An independent field guide built on visible evidence

What we publish

Before release, coverage is limited to mechanics, features, dates, and requirements stated by Paper Cult on the official Steam listing or official game website. Planning checklists are clearly written as methods players can use, not as hidden facts about the game.

After release, item names, values, routes, unlocks, and outcomes must be reproduced in the current public build before they are described as confirmed.

Verification policy

• Every page shows the date its official sources were last checked.
• Launch-specific claims include the relevant game version when the build exposes one.
• Unknown details stay unknown; an empty catalog is better than invented data.
• Balance advice distinguishes a repeatable result from a provisional observation.
• Corrections are applied to the page and its modified date after evidence is reviewed.

Current pre-release source check: July 15, 2026.

Independence and rights

Tears of Metal Field Guide is an independent fan resource. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Paper Cult, Valve, or Steam. Tears of Metal names, artwork, screenshots, and related marks belong to their respective owners.

Official screenshots are used to identify and discuss the game. They are stored locally for stable page performance and are captioned as official media.