Braden Gardner

World creation in Terraria brings with it some of the highest anticipation of the entire game. A new world’s environment is unblemished and unknown, giving you a sense of discovery with every step you take, every nook you explore, and every block you place. Since Terraria’s initial launch in 2011, there are also several more … Read more

If you’re coming to Terraria from another sandbox game like Minecraft, you’re probably used to the idea that few things are permanent. Between explosive creepers capable of damaging your houses, the fact that all your items drop when you die in Minecraft, and the general wear and tear your weapons and tools suffer, you start … Read more

No matter how many times I take a break from and then return to Terraria, one fact remains constant – I simply can’t remember how to build suitable NPC houses. I’ll remember that they need things like a background wall after my first attempt, niceties like a work bench and a torch after being told … Read more

If you’ve come across a weird purple claw or spike thing that you can’t seem to mine or destroy while exploring in Terraria, there’s a good chance you’ve found what is called a Demon Altar. Demon Altars are crafting stations found in Terraria worlds that begin with The Corruption, and share their many uses with … Read more

After spending half an hour in a fresh Terraria dungeon, it’s easy to lose track of how much money you have. You’re probably more worried about whether you can fit the latest cool item you found in a chest or on an enemy’s body into your inventory. As you’re shuffling items around, an enemy sneaks … Read more

Ah, Terraria. Whether you enjoy exploration, constructing cool buildings, gardening, or mechanical engineering, you’ll find plenty to keep you occupied in this 16-bit 2D paradise. I personally find it a lot more laid back than Minecraft, and have lost literal days spelunking for materials to build the perfect house above ground. Back when it was … Read more