Mining & Tunneling Simulator

15%
Game Brain Score Based on 33 reviews
  • gameplay
  • graphics
  • stability
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Blast the rocks and drill tunnels beneath cities. At the beginning you have enough time and no major problems. Once the TNT charges are placed you can start the blasting to create the tunnel entrance. The excavated material will be loaded by a shovel dozer on a dump truck and transported to the storage site. As soon as the entrance is cleaned up the huge tunnel drilling machine will march up. But …

  • PC
  • Windows
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

15%
Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews
story1 positive mentions
stability5 negative mentions
  • The game features unique gameplay mechanics that provide a different experience compared to other simulators.
  • It runs smoothly at 60FPS on some systems, despite its age.
  • Some players find enjoyment in the repetitive nature of the gameplay, especially as they progress through the tunnel.
  • The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, including frequent crashes and unplayable levels.
  • Graphics and visuals are outdated, often compared to low-quality graphics from older consoles.
  • Controls and camera angles are poorly designed, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • gameplay9 mentions

    The gameplay is noted for its unique challenges across different maps, with a focus on resource management like concrete and fuel. However, players criticize the slow vehicle dynamics, tedious drilling mechanics that often jam, and a steep learning curve due to confusing mechanics, leading to a repetitive and frustrating experience. Overall, while the game offers distinct gameplay elements, it suffers from significant pacing and clarity issues.

    • “The reason I recommend it is the very unique gameplay, which I haven't found in other games.”
    • “On the topic of gameplay, it really is very unique with each map posing a new challenge.”
    • “The gameplay is engaging and offers a variety of challenges that keep it interesting.”
    • “Gameplay itself hasn't changed since the non-Steam release, though the physics were better in that version.”
    • “One is that the vehicles and overall gameplay is relatively slow; the vehicles barely have any top speed or acceleration.”
    • “The gameplay is tedious, extremely boring, and repetitive.”
  • graphics9 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely criticized for their outdated quality, often compared to Sega Saturn or even 1980s standards, which is expected given its age since release in 2010. Many users note that the visuals are average at best, with performance issues that can severely impact gameplay, particularly in certain areas where the graphics strain the system. Overall, while some appreciate the nostalgic charm, the graphics are generally seen as a significant drawback.

    • “The graphics are average, but then again the game is old.”
    • “Graphics and controls are what you can expect from a simulator, but as your tunnel grows, it feels great to take a van down it while trying to avoid hitting your train.”
    • “Starting off, we have the graphics and visuals which don't look very modern, though I'm not expecting much from a now 8-year-old game.”
    • “The graphics are like 1980's quality and the game is so badly written that it can't run at more than 7fps in certain parts of the map because the background city graphics lock up the GPU/CPU.”
    • “Graphics are about Sega Saturn quality.”
    • “Starting off, we have the graphics and visuals which don't look very modern, though I'm not expecting much from a now 8 year old game (since it released in 2010 or so).”
  • stability5 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent glitches, bugs, and occasional freezes that disrupt gameplay. While some glitches have been addressed in the Steam release, many players still report persistent problems, such as vehicles flying off the map and floating cameras, leading to a generally messy experience.

    • “The second issue is all the bugs and glitches that are very common in this game.”
    • “Vehicles tend to fly out of the map, cameras are floating away, and game freezes do happen; it's just very messy in this part.”
    • “The glitches are awful.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    The game generally runs smoothly at 60fps on capable systems, but some users report performance issues that can be mitigated by lowering the graphics quality, which significantly enhances performance without a noticeable loss in visual fidelity.

    • “While all this, the game runs smoothly at 60fps with no drops on my computer.”
    • “From what I can tell, the first thing you have to do is turn the graphics quality down because you can't really see a difference in quality, but the performance improves dramatically.”
    • “I've heard about some performance issues.”
    • “From what I can tell, the first thing you have to do is turn the graphics quality down because you can't really see a difference in quality, but the performance improves significantly.”
  • story2 mentions

    The game's story is praised for its phenomenal storytelling, emotional depth, and engaging drama, which effectively captivates players. However, technical issues, such as a broken camera for the support vehicle, can detract from the experience, making certain missions unplayable.

    • “Phenomenal game, it's got good storytelling and underlying emotional themes, as well as drama to entice the player.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is generally considered unremarkable and somewhat boring, while the sound effects, particularly the crash sounds, are noted to be excessively loud.

    • “The music is a bit boring, and while the sounds are okay, the crash sounds are very loud.”
    • “The soundtrack lacks variety and fails to engage the player.”
    • “The music feels repetitive and doesn't enhance the overall gaming experience.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The game is praised for its exceptional storytelling and deep emotional themes, effectively engaging players through dramatic elements that enhance the overall experience.

    • “Phenomenal game, it's got good storytelling and underlying emotional themes, as well as drama to entice the player.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, boring, and repetitive, leading to a lack of engagement and enjoyment.

    • “The gameplay is tedious, extremely boring, and repetitive.”
    • “Grinding feels like a never-ending chore that takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
    • “The constant need to grind for resources makes the game feel more like a job than a fun experience.”
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