Block Fortress 2 is a unique base‑building title with wave‑survival action. You need to mining resources and simultaneously create defenses while facing mobs called Goblocks. Managing so many things simultaneously is overwhelming for most players, especially those new to this title. So, we've compiled this comprehensive Beginner's guide for Block Fortress 2, covering everything you'll need to know.
Block Fortress 2 Basic Controls and Mechanics
Block Fortress 2 has two kinds of movement, one being your character control during stages and the other being the Camera control in between stages when you're setting up the defenses. So, here's all the controls that you need to know:
| Action | Key / Input | What It Does |
|---|---|---|
| Move / Fly | WASD + Space (up) / Shift (down) | Standard flight movement, you can hover and adjust altitude |
| Loadout & Build Menu | Mouse Wheel or Q | Opens radial menu to select blocks, turrets, and tools |
| Game‑Mode Actions | Tab | Toggles map view, start round, equipment settings |
| Quick Build Menu | Click‑and‑Hold on terrain | Chooses walls, floors, half‑blocks, etc., without scrolling |
| Block Options | Right‑Click on existing block | Auto‑equip turrets or modify existing structures |
| Full Build Inventory | E | Displays all available blocks, weapons, and upgrades |
| Exit to Character View | Esc or Red X | Closes menus and returns to free‑fly camera |
Best Turrets in Block Fortress 2
Turrets are the heart and soul of your gameplay. These defenses automatically targets mobs in their range, and eliminate them before they reach your Barracks. But, with over 15+ Turrets available, choose the right ones can be difficult. So, here's all the best ones to pick when you're a beginner:
| Turret | Role | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma Turret | Early‑Mid Game | Low build cost, high DPS when modded. With Detector, Power Source, and Salvage, it’s perfect for rounds 1–5. |
| Mortar Turret | Early-Mid Game | Effective against clustered ground units but struggles against armored foes. Ideal in some scenarios with hordes. |
| Laser Turret | Mid‑to‑Late Game | Once unlocked, replaces plasma by round 9. Massive range and single‑target DPS, ideal for clearing back‑line units like Rocketeers. |
Always fit your turrets with Detector for night‑time visibility, Power Source to remove support blocks, and Salvage to move and concentrate defenses as waves shift. While there are many other turrets for you to explore, the above options are best if you're a beginner.
Best Weapons to Use in Block Fortress 2
Apart from Turrets, you also need to protect yourself and support your defenses. That can be done using person weapons, where you'll have multiple choices as well. So, here's the best ones to buy and upgrade:
| Weapon | Reason |
|---|---|
| Bazooka | Long‑range crowd control, great for taking out clusters of Goblocks from your base roof. |
| Plasma Rifle | Fast‑fire rate, effective against lightly armored Goblocks in mid‑game when you need to clear paths. |
| Shotgun | Short‑range burst damage. Ideal for finishing off stragglers near your base. |
You can also build Squads of Soldiers with Medics or Sky Rangers to help support you in the early game. Do note that they don't respawn like Bots, that are best unlocked using Mods.
How to Get and Use Minerals in Block Fortress 2
The main currency in Block Fortress 2 are Minerals, also referred to as Tokens. There are 12 different kinds of Minerals which you can acquire and are used for various functions. For example, Green Tokens are used for Rewinding Stages and upgrading units.
| Mineral Token | Stage |
|---|---|
| Light Green | Planet Verdentis |
| Blue | Planet Coraala |
| White | Planet Hava |
| Red | Planet Volcanus |
| Pink | Asteroid 254-B |
| Golden | Planet Kheran |
| Orange | Planet Jericho |
| Green | Planet Tiayga |
| Yellow | Planet Saher |
| Violet | Planet New Zion |
These Mineral Tokens can be exchanged interchangeably, except for Rainbow Tokens which can only be acquired from completing Achievements and Story missions. One Rainbow Mineral token can be exchanged for any kind of Ore or up to 5 Mineral Token of any other color.
How to Get and Use Mods in Block Fortress 2
Similar to Turrets, Mods are also an essential component in Block Fortress 2. Equipping them provides various perks, benefits and even stat boost. There are two kinds of Mods each with a rarity ranging from Common to Legendary.
General Mods can be unlocked during a Stage by crafting them using Banners. It costs 10 Banners to craft one Mod, and you'll get the option to pick one out of three, with their rarity being complete RNG.
Global Mods, unlock their general counterpart can be unlocked in the main game menu and crafted using Mineral Tokens. You can select any single Global Mod of your choice and equip it during any stage.
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Sudhanyo Chatterjee has nearly six years of writing experience, with four focused on the gaming industry. He specializes in RPGs, strategy games, and mobile game guides. His favorite titles include the Diablo series and strategy staples like Total War and Age of Empires.