- Hunting: kill, skin, and sell meat, pelts, and skulls to the Hunter in the trader hub. It keeps you fed too. Pelts can be stored inside skulls to save space.
- Mining (Chernarus): a steady, low-risk option once you have tools. Gather ores and raw materials, then sell or process them at the Mining Buyer in the trader hub. The rocks help if you're building.
- AI encounters: AI can carry sellable armbands, tools, food, cash, ammo, and crafting materials. As your gear improves, they become one of the most rewarding activities.
- Quests: one of the fastest ways to establish yourself, with rewards like cash, building supplies, weapons, and rare items.
Your first big goal should be a car. Lower-tier cars are affordable and give you mobile storage, faster travel, and easier hauling. You can buy your first one at the civilian vehicle trader.