STARDEW VALLEY / MINING
Mining
Mine floors, ores, weapons, combat and Skull Cavern.
12 entriesReviewed 2026-10-27
WIKI / MINING
Mining reference library
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MiningPickaxe Upgrades
Higher-tier pickaxes break many rocks more efficiently and open resource routes.
MiningCopper Ore
Early metal resource obtainable through mining and used in bars and upgrades.
MiningIron Ore
Metal resource found deeper in progression and used for many upgrades.
MiningGold Ore
More advanced metal that becomes valuable for sprinklers and upgraded tools.
MiningIridium Ore
High-value metal associated with late-game mining and upgrades.
MiningPrismatic Shard
Rare multi-purpose resource with powerful progression uses.
MiningGalaxy Sword
Powerful weapon obtainable through a special desert progression interaction.
MiningVolcano Forge
Ginger Island upgrade location for enchanting and improving gear.
MiningThe Adventurer's Guild
Mountain shop and reward system connected to monster hunting.
MiningSlimes
Common enemy family with variants across caves and locations.
MiningSerpents
Fast threats common in dangerous Skull Cavern runs.
MiningDust Sprites
Mine enemies known for dropping coal and appearing on relevant floors.
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