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Advanced Survival Tips

Expert strategies for surviving later shifts and achieving perfect runs.

Updated December 20, 20256 minutes

Advanced Survival Strategies

Master these techniques to survive the toughest shifts.

Shift Progression Strategy

Early Shifts (Days 1-10)

  • Focus on learning mechanics
  • Anomalies are rare and obvious
  • Build good CCTV habits
  • Mistakes are more forgiving

Mid Shifts (Days 11-30)

  • Anomalies become more frequent
  • Subtler disguises appear
  • Faster verification required
  • Resource management critical

Late Shifts (Days 31+)

  • Split-second judgment required
  • Rapid anomaly succession
  • Perfect execution necessary
  • Maximize efficiency

Pro Techniques

The Perfect CCTV Routine

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1. Customer arrives → DON'T open window yet

2. Camera 1 Normal → Check front

3. Camera 1 Night Vision → Look for changes

4. Camera 2 Normal → Check back

5. Camera 2 Night Vision → Final check

6. Decision in under 5 seconds

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Resource Pre-staging

  • Cut 6+ meat pieces during calm periods
  • Stage sauce bottles near assembly
  • Keep drinks visible and ready
  • Clear workspace between orders

Movement Optimization

  • Learn shortest paths between:
  • Counter ↔ Grill
  • Counter ↔ Cooler
  • Counter ↔ Back door
  • Practice during safe periods
  • Use sprint only for emergencies

Mental Game

Stay Calm

  • Panic causes mistakes
  • Mistakes summon Inspector
  • Inspector = potential game over
  • Breathe and stay focused

Track Your Mistakes

  • Keep a mental count
  • At 3+ mistakes, consider Internal Control
  • Know when you're in danger zone

Learn from Deaths

  • Each death teaches something
  • Note what killed you
  • Adjust strategy next run

Expert Tips

Situation Expert Response
Uncertain about customer Check CCTV again
Multiple anomalies in row Stay calm, follow routine
Inspector counter high Use Internal Control
Meat starts pulsing Grill OFF, exit immediately
2 AM Friday Pre-position near back door

The Ultimate Goal

Day 99 Challenge Mode - Can you survive 99 consecutive days?

Requirements:

  • Perfect anomaly detection
  • Flawless resource management
  • Zero panic responses
  • Complete mastery of all systems
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