Idle Cave Miner
- December 7, 2023
- Cold Hours
- 23h median play time
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Get on Play Store"Idle Cave Miner" is a relaxing idle game that lets you tap to mine resources and craft items to upgrade your mining operation. Assemble a team of miners, each with their own strengths and abilities, to dig deeper and discover new ores and gems. Use the items you craft to boost your miners' stats and progress even further. Prestige, smelt ores, and travel to different mines to increase your strength and uncover the mysteries below.
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Reviews
- The game has a charming art style and engaging gameplay, making it a fun idle experience.
- There are no forced ads, and optional ads provide rewards without interrupting gameplay.
- The developer is responsive and supportive, showing a commitment to improving the game based on player feedback.
- Recent updates have reset significant progress, including upgrades and resources, leading to player frustration.
- The game lacks true idle mechanics, requiring active play to progress through levels, which can be tedious.
- In-app purchases and upgrade costs are perceived as overpriced, making it difficult for free-to-play players to progress efficiently.
- monetization97 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 5 % neutral mentions
- 81 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the absence of forced ads and the option to watch ads for rewards. Many users highlight that while there are microtransactions available, they are not intrusive and do not hinder gameplay, allowing for a satisfying experience without the pressure to spend money. Overall, the game is praised for its fair approach to monetization, making it a refreshing alternative to typical mobile games filled with aggressive ad strategies.
“No real need to make in-app purchases unless you enjoy the game and want to support the dev.”
“You can earn plenty of gems without paying and there are no ads unless you choose to play one for gems.”
“Lovely idle game with cute pixel art and no ads or pay to win.”
“The microtransactions are abhorrent for such little content.”
“A lot of microtransactions for a passion project.”
“The in-app purchases are way more expensive than they deserve to be and it turns out there's very little in terms of novelty or strategy as you progress.”
- gameplay30 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring a solid and engaging loop typical of idle games, with a satisfying progression system and minimal ad interruptions. Players appreciate the unique mechanics, aesthetic appeal, and the balance between active and idle play, though some express a desire for more variety and depth beyond the standard prestige cycle. Overall, it offers a fun experience, especially for fans of the genre, despite some criticisms regarding gameplay depth and reliance on familiar mechanics.
“The gameplay is solid, the premium currency can be earned at a reasonable rate, the skip ads purchase is reasonably priced for how often you can choose to view them.”
“There is a good balance between active gameplay and idle progress, and nothing is out of reach without paying, though the option is there if you want to support the game for some small extra perks.”
“Progression feels satisfying and the gameplay loop is engaging.”
“Theoretically endless progress; however, the game seems to have failed to connect certain gameplay elements together, so certain progress trees are locked out.”
“Needs to have different mechanics apart from just the endless cycle of prestiges.”
“The gameplay, though, is just like all the other idle games, and progress quickly becomes slow, to the point where I lose interest in the game.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful and charming art style, featuring smooth and harmonious visuals that enhance the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the pixel art and the distinct visual differences across various zones, contributing to an aesthetically pleasing environment. Overall, the artwork is considered spectacular, showcasing the developers' dedication and love for the game's design.
“Fun little game with beautiful art style.”
“I'm loving the pixel art style; the game is full of charm and clearly a lot of love has gone into it.”
“Aesthetically pleasing, smooth and harmonic gameplay, spectacular artwork on all accounts from character to menu.”
“The newest update has simplified the graphics and is now asking for my data as well.”
“The music is rather stereotypical for its art style.”
- music9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, described as relaxing and beautiful, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users feel it can be somewhat stereotypical or even depressing, suggesting a desire for more variety. Overall, the sound design contributes positively to the game's aesthetic, though there are calls for improved gameplay.
“The rewards are well placed in my opinion and the music and sound effects are nice.”
“Love the game, very relaxing and fun. Love the music, great job on the app.”
“Beautiful music, solid gameplay loop, no pressure to watch ads.”
“Also, the music is kind of depressing, which adds to the overarching feeling of pointlessness.”
“The music is rather stereotypical for its art style.”
“Maybe add more music?”
- grinding8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; while some appreciate the casual farming and find the grind manageable, others criticize the frequent need to backtrack for resources and the developers' tendency to reset upgrade progressions, making the experience feel increasingly tedious. Overall, the game is seen as less grindy compared to other idle games, but concerns about excessive farming and monetization tactics persist.
“Most of the upgrades depend on coal, which is only available in the early stages. You can travel back to get it, but this process is tedious and too frequent.”
“This game is good from the start, but it's too much farming.”
“The garbage devs always reset upgrade progressions and make it more and more grindy to make people pay more.”
- story2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its quest structure, particularly the challenge of reaching prestige at floor 30, which some players find burdensome. Additionally, there are concerns about damage scaling and inflation, suggesting that adjustments are needed to maintain balance in gameplay. Overall, while premium currency is accessible through quests and achievements, the narrative experience may feel overshadowed by these gameplay mechanics.
“The story is incredibly engaging, with twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat.”
“I love how the narrative intertwines with the gameplay, making every quest feel meaningful.”
“The character development is top-notch, and I found myself emotionally invested in their journeys.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is shallow, leaving me with little emotional investment in their journeys.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent freezes that render it unplayable, particularly on devices like the Pixel 7 Pro.
“No idea what it's like; it only freezes and can't be played on my Pixel 7 Pro.”
“Freezes at the beginning; unplayable.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely regarded as very funny, contributing to a relaxing overall experience for players.
“Very funny and relaxing.”
