Getting Started on Sota7
Your first steps as Hennessy, a bioengineer stranded on the alien planet Sota7.
Survive first, research second. Gather resources, build shelter, then set up a laboratory. Your bioengineering skills are what separates you from every other survival scenario — use them early.
Step 1: Assess your surroundings
You arrive on Sota7 as Hennessy, a bioengineer. The planet's alien biology is both your biggest threat and your greatest resource. Start by exploring the immediate area — the Amber Plains biome is the safest starting zone, with docile species and abundant basic resources.
Step 2: Gather basic resources
Collect materials for your first tools and shelter. As a survival game, Honeycomb: The World Beyondrequires you to manage hunger, thirst and health from the start.
Pre-launch note: Exact resource types, gathering mechanics and early crafting recipes will be documented after the game launches on September 8, 2026.
Step 3: Build your first base
The modular base building system lets you place and connect different modules. For your first base, prioritize:
- Basic shelter — protection from environmental hazards
- Storage — a place to keep gathered specimens and resources
- Laboratory module — essential for crossbreeding experiments
- Greenhouse — for sustainable food production
See the full base building guide for module layouts and placement strategies.
Step 4: Begin cataloging species
Every organism on Sota7 has unique traits that can be studied, harvested or combined through crossbreeding. Start documenting what you find near your base before venturing into more dangerous biomes.
Step 5: Your first crossbreeding experiment
Once your laboratory is operational, collect specimens from two different species and attempt your first crossbreeding experiment. The two methods available are grafting (physical combination) and allogamy (genetic cross-pollination).
See the crossbreeding guide for detailed mechanics, compatible species and experiment strategies.
Step 6: Explore further biomes
Once you are stable, venture into other biomes to discover rarer species. Each biome on Sota7 hosts unique organisms, and crossbreeding species from different biomes may produce the most interesting hybrids.
See the biomes guide for an overview of all Alien planet Sota7 biomes and their unique species.
What is not yet known
| Topic | Status |
|---|---|
| Starting equipment | Unknown — what Hennessy starts with |
| Early crafting recipes | Unknown — first-tier craftable items |
| Day/night cycle | Unknown — whether time affects gameplay |
| Difficulty settings | Unknown — adjustable difficulty options |
This guide will be expanded with specific resource locations, optimal build orders and step-by-step walkthrough once Honeycomb: The World Beyond launches on September 8, 2026.
Getting started FAQ
What should I do first in Honeycomb?
Gather basic resources in the Amber Plains, build a small shelter, set up a laboratory module, and begin cataloging nearby species. The Amber Plains is the safest starting biome with abundant basic resources.
How do I build my first base?
Use the modular base building system to place and connect modules. Start with basic shelter, then add a laboratory for crossbreeding and a greenhouse for sustainable food production.
When should I start crossbreeding?
As soon as you have a laboratory module built. Crossbreeding is central to progression — hybrid organisms can produce resources, defend your base, or unlock new research paths.
Sources
- Honeycomb: The World Beyond on Steam — official store page — game systems and mechanics overview