HOW TO BUILD a raft in Stranded Deep Complete Guide

[@GranddaddyGamer]

Ultimate starter guide! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWa4gYSqjc-smNE

[@konasurfah]

Thank you so much!

[@N.D.1984]

Are all base materials the same in buoyancy?

[@xboxbabe]

Good guide hope it most of the info works on Xbox

[@Evilmincer]

This my friend is undoubtedly one of the best tutorial I have seen. It's not cringy. It's not long winded. you show the functionality. The steps. I didn't feel like clicking the next tutorial. Pleased at your video editing skills, they are superb. Thank you.

[@GranddaddyGamer]

Wow, thanks!

[@sadiehunt3970]

This is the first video for me and I'm glad I picked it

[@masunrise7471]

I agree. I sometimes stop in my game to learn something and when it is long winded and doesn't get to the point, I give up and try to figure it out myself. lol His tutorials are perfect!

[@TrailBlazer46]

Agreed! Thanks!

[@Anwar_1048]

Agree!

[@crystalfunky]

Dude, the movement part with the sails was insane. Such creativity! Helped a ton!

[@Met182]

Never even thought about putting a shelf on the raft before, great tip!

[@envenom136]

I've never thought there was a bug and that the shelves float above the boat 😑😞

[@korishan]

Would be nice if the bed and still could be put on the raft too

[@KellysMind]

It's was a great idea to show the quick craft on the boat. Now everyone knows how to get the tires out of the tankers easily. I now have a reference to when I put a canopy on. I always get them backwards...lol.

[@GranddaddyGamer]

Lol

[@hennersss]

Not really that funny

[@ollie2111]

I finally wanted to make a raft and this so helpful, specially crafting it in the video. Makes it so much easier and step by step to understand, thank you so much man :')

[@xantherlogan]

Just started this game recently and just tried making rafts and didn't work well so thanks! This will help me immensely

[@crackedoutclown]

I got this over a year ago an played the life out of it, had a little year hiatus an thanks to another gaming channel started up again this week. But may I say, you’re videos are fantastic they’re incredibly informative and put together really well. And that tip about the bases being removable an shall we say confusing the game to think it’s still their is absolute genius, this will make massive rafts way more accessible now so thank you immensely. Keep up the cracking content sir.

[@joshc5309]

Smaller rafts can handle almost as well with fewer resources. A 3x3 raft with container shelves in each corner, a rudder under a canopy, an adjacent anchor, and a single sail can not only practically go in circles, you can fully automate the craft while never letting go of the rudder. You raise the sail, grab the rudder, then raise the anchor to go. A considered approach and good timing with the anchor makes most tricky maneuvers unnecessary.

[@seckino82]

I almost follow the same style, but putting shelves on the sides blocks the view too much while scanning for islands due NE, NW, SE and SW.. so I tried positioning them BEHİND the rudder (by adding additional raft parts on the sides).. but this time getting the raft out to the sea becomes even worse of a problem than it already is..

[@CMinusGaming]

This just changed the way I play this game. Thankyou so much. I never built a raft because I thought the original survival boat was good enough, you have changed that view entirely.

[@infamous201x2]

The inflatable raft!?

[@casachezdoom2588]

I've set up my current raft with 4 sails and I gotta say it's the best thing ever! Wish I had know about it when I first started playing the game XD Thank you very much. I find I almost never use the rudder anymore.

[@angiezepp5330]

Just getting into stranded deep and I appreciate the video. Long enough to give you the basics plus a few helpful tips but not dragged out too long or full of useless rambling. Good stuff.

[@Orwrath2010]

What I would really like to know what is the purpose/difference of having brick flooring to stick flooring? plus tyres and buoy balls are nice to use compared to barrels

[@joshc5309]

For floors, none whatsoever. Corrugated and wood are cheap, planks are a little more expensive,, and brick is ridiculous (you could make a raft out of the materials from four islands with clay instead of a small group of trees). There's marginal differences between the types of bases, other than a little depth and how readily the resources are available. Bouys are usually found in large quantity, you can usually make about four with a container ship. Tires are one and a half per stack, barrels are one per stack.

[@toddbruce6233]

Think it has to do with durability from attacks, but never had a wood raft break. Maybe just for looks?

[@blackfish95]

This is great, well done thanks! I accidentally made my first raft with the sail backwards... it does handle well so i left it that way :)

[@blackfish95]

Also thanks to this, i now have a reverse sail to back out of beach landings. AND i threw on the motor, 'cause parts are just everywhere, so why not?

