Arknights: Endfield hits you fast. One minute you're following dialogue, the next you're expected to understand fights, the AIC, and a bunch of menus that weren't there five minutes ago. Do yourself a favor and just push through the "Valley Reboot" tutorial without overthinking it, because that's when the real loop opens up and you can start making smart choices around Arknights endfield accounts and early progression instead of guessing in the dark.
Claim Rewards First
Once you finish the early chain and reach "Break the Siege," your mailbox finally becomes available, and it's basically free momentum. Grab every launch reward, code, and event handout right away. That early Oroberyl matters more than it looks, and the extra materials can save you hours of grinding. If Twitch Drops are running, link your account and let streams play in the background. It's low effort, and it adds up. The trap is spending the moment you get it all. Don't. Hold a bit back until you've seen what your roster actually needs.
Build A Small Team On Purpose
It's tempting to level everyone because the game keeps throwing new faces at you, but that's how you end up broke on upgrade mats. Pick a small squad and commit for a while: a main damage dealer, a healer, and one utility slot that can cover shields, control, or buffs depending on the stage. You'll also feel stronger if you lean into one damage style early, Physical or Arts, instead of splitting resources across both. You can branch out later when your income is stable. Early on, focus beats variety every time.
Fight Like SP Is A Real Resource
Endfield combat feels smooth, but the shared SP pool changes everything. If you blow SP the moment it appears, you'll be empty when you actually need a break, a heal, or a burst window. You regenerate faster by staying active: dealing damage, landing perfect dodges, and bringing Vanguard units that help keep the flow going. The fun part is learning when to spend and when to wait. Start watching for stagger and elemental reactions, too. When you chain those well, enemies that looked tanky suddenly fold.
Make The AIC Work For You
The factory side isn't "extra content," it's your account's engine. Get your power grid sorted early, then use Relay Towers so electricity reaches the spots you actually want to mine. Electric Mining Rigs running in the background means upgrades stop feeling like a wall. Be picky about placement, though; corrosive zones will chew through structures and waste your materials if you build carelessly. While you're exploring, clear side paths and odd corners, because puzzles and hidden rooms often pay out gear and Oroberyl you won't get from the main route. And if you ever want to top up currency or grab items without waiting on drops, U4GM is a common option players use alongside the in-game grind.