Spidertron FAQ

You'll need to gather nuclear materials and construct the Spidertron frame using a crafting recipe that requires multiple high-tier components. Check your crafting guide or JEI for the exact recipe, as it involves late-game resources.

The Spidertron runs on Fission Cells, which you need to load into its internal inventory. One cell powers the machine for a limited time, so bring extras on long expeditions.

Right-click on the Spidertron to mount it and take control. Once inside, you'll see a custom HUD displaying fuel, ammo, rocket count, and health.

Yes, both the minigun and rocket system have limited ammunition. If you completely run out, the Spidertron can perform a melee stab attack with its front legs as a last resort.

Yes, it slowly regenerates health over time as long as it has power (Fission Cells) running through it. However, this is a passive repair and won't save you in active combat.

If the machine is destroyed while carrying nuclear fuel, it creates a massive explosion and leaves behind radioactive fallout in the area. Try to keep it alive or deconstruct it before it's too late.

Use the deconstruction feature to safely pack up the machine, which will store it as an item you can carry and place elsewhere. This prevents the catastrophic explosion that occurs if it's destroyed.

Yes, the eight-legged procedural walking system automatically finds the ground and climbs over obstacles. You can also perform a charged jump to leap over larger terrain or close distance quickly in combat.

The four-shot guided rocket system can lock onto targets, making it effective against moving enemies. You'll need to manage your rocket count carefully since you only have four shots before needing to reload.

The mod is optimized for performance, but a massive walking vehicle with physics, weapons, and procedural animation will have some impact. Performance depends on your system and other mods installed.