Quick Links
Quickly intoStarfield, players will be introduced to the Cutter and how to mine resources. There aremany resources able to be found in the galaxy, each being used for various upgrades, crafting, or building outposts on distant planets.
Related:Starfield: Tips & Tricks For Beginners
The galaxy is full ofcountless planets to explore, and while they may not all have outposts of bandits orcrazy-looking alien species, all of them will have resources to mine. Mining is a core aspect of many of the mechanics in Starfield, making it a very necessary activity to engage with.
Updated On September 21st, 2023, By Joshua Leeds:Mining gas resources is a slightly different process than mining solid resources. This article has been updated to include information on mining gas resources along with what can be done with all resources.
Identifying Resources
When looking at a planet from thesystem map, you can select the “Show Resources” option to change the display of the planet. This new display willshow just how much of each resource is on a planetand where you’ll need to go to find the resource. Use this version of the map todetermine your landing point and land near the resource you wantto mine.
Upon reaching the planet,open up your scanner to be able to identify resources and equip your Cutter.A Cutter is a necessary mining tool and is required to mine any resource. Should you not have a Cutter, they can bebought at most weapon stores and found in mining caves.With your Cutter equipped, look around the ground forsmall rock formations that are glowing blue. Approach the rock, scan it to identify the resource, and decide if you want to mine it. you’re able to alsoinvest in the Surveying skill in theScience skill treeto increase the distance of your scanner and find more resources.
Specific resources will beneeded whenupgrading weapons and spacesuitsorbuilding things in your outpost.When in the build or upgrade menu, you can"Track" any needed resources.When tracking a resource, it will have theblue magnifying glass icon next to it whenever you see it in another menu,such as when looting or scanning.
Related:Starfield: How To Get An Apartment In New Atlantis
How To Mine Mineral Resources
After deciding if you want to mine a resource or not, begin shooting it with yourCutter. After a few seconds, therock formation will break and disappear, with the resource mined being added directly to your ship’s cargo.YourCutter will automatically regenerate its energy, letting you mine as much as you’d like, with a few short breaks here and there. Bringing a companion with you will let you trade the heavy resources with them and have them help you carry more resources on longer mining trips. It’s also helpful toincrease your own carry capacityand theship cargo capacity,as resources are heavy and will add up in weight quickly.
What To Do With Resources
Different resources can then be used whenmodding weapons and spacesuitsat workbenches,researching new upgradesat the research station, or can simply besold for credits.Should you be using a workbench that requires resources, look along the top right side of the screen where you cantrack what resources you need,having your HUD identify them when you’re out mining.
Resources are also used tocraftdecorations in apartmentsor structures in an outpost.Between the many uses for resources, it’s best tomine often and store your resourcesas you’ll eventually need more.
How To Mine Gas Resources
Gas resources, such as Helium, Argon, and Neon, are not mined with yourlaser;it won’t always be clear which resources are a gas or solid mineral. If you’re trying to mine a resource and the laser is not working, that is a gas resource. To gather a gas resource, simplyclose your scanner, approach the rock, and press the interact buttonthat will be prompted on your screen once you get close enough. Unlike mining with the Cutter, You will need toclose your scanner to gather a gas resource.
Next:Starfield: Best Ships, Ranked
How To Find Missing Flora & Fauna
Starfield: Complete Guide And Walkthrough
Best Ways To Level Up Fast
