In every round of Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor, a beacon will drop to summon a supply pod. After meeting all conditions, players are asked to pick one of three artifacts. The exact mechanics of using the capsule and the hidden benefits remain a bit opaque, so this guide clarifies the process and offers practical tips.
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When the lighthouse beacon appears, it is typically placed near the center of the level. Players can monitor progress on the location bar at the top of the screen. The beacon’s spawn does not deal damage and it appears close to the current position. The mini-map in the upper left corner helps locate the beacon, and the beacon area is highlighted on the map for quick reference.
When the lighthouse appears
Usually the beacon lands near the level’s midpoint. Progress tracking is visible in a bar at the screen’s top, and the beacon itself spawns without causing harm, appearing close to the player. The mini-map, located in the upper left corner, marks the beacon and the activated area clearly.
How to Open a Stock Capsule
To open the capsule, the surrounding area around the lighthouse must first be cleared. Break through all surrounding bricks and carve a clear platform for the capsule to land. While occasional bugs may appear in the designated area, they pose no real obstacle. Stand inside the marked radius for seven seconds, even if moving, until the area becomes fully occupied. As the radius is exited, the occupancy indicator begins to drop. Activating the beacon triggers a capsule that inflicts heavy damage on everything within its blast zone, though the player character is immune to the damage even if directly beneath the capsule.
How to Use a Supply Capsule
To utilize the capsule, approach it closely and choose one of the proposed artifacts. Once a choice is made, the capsule seals permanently and cannot be changed. Expansion of the capsule’s range is possible by completing special tasks found on the relevant tab in the game menu.
Dropping the capsule also causes significant damage to all beetles in the vicinity. Therefore, it is not wise to activate the beacon at the very start of an round. Clear a path, then prepare for the final engagement. Lead the boss or the Dreadnought into the blast area to maximize the effect and eliminate elite monsters without firing a single shot.
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