I’ve spent countless hours navigating the treacherous roads of Mabutts Valley in RV There Yet, and let me tell you – cigarettes have saved my butt more times than I can count! When I first started playing, I thought these little cancer sticks were just for show, part of the game’s “dad-core” humor. Boy, was I wrong! Today, I’m going to share everything I’ve learned about cigarettes in RV There Yet and how they can be your secret weapon for survival.
My First Encounter with Game-Changing Smokes
I remember my first bear chase like it was yesterday. There I was, minding my own business, scavenging for supplies at a gas station when suddenly – BAM! A massive bear comes charging out of nowhere. My stamina bar was already in the red from all the running I’d been doing, and I could feel the panic setting in. That’s when I noticed the cigarette icon in my inventory. “What the heck,” I thought, and pressed the ‘1’ key.
What happened next blew my mind! My character lit up a cigarette, and suddenly I had this incredible surge of energy. My stamina shot back up, and I was able to outrun that angry bear all the way back to the safety of my RV. From that moment on, I knew cigarettes weren’t just for show in this game – they were a legitimate survival tool.
What Cigarettes Actually Do in RV There Yet?
Let me break down exactly what happens when you light up in RV There Yet:
Primary Benefits
Temporary Stamina Boost: This is the big one! When you smoke a cigarette, you get an immediate and significant boost to your stamina bar. I’ve found this incredibly useful when:
- I’m being chased by bears (obviously!)
- I need to sprint long distances to reach checkpoints
- I’m helping push the RV up steep hills
- I’m exploring areas that require lots of running and jumping
Speed Increase: Along with the stamina boost, cigarettes give you a noticeable speed increase. It’s not like you suddenly turn into The Flash or anything, but that extra bit of speed can make all the difference when you’re trying to escape danger or reach a resource before it disappears.
Visual Buff Indicator: When you light up, you’ll see a special icon appear at the bottom of your screen with a circular timer that shows how long the buff will last. This is super helpful for timing your cigarette usage strategically.
How to Use Cigarettes: The Complete Control Guide
One thing that tripped me up at first was realizing that cigarettes have multiple controls. It’s not just a simple “use item” situation. Here’s the complete breakdown:
| Action | Keybind | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| Light Cigarette | 1 | Your character pulls out a cigarette and lights it up |
| Puff Cigarette | 2 | Take a drag from the lit cigarette (activates the buff) |
| Put Out Cigarette | 3 | Extinguish the cigarette when you’re done |
I learned this the hard way during my first few playthroughs. I’d press ‘1’ and wonder why nothing was happening, not realizing I needed to press ‘2’ to actually take a puff and get the benefits!
Where to Find Cigarettes in RV There Yet?
Cigarettes aren’t exactly rare, but you need to know where to look. Here are all the locations I’ve found them during my adventures:
Guaranteed Starting Location
You always begin each run with one cigarette in your inventory. I recommend saving this for when you really need it – don’t waste it at the start when you’re safe!
Common Spawn Locations
Gas Stations: This is where I find cigarettes most frequently. Gas stations are like treasure troves in RV There Yet, and cigarettes are usually sitting on counters or shelves alongside other useful items.
Rest Stops: Those little roadside rest areas often have cigarettes available. I make it a habit to check every rest stop I come across, even if I don’t think I need anything.
Vending Machines: Some vending machines dispense cigarettes along with snacks and drinks. They’re not as common as the other locations, but worth checking when you spot them.
Starting RV Interior: I’ve occasionally found extra cigarettes inside the RV at the beginning of a run. It’s not guaranteed, but always worth a quick look around.
Pro Tips for Cigarette Hunting
Here are some strategies I’ve developed for maximizing my cigarette finds:
- Thoroughly Search Every Location: Don’t just glance around – actually check every shelf, counter, and container. Cigarettes can be easy to miss!
- Prioritize Gas Stations: If you’re low on supplies and need cigarettes, gas stations should be your first stop. They have the highest spawn rate in my experience.
