I’ve just released the free version of Gem Miner to the market today. Extended version will follow in a couple of days time…
Gem Miner, out now!
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October 26, 2009 at 1:28 pm
fantastic, i’ll download it now
September 27, 2010 at 2:42 am
this game is AWESOME!!! I have only bought a few things through the market because either A. I’m tired of getting screwed or B. The demo’s were enough to know I didn’t want to waste my money. But Gem Miner: Dig Deeper was the best $2.13 I spent. I look forward to a sequel or even updates to this game..great job!!!
October 26, 2009 at 6:29 pm
Wow, this game is fun! Does it have an ending or does it just go on forever?
October 28, 2009 at 12:50 am
Not in the free version, it’s just freeform exploration.
October 29, 2009 at 12:09 am
Nice addictive game !
I would love to see a (co-op) multiplayer version !
October 29, 2009 at 12:12 am
I plan to add both co-op and competitive modes using the new bluetooth api in 2.0 (eclair)
October 30, 2009 at 2:37 pm
Thx I’ll be waiting for it =)
November 2, 2009 at 6:03 pm
Simply a great game ! Does it have an end in the registered version ?
November 3, 2009 at 12:15 am
The full version does have an aim – a giant gem at the bottom.
November 5, 2009 at 11:09 pm
I am addicted to this game! Are there any plans for releasing an internet version to be played on a pc?
November 7, 2009 at 12:04 am
Great game, I play it for hours every day, haha, that’s bad. It takes forever to get to the bottom! I have more than 12 lifts, large and small, its takes a while to get back to where I was mining. Can’t wait to get the gem, it will be an accomplishment for sure! I don’t know if i’m close, but I think you should add larger capacity bags, cause I’m already at the limit and have plenty of stamina left when done. Thanks again
November 8, 2009 at 6:13 am
WOW, copy miner dig deep much?
November 8, 2009 at 6:17 am
Please see the answer elsewhere on this blog about the originality of Miner Dig Deep.
November 14, 2009 at 4:43 am
True, there are similartities between mining game genres but this game its evident that you have copied every gameplay aspect from MDD you even took its name and added “gem” and “er” to the end
To make things funnier for full version your charging more than the original game you copied.
I hope you have contacted the original developer or you better pray that they dont find this game.
November 19, 2009 at 4:03 am
I don’t think you have played both games, otherwise you would know they are very different.
November 9, 2009 at 8:17 am
Hi,
When will the Pro version be out, hope you will put it out on Slide Me as well. Don’t have access to the market and paid software.
November 14, 2009 at 7:46 am
When will dig deeper be on SlideMe?
November 19, 2009 at 4:04 am
SlideME currently has a bug preventing me from adding Gem Miner. As soon as they fix the issue I will upload it.
November 15, 2009 at 4:03 am
when you set down ladders.. can you pick the them back up
November 19, 2009 at 4:04 am
Not at present
November 17, 2009 at 10:58 am
When will the Pro version be out, hope you will put it out on Slide Me as well. Don’t have access to the market and paid software.
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November 22, 2009 at 6:15 am
How do I improve stanima
April 11, 2010 at 11:46 pm
eather a survival kit or return to surface and go past the tent
March 11, 2011 at 6:11 pm
NO if you wanna upgrade stamina you have to buy sleeping bag it upgrades your stamina
November 22, 2009 at 3:15 pm
while this game is extremely similar to the flash game Motherload, i extremely enjoy the free version, and look forward to the full one.
November 24, 2009 at 10:17 am
Hi!
Fantastic game, just bought it!
It would be great if you would provide a Desktop version of this game!
brgds
manfred
November 24, 2009 at 5:25 pm
It’s a really fun game dude BUT from coder-to-coder you’ll need to balance the game play JUST a little and add some enhancements:
* allow for ladders to be picked up and re-used which should balance out search/mine/payback ratios
* more animation and some particle effects
* show how much money has been earned so far as you’re mining materials
November 24, 2009 at 10:05 pm
Love the game so far, but I am a little disappointed in the endings. I purchased the full version Gem Miner: Dig Deeper and so far have finished both the low and medium difficulty levels (possible spoiler?) with practically identical ending results and experience between the two levels.
The free demo only includes the low difficultly level. Paying for the full version, Gem Miner: Dig Deeper, unlocks the medium and high levels. I would of thought that the progressively more difficult levels would as the name implies, allow you and require you to “Dig Deeper” to complete the level.
