Minecraft Dungeons: Lost Settlement Mission Guide

Game Information

• Game Name: Minecraft Dungeons
• Developer: Mojang Studios
• Initial Release Date: May 26, 2020
• Genre: Action-adventure, Dungeon crawler
• Platforms: PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch

Introduction

Welcome to the detailed guide for the Lost Settlement mission in Minecraft Dungeons, part of the Creeping Winter DLC. This guide will cover unlocking the mission, mission objectives, difficulty levels, rewards, and essential tips and strategies to help you conquer this icy challenge.

Unlocking Lost Settlement

How To Access The Mission

The Lost Settlement mission is a secret level that can be unlocked by playing through the Frosted Fjord level. To access it, follow these steps:
1. Play the Frosted Fjord mission and activate all three switches.
2. Explore the cave area for a room with another door. This part of the map may require multiple playthroughs due to its random generation.
3. Look for a side path leading to a locked gate and interact with a nearby mechanism to open it.
4. After a fight with an ambush of enemies, continue forward and use bounce pads to reach a button on a pirate ship.
5. Pressing this button unlocks the Lost Settlement mission.

Mission Overview

Difficulty and Rewards

Lost Settlement’s difficulty varies based on the mode you choose, with each offering different rewards. Here’s a breakdown of the recommended power levels for each difficulty:
– Default V: Power 22
– Default VI: Power 27
– Default VII: Power 33
– Adventure Mode: Higher power requirements with better rewards
– Apocalypse Mode: Highest difficulty with the best rewards.

Unique Gear Drops

Depending on the difficulty level, you can expect different gear drops:
– In Default Mode: Cutlass, Snow Bow, Wolf Armor, Spelunker Armor, Snow Armor, Light Feather, Shock Powder.
– Unique gear includes The Last Laugh, Sun’s Grace, Fox Armor, Cave Crawler, Frost Armor, Winter’s Touch, Nameless Blade, Titan’s Shroud, with availability varying based on the difficulty level.

Story Walkthrough

Follow these steps to complete the mission:
1. Follow the marker to navigate the level.
2. Locate panels to activate bridges.
3. Cross the ice wall to progress.
4. Find the lost settlement within the forest.
5. Enter the settlement and prepare for battle.
6. Defeat hordes of enemies.
7. Locate and activate the relic inside the settlement.
8. Defend the relic from incoming enemy waves.
Note: The level layout and enemy types may vary in each playthrough.

Tips & Strategies

Combat Tips

• Use the bridges to funnel enemies, making them easier to manage and defeat.
• Prepare for multiple waves of enemies, especially when defending the relic.
• Utilize area-effect abilities and weapons to efficiently handle large groups.

No Boss Fight

Unlike many other levels, Lost Settlement does not have a boss fight. Your primary challenge will be surviving against multiple hordes of enemies, especially during the relic defense segment.

Conclusion

The Lost Settlement mission in Minecraft Dungeons offers a unique blend of exploration, combat, and strategy. By following these guidelines and adapting to the level’s challenges, players can successfully navigate and conquer this icy realm.