[@nitaci7246]

Much easier to just build everything on top of boxes to elevate it. Was going crazy building in water and then got that idea. Just a tip to players. The shelf thing is awesome. Had no idea you could do that on a raft. Will help alot. Great video mate!

[@GranddaddyGamer]

That’s a good idea I never thought of

[@jerzydevoos5413]

Bro i was going nuts trying to build my raft in the water too 😅

[@dementi1985]

YAAY I'll finally make a good raft thx GDG your the best guide person

[@Leslie12.66]

You fit so much into this video. Great job!

[@GranddaddyGamer]

Ty kindly

[@natashacortes5665]

I love this tutorial you explained it very easy so I know what I’m doing thank you so much for making this video!!

[@NobodySomebodyToo]

Unsure if already mentioned but when navigating backwards, keep the rudder pointing the direction you want the craft to go. I have to watch the rudder because my thumb keeps on pressing the wrong way! And totally easier!

[@JoeMama-ov3gj]

Very helpful tutorial. No information was miscellaneous. Great work and thank you

[@roughtakes7271]

Brilliant guide and in using it I made a 3 x3 (which has wings on the side like a ladies tamp** lol), I put my rudder in the centre of the raft; I have the anchor in front which I can reach without leaving the rudder. I have 2 sails left and right of the anchor which I can also reach without leaving the rudder - the left sail goes forward, the right sail reverses. Using this setup you can sail backwards or forwards to your own preference. I like to go forwards so when Im reversed clear of land I spin the raft on a tight axis. By doing this if you're quick enough you can keep sight of the island youre heading to (bit like an ice skater focuses on one point when spinning) which is a big help in compass free runs....(its easy to lose focus in bad weather)

[@bankaijutsu17]

I just picked this game up since i was bored. It loaded an old save file and I'm totally new to the game so I'll just vanilla reset tomorrow. Appreciate the videos

[@pigmasterpoe7321]

I really enjoy your how to vids it’s always super simple and straight forward Edit: I subbed

[@noneyourb2526]

Yup

[@PhillDrakeEntertainment]

The only problem I encountered with this game is a lack of resources on the islands. Wish I can stay on one island and that everything respawns the other day. Always when I craft something huge like a raft I have to think about water and food which is tricky.

[@jayswartz9269]

You should always build water stills then work on ur raft but dont forget to scavage other islands for resources and come back to your MAIN island.

[@rebellious7563]

Thats part of the fun to me tbh

[@joshludwick8645]

maybe this will help your food/water situation if you havent already beat the game. A good place to start when you land on a new island; collect coconuts in even numbers (4, 8, 12), drop em all and use the spear to crack em open. You can only drink 2 whole coconuts and eat 2 halves every 10 in-game seconds otherwise you'll get sick. This is a great way to stay hydrated while getting situated on an island.

[@joshc5309]

Take supplies with you, specifically cloth and stone (fiber and palms are everywhere, but cloth might not, emergency looms are really expensive, and rock can be a pain to locate on some islands), and rations for emergencies (they give a lot of water). If you have those on you (maximum one or two boxes) you'll never have that problem.

[@korishan]

I have found that the starter island, and the next closest one, will have limited resources. I have ventured out to my 3rd island, and it has plenty of resources that keep respawning at regular intervals that I'm not running out of resources. As most survival based games, they want you to progress away from the starter (or tutorial) area and progress. So they limit the resources.

[@ttpp374]

been trying to figure out wth the hooks are for! and been rollin with my crates just chillin on my raft always falling off never knew you could build a container shelf on there! thanks

[@ianstevenson9472]

I can't even stay alive long enough to build a hobo stove

[@JunoAbby]

I know this is old but I really appreciate it. You make the game playable.

[@captnawty7966]

OUTSTANDING Video. Started out with a great overview then went on to the basics of building a raft for us newbies. I am a subscriber to Granddaddy Gamer because he remembers what it was like to be a newbie in the game.

[@Onemancheeseburger]

I already completed the game, but i decided to start again and also decided to watch this. Thank you for the video

[@TonyTroiano08]

Thanks. Great vid w/ much good and useful information. I struggled MIGHTILY getting the floor/deck parts to go on. Eventually I had to bring the raft out into open water and there I FINALLY got them on. Not sure why I struggled so bad but from what I saw when I searched "Stranded Deep Can't get floor to go on raft" I was far from the only one that ran into this playing the game 😆

[@NannyOggins]

I like your sail strategy, I use a catamaran design with my rudder nearer the middle of the raft but yours is better once you get the hang of the layout. Nice one!

[@aiden4884]

Very helpful tips! I picked up the game back when it was early access and played it a good bit, just getting back into it again and your videos are seriously handy!

