Keep Digging

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Keep Digging is a single player and multiplayer casual simulation game. It was developed by Wild Dog and was released on September 11, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Keep Digging is a casual multiplayer mining game where up to 8 players collaborate to explore 10 underground layers and uncover ores, treasures, and ancient technology. The focus is on cooperative digging and upgrading gear like shovels and dynamite to improve mining efficiency without combat or stealth. Players can enhance equipment to level 20 and creatively interact with the environment.

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Audience ScoreBased on 929 reviews

gameplay25 positive mentions

optimization18 negative mentions

Fun and silly game, especially enjoyable with friends.
Great for a short gaming session, can be completed in under 2 hours.
Simple mechanics that provide a satisfying digging experience.

Very short gameplay with limited replay value; once completed, there's little incentive to return.
Poor optimization leading to lag and performance issues, even on high-end systems.
Lack of depth in gameplay mechanics, making it feel repetitive and lacking challenge.

gameplay
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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51%
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The gameplay is characterized by a simple yet addictive loop of digging, collecting, and upgrading, which many players find engaging despite its repetitive nature. While the mechanics are intuitive and the progression system offers a satisfying sense of achievement, some users express a desire for more complexity and variety to enhance long-term enjoyment. Overall, the game provides a charming and relaxed experience, appealing to those who appreciate straightforward mechanics and cooperative play, though it may feel limited for players seeking deeper challenges.
- “The upgrade system provides a sense of tangible progression that keeps the gameplay loop engaging.”
- “The developers clearly spent countless hours fine-tuning these mechanics, ensuring that the rhythm between effort and reward strikes that perfect balance which keeps players hooked without ever feeling repetitive.”
- “The core gameplay loop is straightforward—pick a direction, dig dirt, collect ore, sell it, and repeat.”
- “As with many indie titles centered on a single mechanic, the gameplay can feel repetitive after extended play.”
- “No challenge or progress in gameplay, just digging down.”
optimization
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
61%
32%
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with players reporting significant lag and performance drops even on high-end hardware. Many describe it as poorly optimized, with issues such as synchronization problems in multiplayer and excessive resource consumption, leading to an overall frustrating experience. While some players have noted improvements after updates, the general consensus remains that the game requires substantial optimization work to be enjoyable.
- “Additionally, I feel like it could use a bit of another optimization update.”
- “I hope the developer will soon improve the optimization problem.”
- “New performance mode update has enabled me to play the game, so as promised, changing my review to positive, now that I can enjoy it.”
- “Even players with high-end hardware report constant lag and performance drops, regardless of settings.”
- “It's a buggy, horrendously optimized mess with no replayability, creativity, or fun to be had beyond laughing at how poorly constructed the game is.”
- “The performance is abysmal.”
graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
59%
14%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users noting poor optimization and significant performance issues, even on low settings. While some appreciate the clean and minimalist art style that complements the game's theme, others criticize the lack of visual distinction between settings and the overall low-quality appearance. Overall, the graphics are described as functional but not particularly exciting, with many players experiencing lag and glitches that detract from the experience.
- “Visually, Keep Digging adopts a clean and functional art style that supports its underground theme without unnecessary embellishment.”
- “The minimalist aesthetic enhances the meditative quality of the experience, reinforcing the game’s rhythm of repetition and reward.”
- “Top-notch graphics, insane gameplay... simply the game of the year.”
- “Went from low to ultra graphics, it's the same on every option.”
- “Absolutely horrendous optimization which is whatever it looks fine on low graphics anyways, but it's just not exciting or anything unlike other digging games it feels like there's not a lot of point in exploring or checking anything out it really did just seem like it was encouraging me to dig a small tunnel straight down.”
- “The game is literally unplayable in its current state, they seem to have tried to have some kind of crazy graphics and it completely backfired because the game works at like one fps.”
humor
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players enjoying the cooperative antics and unexpected mishaps that arise during gameplay, leading to shared laughter among friends. While many find the initial hours entertaining and appreciate the goofy elements, some criticize the humor's longevity and the game's overall execution, suggesting it relies too heavily on its comedic premise without sufficient depth. Overall, it offers a lighthearted experience, particularly in a group setting, but may not sustain its comedic appeal over time.
- “It’s this sense of teamwork that gives the game its charm—players develop a shared rhythm, carving tunnels together and laughing over missteps as they accidentally collapse tunnels or uncover unexpected pockets of valuable ore.”
- “If you’ve got a group of friends and want something that’ll have everyone laughing, yelling, and blaming each other (in the best way possible), keep digging is a must-have.”
- “Game is surprisingly goofy and funny, would recommend for gamers with more than 3 friends :d”
replayability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
58%
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Overall, the game suffers from significant limitations in replayability, with many players noting that once the content is exhausted, there is little incentive to return. While some find value in the initial entertainment and cooperative play, the lack of challenge, creativity, and optimization detracts from long-term enjoyment. Despite its low price, the consensus is that the game offers a brief, one-time experience rather than lasting replay value.
- “This is well worth the money due to the length, the abilities, the upgrades, and replay value.”
