What We Did

Mining now operates on a tier-based curve that dynamically adjusts action time based on the relationship between the tool and the resource.

• When tool and ore tiers match, the action takes the baseline duration.
• Higher-tier tools mine lower-tier ores faster.
• Lower-tier tools take longer on higher-tier ores.

Each calculation factors in action speed, tool power, and configurable caps producing balanced results that feel consistent regardless of progression stage.

Why It Matters

• Predictable scaling: The same logic governs every interaction between tool and resource.
• Game balance: Prevents trivializing early content while keeping high-tier upgrades impactful.
• Design depth: Encourages players to equip the right tools for the right tasks.
• Clarity: Mining UI now lists XP gain and time to complete for each node, making performance visible at a glance.

Next Steps

Apply the same balancing framework to harvesting, crafting, and production systems, ensuring the entire economy scales with predictable logic.