Welcome to Prospecting!
Prospecting is a Roblox mining simulator where you dig for minerals, discover rare gems, and become a legendary prospector. This guide will help you get started quickly.
Basic Controls
- Click and hold to dig with your shovel
- Walk over minerals to collect them in your pan
- Press E near NPCs to interact
- Press B to open your backpack
Your First Steps
- Talk to the Shopkeeper to get your first pan
- Find a digging spot with visible minerals
- Dig until your pan is full
- Sell your minerals at the Shopkeeper
- Upgrade your equipment as you earn more
Pro TipFocus on completing early quests - they give great rewards for beginners!
Understanding Rarity
Minerals come in 7 rarity tiers. Higher rarity means higher value:
| Rarity | Color | Value Range |
|---|---|---|
| Common | Gray | $10-100 |
| Uncommon | Green | $100-500 |
| Rare | Blue | $500-2,000 |
| Epic | Purple | $2,000-10,000 |
| Legendary | Orange | $10,000-50,000 |
| Mythic | Pink | $50,000-200,000 |
| Exotic | Cyan | $200,000+ |
Early Game Tips
- Don't waste money on expensive equipment early
- Complete quests for free rewards
- Check the codes page for free items
- Save rare minerals for museum donations
- Join events like The Void for exclusive minerals