Last Z Beginner Guide — Best Start and Early Mistakes to Avoid
Best early plan for most players: finish the tutorial, follow main quests, join an active alliance fast, push HQ correctly, and save diamonds for long-term value instead of random early spending.
Quick Answer
Best Last Z beginner plan: complete the tutorial, follow main quests, join an active alliance early, push HQ as your main bottleneck, and save diamonds for better long-term events and unlocks.
- Complete tutorial · free resources and unlocks
- Focus on main quests · unlock features fast
- Join active alliance · bonuses and protection
- Upgrade Headquarters (HQ) · it limits everything
- Save diamonds · for important events
Core rule: early progress is mostly about avoiding waste, not trying to do everything at once.
Step-by-Step Beginner Guide
Step 1: Complete the Tutorial
The tutorial teaches you basic controls, combat mechanics, and base building. Don't skip it — completing the tutorial gives you free resources, heroes, and unlocks essential features. Takes 10-15 minutes.
Step 2: Focus on Main Quests
The main quest line (shown on the left side of your screen) is your roadmap. Following it unlocks new buildings, heroes, and game modes. Side activities like exploration can wait until you've established your base.
Step 3: Join an Active Alliance
Alliances provide huge benefits: resource help, alliance gifts, group events, and protection. Look for an alliance with active members (check recent activity). Don't stay in a dead alliance — switch if needed.
Step 4: Upgrade Your Base
Your Headquarters (HQ) limits everything else. Prioritize it, then focus on gathering resources (skip resource buildings — see Resources Guide). A strong economy early means faster growth later. Use speed-ups wisely on long upgrades. See our HQ Upgrade Guide for details.
Step 5: Save Diamonds
Diamonds are valuable. Don't waste them on speeding up timers or random chests. Save for: guaranteed hero summons, important events like Lucky Discounter, and VIP upgrades. For the full logic behind shield reserve versus event spending, use the Diamond Reserve Guide. Patience pays off.
For your first free rewards, use the Redeem Codes page and the Gift Center & UID Guide to find the official redeem page, copy your UID correctly, and avoid setup mistakes.
Pro Tips for New Players
- Log in daily — even 5 minutes to collect rewards compounds over time
- Complete daily and weekly missions for consistent resource income
- Don't upgrade all heroes — focus on 5-6 main heroes first (see Hero Tier List)
- Keep your hospital capacity high to minimize troop losses
- Scout before attacking anything in the world map
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Last Z: Survival Shooter free to play?
Yes, Last Z is free to download and play. It has optional in-app purchases, but you can progress without spending money. Many top players are free-to-play.
Last Z beginner guide: what should I focus on?
Focus on completing the tutorial, following main quests, joining an alliance, and upgrading your base. Avoid spending Diamonds early — you'll need it later.
Should I join an alliance early?
Yes. Alliances provide help for timers, gifts, and event rewards. Join an active alliance as soon as possible.
How do I get free diamonds in Last Z?
Complete daily tasks, achievements, events, and main quests. Join an active alliance for gift rewards. Watch ads when available. Events give diamonds as milestone rewards. You should also check the Redeem Codes page and the Gift Center & UID Guide for official code redemption and UID setup.
Verification & Review
- How this guide was verified: Based on in-game data, tested results, and cross-checks against community validation.
- Last reviewed for the current patch and season context: March 2026.
- Source pattern: In-game data + tested results + community validation.
Game mechanics and numbers may change with updates. This guide was last validated in March 2026.