Dig This!

About

"Dig This!" is a physics-based puzzle game where you dig with your fingers to guide a ball to a cup. With over 1000 levels, the game encourages logical thinking and creativity, offering features like bombs and multi-colored balls for added challenges. The game boasts realistic physics, 3D graphics, and solutions are available if you get stuck.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,999 reviews

gameplay59 positive mentions

monetization6.1k negative mentions

The game is fun and challenging, requiring strategic thinking.
Great variety of levels that keep the gameplay interesting.
The physics mechanics are well-designed and engaging.

Excessive ads that interrupt gameplay after almost every level.
The game frequently crashes or freezes, making it frustrating to play.
Hints are limited and must be purchased, which can be frustrating for players.

monetization
6,208 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
98%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback due to the excessive number of ads, which many players find intrusive and frustrating. Users report spending more time watching ads than actually playing the game, with frequent 30-second ads appearing after nearly every level or retry. While some players acknowledge the need for ads in free games, the sheer volume and length of these ads have led many to uninstall the game or pay for an ad-free experience, indicating a strong desire for a better balance between gameplay and advertising.
- “I paid the small fee for no ads.”
- “If you play it in airplane mode, no ads will show (so free!).”
- “Worth the $2.99 for no ads.”
- “The sheer amount of ads ruins the game.”
- “You spend more time watching ads than playing the game.”
- “It's a fun game, but the ads are absolutely ridiculous.”
gameplay
175 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
60%
6%
The gameplay is generally described as fun and engaging, featuring interesting puzzles and solid mechanics that challenge players. However, the overwhelming presence of ads significantly detracts from the experience, with many users reporting a frustrating ratio of ads to gameplay time, often leading to interruptions and lag. While some players appreciate the gameplay itself, the excessive ads have led to a negative reception overall, with many considering it unplayable without purchasing an ad-free version.
- “This is a puzzle game; the gameplay is fun, relaxing, and not too challenging.”
- “The puzzles are interesting and challenging, with a few mixed in just for a fun mechanic.”
- “Gameplay is excellent and challenging, and there are plenty of levels that make it more than worth the purchase price.”
- “The ratio of ads to gameplay is horrible; it's two levels then an ad, but the levels last about ten seconds max and the ads are always 30, so you're always watching more than you're playing.”
- “For every 30 seconds of gameplay, you have to put up with a minute or two of ads.”
- “This is just a nonstop ad session with a little gameplay in between.”
stability
116 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
1%
97%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezing, crashing, and glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players experience issues such as the app closing unexpectedly, freezing during levels, and problems with ads causing additional lag. While some users note improvements after updates or ad removal, the overall consensus is that the game suffers from significant technical issues that detract from the experience.
- “There are no catches and no glitches.”
- “The app works very well, no glitches.”
- “App runs great!”
- “Closes after opening or just freezes - freezing the phone with it until it closes.”
- “This game used to be fantastic, but now when I play it, it freezes up on each phone I have. It will not let you accomplish anything. Very, very pitiful!”
- “Game is garbage, constantly crashes, app closes or freezes.”
graphics
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
43%
7%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the bright and clear visuals, as well as the effective physics. However, there are notable criticisms regarding the quality of graphics in later levels, the presence of intrusive ads that disrupt gameplay, and some technical issues like lag and flickering. While some users find the graphics satisfactory for a casual game, others feel that improvements are necessary to enhance the overall experience.
- “Awesome graphics, true-to-life physics, and seriously challenging at times!”
- “Graphics are superb and very effective controls.”
- “Very satisfying addictive game with good physics and amazing graphics.”
- “The graphics could use some sprucing up.”
- “Some of the later stages (in the 120s) have appalling graphics and make those levels unplayable.”
- “Terrible app... the graphics flicker and are unsteady, as well as causing my phone to freeze.”
music
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
76%
14%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique and satisfying sound design, while others find it frustrating due to frequent interruptions from ads that disrupt their own music playback. Many users express annoyance at the anxiety-inducing in-game music and the inability to enjoy their own music without constant interruptions. Overall, while the soundtrack has its fans, the ad-related disruptions significantly detract from the experience for many players.
- “The levels are unique and sound, and the music and sound design are extremely satisfying.”
- “It's fun and frustrating, and the soundtrack is cool.”
- “Fun kind of puzzle game, some levels are tricky, some are easy, relaxing background music.”
- “Decent, I'd have given it 4, for that terrible, anxiety-inducing music, that I later discovered can be turned off... and of course, those confounded, relentless ads!”
- “Not only do the ads come with sound which stops my music every time, which is roughly every 30 seconds.”
- “Ads interrupt your music if you are listening to music on your phone while playing.”
humor
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it genuinely funny and entertaining, often laughing at their own mistakes and the game's quirks. However, the overwhelming presence of ads detracts from the experience, leading to a satirical take on the game's design and monetization strategy. Overall, while the game can be amusing and relatable, the excessive ads significantly impact the enjoyment of its humor.
- “Very funny, and some levels are difficult.”
- “I'm laughing and happy even when my efforts fail!”
- “This is the first game I have ever played that made me laugh so hard.”
grinding
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly due to the frequent ads that interrupt gameplay after retries. While the game is praised for its fun and challenging elements, the excessive ad interruptions detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration and a diminished sense of accomplishment.
- “It's fine when the levels are easy but once you start needing to retry levels 10 times and you have to watch an ad every 2 retries, it just gets tedious.”
- “An ad every level is tedious and instantly ruins the game.”
- “Too many ads make a great game too tedious to play.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
29%
43%
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a compelling storyline, with players noting that the narrative is minimal or non-existent. Instead, the focus seems to be on gameplay mechanics and the challenge of completing quests, which some find enjoyable despite the frequent interruptions from ads. Overall, the absence of a strong story does not detract significantly from the fun and engaging gameplay experience.
- “It's a lot of fun guessing which way to go; some of the quests are hard to figure out, but I keep at it until I just go to the next one. It's a lot of fun.”
- “Fake story: sneaking a game in during church.”
- “Without a storyline to follow.”
- “When you fail a mission and know what you can do differently, an ad pops up and you don't remember by the time it comes back to the game.”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
43%
43%
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with some players noting that ongoing updates have addressed certain performance issues, while many others report significant problems such as freezing, glitches, and slow performance, particularly in later levels. Overall, the consensus indicates that poor optimization and excessive ads detract from the gaming experience.
- “Ongoing updates have fixed or improved some performance issues.”
- “Not to mention the quality and performance, which is also horrid.”
- “Poor optimization; the game freezing was horrible on the first few levels, but you know what ran perfectly smooth?”
- “Love the game, but when I reached level 30 or so, the game glitches so bad I can't play it. It shuts down on its own, locks up my phone, etc. Very addictive, but I will have to quit due to poor performance.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express strong negative emotions regarding the game's intrusive advertising, describing it as frustrating and overwhelming. The constant interruptions and poorly placed ads detract from the overall experience, leading to feelings of anger and disappointment.
- “It made me feel sick; it makes YouTube look like a saint.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
Users highlight that the game offers high replayability due to its addictive nature and varied experiences with each playthrough, making it a worthwhile investment. However, some express reluctance to purchase games lacking replay value.
- “Addictive and different every time you play, so it has high replay value.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, making you want to dive back in.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps the game fresh and engaging with every session.”
- “I enjoyed the game, but I can't see myself playing it again due to the lack of replayability.”
- “Once you finish the game, there's really no incentive to go back and play it again.”
- “The game was fun, but it offers little in terms of replay value.”