Master deep-space mining, design efficient ships, optimize your research tree, and defend your station from alien threats. Everything you need to survive and thrive in the void.
Start Here: Beginner Guide → Mining MechanicsStart here if you're new to Starminer
Everything new miners need to know — controls, starting loop, early priorities, and how to stabilize your station before expanding.
New PlayerComplete breakdown of mining mechanics: scanners, lasers, haulers, refineries, Drill Nodes, and every resource type with values and uses.
Core MechanicMaster mass management, thruster placement, power grids, and modular design. Includes proven ship blueprints for every role.
Deep DiveOptimal research order, how to unlock every module, research point strategies, and which upgrades to prioritize for fastest progression.
ProgressionWeapon loadouts, heat signature management, enemy faction tactics, shield configurations, and base defense strategies.
Advanced15 essential tips the game doesn't tell you — power management, shortcuts, hidden mechanics, and common mistakes to avoid.
Must-ReadFastest ways to earn credits, best resources to sell, debt payoff strategy, and economy tips for early, mid, and late game.
PopularHow to survive aggressive aliens, resource scarcity, and permadeath pressure. Complete strategy for Starminer's hardest mode.
HardcoreComplete reference of every module — power, mining, refining, thermal, weapons, and infrastructure with full stats and costs.
Reference30 most common Starminer questions answered — controls, mining, ship building, research, combat, bugs, and veteran tips.
Quick HelpIn-depth strategies, ship blueprints, and reference materials
Hidden mechanics, pro strategies, and things the tutorial never mentions — organized by category for quick reference.
PopularStep-by-step walkthrough from first launch to end-game automation empire. What to do at every stage.
WalkthroughComplete reference of every default keybind for flight, mining, building, combat, and UI navigation.
ReferenceAll alien threats — Scouts, Drones, Corvettes, Frigates, Carriers, Swarms — with stats and counter-tactics.
CombatEvery weapon detailed — Plasma, Railgun, Missiles, Beam Laser, Flak, PD Turret — with stats and best loadouts.
CombatMaster the thermal system — radiator placement, cooling strategies, and how to stay invisible to alien patrols.
Core MechanicReactors, capacitors, batteries, and grid management — how to avoid brownouts that get you killed.
Core MechanicProven early-game ship designs — Tadpole miner, Mule hauler, Wasp fighter — with full module lists.
Ship DesignDedicated mining designs for every budget — from the 15k Pickaxe to the 140k Excavator capital rig.
Ship DesignFighters, brawlers, missile boats, and capital destroyers — proven combat designs with loadout tactics.
Ship DesignComplete catalog of all 13 ship designs — sortable by role, budget, and game phase.
ReferenceBase design principles, layout strategies, and multi-station network planning for industrial empires.
Base BuildingTurret placement, shield coverage, defense platforms, and raid response protocols to keep your station alive.
DefenseComplete automation guide — deployment, hauler routing, efficiency upgrades, and ROI calculations.
AutomationAutomated transport mastery — route setup, fleet coordination, optimization, and troubleshooting.
AutomationWhere to find every resource — scanner guide, ore tier values, and best mining spots by system.
ResourcesSupply/demand mechanics, price timing, what to sell vs hold, and trade ship design for maximum profit.
EconomyInstant interstellar travel — gate network design, multi-system logistics, and expansion strategy.
Late GameCommon errors from early to late game — and exactly how to fix each one before it costs you hours.
Must-ReadTrack every Starminer update since EA launch — new features, balance changes, and development roadmap.
NewsRecruit crew, assign roles, manage morale, build habitats, and scale your colony from first settler to industrial workforce.
NewMaster the scanner — interpret signals, find rare ores fast, upgrade scanner tiers, and avoid common scanning mistakes.
NewDocking bay mechanics, size limits, mothership upgrades, and how to use your mothership as a mobile carrier for mining and combat.
NewA deep-space industrial mining simulator
Starminer is an open-world space simulation sandbox developed by CoolAndGoodGames. Launched into Steam Early Access on May 27, 2026, it puts you in command of a mining operation in deep space.
The game features:
Start in Campaign mode. It introduces systems gradually through missions. Sandbox gives more freedom but zero guidance — save it for when you know the mechanics.
Content added as the game evolves through Early Access
New enemy type (Hive Guardian), station labs, Steam Workshop blueprint sharing — now in beta testing.
June 7, 2026Complete design library — starter ships, mining rigs, combat fighters, and capital destroyers with full module lists.
NewEvery ore type mapped — where to find rare earth metals, best mining spots by system, and scanner tips.
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