The creator tests renting a stock Argo Mole in Star Citizen and finds that while the ship has great potential and features, solo mining with its default setup is inefficient and not profitable due to limited laser capabilities and the need for a crew. They conclude that the Mole is only truly worth it when upgraded and operated with a full crew, inviting viewers to share their experiences and promising future tests with multi-crew setups.
In this video, the creator tests whether renting the Argo Mole in Star Citizen is worth it, specifically using a completely stock version without any upgrades or modifications. The goal is to see how far an average player can get and how much in-game currency (UEC) can be earned through mining without investing additional credits into the ship. The creator approaches this with an honest, hands-on review style, focusing on real gameplay experience rather than theoretical or inflated estimates.
Upon boarding the Argo Mole for the first time, the creator explores the ship’s impressive size and features, noting its large cargo capacity of 96 SCU and the presence of three mining laser heads. The ship includes practical amenities such as a cargo elevator, beds, a kitchen, and a restroom, making it a well-equipped mining vessel. The creator also discovers the ship comes with Arbor MH2 mining lasers and begins the mining process at Aberdeen, a popular mining location.
During the mining test, the creator finds that while smaller ores can be mined successfully, the stock lasers struggle with larger, more valuable rocks like Quantanium and oratite. Additionally, the attempt to operate multiple mining lasers simultaneously while soloing the ship proves unsuccessful, as the lasers cannot be left running unattended. A mishap involving a fall outside the ship adds a humorous moment but does not deter the testing process.
After gathering and refining ore, the creator reflects on the experience, emphasizing that the Argo Mole is a fantastic ship with great potential, but only when properly outfitted and crewed. Solo mining with the stock setup is limited and inefficient, as the ship is designed to be operated by a crew to maximize its mining lasers’ effectiveness. Without upgrades or additional crew members, the Argo Mole is unlikely to provide a worthwhile return on investment for casual or solo players.
In conclusion, renting the Argo Mole stock is generally not worth it for quick profit or solo play. However, when equipped with the right modules, upgraded lasers, and a crew, the ship lives up to its reputation as a powerful mining vessel. The creator invites viewers to share their own experiences and loadouts for the Mole, and expresses interest in testing the ship with a full crew in future videos to compare solo versus multi-crew efficiency.