[@GranddaddyGamer]

Welcome back!

[@C0sCooki3]

Me and my sister just recently started to play this game, so this is the best tutorial i have seen to make a decent (basic raft), its not too long, you didnt complicate things when you were giving out the description when you made it. So thank you so much!

[@solidarnosc14]

is she hot?

[@Its_a_me_Chibi]

I still hope they will add an option to build real ships, like a brigg or a sloop. Would be a fun mix of survival and feeling like a pirate.

[@skittlesthecat88]

You've been playing a little to much sea of theives lol

[@adamparry1324]

Well explained no BS, thank you 🤙🏻

[@p1nk3rt0n5]

I’m very glad this video did as well as it did. I didn’t think many people cared for stranded deep anymore but I guess I was wrong

[@branchcore]

AWESOME!!! Thanks for making this amazing and helpful video!

[@explosionsandstuff7787]

Not going to lie, that last tip about adding basses to your raft "in the wild" seems like a great way to transport certain resources without taking up cargo space. Thanks for it.

[@toddbruce6233]

Hands down the best raft tutorial online

[@googanmcboogie9307]

I typically do a 3x4 but instead of adding floors to the middle sections you can just set boxes in there and the won't slide out

[@ollie2111]

Ooooh interesting idea!

[@maverick_cw]

This was a fantastic video to come across! I'd about given up hope of figuring rafts out. Thank you for this!

[@GranddaddyGamer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Tufenuff83]

The floor on barrels adds weight to it, so it will sink a little bit more.

[@jerzydevoos5413]

Appreciate the vid man. Didn’t know your rudder can be built in the middle like that (bases around it) think I’m going to try that

[@i4y943]

Helped me so much,appreciate it man

[@always1add1bacon14]

14:00 I screwed myself XD ! , Thanks for the video tho man , very good tutorial !!!!

[@caroesco1775]

Thanks for the video, I'm just wondering if you get more speed if you build two sails pointed in the same direction? 🤔🤔

[@GranddaddyGamer]

unfortunately no

[@kreacher4728]

Remember before storage rack for boxes came out; we would design our rafts with gaps in the middle to sit boxes between the foundations and the deck ... They would rattle violently..and God forbid you flipped... all gone.

[@GranddaddyGamer]

Lol I remember

[@znakec918]

What I do is I leave a hole to place the rudder and still be able to see no matter how big my raft is. Also the hole doubles as a way to throw spears at sharks.

[@DanWeeks]

That's so cool, thanks. So with that trick of building a split raft base, could you then build floors on top of the "missing" base, thereby making a catamaran?

[@DudeLovesHorror76]

Update I built my raft also fell off my raft and lost it. Also I learned you need to build and connect your raft bases before you put floors down on them because they won't snap together. Once again thanks for this video.

[@Riphinney]

I'm a beginner and I thought everything was covered thx u for the help

[@logankitzhaber]

Great video! Thanks for the clear and concise information. I was wondering- where can I find the island that you’re on? It seems like the ideal place to set up a base

[@GranddaddyGamer]

its a custom island i use for tutorial videos

[@michaellopez4746]

This was awesome. This kids is how you make a KZbin video. I learned so much from this. Thank you.

[@GranddaddyGamer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@paulreynish144]

Good work dude this has helped me out so much thanks

[@grantmoles90]

Thanks heaps. The advice made all the difference :)

[@lucax_0358]

Hi bro ! I need your help ! Im on PC and I can't put the contenair shelf on my boat. This is normal ? Ty

[@GranddaddyGamer]

No it actually sounds like a bug. I’d say try reloading your game

[@shanm.8204]

Thanks so much for this video, and the many others you have made this game.. I steer the way you do. Thanks for that tip. So much easier.

[@brigittemurach9653]

bro I haven't been able to build past a single base raft on PS4, is there a trick to it? I try lashing them together but nothing seems to work.

[@JessicaHeiden]

Same problem. Second base is always red and can't attach to existing base.

[@TUGamerTM]

Dunno if it'll help you at all, but base rafts seem to be easier to put on when you lift the raft up and prop it on its side. Using L2 you can lift things up Skyrim floaty style and that I've found makes it easier to build stuff! Also, for when the raft is stuck on a rock or something and you don't wanna get off of it to move it, stand on the raft and hold it with L2, jumping as you do so, it'll basically break the laws of physics.

[@jimmyclimer594]

Or build in the water and drag on the shore when done.

