Getting started

How to Play Storage Hunters: Open World

Welcome to the beginner guide for Storage Hunters: Open World! This page covers the basics of getting started, from winning your first auction to building a profitable shop.

Overview

The Core Gameplay Loop

To grow from a small-time bidder into the ultimate storage tycoon, you need to master this main loop:

1

Bid on Lockers

Join an auction and bid against rivals on mystery storage lockers. A locker could hide junk, treasure, or a once-in-a-lifetime find.

2

Load Your Loot

If you win the bid, collect the items and carefully load them into your vehicle.

3

Drive to Your Shop

Navigate the open world and transport everything safely back to your home base.

4

Sell for Profit

Unload your items and sell them. Keep a sharp eye out for rare items, safes, trophies, and high-value mutations like Gold, Diamond, Void, and Rainbow.

5

Upgrade and Expand

Use your hard-earned profits to upgrade your shop, unlock new areas, and buy better vehicles to haul even more loot.

Controls

Basic Controls

W, A, S, DMovement
EInteract / Bid
SpacebarJump
ShiftSprint

Pro Tips

Beginner Tips

Prioritize vehicle space

The more you can haul, the fewer trips you have to make. Invest in vehicle upgrades early.

Check for Quests

Keep an eye out for NPCs offering quests to earn extra money and rewards.

Ready to start bidding?

Jump into the game and put these tips into practice. Bookmark this guide for quick reference.