If you are playing the colony simulator game Sapiens , your first goal is to ensure your tribe survives its first winter.

The three "Universal Orders" that brought people together: Money , Empires , and Religion .

While it led to population growth and the rise of elites, Harari argues it made the average individual's life harder and more prone to disease and labor compared to hunter-gatherers. The Unification of Humankind:

"The Discovery of Ignorance." Science began when humans admitted they didn't know everything, leading to rapid technological growth.

Prioritize (stone knives, axes) and Firemaking so your tribe can cook meat and stay warm.

Build enough Hay Beds for every tribe member immediately. Sleeping on the ground makes them unhappy and unproductive.