Motherload

Dig deep, mine smart, and strike it rich in MotherLoad, the ultimate Flash-era mining sim from XGen Studios! Set on the dusty surface of Mars, you pilot a customizable mining pod in search of the legendary “Motherload”—a massive cache of buried treasure. Along the way, you’ll uncover precious minerals, upgrade your rig, and avoid deadly hazards like gas pockets and earthquakes. With addictive gameplay, a sense of progression, and a hint of mystery, MotherLoad is a buried gem in the Flash game legacy.

How to play MotherLoad

In MotherLoad, you control a mining pod and explore beneath the Martian surface, collecting minerals to sell and using the profits to upgrade your vehicle. It’s all about resource management, exploration, and survival.

Basic Controls

• Arrow Keys or WASD – Move your mining pod (you can’t drill upward!)
• P – Pause/unpause the game
• I – Open inventory
• R – Use Hull Repair Nanites
• F – Use Reserve Fuel Tank
• X / C – Use Dynamite / Plastic Explosives (careful—these destroy minerals!)
• Q – Quantum Teleporter (emergency surface return, not always accurate)
• M – Matter Transmitter (safer teleportation method)

Fuel, Health, and Repairs

• Refuel at the Fuel Station (far left on the surface).
• Trade minerals for cash at the Mineral Processing Depot (just right of the fuel station).
• Save your progress with the Quantum Bot (hovering nearby).
• Repairs and upgrades are available further east.

Upgrades and Items

You can upgrade:

• Drill – For tougher materials
• Hull – For better damage resistance
• Cargo Bay – To carry more minerals
• Fuel Tank – To dig longer before refueling
• Radiator – For dealing with extreme depths
• Engine – For faster digging and better control

Each upgrade boosts efficiency and helps you reach deeper zones where more valuable minerals lie.

Saving & Progress

You can save by flying to the Quantum Bot and entering a username/password (savedata stored locally on PEXY.IO).

Digging progress (tunnels) isn’t saved—just your pod, cash, and inventory.

Pro Tips

• Watch your fuel and hull integrity constantly. Running out of either can lead to game over.
• Use explosives wisely—they destroy surrounding minerals and cost money.
• Don’t forget to jettison minerals if overloaded (via the Inventory menu).

FAQ

How do I save my game?

Fly to the Quantum Bot on the surface and enter any username/password. Your progress (inventory, cash, upgrades) will be saved, though tunnel layout is not preserved.

Where do I sell minerals?

At the Mineral Processing Depot, just right of the Fuel Station. Simply drive into the depot to open the sell menu.

How do I use upgrades or items?

Upgrades activate automatically once bought. For items, use hotkeys like:

• R = Repair
• F = Reserve fuel
• X/C = Explosives
• Q/M = Teleporters

What happens if I run out of fuel or hull?

You’ll suffer a fatal malfunction, ending your game. Always refuel before going deep and repair hull damage regularly.

Can I use cheats? 😏

Yes! In the options menu, enter:

• blingbling – $100,000
• supersize, penetrable, warp9, guzzle, digdug, etc. – Upgrade your pod
• ntouchable – Max out everything instantly

Is this playable on mobile?

While possible on some touch-supported browsers, the game is best experienced on desktop due to its precise control and Flash emulation.