Robo Miner (2015)

Developer: reiti.net
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Indie
Rating: 3.9 of 5, 44 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.4 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

Lighthearted robot digging with a casual progression loop of mining ores for cash to upgrade.

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What players say

Players call Robo Miner an addictive time killer for short sessions, but note it is a stripped-down mobile port with no music, no fullscreen, and no key rebinding. Reviews are split: some enjoy the simple dig-and-upgrade loop, while others say it feels abandoned and overpriced for its lack of polish.

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