- “Nearly every game I've played that has been described as friendslop has been fun, replayable, and showed a level of care towards creating an enjoyable experience to share with your loved ones.”
- “Whether you’re coordinating with friends to carve out a path or stumbling into hilarious situations underground, the cooperative aspect adds so much energy and replayability.”
- “Replayability is limited; once you've tunneled through the content, you've seen everything on offer.”
- “It's a buggy, horrendously optimized mess with no replayability, creativity, or fun to be had beyond laughing at how poorly constructed the game is.”
- “No hope at all for replayability and it's just kind of a decent way to waste about two hours.”
stability
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is widely criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, connectivity issues, and poor optimization that hinder the overall experience. While some players find it enjoyable in a casual setting, the frequent glitches and hardware demands detract significantly from gameplay, leading to frustration and a lack of replayability. Overall, the game is described as a "buggy mess" that requires significant improvements to achieve a stable and enjoyable experience.
- “Ultra runs great on 5090, sort of rust tunnel graphics; it was a nice filler for the day. I'm intrigued to see how the game progresses.”
- “Game runs great.”
- “Very buggy, very hardware intensive for no reason. Connectivity issues made playing with friends frustrating, which was the only point.”
- “It's a buggy, horrendously optimized mess with no replayability, creativity, or fun to be had beyond laughing at how poorly constructed the game is.”
- “Love the concept of this game. I have system-recommended requirements, but this game is so buggy and laggy.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with players expressing disappointment over its brevity and the absence of a compelling narrative. While some appreciate the game's aesthetics and multiplayer experience, many feel that it requires a more developed storyline to enhance the overall experience. Overall, the story aspect is rated poorly, with suggestions for improvement.
- “Story 10/10”
- “It reminded me of digging a hole but a different story.”
- “The game is beautiful in group play; I would like to suggest adding more story elements to enhance the experience.”
- “It's kind of like a game about digging a hole, but this game needs a lot more story content as I finished it in 2 hours.”
- “I was hoping there would be a boss or something at the end; there is, but it's dumb and the game seems to have no story to it, which is weird considering what's at the end.”
- “Story and tutorial = 2/10”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be balanced and rewarding, with a mix of cooperative play and light-hearted fun. While some grinding is necessary for progression, particularly with tiered resources, it doesn't feel overly tedious or rushed, allowing for a casual experience that can be enjoyed in short bursts. Overall, the game offers a satisfying grind without overwhelming players, though some may find the need for repetitive tasks a bit tedious.
- “The game itself is obviously still in development so expect some bugs, but there is a hint of comedy in the game, and a bit of grinding with your friends. Don't expect hours of fun; it's a good 30 minutes of clicking the hell out of your mouse, then you move on to something else.”
- “Level tiered ores, for example, you need a level 7 pickaxe to pick up diamonds, meaning more grinding of lower tier ores to build up cash.”
- “You can live with it, but the lack of it makes the gameplay feel a little tedious.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game's profound emotional journey, noting its ability to inspire and educate while leaving a lasting impact. The soothing yet suspenseful soundtrack enhances the emotional depth, contributing to a narrative that transitions from hope to disillusionment. Overall, the game is praised for its blend of mechanical satisfaction and emotional resonance.
- “The soundtrack itself is soothing yet suspenseful, perfectly complementing the pacing of the game and adding to its emotional depth.”
- “If there’s one thing that truly sets Keep Digging apart, it’s the emotional journey it takes you on.”
- “This is a title that doesn’t just entertain—it educates, inspires, and leaves an emotional mark on everyone who plays it.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The music in the game is described as subtle yet impactful, enhancing the overall experience with a soothing and suspenseful quality that adds emotional depth. Players appreciate how the soundtrack transforms gameplay into a therapeutic experience, although some express a desire for more engaging activities outside of the music. Overall, the end credits music leaves a lasting impression, contributing to the game's charm.
- “The soundtrack, though subtle, adds warmth and tranquility to the experience, turning what could have been monotonous work into something almost therapeutic.”
- “The soundtrack itself is soothing yet suspenseful, perfectly complementing the pacing of the game and adding to its emotional depth.”
- “You would have more fun digging outside your house, playing some music, cracking some beers with the boys, stepping on a little dog poop, good times yeah.”
- “The credits rolled, the music swelled, and I found myself staring at my reflection in the monitor, questioning both my life choices and the number of minerals one human should reasonably collect in sixty minutes.”
- “The end soundtrack is comfortable.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a "lazy cash grab," with users noting that while it is free to play, it is heavily laden with microtransactions. Comparisons to other games suggest that this title offers less content despite its monetization approach.
- “It's free to play, and despite the presence of microtransactions, it offers a wealth of content.”
- “The monetization model is fair, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend.”
- “I appreciate that the game provides plenty of free content while still offering optional purchases.”
- “Over there it's free (despite a lot of microtransactions) and has way more content than this one.”
- “Lazy cash grab.”
- “This may have been a paid advertisement.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of "Keep Digging" is characterized by its charming and contemplative nature, enhanced by effective sound design that complements the gameplay. The cooperative experience transforms simple mechanics into a deeply engaging journey, emphasizing teamwork and steady progression.
- “The sound design complements this atmosphere perfectly.”
- “In the end, Keep Digging is a charming and contemplative cooperative experience that transforms a simple mechanic into something deeply engaging through atmosphere, teamwork, and steady progression.”