The sun dipped below the horizon in Hytale, and I realized I was trapped. I’d ventured too far from my base, and nightfall brought with it creatures I wasn’t prepared to face. My only hope? Scrounging together enough resources to craft a weapon and a makeshift shelter before they found me.
Hytale’s early access build is a blank canvas limited only by your knowledge of the ingredients. Almost anything you can conceive, you can build.
From the most basic workbench to elaborate meals and specialized tools, the world hinges on mastering the recipes. Each creation has its list of required ingredients and, often, a specific workstation where the magic happens. Think of these recipes as the universal translator between you and raw potential.
All crafting recipes in Hytale
My first time in the Exploration mode, I was struck by the sheer volume of possibilities contained within Hytale’s crafting system. It’s a digital cookbook that seems to grow every day. Some recipes are initially locked in Exploration mode, held back pending future game patches. However, a quick jump into Creative mode will allow you to bypass those limitations.
Disclaimer: This list will be updated as I test and verify recipes in both Exploration and Creative.
Architect
| Recipe | Materials |
|---|---|
| Wooden Shutter | 2 Wood Trunk (Any)2 Tree Sap (Any) |
Furniture
| Recipe | Materials |
|---|---|
| Simple Wooden Counter | 3 Hardwood Planks1 Iron Ingot |
| Simple Wooden Counter | 2 Hardwood Planks2 Stick |
Campfire
Sometimes, the most satisfying reward is the simplest. After a long day of gathering and exploring, few things beat the taste of a meal prepared over an open flame.
| Recipe | Materials |
|---|---|
| Cooked Wildmeat | 1 Any Meat |
| Grilled Fish | 1 Raw Fish |
| Roast Vegetable | 1 Any Vegetable |
Loom
| Recipe | Materials |
|---|---|
| Bolt of Cindercloth | 1 Plant Crop Cotton |
| Bolt of Cotton | 1 Plant Crop Cotton |
| Bolt of Linen | 1 Plant Crop Cotton |
| Bolt of Prismaloom | 1 Plant Crop Cotton |
| Bolt of Shadoweave | 1 Plant Crop Cotton |
| Bolt of Silk | 1 Plant Crop Cotton |
| Bolt of Stormsilk | 1 Plant Crop Cotton |
Tannery
| Recipe | Materials |
|---|---|
| Dark Leather | 1 Dark Hide |
| Heavy Leather | 1 Heavy Hide |
| Light Leather | 1 Light Hide |
| Medium Leather | 1 Medium Hide |
| Prismatic Leather | 1 Prismatic Hide |
| Scaled Leather | 1 Scaled Hide |
| Soft Leather | 1 Soft Hide |
| Storm Leather | 1 Storm Hide |
Workbenches
Ever tried building a car without a garage? Workbenches are like your personal workshop, enabling you to fabricate increasingly complex tools and components.
| Recipe | Materials |
|---|---|
| Builder’s Workbench | 3 Tree Trunks (Any)3 Stone (Any) |
| Farmer’s Workbench | 6 Tree Trunk (Any)20 Plant Fiber |
| Armorer’s Workbench | 2 Copper Ingot10 Tree Trunk (Any)5 Stone (Any) |
| Salvager’s Workbench | 5 Tree Trunk (Any)5 Stone (Any)6 Iron Ingot |
| Alchemist’s Workbench | 20 Stone5 Gold Ingot10 Venom Sac10 Bone Fragments |
| Arcanist’s Workbench | 10 Thorium Ingot30 Linen Scraps20 Essence of the Void |
Helms
A good helmet can be the difference between life and death. Knowing the material is only half the battle; the craftsmanship is where the true magic lies.
| Recipe | Materials |
|---|---|
| Copper Helmet | Copper Ingot ×6Plant Fiber ×2 |
| Iron Helmet | Iron Ingot ×9Light Leather ×4Linen Scraps ×3 |
| Thorium Helmet | Thorium Ingot ×11Medium Leather ×4Linen Scraps ×4Venom Sac ×2 |
| Cobalt Helmet | Cobalt Ingot ×12Heavy Leather ×4Shadoweave Scraps ×4 |
| Adamantite Helmet | Adamantite Ingot ×15Heavy Leather ×5Cindercloth Scraps ×4 |
| Mithril Helmet | Mithril Ingot ×12Storm Leather ×4Essence of the Void ×40 |
Cuirass
| Recipe | Materials |
|---|---|
| Copper Cuirass | Copper Ingot ×11Plant Fiber ×4 |
| Iron Cuirass | Iron Ingot ×16Light Leather ×7Linen Scraps ×6 |
| Thorium Cuirass | Thorium Ingot ×11Medium Leather ×4Thorium Ingot ×20Medium Leather ×7Linen Scraps ×7Venom Sac ×4 |
| Cobalt Cuirass | Cobalt Ingot ×24Heavy Leather ×7Shadoweave Scraps ×7 |
| Adamantite Cuirass | Adamantite Ingot ×28Heavy Leather ×8Cindercloth Scraps ×7 |
| Mithril Cuirass | Mithril Ingot ×12SMithril Ingot ×24Storm Leather ×8Essence of the Void ×80 |
Gauntlet
| Recipe | Materials |
|---|---|
| Copper Gauntlet | Copper Ingot ×5Plant Fiber ×1 |
| Iron Gauntlet | Iron Ingot ×7Light Leather ×3Linen Scraps ×3 |
| Thorium Gauntlet | Thorium Ingot ×9Medium Leather ×3Linen Scraps ×3Venom Sac ×1 |
| Cobalt Gauntlet | Cobalt Ingot ×8Heavy Leather ×3Shadoweave Scraps ×3 |
| Adamantite Gauntlet | Adamantite Ingot ×12Heavy Leather ×4Cindercloth Scraps ×3 |
| Mithril Gauntlet | Mithril Ingot ×12SMithril Ingot ×24Mithril Ingot ×8Storm Leather ×2Essence of the Void ×20 |
Greaves
| Recipe | Materials |
|---|---|
| Copper Greaves | Copper Ingot ×9Plant Fiber ×3 |
| Iron Greaves | Iron Ingot ×13Light Leather ×6Linen Scraps ×4 |
| Thorium Greaves | Thorium Ingot ×15Medium Leather ×6Linen Scraps ×6Venom Sac ×3 |
| Cobalt Greaves | Cobalt Ingot ×18Heavy Leather ×6Shadoweave Scraps ×6 |
| Adamantite Greaves | Adamantite Ingot ×22Heavy Leather ×7Cindercloth Scraps ×6 |
| Mithril Greaves | Mithril Ingot ×12Mithril Ingot ×18Storm Leather ×6Essence of the Void ×60 |
What is the most efficient way to gather resources in Hytale?
Resource gathering can feel like an endless grind, a Sisyphean task of cutting down trees or mining stone. My advice? Prioritize tools that increase your yield and speed. Don’t underestimate the value of enchantments or temporary buffs that can streamline the process. Remember, time saved gathering is time spent building and exploring.
How do I find rare crafting materials?
Rare materials are the lifeblood of advanced crafting. They demand deeper exploration into dangerous or hidden areas. Consider trading with other players or completing quests that offer these sought-after resources as rewards.
Are there any “secret” crafting recipes in Hytale?
The idea of secret recipes sparks the imagination. While the base formulas are readily accessible, many advanced combinations require experimentation. Pay close attention to item descriptions and hints from NPCs. The path to discovery is a reward in itself.
Crafting in Hytale is more than just combining items. It is about transforming the world around you. A way to bend reality to your will. With so much left to discover, what wonders will you create?