Metal Mine - Basic Resource Production
The metal mine is the most important economic building at the beginning of the game. Metal is the primary resource needed to expand infrastructure, shipyards, defenses and fleets. If you want to develop your planet quickly, the metal mine should be one of the first buildings you upgrade continuously.
How does the metal mine work?
The mine produces metal every hour. Production increases with the building level, and each new level boosts production more than the previous one. This means that investing in the metal mine is very profitable, especially at the start and in the mid-game phase.
Why is it worth upgrading the metal mine?
- metal is needed for almost every upgrade,
- it allows faster development of other buildings and technologies,
- it makes it easier to build fleets and defenses,
- it provides a stable economic foundation for the planet.
Metal mine production table
The table below shows the base hourly production at 100% efficiency, without bonuses and without events, for x1 economy.
| Level | Metal / h | Energy consumption |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33 | 11 |
| 2 | 72 | 24 |
| 3 | 119 | 39 |
| 4 | 175 | 58 |
| 5 | 241 | 80 |
| 6 | 318 | 106 |
| 7 | 409 | 136 |
| 8 | 514 | 171 |
| 9 | 636 | 212 |
| 10 | 778 | 259 |
FAQ - metal mine
Is the metal mine worth it at the beginning of the game?
Yes. It is one of the most profitable buildings early on, because metal is needed almost everywhere.
Does the metal mine require energy?
Yes. The higher the mine level, the greater the energy consumption. Without a proper power supply, production will drop.
What should be upgraded together with the metal mine?
It is best to develop the solar plant, crystal mine and resource storage at the same time to maintain smooth planet development.