Underplayed Gems

Gemporium: A Cute Mining Sim (2025)

Gemporium: A Cute Mining Sim cover
Developer
Merge Conflict Studio
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Simulation
Rating
4.7 of 5, 1,102 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 6.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A lighthearted and unhurried simulation about running a gem shop, balancing mining and selling at a gentle pace.

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What players say

Players compare the mining to Pokemon Diamond and Pearl's underground, calling it a satisfying loop for short sessions, but note it gets repetitive. There is a split: some love the cozy mode and relaxing pace, while others find the default debt-driven mode stressful and oppressive. A common complaint is no mid-day save, and Steam Deck controls feel clunky.

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Screenshots

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