Riverside, Kentucky: The Fisherman's Haven
Riverside is the most northern spawn point, hugging the Ohio River. It is the best location for long-term wilderness survival due to infinite water and fish.
Difficulty: Low/Medium
Zombie population is manageable but can form dense hordes in the business district.
Loot Density: Medium
Decent variety. Has a Hardware store, Book store, and a hidden Factory nearby.
Base Potential: Very High
Being next to the river allows for infinite water/food (Fishing) even after utilities shut off.
Key Loot Locations
- The Hardware Store (West Side): Located near the gas station. Vital for finding Sledgehammers, Axes, and Seeds.
- The Enigma Books (6315x5222): Next to the Pharmacy. A great source of skill books.
- The Factory & Storage Lots (South West): Just outside of town. Contains massive amounts of industrial loot and vehicle parts.
- Riverside Country Club (Far South): Huge, fancy, but crawling with "rich" zombies (chance to spawn with better jewelry/clothing).
Best Base Locations
1. The Gated Community (East)
A neighborhood of mansions surrounded by tall iron fences. Pick a house backing onto the heavy woods for easy escape, or board up the street entrance to claim the whole block.
2. The Junkyard (West)
Fully fenced with a high chain-link fence. There is only one entrance. It contains a lot of cars (Metalworking XP) and is right next to the river for fishing.
3. The Post Office
Located centrally. It is a large, sturdy building with many sorting shelves for storage and a flat roof for farming. Good for urban playstyles.
Pro Tip: Riverside is the only spawn town with reliable access to the river. Fishing is arguably the strongest survival skill for winter, as fish provide high calories to maintain weight.
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