Gas Stations are small, roadside monuments found scattered across the map. They are one of the earliest-game loot locations you can safely visit without any special equipment or keycard requirements. Gas Stations present zero radiation risk and contain basic loot suitable for early progression.
Each Gas Station typically contains approximately 8 barrels and 5 basic crates distributed around the building and pump islands. The total loot yield averages around 30 scrap per visit, making this a worthwhile early game stop if you're passing through.
A green keycard can occasionally spawn at Gas Stations, particularly in newer wipe cycles. Check inside the main building thoroughly as these spawns are not always obvious.
The typical Gas Station layout is simple and straightforward. The main building contains several basic crates, typically located near the front counter area and back storage sections. Barrels are distributed both inside the building and around the exterior pump stations.
Prioritize checking the interior thoroughly before moving to exterior barrels. Most valuable items spawn indoors due to the sheltered nature of crate placements.
Gas Stations see moderate foot traffic early in the wipe when many players are gearing up quickly. Visit during off-peak hours on your server to avoid confrontation. The 3-5 minute clear time is straightforward, giving you enough buffer to loot and leave if you hear other players approaching.
No recycler is present at this location, so you'll need to transport items back to your base or another monument with recycling capabilities.
Gas Stations offer basic loot components common to Tier 0 monuments: cloth, wood, metal fragments, and occasional electronics components. The scrap yield is modest but consistent, making this a reliable stop for early game progression when you need quick resources.
Because no radiation or keycards are required, this location is viable for freshly-spawned players with minimal gear. The short clear time means minimal exposure to the surrounding area, reducing your risk profile.
If you're exploring early-game roadside monuments, check out Oxum's Gas Station for a slightly more developed variant. For more substantial early-tier loot runs, Harbor offers greater resource potential with similar accessibility.
No. Gas Stations require no keycards, no radiation protection, and no advanced tools. You can loot them with just a pickaxe or hatchet to break barrels.
Expect around 30 scrap per complete Gas Station looting, depending on what spawns that wipe cycle. Early wipe runs may yield additional components useful for crafting.
Early wipe, yes. It's a quick, safe stop with minimal risk. Later in the wipe, the scrap-to-time ratio becomes less appealing compared to higher-tier monuments, so prioritize it during early progression.
Loot respawns after the server restarts. You can visit the same Gas Station on different servers or wait for the next wipe to farm it again.
Oxum's Gas Station is a variant with slightly different loot tables and can include more valuable items. The generic Gas Station is simpler and entirely beginner-friendly.