How do I make a cell phone in Terraria?

To craft a Cell Phone in Terraria, you need to combine several accessories and items into one powerful tool that provides a wide range of useful information. The Cell Phone is one of the most versatile and sought-after items in the game because it combines multiple functions, such as displaying the time, weather, depth, and nearby rare creatures, as well as acting as a magic mirror for teleporting home. Crafting the Cell Phone is a multi-step process that requires gathering and combining various components. HereÔÇÖs a detailed guide on how to achieve this.

First, you need to understand the components required to craft the Cell Phone. The Cell Phone is crafted by combining the GPS, the Goblin Tech, and the Magic Mirror or Ice Mirror. However, each of these items is itself crafted from other components. The GPS is made by combining the Compass, the Depth Meter, and the Gold Watch or Platinum Watch. The Goblin Tech is crafted by combining the PDA, the Fish Finder, and the DPS Meter. The PDA is made by combining the R.E.K. 3000, the Tally Counter, and the Lifeform Analyzer. The Fish Finder is crafted by combining the Weather Radio, the Sextant, and the FishermanÔÇÖs Pocket Guide. As you can see, this process involves a lot of crafting and gathering.

To start, you need to gather the materials for the Compass, Depth Meter, and Gold or Platinum Watch. The Compass is dropped by Cave Bats, Jungle Bats, and Ice Bats, so youÔÇÖll need to explore caves and underground areas to find these enemies. The Depth Meter is dropped by Cave Bats, Jungle Bats, and Giant Shelly, so youÔÇÖll need to farm these enemies as well. The Gold Watch or Platinum Watch is crafted using gold or platinum bars and chains at a table and chair. YouÔÇÖll need to mine gold or platinum ore and smelt it into bars, then craft chains using iron or lead bars at an anvil.

Next, youÔÇÖll need to craft the R.E.K. 3000, Tally Counter, and Lifeform Analyzer to make the PDA. The R.E.K. 3000 is crafted using the Radar, which is dropped by Cave Bats, Jungle Bats, and Giant Shelly, and the Tally Counter, which is dropped by Angry Bones, Cursed Skulls, and Dark Casters in the Dungeon. The Lifeform Analyzer is sold by the Traveling Merchant, so youÔÇÖll need to keep an eye out for him. Once you have these items, you can craft the PDA at a TinkererÔÇÖs Workshop.

For the Fish Finder, youÔÇÖll need the Weather Radio, Sextant, and FishermanÔÇÖs Pocket Guide. The Weather Radio is a reward from fishing quests, as is the Sextant and FishermanÔÇÖs Pocket Guide. YouÔÇÖll need to complete fishing quests for the Angler NPC, which can be time-consuming but is necessary to obtain these items. Once you have all three, you can craft the Fish Finder at a TinkererÔÇÖs Workshop.

The DPS Meter is sold by the Traveling Merchant, so youÔÇÖll need to wait for him to appear and have it in stock. Once you have the PDA, Fish Finder, and DPS Meter, you can craft the Goblin Tech at a TinkererÔÇÖs Workshop. Finally, youÔÇÖll need a Magic Mirror or Ice Mirror, which can be found in chests underground or in ice biomes. Once you have all these components, you can craft the Cell Phone at a TinkererÔÇÖs Workshop.

A common mistake is not preparing enough inventory space for all the components and materials youÔÇÖll need. Make sure you have plenty of chests to store items and keep track of what youÔÇÖve collected. Another mistake is not farming enemies efficiently. Use battle potions and water candles to increase spawn rates and make farming easier. Also, donÔÇÖt forget to check the Traveling Merchant regularly, as his stock changes daily.

Advanced techniques include setting up farms for the enemies that drop the required items. For example, you can create a bat farm in the underground jungle or ice biome to increase your chances of getting the Compass and Depth Meter. You can also set up a fishing spot near your base to make completing fishing quests easier. Use sonar potions to increase your chances of catching the fish you need for quests.

Resource requirements include a lot of gold or platinum ore for crafting the watch, as well as iron or lead for chains. YouÔÇÖll also need plenty of bait for fishing, so consider setting up a bug farm to collect worms and other bait. Class and equipment considerations are minimal, as the Cell Phone is a utility item that benefits all classes. However, having good mobility accessories like wings or boots can help you explore and farm more efficiently.

In summary, crafting the Cell Phone in Terraria is a complex but rewarding process. It requires gathering materials from enemies, fishing, and mining, as well as completing quests and waiting for the Traveling Merchant. By following this guide and using efficient farming techniques, you can craft the Cell Phone and enjoy its many benefits.