- Share with Your Team: If you’re playing co-op, communicate with your teammates about cigarette locations. There’s nothing worse than two people wasting cigarettes when one would have done the job!
When to Use Cigarettes: Strategic Timing?
I’ve learned that timing is everything when it comes to cigarette usage in RV There Yet. Here’s my personal strategy for when to light up:
Perfect Timing Scenarios
Bear Chases: This is the obvious one, but it’s worth emphasizing. When you hear that bear roar and see the stamina bar dropping, that’s your cue to light up. The combination of stamina boost and speed increase has saved me countless times.
Long-Distance Running: Sometimes you need to cover a lot of ground quickly, especially when trying to reach a checkpoint before nightfall or when you’re far from your RV. A cigarette can give you that extra endurance you need.
RV Pushing Situations: When your RV gets stuck or you need to push it up a steep hill, you’ll burn through stamina fast. I like to light up a cigarette before starting these heavy-duty tasks.
Resource Scavenging Runs: When you’re exploring dangerous areas for supplies, having a cigarette ready can mean the difference between making it back to safety with precious items or losing everything.
When NOT to Use Cigarettes
Just as important as knowing when to use cigarettes is knowing when to save them:
When Your Stamina is Full: This should be obvious, but I’ve seen so many players waste cigarettes when they don’t need the boost. Save them for emergencies!
When You’re Safe Inside the RV: There’s no point using cigarettes when you’re already secure. Wait until you’re about to head out into danger.
When Other Players Are Already Using Them: If you’re playing co-op and someone else just used a cigarette for the group benefit, wait for the buff to wear off before using yours.
Advanced Cigarette Strategies
Once you’ve mastered the basics, you can start using cigarettes in more advanced ways. Here are some pro-level strategies I’ve developed:
Combining Cigarettes with Other Items
One of my favorite discoveries is that cigarettes can be combined with other items for even better effects:
Cigarettes + Burgers: I like to eat a burger first for gradual health restoration, then light up a cigarette for the stamina boost. This combination keeps me healthy and energized during long exploration sessions.
Cigarettes + Bear Spray: When facing multiple bears, I’ll use bear spray to create distance, then light up a cigarette to ensure I can outrun any remaining threats.
Cigarettes + EpiPens: In emergency situations where I need to revive a teammate and escape quickly, I’ll use an EpiPen first, then immediately light up a cigarette for the stamina to get us both to safety.
Team Coordination Strategies
When playing with friends, cigarettes become even more powerful. Here’s how my team uses them:
The Sacrificial Smoker: One player lights up a cigarette to attract the bear’s attention and lead it away from the RV while the other players drive to safety. The bear eventually loses interest, and the smoker can make their escape.
Chain Smoking: In really tough situations, we’ll have multiple players light up cigarettes in sequence to maintain a continuous stamina boost for the whole team.
The Lookout: We’ll often have one player stay slightly behind the group, ready to light up a cigarette if anyone gets into trouble and needs a quick escape.
Common Myths About Cigarettes in RV There Yet
I’ve heard a lot of misinformation about cigarettes in this game, so let me clear up some common myths:
Myth: Cigarettes Damage Your Health
Reality: Unlike in real life, cigarettes have NO negative effects in RV There Yet. They don’t damage your health, reduce your stats, or cause any long-term problems. They’re purely beneficial!
Myth: You Can Only Use One at a Time
Reality: While the effects don’t stack, you can use multiple cigarettes in sequence. When one wears off, you can immediately light up another for another boost.
Myth: Cigarettes Are Rare
Reality: Cigarettes are actually quite common once you know where to look. I rarely run out during a playthrough because I find them so frequently at gas stations and rest stops.
Myth: You Need to Smoke to Progress
Reality: While cigarettes are incredibly helpful, they’re not required to complete the game. You can finish RV There Yet without ever using a cigarette, but it’s definitely harder!
