Resources are the foundation of Xterium’s economy; the entire game revolves around them. Metal, crystal, and deuterium are used to construct buildings, ships, and defenses; energy powers mines and structures; special resources unlock premium features; and points reflect a player’s progress.
All of the game's resources are grouped here: basic resources—metal, crystal, and deuterium (mined from mines); energy and science; special resources—dark matter, antimatter, stardust, and mods; and points—achievements and experience.
It’s important to understand how this works: science isn’t wasted—the more you have, the faster research progresses in the lab. Energy works as a balancing factor: when there’s a shortage, mining on the planet drops. Stellar ore is found on expeditions and on white dwarfs. Open the resource card to find out where it comes from and what it’s used for.
Key Resources
· 3 resourcesMetal, crystal, and deuterium—mined from ore deposits—form the foundation of the economy.
Energy and Science
· 2 resourcesEnergy powers mines and buildings, and science accelerates research.
Special Resources
· 4 resourcesRare and premium resources for special abilities: dark matter, antimatter, stardust, mods.
Points
· 2 resourcesAchievement points and player experience reflect progress.
Parts and Cores
· 7 resourcesArsenal materials from the "Hostile" sector: parts, boss cores, and stabilizers to enhance weapon and ship upgrades.
Control Module
Arsenal component. Obtained in the "Hostile" sector. Used to improve weapon and ship upgrades.
Distributor
Arsenal component. Obtained in the "Hostile" sector. Used to improve weapon and ship upgrades.
Reactor
Arsenal component. Obtained in the "Hostile" sector. Used to improve weapon and ship upgrades.
Class I core
Can be found in the Hostile sector when flying to the Barbarian Boss, and can also be obtained from the Barbarian container.
Class II core
Can be found in the Hostile sector when flying to the Pirate Boss, and can also be obtained from the Pirate container.
Class III core
Can be found in the Hostile sector when flying to the Devastator Boss, and can also be obtained from the Devastator container.
Stabilizer
Can be obtained after an unsuccessful arsenal upgrade.
Summary table of all resources
| Name | Group | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Control Module | Parts and Cores | Arsenal component. Obtained in the "Hostile" sector. Used to improve weapon and ship upgrades. |
| Distributor | Parts and Cores | Arsenal component. Obtained in the "Hostile" sector. Used to improve weapon and ship upgrades. |
| Reactor | Parts and Cores | Arsenal component. Obtained in the "Hostile" sector. Used to improve weapon and ship upgrades. |
| Class I core | Parts and Cores | Can be found in the Hostile sector when flying to the Barbarian Boss, and can also be obtained from the Barbarian container. |
| Class II core | Parts and Cores | Can be found in the Hostile sector when flying to the Pirate Boss, and can also be obtained from the Pirate container. |
| Class III core | Parts and Cores | Can be found in the Hostile sector when flying to the Devastator Boss, and can also be obtained from the Devastator container. |
| Achievement Points | Points | These are awarded for the player's achievements. |
| Metal | Key Resources | Metal |
| Crystal | Key Resources | Crystal |
| Deuterium | Key Resources | Deuterium |
| Energy | Energy and Science | Energy |
| Dark Matter | Special Resources | Darkmatter |
| Antimatter | Special Resources | Antimatter |
| Science | Energy and Science | Science |
| Stellar ore | Special Resources | Stellar ore |
| Mod | Special Resources | Mod |
| Experience points | Points | Experience points |
| Stabilizer | Parts and Cores | Can be obtained after an unsuccessful arsenal upgrade. |
Questions and answers
How many resources are there in Xterium in total?
The game has 18 resources. They are split into 5 groups: Key Resources — 3, Energy and Science — 2, Special Resources — 4, Parts and Cores — 7, Points — 2.
What resources are there in Xterium?
The main ones are metal, crystal and deuterium; energy and science; the special ones — dark matter, antimatter, star ore and mod; achievement and experience points; as well as arsenal materials — parts, cores and stabilizers.
Where to get metal, crystal and deuterium?
Metal is mined by a metal mine, crystal — by a crystal mine, deuterium — by a deuterium synthesizer. These are the base resources for buildings, ships and defense, and deuterium is also fuel for fleet flights.
Is science spent in Xterium?
No, science is not spent. The more of it you have, the faster research progresses in the laboratory — science works like research speed, not as a spendable stock.
What is energy for?
Energy is not stored — it works as a balance: it is produced by power plants and consumed by mines and buildings. When energy is short, resource production on the planet drops.
What are parts and cores in Xterium?
These are arsenal materials for improving weapon and ship upgrades. Parts (control module, distributor, reactor) are found in the “Hostile” sector, cores of class I–III drop from bosses, and stabilizers are obtained from dismantling failed upgrades.
Where can I find star ore?
Star ore is a very rare material. It is found in the expedition (the “Hostile” sector) and mined on the surface of cooled white dwarfs.
