Deep Rock Galactic Multiplayer Etiquette Guide: New Miner Tips

Combat Summary

• Always follow the host’s pace and objectives; never rush ahead to trigger events or extract without team readiness.
• Prioritize resource pings, especially for Nitra and rare minerals, to ensure everyone knows where the goods are.
• Manage Supply Pods responsibly: only take what you need, and never double-dip without team permission.

So you’re stepping out of solo runs and into the chaos of a full team? Smart move, Miner. This Multiplayer Guide is for every New Player looking to pull their weight and avoid catching a stray C4 from an annoyed Driller. The Deep Rock Galactic community is generally forgiving, but there are unwritten rules. Following these ensures a smooth operation, happier teammates, and more successful extractions.

Core Principles for Team Play

When joining a public game, you’re signing up for a collective effort, not a solo power fantasy. Pay attention to the host’s behavior; if they’re rushing, you rush. If they’re methodical, you scan every corner. The biggest rule of DRG Etiquette is to support your team, not hinder it. Stick together, especially during swarms, and always be ready to revive a downed Dwarf. Nobody likes being left behind.

Essential Communication

Pings are your best friend. See Nitra? Ping it. A rare mineral? Ping it. An enemy Glyphid Praetorian charging your Gunner? Ping it aggressively. The ‘V’ key is your primary communication tool. Use it often. While voice chat is available, pings are universal and cut through language barriers. A well-placed ping can save lives and point the team towards critical objectives or resources.

Supply Pod & Resource Management

Nitra is lifeblood. It calls down the Supply Pods that keep your weapons loaded and health bars full. When a Supply Pod lands, standard procedure dictates one resupply per Dwarf. If someone needs two, they’ll ask. If you’re full on ammo and health, don’t take a resupply. Leave it for someone who desperately needs it. This also applies to special pickups like large Dystrum or Magnite deposits; ping them and let the team decide who gets the final blow.

Avoiding “Leeroy Jenkins” Syndrome

The worst offense a greenbeard can commit? Rushing off alone, triggering an event like a Dreadnought egg or a Machine Event, then getting downed and demanding a rescue. This is what we call “Leeroy Jenkins” syndrome. Don’t be that Dwarf. Always coordinate with your team. Before digging into an egg or activating an objective, check if your team is ready. Are their shields charged? Are they out of a current swarm? These Co-op Tips are paramount for survival on Hoxxes IV.

Miner’s Chatter

The community largely agrees: don’t be a lone wolf. The sentiment is that as long as you’re making an effort and not intentionally griefing, most Miners will be patient and helpful. Newcomers are common, and an “older gamer” looking for solid team play will find plenty of like-minded Dwarves. Just ask questions if you’re unsure, and don’t take all four resupply slots! A simple “Rock and Stone!” (V key) goes a long way to show camaraderie.