V Risingis a game that appeals to players who want to live out their power fantasy of being a vampire. Additionally,V Risingallows players to build grand castles, cementing the game’s legacy as the ultimate vampire-centric survival game. While the game provides tutorials for different mechanics, some are not given the attention they deserve.

One of the biggest issues players will face inV Risingis the inability to build a roof to protect their character from burning to ash when exposed to the sun. For those unsure of what the process entails, this guide will coverhow to build a roof inV Rising.

Inside a vampire’s castle in V Rising.

Updated on June 03, 2025, by M. Salman Shahid:V Rising was previously in early access before its full release on May 19, 2025. Since the game has seen several changes, this guide has been updated to reflect said changes and provide gamers with additional tips for them to make use of while attempting to build a roof. For those looking to build a roof ona castle with more than one floor, the steps that must be followed in order to do so have also been outlined.

How To Build A Roof In V Rising

To build a roof inV Rising, players need to follow these simple steps:

The player may be unable to build a roof if the walls are not made using the right materials or are not connected. Players must also use materials like planks or stone bricks to make a room with a roof.

Mist Brazier Preview from V Rising

It is worth noting that the size of the roof will depend on the size of the room. For instance, if the room is 2x2, the roof will use the same space. However, expanding the room will extend the roof without incurring an additional cost.

How To Build A Roof For A Castle With Multiple Floors?

If you want to build a roof for the second floor, the process is the same, but there are a couple of important things to keep in mind:

Tips For Building A Roof In V Rising

How To Fix The Disappearing Roof Bug In V Rising

There has been a bug that causes the roof to disappear inV Rising. This bug can be problematic for players, as it will put character’s health at risk if they come into contant direct sunlight. While the problem has been addressed in a recent update, players may still face similar issues. Thankfully, the problem can be counteracted byreplacing the walls with new ones.

Unfortunately, this is not a permanent solution, as players will be required to use this workaround daily. Later in the game, when players have expanded their castles, they will have a lot of walls to replace, thus making it a taxing exercise.

Removing floors in V Rising

A Castle in V Rising

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