Is there a problem with my copy of the game on the medium level? Do I need to uninstall the demo for the full version to work properly? I don’t mind the money I paid for this game as it is worth it, but at this point I don’t plan on investing more time on the game at the high level if the difficulty levels don’t change the game and the game does not in fact allow you to “Dig Deeper”.
December 2, 2009 at 12:36 am
Hi,
I intend to add more content in future updates.
Just to be clear, the easy difficulty in the demo has a limited depth and no end – the full version easy mine is 5 times bigger. Harder difficulty levels have fewer gems and more rocks. All levels are randomly generated each time you start a new mine.
Completing the hard level opens up a little easter egg.
December 9, 2009 at 3:30 pm
Still confused here. (*spoiler*) Is there more to “completing” a level than finding the 100K rock? I have now “finished” all three levels with identical results and no easter egg that I saw. When I completed the hard level it suggested that I try a harder level (isn’t that the hardest level?). What am I missing here? Is there more game play than finding the big gem at the mines bottom center of each level?
December 9, 2009 at 3:41 pm
That’s it for now and it is a bit dry in that sense. See the thread on Android Forums on the game. I’d like to see a lot of different approaches. It’s a nice game with a lot of potential and it’s my favorite game on the phone right now. It still should evolve.
March 12, 2010 at 1:37 am
There was a bug which meant that completing the game on hard didn’t open the easter egg. This is fixed from a couple of updates ago, but only works for save games created since that update.
December 1, 2009 at 4:03 am
Would you consider getting a free forum setup? That would allow your users to get together and compare notes and fill in the gaps regarding documentation. We could also more easily dialog and share input on features, strategies, etc.
December 4, 2009 at 9:52 pm
Very addicting little game. I just have one question; what is the purpose of the drill available for purchase? I’d also enjoy the ability to retrieve ladders to sell back to the store.
December 9, 2009 at 3:34 pm
If I’m not mistaken, I believe the drill works with less effort than the pick so your dude uses less stamina to break rocks. I’ve only tried the cheapest drill and I found it to be a little more time intensive to break rocks. I ended up opting to keep upgrading the picks instead, but perhaps others can comment if they have tried upgraded drills.
January 26, 2010 at 11:22 pm
Once you get the second drill ($3000) it not only uses no stamina, it drills through plain rock and most ores/gems in one tap. The first drill is kinda slow (easy to get crused by falling rock if you don’t use a support…can’t crack the next rock fast enough) but it too uses no stamina. Once you upgrade the drill, you won’t go back to the pick…
December 5, 2009 at 5:39 pm
Hey, just bought this today and played it for hours already…
Hopefully in an update you’ll enable us to pick up and reuse ladders. Not a fan of seeing random ladders all over the place 🙂
Amazing addictive game!
December 9, 2009 at 3:41 pm
I’m not sure if I’d find enjoyment in scavenging ladders to sell back to the store (its Gem Miner, not Ladder Hoarder), but perhaps allowing the ability to pick up and move a single ladder at a time would add something to the game. There might be some additional puzzle solving skills involved in moving ladders individually while not getting yourself into too dangerous of a position or in a situation you can’t get out of.
January 7, 2010 at 11:59 pm
I agree picking up ladders would be fantastic as they bug me and would add an extra dynamic to the game if you run out… LOVE it though, although I waste far too much time on this game 😉
March 12, 2010 at 1:38 am
Ladders and supports can now be removed in the full version of the game with the saw upgrade.
December 11, 2009 at 12:47 am
When Will the pay version come to slideme.want to buy this game
December 11, 2009 at 7:26 am
hi, i can’t get it anywhere as i m living in asia, singapore. could u help ?
December 11, 2009 at 7:28 am
hi, i can’t get the PAID version anywhere as i m living in asia, singapore. could u help ?
December 12, 2009 at 12:50 am
i love the game 2 very frustrating things though,
1) It does not pause when a text message is recieved from handcent, I have lost lives under a falling bolder due to this 🙂
2)it force Closes when Handcent quick reply is being used.
Keep up the good work vey pretty any playable game
December 14, 2009 at 1:21 am
what does the drill do? Im not sure why you would not just simply upgrade the pick?
December 14, 2009 at 1:54 am
The drill uses less stamina than the pickaxe, and becomes more powerful than the most powerful pick at higher levels
April 11, 2010 at 11:44 pm
can you go thr rocks with it?
April 12, 2010 at 8:57 am
no. I’m considering adding dynamite to do so, but it could possibly present some gameplay problems.
