Survival in HWS+ is more than just dodging danger — it’s about understanding the deeper mechanics of life, death, and how to turn risk into reward. Death has real consequences, but also opportunities — if you’re strategic.
HWS DNA Loss on Death
- Each death will cost you 1 HWS DNA.
- Conditions:
- You must be Level 25 or higher.
- You must not be on a Starter Planet.
HWS DNA is a key progression resource. If you value your long-term strength, avoid dying unnecessarily — especially in PvP zones.
Death & Backpack Recovery
- Upon death, your backpack drops where you died.
- These backpacks despawn after 25 minutes.
- Recover it ASAP using your Drone (F5), especially if it’s in a hostile location.
- Remember: this is still an alpha game — bugs and glitches can cause item loss.
Tip:
Always store backups of key items (weapons, armor, ammo) in your base or OCD, just in case.
Survival Boost System
Dying is punishing — but surviving has its own powerful benefits thanks to the Survival Boost System in HWS.
Every hour you play, you gain:
- +100 Health
- +20 Stamina
- +50 Food
For HWS RE Server
- Every hour, you gain:
- +10 Health
- +2 Stamina
- +5 Food
If you die , you lose all accumulated Survival Boosts
Learn more about the Survival Boost system
The Kill Board: Track Your PvP Performance
- All PvP kills and deaths are tracked and publicly ranked.
- Fewer deaths = better Kill/Death ratio, which improves your visibility and prestige on the Kill Board.
- Smart players not only fight well — they survive longer.
Accidental “Fresh Start”? We’ve Got You.
Clicking Fresh Start by mistake after a death?
No worries. Use the Restore Feature to return to your last valid location and inventory:
Final Advice
- Always be aware of where you are and what level you’re at before engaging in risky fights.
- Use survival boosts to your advantage — stack DNA, build your rank, and become a true survivor.
- Death stings. But survival rewards.