When playing Conan Exiles, it's easy to become wholly immersed in the experience especially considering the many base areas to choose between while exploring. The map of Conan Exiles is enormous and only getting bigger as more DLCs are released. All the space on the map means many more areas for players to build impressive bases.

While it is true that most players are interested in building on an area of flat land, there are numerous other opportune locations like cliffs, mountains, and valleys. For example, some players have taken a shining to the old ruins in the jungle since building a base is possible there, while others have chosen the dangerous but exciting desert lands of Bonebreakers End.

These are just two of many, so if someone is eager to learn more about which areas they should consider when setting up a home in the game, here are the best base locations in Conan Exiles.

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Updated July 10, 2022 by Jason Collins: Choosing a base location can be challenging, but players must remember to pick a place in a region with many resources. By setting up a base in a resource-dense area, they will have many of the resources they need to craft items required to survive in the game. After all, without a base, someone is unlikely to survive the players, creatures, and monsters in-game because they will have nowhere to stay safe. The latter should not be ignored either in favor of PVP; consequently, a section devoted to Conan Exiles' best PVE base locations has been added to this article.

10 Bonebreaker's Bend

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Bonebreaker's Bend is an excellent place for a base that offers many resources. Although it is pretty close to where players initially spawn when starting the game, it is still a good location, especially for beginners not wanting to travel too far too quickly. To find this location, players must follow the river to the right until they find a stone bridge hanging over the river.

One of the best resources that can be found in this area is silk due to the spiders that reside there. Additionally, there is plenty of metal in the location, along with trees and stone, which are vital resources for numerous crafting items. Moreover, this location also has a few good flat sites for people not used to working in mountainous terrain.

9 Claw Outcrop

Claw Outcrop in Conan Exiles

When players travel further along the river, moving away from Bonecreaker's Bend, they will come across Claw Outcrop. Although this location offers some areas for creative players, the best site to build one's base is in the cave.

It can be easy to forget about water, one of the most important resources while playing Conan Exiles. Fortunately for those who choose this location, the cave has an opening near the river, so players can easily access water. This location also offers metal and trees to use for crafting. Additionally, since this location is near Bonebreaker's Bend, players will also have easy access to silk.

Yet, what's most interesting about building a base here is that this area is also great for playing PVP since it will keep players tucked away and out of sight.

8 Lookout Point

Lookout Point in Conan Exiles

Another excellent base location is Lookout Point. Around Lookout, Point players will get access to metal to use for crafting, along with trees, water, and stone. All of these materials are useful, but this location's main attraction is that it also offers great building opportunities.

For example, on a nearby island seen from Lookout Point, players will have access to flat areas for base building. Yet, they should be a bit wary because of the game's fighter on the island. Luckily, it's not all doom and gloom, as players who kill him can get some incredibly flawless gear. However, there are also Komodos on the island, so players should watch out for those as well.

7 Waterhole Outlook

Waterhole Lookout in Conan Exiles

Between Waterhole Outlook and Marauder's Muster is a large flat area for players to build. This area is close to the water and is surrounded by metal, making it a crafter's dream location. Players who choose to build a base here will also be near the Black Galleon.

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The Black Galleon is an excellent location for players to obtain Thralls. The only problem with this location is that many players are attracted to it, so there will be stiff competition.

Ultimately, since the Black Galleon is a popular location, if a player gets a chance to build here, they may end up getting into a few brawls with other players, but the risk is worth the rewards for most.

6 Gate Of The Moon

Gate of the Moon in Conan Exiles

Gate Of The Moon is a great place to build a base, thanks to the jungle ruins that are located there. Inside the ruins, players will be able to build a formidable base. Interestingly, since this area is quite expansive, there are two levels to the ruins that players can use to their advantage.

These areas each have their own attractions, but players should consider Gate Of The Moon because their fortress will be undercover and away from prying eyes.

Additionally, as a bonus, there is metal nearby the area. Yet, players must remember that finding metal will be a bit of a walk away. Lastly, players who build here will be out of the way and won't need to worry about other players as much, but the same can't be said for creatures.

