Wasteland Miner: Deep Core Excavation
Wasteland Miner is a 60 FPS real-time physics survival simulation where players pilot a modular tungsten drilling rig through procedural subterranean strata to harvest valuable post-apocalyptic minerals.
Geological Strata & Mineral Classifications
As you drill deeper into the earth, rock density increases and rarer mineral veins appear:
- Surface & Soil Layer (0m – 20m): Soft dirt containing Coal ($20 value).
- Sedimentary Rock (20m – 50m): Compact stone yielding Copper ($50 value) and Iron ($90 value).
- Granite Bedrock (50m – 80m): Hardened geological formations rich in Silver ($180 value) and Gold ($350 value).
- Radioactive Mantle (80m – 120m+): Volatile thermal zone housing Uranium ($750 value) and legendary Plasma Geodes ($1,800 value).
Drill Rig Physics & Critical Telemetry
- Gravity & Thrusters: Use
W/A/S/DorArrow Keysto pilot the drill. Upward thrust consumes reactor fuel. - Drill Heat Management: Continuous downward drilling increases thermal heat. Overheating disables drill power until cooled.
- Cargo Capacity: Your storage hold carries a limited quantity of mineral ore before requiring surface liquidation.
- Hull Integrity: High-velocity ground impacts damage your hull plating. Maintain structural HP to prevent catastrophic destruction.
Surface Base Facilities & Workshop Upgrades
Return to the surface outpost to utilize survival amenities:
- ⛽ Fuel Depot: Refuel reactor reserves to 100% capacity for $25.
- 💎 Ore Refinery: Liquidate collected cargo into instant cash credits.
- 🛠️ Tungsten Drill Bit Upgrades: Increases excavation velocity and penetration through dense rock.
- 🛠️ Fuel Tank Expansions: Broadens maximum reactor fuel capacity for deeper exploratory journeys.
- 🛠️ Expanded Cargo Holds: Multiplies raw ore storage capacity.
- 🛠️ Reinforced Hull Plating: Enhances maximum vehicle HP and absorbs hard impact shocks.