[@jamesleary1405]

So I'm new to this game just recently found it while looking for something outside my normal game play of shooter games. I'm big into survival and outdoors stuff so this game kinda seemed up my alley. Now those crates can you store item's in them? I have explored 1 ship and took from a crate but wasn't sure you could take the crate and use it. I've explored many many islands already with just the beginning raft and luckily only be flipped 1 time. I built a single wood raft but was confused as to how the 2 sections connected cause it didn't give a option, and I kinda feel it should say something as i have up on it because I didn't notice that you just place them next to each other and theu stay automatically. I'm digging the game but it somewhat confusing at time's with limited info so you're channel is becoming a life saver thank you.

[@GranddaddyGamer]

yes you can use the wood crates for storage .. you can also make shelves to store them on and even attach them to your raft (costs 3 wood planks) i advise use them as much as possible. side note here nothing despawns in this game, so the more you leave laying about the more the game has to render even if youve left that island so use item piles and wood crates as much as possible ( console will be getting item piles in the next update). if you want to remove unwanted items from the game simply toss them into the ocean while sailing, as the bottom of the ocean has no bottom and is just a void (yes ive checked lol). doing this will remove the items from the game and you will not be able to get them back so choose wisely. Good luck Survivor!

[@jamesleary1405]

@@GranddaddyGamer I also took the advice of using the rudder like you explained and it's so easy that way ty for that also.

[@ntx177]

Hi, I have a problem, when I start using the rudder, I can't use the anchor or sail while sitting at it. When I get up, everything works normally... I know that in the past i'm could use the anchor and sail to steer the boat without getting up. In your video you also use the anchor when steering the rudder in 6:12 I can't do the same because while sitting at the rudder I don't see the option to press E to use the anchor. Can you help me with this somehow?

[@GranddaddyGamer]

It’s a new bug

[@Bradley_Warren]

I'm here because I lost my paddle...

[@GranddaddyGamer]

ouch

[@stevha164]

thank you, i would have missed so much without you

[@richardremillard4451]

I’m trying the game again… Bought it long time ago and early release and ice still dislike the user interface so bad, but after nine hours yesterday, a lot of things started to click, and become in my memory. I am super thrilled vers. 1.+ higher has been released so at least I can say if I have trouble it’s because of me and not so much of the bugs in the game. I’m also thrilled. There’s a goal and a plan to get rescued… Never understood the way to get out of the game or to finish or end it, really glad I get the full experience now. So I’ve also really appreciate your tutorial like the other comment said super detailed and precise. Looks like the tires are the way to go. And I’ve been to two islands… Does anyone know how many islands are in total? Thanks again for the video.

[@juliehutchison1269]

This game looks so much better on the PC. I wish the PS game had such amazing islands. Now off to build a better raft. Thanks

[@hi-sy9dp]

Are these islands only on pc….? I’ve been searching for hours on my ps

[@juliehutchison1269]

@hi I am almost positive that the awesome islands are only on the pc.

[@hi-sy9dp]

@@juliehutchison1269 they are they don’t spawn naturally tho you have to make them in the cartography section or get mods i made myself a very nice island tho!

[@juliehutchison1269]

@@hi-sy9dp I have no trouble making custom islands on the PS4 but I thought the PC versions on steam can’t be added to the PS? I am talking about the islands like Broadbent showcased in this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKKniXSaj8Z6rq8

[@scottyreed7395]

I found this video very helpfull thank you a ton! Only had 1 question, what seed are you on? I really want that island for a base location

[@sadiehunt3970]

The way you drive your raft is awesome work smarter not harder

[@valeskaloureiro2344]

It is amazing! I've never thought that this could be possible. Thanks for the tips. Now, I couldn't stop noticing this island, where did I find it? Is it a mod?

[@GranddaddyGamer]

I made it myself for testing stuff. Fairly easy I’m sure you do something similar

[@peggychu3002]

That was hugely helpful! Thank you.

[@GranddaddyGamer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@TheChriton]

tnxs m8 you rock! Nice explanation, nice organize you help e lot!

[@DudeLovesHorror76]

Love the video, you have given a lot to think about.

[@hondacivic199091]

Hey thanks I was just going to ask about storage containers an how to keep them on lol thank you so much I got this game when it Frist come out on console I play on Xbox one an I put it down because I got frustrated with it an just started back about a month ago thanks again

[@hondacivic199091]

One more Question I haven't found anything in the menu but can console build storage containers or not because I haven't seen them so I might have answered my on Question lol thanks again

[@hondacivic199091]

I sub to you before I ask you the first Question but I guess it didn't work but I just got the sub again an it worked that time

[@jimmyclimer594]

On pc you an build them with planks, console you have to make a spawn island in cartographer and keep respawning ships.

