GRAIN ROT Outpost Upgrade Planner
Drag your priorities — see the stat payoff before spending gold.
The Outpost Upgrade Planner helps GRAIN ROT crews decide which room to level next based on demo-documented perks. Select your current upgrade path and the tool recommends optimal sequencing aligned with our room priority tier list.
Outpost Upgrade Planner
Set current room levels and playstyle to see the recommended next upgrade.
Recommendation
How the planner works
The planner models demo-known rooms:
- East Wing Resolve — stamina track up to +20 max stamina at level four
- Combat Wing — damage percentage bonuses
- Vitality Wing — health bonuses
- Inventory Wing — tier unlocks for sword, hammer, and gun access
Adjust priority weights for solo (more health/stamina) vs co-op anchor builds (more damage).
When to use this tool
- After profitable Grinder runs with limited gold
- Before cosmetic spending tempts your crew
- When returning from deep layers with rot repair costs
- Planning session zero for new four-player groups
Planner limitations
Demo level caps may differ from launch. Second Outpost floor and Enchantment Machine stats are not modeled until verified post-release on launch features. Always confirm costs in-game.
Recommended workflow
- Enter current room levels in the tool
- Note recommended next upgrade and projected stats
- Purchase in Outpost with Murch and Biggy systems
- Run Extraction Run test to validate feel
- Revisit planner after session
Planner scenarios for common crew states
Broke after wipe: Planner prioritizes cheapest stamina or health bump preventing repeat wipe — not cosmetics.
Mid-progression argument: Export screenshot of planner output to Discord; vote on next gold spend with stats visible.
Pre-launch theorycraft: Model demo caps only; launch floor two stats arrive post-verification.
Solo player: Weight stamina and health sliders higher in planner assumptions — adjust mentally if UI lacks solo preset at wiki update time.
Integrating planner results with guides
Planner output is step one. Step two: validate feel in a shallow demo biome run before committing to deep layers. Numbers do not capture Corrupted pressure — human judgment still aborts greedy depth.
Feedback and accuracy
Report planner discrepancies on official Discord with room level screenshots. Community verification keeps fan tools honest after Beck & Branch patch notes change perk values.
Screenshot archive habit
Save planner screenshots weekly to see progression arcs across launch patches. Visual history helps crews remember why certain rooms were prioritized when meta shifts after hotfixes.
Planner vs tier list conflicts
If planner math disagrees with room priority tier list text, trust verified in-game costs first, then file Discord feedback. Demo caps may drift at launch — tools update after confirmation.
Related guides
Planner session template
- Record current room levels after each extract.
- Enter levels into planner.
- Screenshot recommendation.
- Vote in co-op channel.
- Spend gold once in Outpost.
- Test shallow run before deep push.
Data sources
Planner values mirror demo community footage and room upgrades guide perk notes until launch datamining confirms new floors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions.
Is planner data accurate?
Based on demo community footage and official room perk descriptions. Launch may change values.
Can I share planner results?
Screenshot your plan for co-op discussion before spending shared gold.
Does it include cosmetics?
No. Planner focuses on combat and mobility stats.
Will launch floors be added?
Yes after August 2026 when stats are verified.
Can I use the planner solo?
Yes. Weight stamina and health priorities higher than co-op anchor damage when planning alone.
Does the planner save my progress?
No persistent save yet. Screenshot outputs for co-op planning between sessions.
Will launch floors appear in the planner?
Yes after second Outpost floor stats are verified post-release.
How often should crews replan?
After every major Outpost purchase or when launch patches change perk values.
Can planners replace tier lists?
No. Use tier lists for philosophy and the planner for numeric next-step simulation.