Constructing gates in DayZ Standalone allows players to secure their bases and fortify existing structures. Gates provide an extra layer of protection and allow players to control access to their loot stashes and safe areas.
This guide will cover everything you need to know about building gates in DayZ Standalone, including required tools, materials, and the step-by-step building process.
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Tools Needed for Building Gates
To construct a gate in DayZ Standalone, you will need the following tools:
- Shovel or pickaxe
- Hatchet or axe
- Handsaw
- Hammer
- Pliers
- Note: A hatchet can substitute a hammer in most building actions.
These tools spawn in various locations across Chernarus, such as industrial areas, construction sites, garages, and garden sheds.
Materials Needed for Gates
In addition to tools, you will need to gather these materials:
- Nails
- Wood planks
- Metal wire
- Rope
- Tree logs
- Short sticks
Nails, rope, and metal wire spawn in industrial areas. Tree logs can be obtained by chopping down trees with a hatchet or axe. Short sticks spawn near bushes and trees.
For a metal gate, you will also need:
- Sheet metal (6 pieces)
Constructing a Wooden Gate
Follow these steps to build a wooden gate:
- Place the fence kit on flat ground and secure it with two logs
- Use the shovel’s Build Base action to turn the logs into fence pillars
- Attach wood planks and nails to the fence pillars
- Attach metal wire to the fence using pliers
- Select the pliers and choose the Build Gate option
You now have a functioning, lockable wooden gate!
Constructing a Metal Gate
To build a sturdier metal gate:
- Start by building a standard wooden gate using the steps above
- Dismantle the wooden gate with a hatchet, axe or handsaw
- Craft the metal gate kit at a workbench
- Place the metal gate kit and secure it with two logs
- Turn the logs into pillars using the shovel’s Build Base action
- Attach sheet metal and nails to the gate pillars
Securing Your Gate
To prevent unauthorized access through your new gate:
- Attach a combination lock
- Use barbed wire above, below, and to the sides of the gate
- Build watchtowers overlooking the gate area
- Place landmines around the gate’s exterior
With some strategic planning, you can create an impenetrable stronghold!
Base Building Tips
When integrating your new gate into an existing structure or building a new base, keep these tips in mind:
- Claim multi-story buildings and barricade the lower floors
- Avoid buildings with too many windows
- Create airlocks to prevent easy access if the gate is breached
- Build overlapping fence foundations for stronger perimeter walls
- Bury stashes with your most valuable gear away from the base
Conclusion
With the right tools, materials, and tactics, you can secure your base from the horrors of Chernarus with a sturdy, lockable gate. Gates provide an added sense of security and control.
Construct your gate with care, integrate it seamlessly into your defenses, and ensure you have multiple layers of protection. Your efforts will be rewarded with better longevity and survival rates against bandits, zombies, and the elements.
Stay vigilant, survivor!