December 15, 2009 at 5:44 pm
Compre el juego y me entretiene cavar pero quiero saber como se graba el juego si me quito empieza de nuevo, ayudenmen por favor
January 1, 2010 at 9:42 pm
how do u play?
January 25, 2010 at 3:21 am
Hi. Could you provide screenshots of the different types of gems to be found and the worth? Also, will you make a game for the pc? This game is sooooo addicting! LOVE IT!!!
January 27, 2010 at 3:50 am
Does anyone know all of the different types of gems and their worth? How far do you have to go down to find the “BIG GEM”? I just discovered the “blue” gems. Am I close to the end of the game?
January 30, 2010 at 12:31 am
I’ll post something along these lines soon…
February 16, 2010 at 2:34 am
Will you please make a version of the game for the pc or one of the game systems like ds or the wii? Or could you make another game similar to this game but with different items? I beat the game on all levels and slots and I cant find another game like this one. Is there another game like this? Thanks
February 4, 2010 at 12:09 am
Can anyone tell me where to buy gem miner dig deeper?
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February 16, 2010 at 11:08 pm
Is there a game similar to this on the internet or can I buy one for my computer? I would love to play this on something besides my phone.
July 1, 2010 at 6:21 am
There are several similar flash games available. Try searching for “Motherload game”.
October 16, 2012 at 8:49 am
Comparing Motherload Game to Gem Miner is an insult to Gem Miner!
February 27, 2010 at 1:49 pm
I really can’t figure out how to play gem miner on my HTC hero. There needs to be a help tool or how to play tutorial.
March 2, 2010 at 7:19 am
Make sure you enable the tutorial when you first start a game. If you are unable to dig, check you haven’t accidently tapped in the bottom right – if the pickaxe has a red circle around it, it means it has been disabled – tap again to enable it.
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March 18, 2010 at 6:03 pm
I had the full version of this game on my old phone (a rooted HTC magic with AT&T in America). I got my new at&t compatible Nexus One today… for some reason I can’t find the full version of this game in the market…
Any ideas as to what could be wrong?
April 11, 2010 at 10:45 pm
How do you save your game? I see 3 save game icons, but when you press the menu or back button during a game it doesn’t ask to save – only option is quit. Please let me know how you do this.
April 12, 2010 at 8:56 am
Hi,
You can save by standing in front of the tent at the top and tapping on the icon that appears above your head.
April 11, 2010 at 11:43 pm
i love this game i play on my mom’s phone all the time. i just wish i could play online
April 16, 2010 at 4:30 am
A few times I make a. Mistake and need a “do over command” is there an undo in the game?
May 17, 2010 at 6:41 pm
I like this game a lot. thanks for making such a fun pastime game.
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June 18, 2010 at 4:10 am
great game, nice one
June 20, 2010 at 9:36 am
A question: is there a way to purchase the game for the regions where paid appmarket is unavailable? I mean maybe alternative stores, web payment, etc?
July 1, 2010 at 6:19 am
The game is also available from SlideME.
June 20, 2010 at 10:20 am
Also on my G1 it appears that ladder shortcuts does not work, have to go through inventory to place ladder each time.
June 28, 2010 at 9:20 am
oh my god this game is brilliant. Simple and so addictive. thank you for making it & here’s to many more fabulous games
July 1, 2010 at 7:36 pm
As many have mentioned before I too love this game. I play it way more then I should. A PC or Flash version of this game would be the best. Maybe one where the map and the mine (and maybe even the inventory) were displayed at the same time. I spend a lot of time opening up the map. Great job on this game.
P.S. I saw on the main page a note about closed beta testing. I do beta testing at the company I work for. How can I become a tester for you.
Tom
July 2, 2010 at 1:37 am
A post should be up later today with more details on the beta test.
If you search for “mining game” you should be able to find similar flash games for PCs.
October 10, 2011 at 6:45 pm
I have, but could not find anything as wonderful as GEM Miner Dig Deeper.
July 14, 2010 at 2:40 pm
I have already burned hours of my life away on this game – as have much of my family… its like a tetris addiction! Oddly though, I bought the saw so I could reuse ladders and supports but it does not work for me – its not in my inventory, no short cuts seem to work and no matter much tapping I do, I cycle only through the pick and the drill. Is there a help guide? Something to explain how each thing works?
July 14, 2010 at 5:25 pm
Is there a reason I can’t find the full version (Dig Deeper) on the Android market? I’m on the G1 if that matters. Basically, I’d like to give you some money, but can’t.
Thanks.
July 15, 2010 at 12:51 pm
Odd, I am using the android as well though it is second generation. Try searching it through the browser?
