The Alters Minerals Guide: How to Find and Safely Mine Rare Resources in Act 1
Looking for Minerals in The Alters and not sure where to start? You’re not alone! If you’re stuck dodging weird translucent blobs and can’t figure out how to safely grab this rare resource, we’ve got you covered. In this guide, you’ll find out exactly where to look for the first Mineral deposit in Act 1, what tools you need, and how to avoid those pesky Anomalies while you’re at it.
- How to recognize and find Mineral deposits in The Alters
- Which equipment is required to start mining
- Tips for safely navigating Anomalies
- Step-by-step for setting up your Mining Outpost
Where to Find Minerals in The Alters
First things first: Minerals are essential for progressing in The Alters, especially in Act 1. Unlike Organics or Metals, they’re a bit tricky to spot. So, how do you recognize a Mineral deposit? Look for purple rocks with a golden lining — these are your targets!
First Mineral Deposit Location in Act 1
You won’t need Minerals during the prologue, but as soon as Act 1 starts, you’ll need to hunt them down to move forward. The first major deposit is located in a higher area of the map. Here’s a quick look at where you should be heading:
What You’ll Need to Get There
Getting to the Minerals isn’t just a walk in the park. You’ll need:
- Climbing Hook (to reach the elevated deposit)
- 2 Energy (make sure you’re charged up!)
- At least 2 Drills (for breaking through rock formations)
- Mining Outpost and several Polygons (for connecting the deposit to your base)
And a heads-up: the area is crawling with Anomalies. These are the glowing, translucent blobs you’ll see floating around. Don’t touch them — they’ll zap you with radiation damage. The best strategy is to approach slowly, since the gaps between Anomalies can be tight. They’re tough to spot from afar, but up close you’ll see their outline and pulsating movement.
Mining Minerals Without Trouble
Once you climb up to the higher level of the deposit, you’re in the clear — Anomalies won’t bother you anymore. Now, just build your Mining Outpost using Polygonal Scanners. After that, you’ll have easy access to Minerals whenever you need more. Simple as that!
Stay safe, mine smart, and don’t let those Anomalies ruin your day!
