Star Mining Co.

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Star Mining Co. is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Barney Whiteman and was released on April 21, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

In Star Mining Co., you drill through procedurally generated asteroids to reach their valuable cores, uncovering treasures along the way. Starting with minimal equipment, you upgrade your drill using earned profits to tackle tougher challenges. Strategic customization and resource gathering are key to mastering the ever-changing asteroid belt.

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Play Modes

Single-Player

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

replayability3 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

Very fun little roguelite with an addicting gameplay loop.
Great game with a lot of content and interesting mechanics.
The developer is responsive to issues and has quickly released patches to improve the game.

The game is poorly balanced, with RNG making progress frustratingly inconsistent.
Frequent crashes and performance issues make the game unplayable for many users.
Limited replayability and a lack of meaningful challenges after initial runs.

replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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67%
The game offers limited replayability, as players note the absence of a new game plus mode or additional challenges beyond completing the main game. After a few runs, the incentive to replay primarily revolves around achieving specific accomplishments rather than varied gameplay experiences.
- “The game offers a variety of paths and choices that make each playthrough feel unique, enhancing its replayability.”
- “With multiple character builds and strategies to explore, I find myself coming back for more even after completing the main story.”
- “The random elements and different outcomes keep the gameplay fresh, making it enjoyable to replay.”
- “Limited replayability for a roguelike since there isn't really a new game plus or other challenges other than beating the game.”
- “Is it replayable after getting through a few runs other than achievements?”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally well-received, with users appreciating its quality, though many feel it is too short to fully develop its potential.
- “The story was captivating and kept me engaged from start to finish.”
- “I loved the depth of the characters and the intricate plot twists.”
- “The narrative was beautifully crafted, making every moment feel meaningful.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized as highly enjoyable and addictive, featuring interesting mechanics that contribute to its appeal, though some users note that the balance could be improved.
- “Very fun little roguelite with a very addictive gameplay loop.”
- “Fun little game that has interesting mechanics, albeit a little unbalanced.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent crashes and freezes occurring every ten seconds, particularly when interacting with certain features like the upgrade button after a boss encounter. This leads to frustrating interruptions and the need for constant restarts, hindering overall gameplay experience.
- “It crashes or freezes every ten seconds, so every time you make some progress, you have to restart.”
- “If you double-click the upgrade button after the boss, the game freezes.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users report that the game runs smoothly with minimal performance issues, although one user experienced a crash when using extreme zoom settings.
- “My run crashed with x0.01 zoom (for the laughs), but I have not encountered any other performance issues or bugs yet.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users recommend disabling fancy graphics settings and ensuring the latest version of Proton is used for optimal performance.
- “Just make sure to disable fancy graphics and use the latest version of Proton.”