5 Island Chains

Island Chains in Conan Exiles

One of the greatest areas on the map for their defensive capabilities is the islands located in the far eastern area of the map. These island chains might be very tall and a pain to climb, but each one can be built on.

Better yet, players who build here can make it, so there is only one way in and out of their base, which is a significant benefit with a game focused on survival.

These island chains are near the jungle, and players who build here will have easy access to wood and water. Skilled enough players can also run bridges between these islands to create massive bases with strategic defense placements.

4 The Great Dam

The Great Dam in Conan Exiles

To the East of the Great Dam is a large indoor location that players can use to their advantage when building a base. For starters, it offers great defense thanks to its small opening, allowing players to create a defensive structure inside. Skilled players can easily build a formidable base at this location without using too many resources.

Impressively, the inside of the building is large enough to build a base that is a few stories tall. This area also offers good resources like wood, stone, and metal. However, the downside is that it is a very popular location, so it might be a challenging area to snag from other players without the right skills and experience level.

3 Relicwatcher Rise

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Players who need a little bit of everything around them should consider Relicwatcher Rise. This superb base location is situated near a few areas where players have access to Thralls and a few locations where players can get metal, trees, and water.

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Additionally, at Relicwatcher Rise, groups of passive animals near the water provide easy access to food. This location is also close to a Brimstone lake which comes in handier than many think. Yet, players should note that they will need a gas mask to enter the Brimstone lake. Another key attraction of this location is that it's close to an Obelisk and a city.

2 The Crevice

The Crevice in Conan Exiles

For players looking to get access to an area that has more metal than anywhere else, they will want to make a home base in The Crevice. However, the biggest drawback is that the Crevice is a popular base location, so players on a public server might have difficulty claiming this area.

If a player is lucky enough to get it, there is plenty of metal scattered throughout and a large cave with plenty of space for players to craft a bigger base.

It also has passive animals nearby for hunting, and players who make a base here will be well-guarded, thanks to the natural cave system. It's undoubtedly the right spot for beginners to consider.

1 Scavenger's Birth

Scavenger's Birth in Conan Exiles

Not all players enjoy being near other players. For these players, there is an island located to the south of Scavenger's Birth that gives players access to an out-of-the-way area to build their base. Players don't visit this area often, so it can be a good location for someone just starting out.

The main problem with this location is that it is far from metal, so there will be a bit of a hike to get some. However, players can build a decent defense on the island to keep themselves safe if players do happen to come by.

Best PVE Bases In Conan Exiles

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It's no secret that other players are a significant threat but what many forget is the threat of the environment in Conan Exiles. In the game, there are vicious animals and giant creatures like mammoths, dragons, gorillas, and rhinos that can and often do try to kill those that cross their path.

Fortunately, players don't need to worry too much about the hazards of the environment if they choose a safe or resource-abundant PVE (player versus environment) base. Many beginners and some expert players should consider a PVE base.

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Often, the best PVE bases in Conan Exiles are built in locations with fewer creatures or formations, making it difficult for animals and monsters to attack. That's why the best options for players to build a PVE base are at The Hand of the Maker and The Unnamed City.

At The Hand of the Maker, there is a decent amount of resources and passive animals that will supply food, making this location ideal for those wanting to learn the ropes at a slower pace. Unlike The Hand of the Maker location, players seeking a place to beat enemies, capture thralls, and gain experience fast (and levels) can do so at The Unnamed City.

Both base locations are best for PVE bases, but which one a player chooses will depend on their gameplay style.

How Many Bases Can A Player Build In Conan Exiles?

In Conan Exiles, players can build multiple bases across various locations on the map. There are significant advantages to having numerous bases.

For example, players with more than one base can store many more items and resources than others. Additionally, players with multiple bases across the maps will have defenses and an increased likelihood of being safe when visiting different regions.

Yet, players need to remember that if they only have one bed and bedroll and die in the game, they will respawn back at their base where their bed is situated. So it's essential for a player to always remember where they have placed these items.

Moreover, it's also crucial that players remember that having multiple bases is pointless if they are not built-in beneficial locations. That's why all bases should be built with easy access to resources like iron, water, wood, and passive animals.

Conan Exiles is available on PC, PS4, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

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