It works great on the droid but seems to struggle transitioning from the Free version to the Full version.
Phil is exceptionally helpful. Good luck!
July 21, 2010 at 2:12 am
Same here! I am on the G1 as well. I cant find it anywhere! How can I give you my money?!?!
SUPER ADDICTING! I must have the full version; please help?
July 15, 2010 at 3:23 pm
Hi I’m on HTC wildfire and this isn’t on my market?? How come, I’d love to buy it!
(Neither version is in there)
July 27, 2010 at 2:04 pm
I cannot find this game in my android apps! I only have the original gem miner, can you please help me to understand where to find the upgraded gem miner? I love this game! It is the best app so far! And I really want to purchase the full version of dig deeper. Thank You.
July 28, 2010 at 9:14 pm
i tried to get the paid version on the android market but it wont even find it, i see the free version but not the paid one… also is there a pc version of the game?
July 28, 2010 at 9:20 pm
never mind i got it!!!
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August 12, 2010 at 1:47 pm
Is there any chance this will be released as an app for ipod touch? I was playing it on my brother’s phone and got addicted.
September 2, 2010 at 7:32 pm
I want to see Gem Miner for Pc. 🙂
September 4, 2010 at 12:54 am
I downloaded the free version. For some reason when I try to buy the pay version I get an error. What do I do? My phone is the T-mobile Motorola Cliq.
September 26, 2010 at 11:17 pm
Sorry for being a noob but I can’t figure out how to use the supports… any help please? 🙂
October 2, 2010 at 4:09 am
i agree. i would really like to see a PC version of this game.
October 6, 2010 at 7:42 pm
make Gem Miner for pc ❤
October 17, 2010 at 1:35 am
what dose the drill do
?
October 19, 2010 at 6:46 am
Once purchased, the drill can be selected by tapping on the pickaxe icon at the bottom right. It is similar to the pickaxe, but does not use as much stamina when used. The first drill you buy will likely be less powerul than your current pickaxe, but when upgraded it can become much more powerful.
November 12, 2010 at 5:24 pm
This game for PC would be great, maybe even connect it to FB, I really enjoy this game on my Droid.
December 1, 2010 at 5:18 pm
i got this on my bell phone
December 13, 2010 at 7:41 pm
I’ve been playing it today and it’s pretty adictive! Reminds me of Infiniminer and Minecraft but in 2D.
It still doesn’t have co-op? D:
And… Can I translate it so the translation is included with the game in the Market? It doesn’t have a lot of text, but it would be useful for the challenges, for example.
January 2, 2011 at 9:14 pm
How do you use the saw to pick up ladders? I purchased the saw but I am stuck down in a shaft because I can not find the saw in my invintory to use it
January 2, 2011 at 9:17 pm
Never Mind I figured it out….
April 22, 2011 at 5:46 am
Whats the answer? I cant figure it out.
January 9, 2011 at 8:10 pm
i LOVE this game i beat it 2million times at least on hard for the full version not including medium,easy,or freeplay
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February 16, 2011 at 10:11 pm
I love this game! Please explain why my (Dwarf?) character turned into a cow. I’m not complaining – my daughter got a huge laugh over it (she’s only 9). Is there something special about being a cow?
Thanks,
muskratsam
March 3, 2011 at 12:30 am
🙂
Once you’ve completed the hard difficulty level you can start a new save with the cow by long-pressing on your selected difficulty level button.
March 20, 2011 at 2:16 am
can i play this on my ubuntu box?
October 16, 2011 at 5:40 am
pls küld
February 6, 2014 at 8:35 pm
How do you use the saw can’t figure it out pretty frustrating
February 7, 2014 at 12:51 am
Hi. To use the saw, tap and hold in the centre of the screen. After a second you will remove any wooden object behind you.
November 16, 2015 at 8:46 am
lol…it’s 2015 and I just discovered this game! I’ve been searching for a way to keep the stamina increased (because it’s so darn expensive buying all of the camping stuff), but all I see is Gem Miner 2 posts. After seeing a video of it…I’d rather stay with the original version. But, as I’ve seen on so many posts, I can’t find the paid version of the first one. Did you not release one and just release Gem Miner 2 instead? I was hooked on Robo Miner for the past year and it got boring. I haven’t played Gem Miner long enough for that to happen yet and I hope it doesn’t, but, by the few posts I did see about it, it eventually will. 😦 Are there any games with the visuals similar to the original Gem Miner or to Robo Mier…with the bricks to mine instead of just a plain playing field?? Thanks!