Activating the Gateway Engines on each planet in Astroneer is an essential step toward mastering the game. This comprehensive guide will help you understand the requirements and techniques for successfully activating each Gateway Engine on every planet.
Note: You will need to have at least one gateway portal activated before the engine can be activated
1. Sylva (Terran Planet)
- Gateway Engine Location: The Interior Layer
- Activation Material: Quartz
Activation Strategy
- Dig deep down into the Interior Layer of Sylva.
- Look for the “Gravity Node” to identify the Gateway Engine.
- Place Quartz in the triangle-shaped slot of the Gateway Engine.
- Wait for the process to complete to successfully activate the engine.
2. Desolo (Barren Planet)
- Gateway Engine Location: The Mantle Layer
- Activation Material: Zinc (obtained from smelting Sphalerite)
Activation Strategy
- Dig cautiously to the Mantle Layer of Desolo.
- Locate the Gravity Node to find the Gateway Engine.
- Insert Zinc into the triangle-shaped slot of the Gateway Engine.
- Allow the activation process to finish.
3. Calidor (Arid Planet)
- Gateway Engine Location: The Inner Mantle Layer
- Activation Material: Explosive Powder
Activation Strategy
- Traverse to Calidor’s Inner Mantle Layer.
- Find the Gateway Engine using the Gravity Node.
- Craft Explosive Powder in the Chemistry Lab using Carbon and Sulfur.
- Place Explosive Powder into the triangle-shaped slot of the Gateway Engine.
- Complete the activation process.
4. Vesania (Exotic Planet)
- Gateway Engine Location: The Outer Core
- Activation Material: Graphene
Activation Strategy
- Reach the Outer Core of Vesania.
- Look for the Gravity Node to identify the Gateway Engine.
- Create Graphene in the Chemistry Lab using Hydrogen and Graphite.
- Insert Graphene into the triangle-shaped slot of the Gateway Engine.
- Allow the activation process to finish.
5. Novus (Radiated Moon)
- Gateway Engine Location: The Outer Core
- Activation Material: Silicone
Activation Strategy
- Dig to the Outer Core of Novus.
- Locate the Gateway Engine using the Gravity Node.
- Produce Silicone in the Chemistry Lab using Resin, Quartz, and Methane.
- Place Silicone into the triangle-shaped slot of the Gateway Engine.
- Complete the activation process.
6. Glacio (Ice Planet)
- Gateway Engine Location: The Inner Core
- Activation Material: Diamond
Activation Strategy
- Journey to the Inner Core of Glacio.
- Find the Gateway Engine with the help of the Gravity Node.
- Craft Diamond in the Chemistry Lab using two Graphene.
- Insert the Diamond into the triangle-shaped slot of the Gateway Engine.
- Allow the activation process to finish.
7. Atrox (Toxic Planet)
- Gateway Engine Location: The Inner Core
- Activation Material: Helium Gas
Activation Strategy
- Make your way to Atrox’s Inner Core.
- Look for the Gravity Node to identify the Gateway Engine.
- Extract Helium Gas using an Atmospheric Condenser.
- Place Helium Gas into the triangle-shaped slot of the Gateway Engine.
- Complete the activation process.
By following this informative guide, you can successfully activate the Gateway Engines on each planet in Astroneer. As you progress, make sure to manage your resources and maintain a steady supply of oxygen while exploring the depths of each planet.
