The solo experience in Mongil Star Dive is already satisfying, but the moment you start playing with friends, the game opens up in ways that make progression noticeably faster. The friend system is entirely optional, meaning you will never hit a wall because you skipped multiplayer. That said, leaving it untouched means leaving free resources on the table every single day.
This guide covers everything you need: how to find and add other players, how the Key exchange system works, and why keeping an active friend list matters more than most players realize at first.

Friends Menu on home screen
How do you add friends in Mongil Star Dive?
The process starts from the Friends Menu, accessible directly from the home screen. Think of it as the central hub for every social action in the game. Once you are inside, navigate to the Add Friend tab to see your connection options.
Two methods are available. The first is the Friend Code system, which is the most direct route. If you already know someone playing the game, grab their code, enter it into the search bar, and hit the "Request Friend" button. The request sits as pending until the other player accepts it, so make sure they know to check their inbox.
The second option is the recommended friends list. This is particularly useful if you are starting fresh without a ready-made group. The system surfaces active players automatically, so you can build out a full list without needing to coordinate outside the game. Managing incoming requests is handled through the Manage Friend Requests option in the same Friends Menu.
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Prioritize adding active players over anyone who appears to be inactive. Since daily Key limits depend on mutual participation, a friend who logs in every day is worth far more than five who do not.

Add Friend tab and search bar
How does the Key exchange system work?
Once your friend list is set up, the main co-op benefit kicks in through a Key exchange system. Keys are a resource used to farm materials in content like Paths, which sit at the core of progression in Mongil Star Dive. A steady daily supply of Keys translates directly into better farming efficiency.
Each friend on your list shows two buttons: one to send Keys and one to claim Keys they have already sent to you. To save time, the game provides Send All and Claim All options that handle every interaction in a single tap.
The daily caps are worth memorizing:
Those numbers make the math clear. To consistently hit the 20-Key receive cap, you need enough active friends who are also logging in and sending. A half-empty or inactive friend list will leave you short every day.
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The daily Key limits reset each day, so unclaimed Keys from previous days do not carry over. Check your Friends Menu regularly to avoid missing out.

Key send and claim buttons
Why should you bother with the friend system?
The short answer: free Keys every day, with zero gameplay overhead. You are not required to join a session, coordinate schedules, or play at the same time as your friends. The exchange happens asynchronously, meaning you tap Send All in the morning and Claim All when you log back in later.
For players grinding Paths content regularly, those extra Keys add up fast. Farming materials more efficiently means faster character progression, which matters more the deeper you get into the game.
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The co-op elements in Mongil Star Dive are described by Netmarble as optional, so new players should not feel pressured to engage immediately. Build your friend list at your own pace, but do not wait too long.
Tips for getting the most out of co-op features
A few practical points that make a real difference once you understand the system:
- Fill your friend list completely. More active friends means you are more likely to hit the 20-Key daily receive cap consistently.
- Use Send All and Claim All every login. These options exist specifically to prevent you from forgetting individual interactions.
- Check the recommended friends list regularly. The system updates with active players, so refreshing it after a few days can help you replace inactive contacts.
- Accept incoming requests promptly. Other players are trying to build their lists too, and a quick acceptance keeps the community moving.
- Communicate your Friend Code outside the game if you have a group ready to play together. Discord, group chats, or community forums work well for this.
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If you are just starting out, the recommended friends list is genuinely the fastest way to get a full, active friend list without any external coordination required.
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