How To Start A Fire In DayZ

How To Start A Fire In DayZ

As a seasoned survivor of the unforgiving wastelands of DayZ, I can attest to the indispensable role that fire plays in my daily struggle for existence. Whether it’s cooking a hearty meal, boiling contaminated water, or providing a much-needed source of light in the dead of night, fire is an essential tool for thriving in this brutal world.


In the unforgiving realm of DayZ, fire serves both as an invaluable resource and a potential threat. It’s vital for survival, but it can expose a player’s location if not handled tactically. Mastering the art of creating fire is crucial for traversing the desolate wastelands, yet it may prove challenging to novice players.

In the correct application, fire serves multiple purposes for players: it facilitates cooking meals, heating water, and generating light. Just as in reality, there are several approaches to ignite a fire, some more straightforward than others. This article delves into methods for setting up a campfire in the game DayZ, along with its various applications.

DayZ: How to start a campfire

How To Start A Fire In DayZ

In DayZ, there are multiple approaches to setting up a campfire, some methods being more straightforward based on the resources gathered by players. To create a fire, you’ll need three basic elements: tinder (kindling), wood or other flammable materials (fuel), and something to start the fire (fire-starter). Once these items are collected, players can light the kindling using their fire-starter and keep adding fuel to maintain the campfire’s flame.

How to get kindling in DayZ

In the game DayZ, commonly used materials for kindling are Paper, Rags, and Bark. You can get these items by using a knife or sharp tool. Clothing found in houses or other structures can be cut up to create Rags, while Bark can be collected with a sharp tool by approaching a tree. A prompt will appear, enabling players to strip bark from the tree. After gathering kindling, finding a fire-starter becomes the next task.

How to start a fire in DayZ

Listed below are the most commonly used items to start a fire in DayZ:

  • Hand Drill Kit
  • Matches
  • Lighter
  • Road Flare

Instead of relying on matches, lighters, or road flares inside buildings, which might not always be available, consider assembling a Hand Drill Kit instead. To make a Hand Drill Kit, gather some Bark and a Short Stick. You can find a Long Stick near any bush on the map, then break it in half to create two Short Sticks. With the Hand Drill Kit at hand, you’ll be able to start a fire without needing to search for other fire-starting items, making survival easier.

Utilizing any of the mentioned supplies, players can now ignite their newly procured kindling for a much-awaited campfire. Yet, sustaining this blaze requires more resources to maintain its continued burning.

How to craft a Fireplace in DayZ

In the game of DayZ, you can construct a fireplace using either a kindling material like small twigs or a fuel item such as wood logs. By combining these items in your inventory, players have the ability to create and position the fireplace. To set it alight, just use any flint and steel or similar fire-starter. Although crafting a fireplace is an easy method to initiate a fire within DayZ, those who prefer not to do so can simply place kindling on the ground and ignite it using a fire starter, as previously mentioned.

With players now familiar with igniting and sustaining fires in DayZ, let’s delve into the various applications of this essential tool.

How to cook food on a fire in DayZ

How To Start A Fire In DayZ

With their fires now ablaze, players are ready to savor some tasty (preferably non-animal) food. Just like in DayZ, there are multiple ways to prepare a meal. One approach is to skewer the food on a stick and grill it over the flame. To do this, combine a Knife with a Long Stick to make a Sharpened Stick. Once you have your Sharpened Stick, attach the meat to it, and cook it over the fire.

In the game DayZ, you can prepare your food using a different method. To do this, position a Cooking Tripod and either a Cooking Pot or Frying Pan above the fire. Players have the option to craft a cooking tripod by combining two Short Sticks and one Long Stick. Cooking Pots are frequently found scattered across the map. Once you’ve secured your Cooking Tripod near the fire, simply hang your Cooking Pot on it and cook your food that way.

In DayZ, players need to be mindful while preparing food, as the intense light and smoke emitted by the fire might expose their location. To minimize this threat, it’s suggested to construct a safe shelter in a hidden spot far from bustling areas on the map.

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2024-11-25 16:03