Mr.Mine
- September 30, 2020
- playsaurus
- 192h median play time
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Reviews
- gameplay206 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Mr. Mine" is characterized by a blend of simple mechanics and engaging progression, making it an enjoyable idle game for many players. While the initial hours are captivating, the experience can become grindy and repetitive over time, with some players expressing a desire for more innovative mechanics and less reliance on microtransactions. Overall, the game offers a charming aesthetic and a variety of gameplay elements, but it may not sustain long-term interest for everyone due to its slow progression and occasional monotony.
“Drawing comparisons to popular idle mining games, Mr. Mine excels with its unique mechanics.”
“The inclusion of boss battles further diversifies the gameplay, breaking up the routine of mining and resource collection with some challenging confrontations.”
“With its addictive gameplay, charming graphics, and endless possibilities for expansion, it's no wonder that players around the world are quickly falling in love with this delightful mining adventure.”
“The core gameplay loop, while solid, doesn't deviate significantly from other games in the genre.”
“After some time it gets extremely grindy and you'll open the game once every 4-5-6-10 days to get a little more progress to just forget about it again; a prestige/reset mechanic that gives permanent bonuses would help this game a lot.”
“So in the end, most of the game's mechanics and upgrades feel completely pointless busywork to engage you in a system that really just wants you to pay to skip an incredibly slow and boring grind.”
- grinding120 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 4 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game is generally enjoyable but heavily grindy, with many players noting that it becomes tedious over time. While some appreciate the idle mechanics and find it a good time-waster, others express frustration with the slow progression and repetitive gameplay, suggesting that it may require significant time investment or even a second life to fully engage with. Overall, the grind is a defining feature, making it a mixed experience for players.
“It's not the best, but it has some nice quality of life features and isn't too tedious.”
“Mr. Mine is a cute little game that offers engaging gameplay for about the first hour or so and then turns into a slow, grinding, stare at the screen for 10 minutes and wait for something to happen kind of game.”
“After some time it gets extremely grindy and you'll open the game once every 4-5-6-10 days to get a little more progress to just forget about it again; a prestige/reset mechanic that gives permanent bonuses would help this game a lot.”
“This game just never ends... you complete it, and then the dev releases new insanely grindy levels and bye bye completion.”
- graphics99 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players describing them as simple, charming, and reminiscent of retro pixel art, while others criticize them as low-quality and lacking detail. Despite the visual shortcomings, some players appreciate the game's colorful and appealing art style, which adds to its nostalgic charm. Overall, while the graphics may not be the game's strongest aspect, they are often seen as fitting for the gameplay experience.
“The art style is very charming and feels very natural.”
“The graphics in 'mr. mine' are colorful and appealing, with cute character designs and vibrant environments that bring the game world to life.”
“Visually, 'mr. mine' features a delightful pixel art style that adds a touch of whimsy to the gameplay.”
“Graphics are somewhere between charming and awful.”
“The graphics from this game look like a meth addict was to draw a visual representation of what underneath earth looks like.”
“The graphics on this are very bad and the gameplay is worse.”
- story84 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth, with many users noting that it feels non-existent or minimal, typical for idle games. However, some players appreciate the interesting setting and the quests that provide a sense of progression, despite the overall narrative being underwhelming. While there are elements of discovery and world-building, the gameplay often overshadows any potential story, leading to mixed feelings about its narrative value.
“This game is very good because of the story and the discovery of worlds and ghosts, but you have to find time for it.”
“Fun idle game, I played Clicker Heroes in the past and got this game recommended, and I don't regret it even a little bit. This game is really fun with a more interesting story than Clicker Heroes and satisfying progression.”
“However, the story is entertaining and it changes from all the monster clicker games.”
“Aside from some interesting references and some tidbits here and there, coupled with a very interesting setting, there is no story to speak of.”
“This game has no story.”
“Story nonexistent (no surprise since it's an idle game) and an overall fine idle game to waste time with.”
- monetization48 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn mixed reviews, with many players criticizing it for being heavily reliant on predatory microtransactions and advertisements that hinder progress. While some users appreciate that microtransactions are not mandatory for advancement, others feel that the game is designed to push players towards in-game purchases, making it feel like a cash grab. Overall, the monetization approach has led to frustration among players, particularly regarding the limitations imposed on gameplay without spending money.
