Dungeons
Dungeons are challenging PvE experiences that test your combat skills against traps, turrets, and scientists in timed maze-like environments. These exclusive encounters on BritsPVE servers offer high-risk, high-reward gameplay with scaling difficulty levels.
Overview
🏰 About Dungeons
Dungeons are timed PvE experiences where players navigate through maze-like environments filled with traps, turrets, and hostile scientists. Each dungeon is a race against the clock to clear all enemies and obstacles while navigating through multiple rooms and corridors.
Challenge Focus: These encounters test your combat efficiency, navigation skills, and ability to handle unexpected threats under time pressure.
⏰ Time-Based Challenge
Dungeons operate on a timer from the moment you enter. Efficient room clearing and quick navigation are essential for success. The maze layout and door systems require careful attention to avoid getting lost or trapped.
Getting Started
🛒 Purchasing Dungeons
Dungeons are purchased using Duct Tape through the dedicated buy menu:
/buydungeonNote: After purchasing, you'll be added to a queue. Wait for the system to spawn your dungeon and provide coordinates in chat.
📍 Entering Your Dungeon
STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS
/buydungeon⚠️ Preparation: Ensure you have all necessary weapons, ammunition, and healing items BEFORE entering. The timer starts immediately upon entry.
Dungeon Environment
🎯 Enemy Types
SCIENTISTS
Scientists come in multiple difficulty tiers and won't hesitate to attack on sight. Boss scientists present particularly challenging encounters that may require specialized tactics.
AUTOMATED DEFENSES
Automated defenses provide constant threats throughout the dungeon. Turrets can quickly eliminate unprepared players, while traps create additional environmental challenges.
🏗️ Dungeon Layout
MAZE STRUCTURE
Navigation Tip: Pay close attention to your path through the maze. The door system can be confusing, and getting turned around wastes precious time.
Difficulty Levels
🟢 Easy
Recommended for: Players new to dungeons or those looking for a quicker, less intense experience.
🔵 Normal
Recommended for: Players with some dungeon experience looking for a balanced challenge.
🟡 Medium
Recommended for: Experienced players comfortable with dungeon mechanics and boss encounters.
🔴 Hard
Recommended for: Highly skilled players with excellent gear and dungeon knowledge.
💀 Nightmare
⚠️ ULTIMATE CHALLENGE: Nightmare difficulty represents the pinnacle of dungeon content. Only attempt with the best gear, extensive preparation, and mastery of dungeon mechanics.
Combat Strategy
⚔️ Recommended Loadout
PRIMARY WEAPONS
SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT
Weapon Tip: The Ashmaker is particularly effective against turrets due to its rocket-firing capability, making it a top choice for dungeon runs.
🎯 Combat Tactics
ROOM CLEARING STRATEGY
BOSS ENCOUNTERS
Boss scientists present unique challenges that require specific tactics. Grenades are particularly effective against these tougher enemies. Identify boss types quickly and adapt your strategy accordingly.
🧭 Navigation & Time Management
EFFICIENT EXPLORATION
Navigation Tip: If you find yourself getting lost, try following one wall consistently (left or right) to ensure you explore the entire dungeon systematically.
Quick Reference
📋 Key Takeaways
- Purchase with Duct Tape: Use
/buydungeoncommand with costs ranging from 5-100 Duct Tape - Queue System: Wait for spawn coordinates after purchase
- Timer Starts on Entry: Be fully prepared before entering the glowing doorway
- Multiple Threats: Combat scientists, turrets, traps, and boss encounters
- Fixed Spawn Limits: Enemy counts are predetermined for each difficulty
- Maze Navigation: Complex room and door systems require careful attention
- Completion Indicator: Green lights signal successful clearance
- Recommended Weapons: Ashmaker for turrets, grenades for bosses
- Difficulty Scaling: Larger mazes and more enemies at higher difficulties
- Time Management: Efficient clearing is essential for success
- Preparation is Key: Bring ample ammunition, healing, and the right tools
🎯 Pro Tips
Ashmaker Dominance: The Ashmaker's rocket-firing capability makes it exceptionally effective against both turrets and groups of scientists, often considered the best dungeon weapon.
Grenade Conservation: Save your grenades specifically for boss encounters where their area damage and high impact are most valuable.
Progressive Difficulty: Start with Easy or Normal dungeons to learn the mechanics before attempting higher difficulties.
Predictable Challenges: Enemy spawns are fixed per difficulty, allowing you to learn and optimize your approach for each tier.