Resource
Metal
Metal is a tier 2 material in Outbound, found in Starting Level. Produce Metal at the Metal Smelter from 2× Scrap Metal. Used in 1 production recipe, 1 research node (11 total needed). Durable and dependable — metal withstands any adventure.
Tier
Tier 2
Biome
Starting Level
Type
Material
Source
Produced
Total Demand
11
How to Make Metal in Outbound
Metal is produced at the Metal Smelter from 2× Scrap Metal. 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 Metal
Outbound Interactive MapWhat Metal Is Used For
Crafting (0)
Not used in crafting.
Production (1)
Research (1)
- Wooden Stairs Variety×10
Also in Starting Level
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you make Metal in Outbound?
- Metal is produced at the Metal Smelter from 2× Scrap Metal. Each batch takes 10 seconds. You first need to download the Metal Smelter blueprint at a Signal Tower in Starting Level.
- What is Metal used for in Outbound?
- Metal is used in 1 production recipe, 1 research node - 11 total needed across the game, including Reinforced Plank, Wooden Stairs Variety.
- Where do you find Metal in Outbound?
- Metal's raw materials are found in Starting Level at 168 marked spawn points. Open the Outbound Interactive Map to see every exact location.
Last updated Jun 14, 2026 (Build 902)