Tile Miner (2021)

Developer: nalothchris, swanee734
Publisher: MadSwan
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating: 3.1 of 5, 63 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A freeform tile manipulation game where you explore, survive, and build your own top-down world at your own pace.

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What players say

Players appreciate the sandbox building and crafting but report persistent crashes that wipe progress. Many note development stalled for long periods. Reviews split: some enjoy it as a cheap, promising early-access game, while others warn it feels unfinished and unstable.

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