The Elite Dangerous community is actively discussing the recent planetary mining update, which introduced the Rhino vehicle and new mining mechanics. While some players welcome the fresh gameplay loop and new incentives to explore planets, others feel the update does not fulfill Frontier Developments' promise of a full "feature reboot." The debate highlights differing player expectations about the scale and impact of the changes, questioning whether these additions represent a meaningful overhaul or just incremental improvements to existing mining. This ongoing conversation reflects broader player engagement with the game's evolving content as of September 2026.
- Introduced Rhino vehicle for planetary mining.
- Mixed player reactions on update's scope.