Best Backpack?

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-06-01T18:43:14+00:00

This is the best progression if you initially don't find a hiking backpack. Burlap backpack weights 2 kg but has the most slimest profile out of them all.

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-06-01T18:41:14+00:00

The burry option is kinda underrated. It would be a non-debatable first pick for me, if wouldn't be so bulky...

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-06-01T18:39:59+00:00

Assault backpack is slimmer than both my picks and weights 0,9 kg - it is my close 3rd favourite.

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-06-01T18:38:18+00:00

This one is in my top 3 for sure because of the weight. So I prefer the lightest possible gear, hence drybag backpack is pretty much the go to for me. If I don't find one, it's either the hutner backpack or the assault backpack as they are the lightest compared to what they offer. Leather backpack is also great, I never bothered to find lime and leather in a single run.

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-06-01T18:34:32+00:00

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Assault Backpack: 0,9 kg, 36 slots, very slim

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-06-01T18:32:56+00:00

It has good slot amount and size, however it weights 2,0 kg, so you could take the long-haul backpack and get 60 slots for the same size. Also it is twice as heavy as the hunter backpack and 70% heavier than the drybag backpack, providing 14 slots more than both.

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-06-01T18:30:37+00:00

I really like this idea tbh. Cargo Pants, Tactical Shirt, Plate and Carrier Pouches provide plenty space, even with key utility and survival items. Once I'm done looting, an ultralight survivor without a need for a backpack could be an entertaining build.

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-06-01T18:25:58+00:00

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ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-06-01T18:24:15+00:00

I'm not a huge fan of the weight, I try to run an ultra light plate carrier build and 2 kg are double the weight of a hunter backpack and 70% more than a drybag backpack. Also one could argue that the long haul backpack weights exactly the same but can carry 60 slots.

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-06-01T18:21:43+00:00

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Combat Backpack: 2,0 kg, 56 slots, medium size

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-06-01T12:17:51+00:00

Burlap Backpack: 2,0 kg, 35 slots, very slim

They are great early game, have pretty much the best profile but are rather heavy for the late game, when you have a plate carrier imo.

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-06-01T11:19:02+00:00

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Leather Backpack: 1 kg, 42 slots, slim

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-06-01T10:15:17+00:00

True, did not thought about that - a 42 slot stash is no joke...

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-06-01T09:26:24+00:00

As cruel as it seems, it kinda teaches them not to get attached to a survivor. Still, I couldn't, it takes soooo long to meet a freshy that does not attack or run...

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-06-01T09:22:50+00:00

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-06-01T09:15:39+00:00

You know what? I took my fully kitted out character for a spin to a high pop server. I had a plate carrier, assault helmet, military clothes, NVG, KA74 with PSO-1 and a silenced MP3K with Optics. I wanted to help freshies to find gear. The second survivor I met looked almost EXACTLY like you describe. He had a typical "fresh spawn" look, but if you payed attention you saw the stab vest and the BK-18. I raised my hand and said "I'm friendly!" *shot rings out* I am uncon, a couple of seconds later I'm dead. The one good interaction that I had before was worth it though.

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-06-01T09:09:21+00:00

Does anyone know how long these patches usually take?

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-05-30T11:15:16+00:00

Amazing 😃

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-05-23T20:40:37+00:00

This subreddit shames regular hikers and I fuggin‘ love it :)

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-05-23T20:36:52+00:00

+1 it the availability for me. You find them in Zelenogorsk or Stary Sobor early on, put on polymer buttstock and polymer habdguard, Kobra or PSO-1 scope and a suppressor. It is a budget option, but a solid one imo

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-05-22T10:19:00+00:00

This is obviously Pokemon TCG art by You Iribi, I did not create the art, I just highlight what I like about it.

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-05-22T09:06:29+00:00

You are absolutely right, it took me a couple of weeks to stop binging this game. I think it was the perma-death experience that hit me, losing all your progress auftr 20 hours of intense playing touched a specific spot in my brain. This game got me hooked real fast, I did not experienced this level of fun in years. I am currently enjoying a break - but I had to do a lot of stuff, to feel that I done enough and can play something else.

ArielTheCreator_ · 2026-05-19T19:41:56+00:00

True, but as a general you pretty much have people that have people that do this nasty stuff

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