[@jimmyclimer594]

Too much and your game will lag, I play on ps4 so maybe not on Xbox one? It will make it very difficult to start fires with lag.

[@thewavygravy6420]

This helped me tons, you are a Chad.

[@derreklong3549]

Any tips on a quick way to flip your raft while in the ocean?

[@shinmusashi44]

I'm playing on the Switch and one thing I've noticed (either it's on just mine or all Switches) the sail animation doesn't go up or down. The graphics is always down. Really annoying.

[@sailorgoll3300]

With the fuel still part… if I can’t find a gas can, can I use something like a clay flask to store the fuel?

[@mokurai01]

thanks so much was driving me nuts that you couldnt attach after construction

[@amphernee]

Heads up for newbies- remember to hoist your sail and drop anchor if you jump off the raft. I’m a newbie and have been following along but I didn’t have enough rocks for an anchor so just skipped it. On my maiden voyage I got overheated so figured I’d take a quick dip to cool down. I forgot to hoist the sail and watched helplessly as my raft sailed away :(

[@GranddaddyGamer]

I’ve done that

[@elipuchie3092]

Bro… HOOOOOOWWWW are you so good at tips

[@dopadyess]

That was pretty awesome and helpful

[@mat1asgamez586]

hey granddaddy gamer your tutorial was very helpfull thanks for helping me be able to make a raft it was very hard for me.

[@GranddaddyGamer]

Glad to help

[@neromaniac]

Awesome. Great video. Thank you

[@oldsniper3322]

I see your still at it bro! nice video great tips for the new players. I see you like that hole in the middle 😉 me too. 😆

[@brandonmcteer6097]

I am on console and I’m having a hard time placing the container on the shelf. Am I missing something? I am trying to place the wood crate on the container shelf on my raft. Are “containers” and “wood crates” different? I am unable to carry the wood crate on my shoulder and the only way I’m able to move it is by holding LT. I feel like I may be doing something wrong here. Help is appreciated!

[@jg90gt]

Have 2 questions. I'm on Xbox X/S version. Can you place stacks of material on the raft ? Can you build a water collector and smoker on the rafts ? I'm thinking raft build water world style. One bonus question the hook without stick what does it attach to ? I tried my raft,tower,hut and trees,it's always red.

[@Rikachan92]

Thank you, this was actually pretty useful! :)

[@Dragdude511]

You were very helpful bro thank you

[@justgeo3879]

You should be able to make a house on the raft and put shot on it or walls to secure things inside. Or make it where you can pile stuff and secure it to the raft so it won’t fall

[@sergiocanales8791]

On the raft how many horizontal base can you go ? I’m currently at 5 , can you do more than that

[@mangohouses]

How do you attach the pieces of the raft to make it bigger? Mine doesn't give option

[@JackDaniels-ex9mf]

I cant seem to attach more than 3 wood raft bases lengthwise, is there a size limit for certain base types? Do i need to mix base types to get longer?

[@GranddaddyGamer]

honestly havent made a raft longer then 3 length

[@sdaze]

Great video GDG. I have a raft with a mix of plank and iron scrap floor, but my container shelves float in the air. Am I placing them wrong?

[@GranddaddyGamer]

Nope I’m having the same bug

[@ghostx084]

Hello I'm 2 days into the game have to say really liking the game. However I'm at the point where a raft is prolly more safer then that yellow tip over. I was having problems with the raft watched your video only to find out you that they automatically join haha. I will be watching your videos from here on out cheers

[@masonkoehn8324]

such a good tutorial this helped so much

[@bigview]

I like your Guides, you got the best organized ones and everything of you is well thought through. I think it's just about the old school I've deserved too. Could you tell me please how you've found this wonderful Island with the plane up on the rocks? I'm on PS4 and I kind of bet it's not possible for console.

[@GranddaddyGamer]

i made it .. but on PC

[@jedmanivx]

Best tutorial yet nice work

[@BrodaC23443]

Great job 👍

[@bnic19]

When u destroyed the center of the raft do you now fall through or does the game think the floor is still there and do you just float over the hole.? Thanks

[@GranddaddyGamer]

You fall through

[@jeffrey4547]

i just build a 3x3 with no floor in the center where i can put 7 crates or crates and 2 barrels or tires or i can haul 2 container walls then i have engine in the center anchor on the side and rudder on the other side with sail in front of engine so from the rudder i can run the sail or anchor y i am on the rudder then in front of anchor i put a crate rack leave the rest open for container walls

[@blackquiver]

Good vid ..just bought this on Boxing Day 2021.. Huge learning curb but fun.

[@GranddaddyGamer]

Enjoy it

[@alexvien1228]

So useful,thanks alot bro:)