Copper ore is a naturally occurring resource in Valheim, though it requires smelting to purify it before it can be used in crafting. Most importantly though, pure copper is a vital ingredient in ...

While stone and flint gear will get you through the early game of Valheim, you're going to need metal tools, weapons, and armor when setting out to tackle the game's more difficult areas. Not only is ...

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Wondering how to make bronze in Valheim? As you progress through the Viking afterlife you'll find all sorts of useful resources. But it's not until you defeat Eikthyr, the first Valheim boss, that you ...

Valheim is pretty good at telling you what to do next. It’s not so clear about how you’re supposed to do that. Enter Polygon’s Valheim walkthroughs, where we fill in the gaps. After defeating Eikthyr, ...

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Collecting crafting materials is a huge part of the gameplay loop in Valheim as they’re essential for crafting useful weapons, armor, and items. Toward the mid-game, Tin becomes a hugely important ...

"Valheim," an Early Access title on Steam about surviving an in-game world based on Viking culture and Norse mythology is gaining a lot of attention these days, allowing players to craft anything from ...

Black Metal in Valheim isn’t necessarily hard to find, but it is one of those materials that doesn’t appear naturally as an ore vein, like copper and tin. So, grab your best gear and a cart and follow ...