While video games often incorporate elements of mineralogy, they typically oversimplify or distort the true nature of minerals and geological processes. The mining mechanics in many games often lack scientific accuracy, turning complex geological concepts into basic resource collection without regard for the environmental impacts or the physical properties of minerals. Minerals are frequently used as mere gameplay tools, with little attention paid to their actual composition, formation, or practical use in real life. This results in a superficial understanding of mineralogy, potentially misleading players about the complexity of Earth’s geology and the true value of natural resources.