Resource
Hardened Metal
Hardened Metal is a tier 3 material in Outbound, found in Canyons. Produce Hardened Metal at the Metal Smelter from 1× Ore 2. Used in 3 crafting recipes, 1 production recipe, 1 research node (16 total needed). Tougher than a pirate's heart—good luck scratching this.
Tier
Tier 3
Biome
Canyons
Type
Material
Source
Produced
Total Demand
16
How to Make Hardened Metal in Outbound
Hardened Metal is produced at the Metal Smelter from 1× Ore 2. Each batch takes 10 seconds. You first need to download the Metal Smelter blueprint at a Signal Tower in Starting Level.
Metal Smelter10s production time
Unlock required: Download the Metal Smelter blueprint at a Signal Tower in Starting Level.
Where to Find Hardened Metal
Outbound Interactive MapWhat Hardened Metal Is Used For
Crafting (3)
Production (1)
Research (1)
- Cooling System Upgrade 1×2
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you make Hardened Metal in Outbound?
- Hardened Metal is produced at the Metal Smelter from 1× Ore 2. Each batch takes 10 seconds. You first need to download the Metal Smelter blueprint at a Signal Tower in Starting Level.
- What is Hardened Metal used for in Outbound?
- Hardened Metal is used in 3 crafting recipes, 1 production recipe, 1 research node - 16 total needed across the game, including Wrench 2, Sickle 3, Cooling System Upgrade 1.
- Where do you find Hardened Metal in Outbound?
- Hardened Metal's raw materials are found in Canyons at 43 marked spawn points. Open the Outbound Interactive Map to see every exact location.
Last updated Jun 14, 2026 (Build 902)