“This game is a very good idle game with honestly no microtransactions past midgame; there's some early game but they're not forced or invasive.”
“Nice little idle game, good mechanics; microtransactions are only for buying tickets and don't feel necessary to progress.”
“The game is very well designed and I like that the microtransactions aren't mandatory for good progression.”
“The entire game is built around predatory microtransactions.”
“This game is awful, and really pushes in-game purchases by offering garbage in the few chests you do get.”
“Far too many things are heavily limited by things tied to microtransactions.”
- humor28 mentions
- 96 % positive mentions
- -7 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, featuring cute and funny illustrations, hilarious miner messages, and a charming art style that enhances the overall experience. While some users noted issues with the UI and the potential to miss humorous interactions while offline, the game's comedic elements and engaging mechanics make it an enjoyable and addictive experience. Overall, players appreciate the lightheartedness and variety of humor throughout the game.
“I strongly recommend this game.. it has great mechanics, funny character sprites, tons of variety, and there is always something to look forward to while you're playing.”
“The miner messages are hilarious!”
“The art is charming, the few words are funny, and it has a good sense of accomplishment.”
“The UI is too amateurish for me; it's supposed to be funny, but it looks cheap.”
“The jokes fall flat and feel forced, lacking any real wit or charm.”
“I expected a lot more humor, but the attempts at comedy just feel cringeworthy.”
- stability15 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is currently plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, affecting gameplay elements such as drones, trading, and resource management. While some users note that the developers are actively working on updates to address these issues, the overall stability remains a significant concern, leading to frustration among players.
“I only decided to write this review when I realized that the game was too buggy to bother with.”
“The game is also buggy, with the trader not making some deals (stealing your resources and giving you nothing) and I've read some other users have experienced other issues.”
“Far too buggy in its current state, with certain resources not selling properly, resulting in a vast majority of your profits early game being gone. On top of that, the game requests admin privileges every time on startup for some reason.”
- music13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as relaxing and enjoyable, with some standout tracks that enhance the gameplay experience. However, many users feel that the game lacks a more extensive soundtrack, making it better suited for background listening rather than a focal point. Overall, while the music is appreciated, it could benefit from more variety and depth.
“Music is relaxing but makes you feel like you have to accomplish something!”
“Then there’s also the one musical track that accompanies the player, which has some very nice moments to it.”
“Good music and the tunnels sub game is a very nice touch.”
“Also needs a soundtrack badly.”
“Its not a bad little game, I find it's pretty fun to kill time, kick back, and listen to music while playing, though my biggest gripe with Mr. Mine is just how long certain things take in-game; certain things just feel like they take a century to complete.”
“Idlers may not be everyone's cup of tea, but I find them enjoyable to have running in the background while playing something more active or perhaps working on another hobby with music going in the background.”
- replayability9 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
"Mr. Mine" boasts impressive replayability, featuring over 100 drills, multiple mine levels, and various events that provide endless content for players. While the initial gameplay may start slowly, it quickly evolves into a more engaging experience, making it ideal for those seeking a casual yet deep gaming adventure.
“But perhaps the most impressive thing about Mr. Mine is its endless replay value.”
“Endless content and replayability: with over 100 drills to unlock, numerous mine levels to explore, and a variety of events to participate in, Mr. Mine offers a seemingly endless amount of content to keep you entertained.”
“It's a perfect choice for those seeking a casual and relaxing gaming experience with plenty of depth and replayability.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Overall, players report significant issues with optimization, particularly following the latest update, which has negatively impacted performance and introduced frustrating mechanics like weapon "migration." While some users note minimal performance issues, the lack of features for efficiency optimization in a mining-focused game detracts from immersion and enjoyment.
“As you progress, you'll encounter a variety of obstacles and challenges that require strategic planning and resource optimization.”
“There's very few performance issues; the game might crash 1 in 30-40 times after launch.”
“Latest update broke performance; the new combat system is terrible, with weapon 'migration' straight up deleting my better weapons and replacing them with unleveled garbage.”
“As a game about mining, the lack of features and information for efficiency optimization destroys all immersion and makes the game frustrating.”
“There's very few performance issues, but the game might crash 1 in 30-40 times after launch.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight that while "mr. mine" features colorful graphics and appealing character designs, they do not specifically address character development, suggesting that the focus may be more on visual aesthetics than on deepening character arcs or growth.
