Mining
Unearth valuable resources from the depths of planets and asteroids
Mining is one of the three core professions in Entropia Universe, alongside hunting and crafting. It involves searching for and extracting natural resources like ores, enmatter, and treasures from the ground of planets – and in some cases, asteroids and moons.
Mining is an essential backbone of the in-game economy. Many materials used in crafting and construction originate from successful mining operations, making it a highly profitable and respected path for players who enjoy exploration and risk-reward mechanics.
Mining Types
There are three primary mining categories:
- Ore Mining – Targets metallic resources (e.g. Lysterium, Belkar).
- EnMatter Mining – Targets energy-based materials (e.g. Melchi Water, Force Nexus).
- Treasure Hunting – Available on specific planets like Arkadia, where buried valuables like Fossil Tooth or Ancient Artifacts can be discovered.
Players can search for one, two, or all three types simultaneously using specialized equipment and probes.
Tools of the Trade
- Finder: Scans the ground for deposits (types: Ore, EnMatter, Treasure).
- Probes: Consumed per use; split into Universal Probes or separate EnMatter/Ore probes.
- Excavator: Extracts resources from claims.
- Depth Enhancers: Used to reach deeper claim zones for rare finds.
- Amplifiers (Amps): Increase resource yield and claim size, but at a higher cost.
How It Works
- Equip your Finder and makes sure to have probes.
- Drop a probe in an area (called “dropping a bomb” or “drop”).
- The Finder scans and reports hits (claims) or misses.
- Found claims appear as a beacon on the radar.
- Equip an Excavator and extract the resources until the claim depletes.
Claims come in various sizes: Tiny (VII) to Massive (XXVII) and beyond. Rarer, larger finds may trigger Globals or HOFs (Hall of Fame) notifications.
Skill Progression
Mining improves several professions and attributes:
- Surveying
- Prospecting (Ore)
- Drilling (EnMatter)
- Treasure Hunting
- Geology
- Mining Depth Enhancer Use
Higher skills unlock deeper scanning ranges, more precise drops, and better claim results. See your skills in the top bar in the UI.
Mining Locations
- Planets: All planets have unique resource tables.
- Moons/Asteroids: Howling Mine, F.O.M.A. and Crystal Palace offer high-risk, high-reward mining zones.
- Space: Certain asteroids in space are also minable.
Mining Tips
- Learn where common and rare resources drop using community maps.
- Drop every 100–110 meters to avoid overlap.
- Use amps cautiously – they increase costs and volatility.
- Watch decay on tools and factor in probe cost.
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Disclaimer: This Knowledge Base is developed through a collaboration between AI-generated source material and human-authored content. While all entries are fact-checked, readers are encouraged to contact EntropiaPlayer with any corrections, suggestions, or additional information.
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