Minerals are a key resource in The Alters, but they’re arguably the hardest to find, and not in the least because of the translucent blobs blocking your way.
To help you start mining this material, preferably without radiation damage, this guide will show you how to get Minerals in The Alters and where to find the first Mineral deposit location.
Where to find Minerals in The Alters
Although you don’t need to look for Minerals in the prologue, you must find Minerals to complete Act 1 in The Alters.
Like Organics and Metals, Minerals are found by exploring the map. You can recognize a Mineral deposit by their purple rocks and gold lining.
Here’s where to find the location of the Mineral deposit in Act 1:
Beware that the deepest part of the Mineral deposit is on a higher level, which will require a Climbing Hook and two energy to reach. You will also need at least two Drills to remove rock formations between the deposit and your base. And last but not least, don’t forget to bring a Mining Outpost and several Polygons to establish a connection with the base.
As if that’s not enough, the area around the Minerals deposit is full of translucent blobs called Anomalies. It’s important not to touch them, as this causes radiation damage.
Don’t worry, you can get past them, but since the gaps are narrow, it’s best to approach slowly. The Anomalies are difficult to spot from a distance, but up close, it’s far easier to see their general outline and pulsating movements.
Once you reach the deposit’s higher level, the Anomalies won’t be able to bother you anymore. Build a Mining Outpost as you normally would using the Polygonal Scanners, and you’re all set to return here whenever you need more Minerals.