ABOVE Event Guide: How to Master Seasonal Events

Understanding Events in ABOVE

Events in ABOVE are limited-time activities that add new challenges, stories, and rewards to your mountain resort experience. These events typically run for one to two weeks and introduce unique objectives tied to the 1960s alpine theme. Whether you are rescuing stranded hikers during a blizzard or preparing your lodge for a holiday celebration, events offer a fresh way to engage with the game.

Participating in events is entirely optional, but the exclusive rewards make them worth your time. You can access the event menu from the main lobby screen, where a special banner will highlight the current active event. The game also sends a notification when a new event begins, so you never miss out.

Types of Events

ABOVE features several recurring event types, each with its own mechanics and reward pools. Understanding the differences helps you plan your strategy.

Rescue Operations

These events task you with saving a specific number of climbers or hikers caught in dangerous weather. You must expand your shelter capacity and manage resources like food and firewood to accommodate the influx of guests. Successful completions grant exclusive furniture and decorations for your lodge.

Trail Blazing Challenges

Trail Blazing events focus on exploration and route planning. You need to chart new paths through the mountain, often under time pressure or with limited supplies. Rewards include unique trail markers and cosmetic upgrades for your gear.

Holiday Celebrations

Holiday events introduce festive decorations and special visitor characters. These are narrative-driven, with short storylines that unfold over several days. Completing all chapters unlocks a seasonal outfit for your character and a limited-edition piece of art for your lodge walls.

How to Prepare for an Event

Preparation is key to maximizing your event rewards. Start by checking the event announcement on the Steam page or in-game notice board. Knowing the event type lets you stockpile the right resources.

1. Stockpile Basic Resources

   Gather extra food, firewood, and medical supplies. Rescue events consume these faster than usual. Aim for at least 50 units of each before the event starts.

2. Upgrade Your Shelter

   A larger shelter can accommodate more guests. Focus on upgrading the dormitory and kitchen areas. This increases your capacity to handle event-specific challenges.

3. Save Your Currency

   Some events offer exclusive items for purchase with in-game currency. Save up gold and resort points to buy limited-time decorations and gear.

Event Rewards and Progression

Each event has a progression track with multiple tiers. Completing objectives earns you event points, which unlock rewards at set thresholds. Typical rewards include:

• Cosmetic items: Lodge decorations, character outfits, and trail markers
• Currency bonuses: Extra gold and resort points
• Exclusive blueprints: Furniture and gear that cannot be obtained elsewhere
• Titles and achievements: Permanent account-wide unlocks

You can view your current progress in the event menu. Most events require around 10 to 15 hours of gameplay to complete all tiers, though dedicated players can finish faster by focusing on high-value objectives.

Tips for Maximizing Event Efficiency

To get the most out of every event, keep these strategies in mind:

• Prioritize daily objectives: Many events have daily tasks that grant bonus points. Log in each day to complete them.

• Combine with regular gameplay: Event objectives often overlap with standard resort management. Fulfill event requirements while running your daily operations.

• Use the community hub: Check the community guide for event-specific tips shared by other players.

• Stockpile resources before event start

• Complete daily objectives every day

• Focus on high-point tasks first

• Check the event menu for bonus challenges

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I replay past events? No, events are time-limited. However, they return annually, so you can participate when they cycle back.

Do event rewards carry over to new saves? Yes, cosmetic unlocks and titles are tied to your account, not individual save files.

Are events available in the demo version? No, events are exclusive to the full release of ABOVE. You can purchase the game on Steam.

What happens if I miss an event entirely? The exclusive items become unavailable until the event returns the following year. There is no other way to obtain them.