What to know

  • Cobalt ore is found in the snow biome, especially around big mountain ranges.​
  • It appears both above ground on mountain sides and underground in caves and tunnels.​
  • The ore is usually clustered in small groups of 1–2 blocks, so scan the rock faces carefully.​
  • You can mine it with a basic pickaxe, but a better pick will help you gather it faster.​

Cobalt is one of the early metals in Hytale, useful for crafting tools and gear as you progress. It’s not super rare, but it’s not everywhere either , you need to head to the right biome and keep your eyes on the stone around snowy peaks.​

Cobalt Ore in Hytale. Image credits: Hypixel Studios / YouTube: Quick Tips

Cobalt ore spawn locations

Cobalt ore spawns in snowy mountain biomes, so start by locating a snow-covered region with large peaks and rocky cliffs. On the surface, look for blue-tinted ore embedded in stone along mountain faces, usually in small clusters. If you don’t spot any above ground, explore caves and tunnels beneath the same snowy area, where cobalt can spawn in slightly larger patches.

Cobalt ore spawn locations. Image credits: Hypixel Studios / YouTube: Quick Tips

How to find cobalt easily

Step 1: Travel to a snowy mountain biome

Look for a large snow-covered mountain range on the map. These areas are usually colder, with snow on the ground and icy cliffs. If your world doesn’t have obvious mountains, explore the edges of the snow biome until you find a high, rocky area.​

Travel to a snowy mountain biome. Image credits: Hypixel Studios / YouTube: Quick Tips
Step 2: Scan mountain sides above ground

Walk or fly along the sides of the mountains and look closely at the exposed stone. Cobalt ore shows up as a distinct blue-ish metal vein in the rock, different from regular stone or other ores. It often appears in small clusters of 1–2 blocks, so keep moving and checking different sections of the mountain face.​

Step 3: Check nearby caves and tunnels

If surface cobalt is sparse, enter caves and tunnels in the same snowy mountain area. Underground, cobalt can spawn in walls and ceilings, sometimes in slightly denser patches than on the surface. Bring a light source so you can see the ore clearly in dark tunnels.​

Step 4: Mine with a pickaxe

Use any pickaxe to break cobalt ore blocks. A stone or iron pick is enough, but a better pick (like iron or higher) will mine faster and let you gather more before it breaks. Collect a decent stack (20–30+ blocks) so you have enough for crafting tools and gear.​

Mine with a pickaxe. Image credits: Hypixel Studios / YouTube: Quick Tips

What cobalt is used for

Cobalt is an early-to-mid tier metal in Hytale, used to craft:

  • Cobalt tools (pickaxe, axe, sword, etc.)
  • Cobalt armor pieces
  • Various mechanical or advanced crafting components later in the game​

It’s a solid upgrade from basic stone and iron gear, so grabbing a good amount early helps you progress smoothly.​

Tips for farming cobalt

  • Bring a map or compass so you can mark the mountain area and return easily.​
  • Use creative mode or flight (if available) to quickly scout large mountain ranges from the air.​
  • Carry a light source (torches, lanterns) when exploring caves to spot ore clearly.​
  • If cobalt is scarce, try different snowy mountain zones in your world — spawn can vary by region.​

Getting cobalt in Hytale

Cobalt ore is found in snowy mountain biomes, both on exposed mountain sides and in nearby caves. Just head to a big snowy range, scan the rock faces for blue-ish veins, and mine them with a pickaxe. Once you have a stack, you can craft useful tools and armor to help you explore deeper and fight tougher enemies.​


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