The mobile version of the eagerly anticipated post-apocalyptic survival game, Once Human, is slated for release on April 23, 2025. Since its announcement in 2024, it has consistently ranked as one of the most wishlisted titles within its genre. In Once Human, the Wish Machine stands out as a crucial element, enabling players to obtain essential blueprints for weapons, gear, and other items that significantly enhance their survival experience in the game's desolate world. This guide offers a thorough exploration of the Wish Machine, detailing how to unlock, construct, and make the most of it.

How to Unlock the Wish Machine

Unlocking the Wish Machine is intentionally straightforward, as the game aims to encourage early access to this feature. You can unlock the Wish Machine by advancing through the main storyline quests. It becomes available during a key quest in the Greywater Camp of the Iron River section. Upon encountering the machine, you'll have the option to either transfer it to your base or craft it using specific resources. To construct the Wish Machine, you'll need:

• Copper Ingots: 25
• Rusted Parts: 10
• Metal Scraps: 5
• Rubber: 3
• Glass: 5

Once you've gathered these materials, you can build the Wish Machine in your territory by navigating to the building menu under Facilities > Function Facility.

A single draw from the Wish Machine costs 500 starchrom, while a 10-pull will set you back 5000 starchrom. After confirming your choice, you'll engage in a mini-game where you must hit a llama with a mallet. The llama you strike doesn't affect the outcome of your prize, but you must make the hit. If you'd rather skip the mini-game, you can select the 'Bypass Cutscene' button to proceed directly to the results.

Tips for Using the Wish Machine to Your Benefit

Although operating the Wish Machine is simple, players can optimize their use of it by following these tips:

• Evaluating Costs: The mini-game introduces a chance-based system, but buying desired blueprints directly from the Blueprint Shop can often be more economical, especially for high-tier items.
• Budgeting Starchrom: Starchrom is a scarce resource, so it's wise to spend it on blueprints that best suit your playstyle and survival strategy.
• Understanding Probability: Keep in mind that the rewards from the mini-game are random. If you're after a specific item, be prepared to make multiple draws or opt for a direct purchase from the Blueprint Shop.

For an enhanced gaming experience, consider playing Once Human on a larger screen using BlueStacks on your PC or laptop, along with a keyboard and mouse setup.