If you enjoy charging into battle and knocking enemies around with a trusty melee weapon, the Metal Bat is the upgrade you’ve been waiting for.
Built for players who prefer getting up close instead of relying on firearms, this reinforced weapon packs far more punch than its humble predecessor.
Once you unlock it, the Metal Bat quickly becomes one of the best melee choices for taking on tougher enemies as your adventure becomes increasingly dangerous.
How To Unlock and Craft Metal Bat?
You can unlock the Metal Bat once you reach Technology Level 40, where it becomes available in the Technology tree for 3 Technology Points.
After unlocking the technology, gather the required crafting materials, forge the weapon, and replace your old Bat or other melee weapon with this one.
The following materials are required to craft a Metal Bat:
- 30 Hardwood
- 20 Refined Ingot
Metal Bat Features
The Metal Bat deals a hefty 500 damage, making it a dramatic upgrade over the standard Bat’s modest 50 damage and a noticeable improvement in every encounter.
Its increased power lets you dispatch hostile Pals and other enemies much faster, making melee combat a far more practical option during the later stages of the game.
Whether you’re conserving ammunition or simply enjoy getting up close, the Metal Bat delivers the stopping power needed to keep melee combat both fun and effective.
Metal Bat Schematics
Epic Metal Bat Schematic (Mount Obsidian)
If you make your way to Mount Obsidian and go to (-488, -368), you will find one of the many Ancient Ruins there, which rewards an Epic Metal Bat schematic. (Deals 650 Damage)
Verdict
For players who enjoy smashing enemies up close, the Metal Bat offers a satisfying balance of simplicity, power, and reliability throughout the later stages of the game.
The addition of an Epic Schematic also gives melee enthusiasts something worthwhile to hunt down, pushing the weapon’s damage even further for tougher encounters.
While ranged weapons often steal the spotlight, the Metal Bat proves that a well-timed swing can still be one of the most satisfying ways to send enemies flying.
