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Far Mining is a single player casual management game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by LostVolBytes and was released on June 4, 2026. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Far Mining is a short and relaxing incremental game about mining asteroids. Mine resources, upgrade your ship, unlock new tools, and find your way out of deep space.

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Reviews

97%Audience ScoreBased on 147 reviews
gameplay8 positive mentions
grinding14 negative mentions

  • Relaxing and chill incremental space mining game with smooth pacing and enjoyable progression.
  • Meaningful and satisfying upgrade system with a well-designed upgrade tree and a variety of mechanics.
  • Short and well-balanced gameplay (~3-4 hours) that doesn't overstay its welcome and is perfect for casual play sessions.
  • Some parts of the game, especially the late game or final upgrades, can feel grindy or repetitive.
  • Controls can feel floaty for some players, and the mouse cursor is small and easy to lose.
  • Lack of replayability or deeper content beyond the main playthrough; some players wish for more expansive or infinite modes.
  • gameplay

    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    44% positive mentions, 39% neutral mentions, 17% negative mentions

    The gameplay is simple, relaxing, and well-paced, offering around 3 to 4 hours of enjoyable incremental mechanics with smooth progression and engaging upgrades. It features chill music, sensible mechanics, and a stress-free experience without frustrating elements or failure states. While short, it provides a satisfying and zen experience distinct from typical incremental games.

    • “Chill music, an amusing ship's computer, and sensible mechanics make this one of the most relaxing incrementals I've played in ages.”
    • “Very smooth progression and good pacing with the introduction of new mechanics.”
    • “Fun incremental, it does a good job of changing the mechanics just enough to where you aren't just doing 'thing but with bigger number' throughout the entire game.”
    • “Although the left mouse button lets you stop and restart the ship, there is no collision damage and no death mechanic, so you can freely fly into a dense field of rocks and let the ship do the work.”
    • “Emphasis on short which I personally prefer, but if you're looking for hundreds of hours of gameplay this is not the game for you.”
    • “In a way Far Fishing was better - slightly more involved gameplay with some consequences, but this was really zen and the ending was great.”
  • grinding

    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    7% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 93% negative mentions

    Grinding in the game is generally moderate and well-balanced, allowing steady progress without feeling overly tedious. While a few late-game tiers and upgrades can become somewhat grindy, the overall experience remains engaging and satisfying due to smooth pacing and enjoyable mechanics.

    • “Not too grindy and runs really well”
    • “The last couple of tiers feel disproportionately grindy, and you never really feel like you get stronger.”
    • “Only downside is a slightly grindy mid to late section with the uranium and crystals.”
    • “The last upgrade is a bit grindy but you're just drifting around blowing up everything so I can forgive it.”
  • music

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's music is consistently praised for its chill, soft, and relaxing qualities that enhance the overall calming atmosphere. Combined with sensible sound design and fitting sound effects, the soundtrack significantly contributes to a soothing and enjoyable incremental gaming experience.

    • “Chill music, an amusing ship's computer, and sensible mechanics make this one of the most relaxing incrementals I've played in ages.”
    • “One of the best parts of the game was listening to the soft, relaxing music while playing—very nice.”
    • “Every aspect of Far Mining contributes to the short and relaxing experience: simple gameplay, chill music and SFX, minimalist art style, smooth mouse control, virtual parrot companion... a must buy!”
  • story

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The story is charming and easy to follow, offering a fun and light narrative centered on survival and mining. It features cute characters, humorous elements like a parrot guide, and provides a satisfying, well-paced plot with a clear conclusion. Overall, the story adds an enjoyable layer to the incremental gameplay without being overly complex.

    • “Fun little story of survival and mining behind the incremental game.”
    • “The parrot guide was also really funny, and I like when they add a bit of plot into the games.”
    • “Some very short elements of story, just the right dose, and an actual end, nice!”
  • graphics

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The graphics are well-executed, featuring a minimalist and appealing art style that enhances the relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere. Combined with chill music and smooth controls, the visuals contribute significantly to an immersive and pleasant gameplay experience.

    • “I really enjoyed the graphics, and the upgrade system was great.”
    • “Very enjoyable game, I finished it in one session; the graphics look good, and the music is chill and creates a good atmosphere.”
    • “The visuals are appealing.”
  • humor

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is light and enjoyable, with elements like the funny parrot guide adding charm and a touch of plot that enhances the overall experience. It contributes to a relaxed and entertaining atmosphere appreciated by players.

    • “Quick shoutout to the DangerouslyFunny YouTube channel for introducing me to this game and teaching me the mechanics so I could play it the right way.”
    • “Very nice chill game; bought it because of DangerouslyFunny.”
    • “The parrot guide was really funny, and I liked when they added a bit of plot into the games.”
  • optimization

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game suffers from significant stuttering, lag, and random slowdowns during attacks and movement, likely due to issues with the game code or engine. This optimization problem negatively impacts the overall experience despite the game's appealing concept.

    • “The game has severe stuttering and lag, likely due to the game code or engine. I've experienced similar issues in the developer's previous game, leading to random teleports, slowed attacks, and impaired movement.”
    • “Please update the game; it looks fun but the persistent lag and stuttering make it very frustrating to play.”
  • replayability

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Users feel the game lacks sufficient replayability and suggest adding features like an infinite mode to enhance long-term engagement.

  • emotional

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game delivers a wholesome and lighthearted emotional experience, offering enjoyable and feel-good moments throughout.

    • “Wholesome, fun little game.”
  • atmosphere

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The atmosphere is praised for its relaxing music and appealing graphics, contributing to an enjoyable and immersive experience.

    • “Very enjoyable game, I finished it in one session. The graphics look good, and the music is chill, creating a great atmosphere.”
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Play Times

4h Median play time
4h Average play time
3-4h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 6 analyzed playthroughs
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Frequently Asked Questions

Far Mining is a casual management game with science fiction theme. Common tags for Far Mining include indie, pixel graphics, relaxing, idler, space and others.

Far Mining is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 4 hours playing Far Mining.

Far Mining was released on June 4, 2026.

Far Mining was developed by LostVolBytes.

Far Mining has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked Far Mining for its gameplay but disliked it for its grinding.

Far Mining is a single player game.

Similar games include Keep on Mining!, Void Miner – Asteroids Roguelite, Space Rock Breaker, Astro Prospector, Trainatic and others.