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DIG IT! - A Digger Simulator is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Cape Copenhagen and was released on October 14, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Do you love that moment when the engine starts and that rich diesel sound fills the air? Do you get a kick out of moving earth with a variety of high-powered diggers, bulldozers and dump trucks? Do you yearn for the feeling of power that flows through you as the hard steel of the bucket digs into the earth while you remain in keep complete control?

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music3 positive mentions

The game offers a fun and casual experience for those who enjoy operating construction vehicles like excavators and bulldozers.
Many players find the controls manageable, especially when using a controller, which enhances the overall gameplay experience.
The game has good graphics and physics for a budget title, providing a satisfying digging experience.

The controls are complicated and not customizable, leading to frustration for many players, especially those familiar with real machinery.
The sandbox mode is limited in size and scope, making it feel restrictive and less engaging for players looking for more freedom.
The dirt physics are inconsistent, with issues like being able to create or destroy dirt in unrealistic ways, detracting from the simulation experience.

story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is centered around completing various construction missions that are generally casual but can be frustrating due to control issues and a harsh judging system. Players find the missions take longer than expected, with some feeling that the time limits are too strict for the tasks required, leading to a mix of enjoyment and irritation as they unlock new vehicles and job sites. Overall, while the game offers a chill experience, the mission structure and time constraints can detract from the overall enjoyment of the story progression.
- “It's a chill, casual construction vehicle game with missions that take 10-20 minutes.”
- “Completing a mission earns money and stars to unlock new vehicles, which in turn unlock new job sites.”
- “Completing jobs and earning money is not hard, but mastering the missions and getting 3 stars is something I've yet to do.”
- “The missions take too long and are very hard to complete accurately. The judging system is very harsh; 10 minutes to dig a foundation might be a little short. If I were designing a game, I'd give the players 15-20 minutes.”
- “In a few missions, I'd literally leave piles of dirt around the site because it took too long to clean them, and the only penalty is getting two stars instead of one.”
- “Missions have no time limit, and even doing an absolutely hideous job pays out just fine.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews; while some users appreciate the visuals and find them satisfactory, others criticize them as lacking detail and sophistication. Overall, the graphics are described as decent but not groundbreaking, with some limitations due to the game engine. Sound design is generally praised, contributing positively to the overall experience.
- “Graphics and physics work pretty well and the sounds are great.”
- “The graphics are nothing that would wow you, but this digger simulator deserves the name more than any other of those so-called digger sims out there (except maybe the professional ones but they are hundreds if not thousands of dollars).”
- “Great graphics.”
- “Graphically and audio-wise, it's kind of bad.”
- “You don't see every grain of sand going into the bucket due to game engine limitations, so it's mostly graphically and mathematically simplified.”
- “The graphics are nothing that would wow you, but this digger simulator deserves the name more than any other of those so-called digger sims out there.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a variety of vehicles, including diggers and bulldozers, with solid physics and controls, particularly when using a controller. However, some players find the mechanics confusing, especially regarding dirt manipulation, leading to mixed opinions on the overall experience.
- “The core gameplay involves using your digger (or other vehicles) to manipulate certain dotted grounds.”
- “The game has good physics and gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is solid, the controls are good especially if played with a controller (although the big truck could use some remaps) and there are quite a lot of machines.”
- “The gameplay is just utter rubbish.”
- “The bulldozer still makes no sense to me after 4 hours of gameplay; I can't figure out how to properly move the dirt and get a good rating.”
- “Think car mechanic sim with diggers!!”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and sound effects in the game are highly praised for their quality, complementing the impressive graphics and enhancing the overall experience.
- “The music is easy to understand and complements the very good graphics and sound effects.”
- “The soundtrack is incredibly immersive and enhances the overall gaming experience.”
- “The variety of music tracks keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging.”

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DIG IT! - A Digger Simulator is a simulation game.

DIG IT! - A Digger Simulator is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

On average players spend around 4 hours playing DIG IT! - A Digger Simulator.

DIG IT! - A Digger Simulator was released on October 14, 2014.

DIG IT! - A Digger Simulator was developed by Cape Copenhagen.

DIG IT! - A Digger Simulator has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its story.

DIG IT! - A Digger Simulator is a single player game.

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