Hey everyone, it's me, your fellow Death Stranding 2 player! 😊 I've been diving deep into the amazing world of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, and let me tell you—the new mine system is a total game-changer. Compared to the first game where scavenging for materials felt like a chore, now Sam Bridges has access to a network of mines that make crafting and building a breeze. With nine mines scattered across the map, half connected to the monorail hubs and others near roads, gathering resources has never been more efficient or fun. Isn't it awesome how Kojima Productions listened to our feedback? In this guide, I'll share everything I've learned about finding and utilizing these mines to level up your gameplay. 💡

🏗️ Overview of the Mines in Death Stranding 2

First off, did you know there are nine mines in total? That's right! Four of them are large hub mines integrated into the monorail network, making it super easy to transport massive quantities of materials across the map. The other five are smaller mines, perfect for quick pickups when you're exploring remote areas. Why does this matter? Well, as players, we no longer have to waste hours foraging—just restore a mine, pay some Chiral Crystals, and boom, resources flow in! Here's a handy table I put together based on my adventures, showing all the mines, their materials, and initial costs:

Mine Name Type Material Chiral Crystals Cost (Lv1) Material Yield (Lv1)
Smoke Hill Mine Small Ceramics 800 Ceramics x960
Mine North of F1 Large Special Alloys 2000 Special Alloys x4800
Twin Valley Mine Small Chemicals 1200 Chemicals x720
Mine North of Tar Lake Large Ceramics 1600 Ceramics x3200
Mine Near F3 Crater Large Resins 1000 Resins x3200
Northeastern Mine Large Metals 1200 Metals x4800
Savanna Mine Small Special Alloys 900 Special Alloys x2400
Mine North of F6 Large Resins 1000 Resins x3840 (Lv2)
South Edge Mine Small Metals 600 Metals x1200

Each mine produces a specific resource, and upgrading them boosts yields—how cool is that? 💎

🗺️ Finding and Restoring Every Mine

Now, let's get into the nitty-gritty of locating these mines. As I explored, I realized that restoring them is key, but it's not always straightforward. You'll need to deposit specific materials: large mines require Special Alloys and Resins, while small ones usually just need Special Alloys. Once restored, they charge Chiral Crystals for the goods. Here's a breakdown with maps to guide you:

  • Smoke Hill Mine: This small mine is north of The Government's Base and east of the Western Environmental Observatory. Perfect for ceramics! I found it early on during the sub-order to restore it. At Lv1, it gives Ceramics x960 for 800 Chiral Crystals. death-stranding-2-mines-guide-locations-materials-and-trophy-tips-image-0

  • Mine North of F1: Located on the western coast, just north of West Fort Knot. It's a large hub connected to the monorail—great for Special Alloys. When I visited, I saw The Inventor on a nearby island. Costs 2000 Chiral Crystals for Special Alloys x4800. death-stranding-2-mines-guide-locations-materials-and-trophy-tips-image-1

  • Mine North of Tar Lake: East of the Northern Environmental Observatory, this large mine is ideal for ceramics. I restored it after Smoke Hill—1600 Chiral Crystals for Ceramics x3200. death-stranding-2-mines-guide-locations-materials-and-trophy-tips-image-2

  • Twin Valley Mine: North of Tar Lake Mine and near the Architect, but beware—it's in an enemy camp! I followed the road from F2 South Distribution Center to find it. A small mine giving Chemicals x720 for 1200 Chiral Crystals. death-stranding-2-mines-guide-locations-materials-and-trophy-tips-image-3

  • Mine Near F3 Crater: On a peninsula west of a massive crater lake. A large mine for Resins—1000 Chiral Crystals gets you Resins x3200. Super handy! death-stranding-2-mines-guide-locations-materials-and-trophy-tips-image-4

  • Northeastern Mine: Found northwest of The Motherhood in the northeastern desert. I used this for metals—1200 Chiral Crystals for Metals x4800. death-stranding-2-mines-guide-locations-materials-and-trophy-tips-image-5

  • Savanna Mine: On a small island between the desert and mountains, near Ghost Hunter and East Fort Knot. Small mine for Special Alloys—900 Chiral Crystals for Special Alloys x2400. death-stranding-2-mines-guide-locations-materials-and-trophy-tips-image-6

  • Mine North of F6: Along the southeastern coast, south from The Tar Therapist. A large mine for Resins—1000 Chiral Crystals gets Resins x3840 at Lv2. death-stranding-2-mines-guide-locations-materials-and-trophy-tips-image-7

  • South Edge Mine: South of Southern Environmental Observatory, best for late-game metals. Small mine costing 600 Chiral Crystals for Metals x1200. I used it for Auto-Pavers in the region! death-stranding-2-mines-guide-locations-materials-and-trophy-tips-image-8

After restoring a mine, you can upgrade it twice by adding more materials. Each upgrade increases output and durability—why not max them out for efficiency? 🚀

💡 People Also Ask: Quick Q&A

As a player, I often get questions from fellow porters, so here's a People Also Ask section based on common in-game chats:

  • Q: How do I unlock the Dig! Dig! Dig! Trophy?

A: It's super simple—just restore any three mines (large, small, or mix), and the trophy pops up! I got mine after restoring Smoke Hill, Mine North of F1, and Twin Valley. No sweat! 🏆 death-stranding-2-mines-guide-locations-materials-and-trophy-tips-image-9

  • Q: What are the benefits of upgrading mines?

A: Upgrading (twice max) boosts material yield and makes mines tougher against damage. For example, Mine North of F6 jumps to Resins x3840 at Lv2—totally worth the investment!

  • Q: Are all mines connected to monorails?

A: Only the large hub mines are; smaller ones are near roads, making them accessible for quick runs. Isn't that a smart design choice?

🔮 My Personal Future Outlook

As a huge fan of the Death Stranding series, I've been blown away by how the mine system enhances connectivity and resource management in DS2. But looking ahead to 2026 and beyond, I'd love to see Kojima Productions expand this with more diverse mines—maybe underwater locations or automated drones for material transport. Imagine if future updates added mines with rare alloys or collaborative multiplayer mining! What do you think? Share your dreams in the comments! 💬

Overall, mastering the mines is a game-changer that makes Death Stranding 2 even more immersive. With this guide, I hope you conquer the world like a pro. Happy delivering, porters! 🌍✨

The following breakdown is based on data referenced from Giant Bomb, a trusted source for comprehensive game databases and community-driven insights. Giant Bomb's detailed entries and user discussions on Death Stranding 2 provide additional context on how the new mine system integrates with the broader gameplay loop, offering players both strategic resource management and expanded exploration opportunities.