My Personal Cigarette Management System
After hundreds of hours playing RV There Yet, I’ve developed a personal system for managing cigarettes that works really well for me:
The Rule of Three
I always try to keep at least three cigarettes in my inventory at all times:
- One for immediate emergencies
- One as a backup
- One to share with teammates if needed
Location-Based Usage
I categorize cigarette usage based on where I am in the game:
Early Game: I’m very conservative with cigarettes, only using them for life-or-death bear encounters.
Mid Game: I start using them more strategically for exploration and resource gathering.
Late Game: I use them freely, knowing I can always find more at the next checkpoint.
Communication is Key
When playing co-op, I always communicate with my team about:
- How many cigarettes I have
- When I’m planning to use one
- Where I found extra cigarettes
This coordination has saved our team countless times!
The “Dad-Core” Aesthetic: Why Cigarettes Fit Perfectly?
One thing I love about RV There Yet is its “dad-core” aesthetic – that perfect blend of suburban dad humor, road trip nostalgia, and slightly inappropriate behavior that makes the game so charming. Cigarettes fit perfectly into this theme.
When I’m driving through Mabutts Valley with my friends, stopping at gas stations, grilling burgers on the RV’s tiny grill, and yes, occasionally lighting up a cigarette for that much-needed stamina boost, I feel like I’m living out some bizarre road trip fantasy. It’s ridiculous, it’s over-the-top, and it’s absolutely brilliant.
The game doesn’t take itself too seriously, and neither should you. Cigarettes in RV There Yet aren’t about promoting smoking – they’re about giving you another tool in your survival arsenal while adding to the game’s unique atmosphere and humor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cigarettes in RV There Yet
I get asked a lot of questions about cigarettes in this game, so let me answer the most common ones:
Do cigarettes heal health damage?
No, cigarettes only provide stamina and speed boosts. They don’t heal health damage. For healing, you’ll want to use burgers or EpiPens.
Can you disable smoking in RV There Yet?
There’s no official way to disable smoking in the game, but you can simply avoid using the cigarette keys (1, 2, 3) if you prefer not to use this mechanic.
How long does the cigarette buff last?
The stamina and speed boost from a cigarette typically lasts about 30-60 seconds, depending on how much you’re exerting your character.
Can you smoke while driving the RV?
No, you can’t use cigarettes while driving. You need to be on foot to light up and take advantage of the benefits.
Do cigarettes work against all enemies?
Cigarettes are most effective against bears since they involve a lot of running. They’re less useful against snakes (which you should distract with thrown items) and eagles (where you should seek shelter in the RV).
Can you find cigarettes at every checkpoint?
Not every checkpoint will have cigarettes, but gas stations and rest stops (which are common checkpoint types) usually have them available.
Final Thoughts: Mastering the Art of Survival Smoking
After all this time playing RV There Yet, I can confidently say that mastering cigarette usage is one of the most important skills you can develop. They’re not just a gimmick – they’re a legitimate strategic tool that can mean the difference between successfully completing your journey and becoming bear food.
Remember these key points:
- Use them strategically, not wastefully
- Know where to find them (gas stations are your best bet)
- Combine them with other items for maximum effect
- Communicate with your team when playing co-op
- Most importantly, have fun with it!
RV There Yet is all about teamwork, strategy, and embracing the chaos of a road trip gone wrong. Cigarettes are just one part of that experience, but they’re a part that’s saved my virtual life more times than I can count.
So the next time you find yourself staring down an angry bear with an empty stamina bar, remember what I told you: reach for that cigarette, press ‘1’ to light up, ‘2’ to puff, and watch as your character gets that miraculous second wind they need to survive. Happy travels, and stay safe out there in Mabutts Valley!
Want more tips for surviving RV There Yet? Check out our other guides on dealing with wildlife and mastering co-op strategies. And don’t forget to bookmark this page for future reference – you never know when you’ll need a quick reminder about cigarette strategies!