SteamWorld Dig: A Fistful of Dirt

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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 97 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 66 out of 97
  2. Mixed: 27 out of 97
  3. Negative: 4 out of 97

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  1. nusco
    Oct 26, 2018
    7
    A short but thoroughly enjoyable underground exploration that keeps you in the loop until you're done.
  2. bulger_paul
    Dec 3, 2018
    5
    I decided to check this one out after I enjoyed Steamworld Heist, and I thought it was very meh. It gets repetitive very quickly, which is especially problematic because it takes five hours or less to beat. It's fine, it just failed to make an impression on me.
  3. Locke_Cole
    Mar 24, 2018
    6
    Aunque divertido, SteamWorld Dig tiene un planteamiento bastante simple y poco inspirado, salvo en lo artístico. Es un juego sumamente depurado en su gameplay, el cual es fluido y adictivo, pero no llega a brillar del todo puesto que los niveles no se prestan para explotar al máximo sus posiblidades. Pese a esto considero que es un juego sólido y adictivo para lo que dura, no lo pasé mal yAunque divertido, SteamWorld Dig tiene un planteamiento bastante simple y poco inspirado, salvo en lo artístico. Es un juego sumamente depurado en su gameplay, el cual es fluido y adictivo, pero no llega a brillar del todo puesto que los niveles no se prestan para explotar al máximo sus posiblidades. Pese a esto considero que es un juego sólido y adictivo para lo que dura, no lo pasé mal y creo que con niveles mejor diseñados, y una cierta vuelta de tuerca para afinar detalles podría ser un juego muy interesante. Esperaré a una rebaja para ver si SteamWorld Dig 2 mejora en lo que he señalado.… Expand
  4. EdwardG
    Jul 27, 2020
    6
    Steamworld Dig is fairly limited in scope and it's a very short experience, but it has a very addictive gameplay loop in digging progressively further down a mine to find more and more valuable gems while periodically coming back to the surface to sell them and buy upgrades to your gear. There are also new abilities to be found down the mine to help you keep going further down too. It'sSteamworld Dig is fairly limited in scope and it's a very short experience, but it has a very addictive gameplay loop in digging progressively further down a mine to find more and more valuable gems while periodically coming back to the surface to sell them and buy upgrades to your gear. There are also new abilities to be found down the mine to help you keep going further down too. It's pretty simple but it is fun.

    There's a mostly barebones story and a boss fight at the end that's just okay. The visuals are fine but nothing special, and music seemed to be absent for a lot of the game. Again though, it must be said that this is a fun game that doesn't overstay it's welcome. It's well worth picking up as it often goes on sale to just a couple quid.    … Expand
  5. GlennGlenny
    Jun 6, 2018
    7
    I went back to this after some time after completing Dig2 having dropped off about half way through previously, This time I was able able to push through and the game is quite enjoyable, I felt it was maybe a little harder although that could have been because it's more laborious than its successor with fewer teleports and ways to get back to the surface there's more traversing up and downI went back to this after some time after completing Dig2 having dropped off about half way through previously, This time I was able able to push through and the game is quite enjoyable, I felt it was maybe a little harder although that could have been because it's more laborious than its successor with fewer teleports and ways to get back to the surface there's more traversing up and down to be done. The great writing and characters are evident in this game and it has charm aplenty if you can stick it though those frustrations.… Expand
  6. ALTYN
    Jun 15, 2021
    5
    The game is ok if you want to spend about 5 hours, but there are tons of better games to be honest. Spelunky or Terraria are better games in similar jenres
  7. Nitroade24
    Sep 1, 2020
    7
    Fun gameplay loop with some fun powerups along the way but it gets repetitive at points. It laid the groundwork for the even more brilliant sequel.
  8. PS1Snake
    Nov 12, 2021
    7
    This game was fun. It's worth the small amount the game actually costs. It isn't super difficult, I really only died a lot when there were a lot of enemies surrounding my loot, but it stays for a while so it isn't a big deal if you leave the your ores until you're prepared. I don't know why but I decided to replay this game 2 weeks ago instead of playing one of the 3000 games on my backlogThis game was fun. It's worth the small amount the game actually costs. It isn't super difficult, I really only died a lot when there were a lot of enemies surrounding my loot, but it stays for a while so it isn't a big deal if you leave the your ores until you're prepared. I don't know why but I decided to replay this game 2 weeks ago instead of playing one of the 3000 games on my backlog but I did and I enjoyed it even more. The characters aren't memorable at all, and it isn't super revolutionary, but the main gameplay loop is entertaining enough to the end. Also I give it bonus points for getting me to play Hollow Knight.… Expand
  9. ophone
    Aug 27, 2023
    7
    Basically a great game. Its setting, its gameplay, its graphics and its sound effects are all top notch for such a game and it gives great satisfaction to dig deeper into the mine to gather different metals and gems.
    But it's definitely too short.
  10. ironfoam
    Apr 23, 2022
    5
    I found the game a bit too repetative. It had some entertaining aspects to it and cool graphics, but it was not enough to really get me fully engaged.
  11. Oddlennon
    Oct 16, 2022
    7
    This game was fun while it lasted. My only issue is that it abruptly stopped.
    I thought I’d moved onto a next level or something, but no. Just the end of the game.

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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. Worth Playing
    Jul 13, 2018
    73
    As a sum of its parts, Steamworld Dig: A Fistful of Dirt still holds up reasonably well. If you haven't jumped in yet, start your journey here before tackling the sequel. The gameplay may feel limited if you've already completed the sequel, but A Fistful of Dirt is still an incredibly fun platformer.
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  2. DarkStation
    Mar 2, 2018
    70
    Overall SteamWorld Dig has a lot of potential for some fun. Unfortunately, due to the tedium of going to and from the town to make money just isn’t for me. It’s a very well built game though, so if you like grinding, or if it doesn’t bother you, you like can’t go wrong with SteamWorld Dig. However, if you’re like me and tedious tasks tend to gnaw at your attention very quickly maybe give this one a pass and try Spelunky instead.
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  3. Gaming Nexus
    Feb 28, 2018
    80
    Steamworld Dig is a fun game, but it’s pretty short and can get repetitive after a while. My first playthrough clocked in at just under four hours and most of the game is mining, going back to town to cash out and upgrade, and repeat. That said though, Steamworld Dig is still a good game, and ten dollars is a decent price for it, but just take note that more expert level gamers might be disappointed in how short the game can be.
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