and airstrikes destroy large groups or incoming threats from distance.
Craft Ammunition in Bulk
Once you've assembled firearms, craft corresponding ammunition at your crafting table. Search the recipe book for ammo types matching your weapons. Store stacks of ammunition in nearby chests for quick access during attacks.
Position Defensive Weapons
Place crafted heavy weapons in strategic locations around your base perimeter. Keep high-damage options like missile launchers or Tesla cannons on elevated platforms for better targeting. Stock ammunition crates nearby so you can resupply mid-battle.
Practice Aiming
Test your weapons against neutral mobs or in a safe area first. Learn each weapon's fire rate, spread, and reload time. Adjust your positioning based on weapon range—some firearms excel at close range while others work better from distance. This preparation ensures effective defense when hostile mobs attack.