Until you unlock the in-game Map System (Moon Energy Level 3), navigation is visual. Use this guide to find landmarks.
Major Landing Zones
The Crater (Spawn)
- Resources: Titanium, Wolfram, Calcium (Abundant).
- Safety: High. Minimal enemy presence.
- Features: Flat terrain ideal for first base.
Purple Haze (Northwest)
- Visual: Distinct purple fog and flora.
- POI: Selenian Mining Base (Outpost).
- Loot: Rotor Blueprint, Tube Blueprint.
- Danger: Medium.
Spored Rock (Far East)
- Visual: Giant mushroom-like rock formations.
- POI: Clever Robotics Outpost.
- Loot: Chemicals Blueprint.
- Resources: Chemical deposits, specialized flora.
- Danger: High. Spore clouds may require protection.
Redleaf (Northeast)
- Visual: Red foliage forests.
- POI: CR & FHS Research Base.
- Requirement: Locked doors (needs Keycards).
- Loot: Valve Blueprint, Electromagnetic Coil Blueprint.
- Danger: Very High. Combat preparedness recommended.
Resource Hotspots
- Helium-3: Look for purple gas vents in the Northern wastes.
- Sulfur: Found near volcanic activity (often South).
- Water: Underground aquifers or surface lakes in "Oasis" biomes (rare).
Navigation Tips
- Beacon breadcrumbs: Place lights or small structures to mark your path back to base.
- High Ground: Jetpack to high pillars to spot distant biome colors (Purple, Red, etc.).
- Compass: Use the HUD compass. "North" is relative to the orbital star position.