Scrap Mechanic is a game all about creativity and survival. In a world where machines have come to life, it is up to you to use your creativity to survive. The game offers a unique sandbox experience, allowing players to build whatever they can imagine. While the game does not have an official survival mode, there are plenty of ways to make your own survival experiences.
One way to play Scrap Mechanic in a survival-style is by using the Survival Kit mod. This mod adds a number of features that make the game more challenging, such as increased enemy spawns and hunger/thirst mechanics. There are also many other mods that add similar features, or that change the game in other ways that can make it more difficult (or just different).
Another way to approach Scrap Mechanic in a survival-minded way is simply by playing on one of the harder difficulty settings. This will cause enemies to be tougher and will make resources scarcer. You'll need to be extra careful and strategic in order to survive in these conditions.
Whatever way you choose to play Scrap Mechanic, there is certainly potential for some intense survival gameplay. So get creative and see what kind of challenges you can come up with!