Resource Scanner
Tool • Tier 2
Overview
The Resource Scanner is an invaluable exploration tool that reveals hidden resources, structures, and threats within a large radius around you. Using advanced detection technology powered by crystal energy, this device eliminates the guesswork from resource hunting and exploration. Instead of wandering aimlessly hoping to stumble upon copper deposits or alien ruins, the scanner provides precise locations and resource types. For players focused on efficiency, the Resource Scanner transforms exploration from random wandering into targeted expeditions. The initial investment in crystal shards pays for itself by saving countless hours of fruitless searching.
search How to Obtain
Primary Method: Craft at Tech Bench using Electronics and Crystal Shards.
Detailed Methods:
- Crafting: Tech Bench using 2 Circuit Boards + 2 Crystal Shards + 1 Battery
- Requires "Scanning Technology" technology (300 DP)
- Tech Bench must be powered to craft
- Crafting time: 15 seconds
- Battery-powered - requires charging
- Durability: Unlimited uses, only battery drains
- Rarely found in abandoned research facilities
Usage
Primary Uses:
- Locate ore deposits
- Find alien structures
- Detect creatures
Detailed Applications:
- Resource Detection: Locate ore deposits within 200m radius
- Deposit Types: Identifies iron, copper, titanium, crystal, and coal
- Alien Structures: Reveals ruins, artifacts, and ancient facilities
- Creature Detection: Shows hostile creatures within 100m
- Points of Interest: Finds supply crates and abandoned equipment
- Battery Life: 50 scans per full charge
- Scan Time: 3 seconds per scan with visual overlay
Tips & Strategies
- Essential tool for locating rare titanium and crystal deposits
- Scan from high ground for maximum coverage area
- Use before establishing mining outposts to find richest veins
- Creature detection prevents ambushes during exploration
- Battery efficient - one charge lasts entire exploration session
- Reveals hidden caves containing valuable resources
- Mark scanner discoveries on map for future reference
- Invaluable for speedrunning resource collection
- Scan alien structures before entering to assess threats