Snail shells are one of the rarest and most valuable crafting materials in Grounded 2, used to create powerful Tier III armor pieces—the
Snail Shell Casque, Plastron, and Greaves. These high-defense gear items are essential for surviving tougher enemy encounters, but obtaining snail shells can be a challenge.
In this guide, we’ll cover the
best ways to farm snail shells, including
chest locations, alternative harvesting methods, and the required materials to craft the full armor set.
Where to Find Snail Shells in Grounded 2
Since breaking live snails for their shells is currently difficult without the
Tier III Hammer, players have discovered alternative methods to collect them:
1. Loot from Hidden Chests
Several chests scattered across the map contain snail shell fragments. Here are the confirmed locations:
- Ranger Outpost Statue – A chest near the statue holds fragments.
- Networking Quest Lab – Check Level 01 and Level 04 for chests containing shells.
- Network Centre Lab (Above Level 04) – Another chest here may contain fragments.
2. Using O.R.C. Weevils for Explosive Harvesting
If you don’t have the right tools, you can use O.R.C. Weevils to break snail shells:
- Lure 2-3 weevils near a snail shell.
- Time their explosion correctly to crack the shell and collect fragments.
(Note: This method may be patched in future updates, so use it while you can!)
How to Craft the Snail Shell Armor Set
To craft the Snail Shell Casque, Plastron, and Greaves, you’ll need the following materials:
- Snail Shell Fragments (Primary resource)
- Lingonberry Chunks → Process into Lingonberry Leather
- Garden Snail Eyestalk (Random drop from adult snails)
- Web Fiber → Unlocks the Spinning Wheel
- Silk Rope (Crafted via Spinning Wheel)
- Acid Gland (Dropped by certain enemies)
Once you gather all materials, head to a workbench to craft your Tier III armor for maximum protection.
Final Tips for Farming Snail Shells Efficiently
- Check chests regularly – Some may respawn over time.
- Use explosive methods before potential patches.
- Farm adult snails for eyestalks while hunting for shells.
By following these strategies, you’ll be able to craft the best defensive armor in Grounded 2 and take on even the toughest foes with confidence!
Platform(s): Windows PC, Xbox Series X/S
Developer(s): Obsidian Entertainment , Eidos-Montréal
Publisher(s): Xbox Game Studios
Mode: Single-player, multiplayer
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