SteamWorld Dig

 Xbox One
Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. Gaming Age
    Jun 21, 2015
    91
    Steamworld Dig is all about exploring the great underground unknown, and all about the promise of something cool and mysterious waiting for you if you'll just dig a little deeper. The Xbox One version of the game may not bring anything new to the table, but that doesn't make it any less worthwhile if you haven't already played it.
  2. ZTGD
    Jun 10, 2015
    90
    Steamworld Dig is a simple game that capitalizes on a simple concept and uses it to its advantage.
  3. Gaming Nexus
    Jun 26, 2015
    85
    A great twist on a genre almost as old as gaming itself, SteamWorld Dig gives platforming an injection of life and spirit that stands out from the crowd in this age of blockbuster gaming. It's worth playing for many reasons, but the fresh way it handles platforming is reason enough itself.
  5. LevelUp
    Jun 7, 2015
    84
    Brief and simple, SteamWorld Dig: A Fistful of Dirt is also addictive and fun, with just the right amount of entertainment for your coin.
  6. X-ONE Magazine UK
    Aug 22, 2015
    80
    SteamWorld Dig's ramshackle caverns are a threat to traverse, and while Rusty's underground excursion is over a little too quickly, there are plenty of distractions to be found on the way. [Issue#127, p.84]
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  7. DarkStation
    Jul 24, 2015
    80
    The exploration is awesome. The upgrade system is awesome. The game was just awesome. Its available on damn-near every platform and if you haven’t played it yet you definitely should.
  8. Pure Xbox
    Jun 8, 2015
    80
    This is one platform game that should not be missed.
  9. MondoXbox
    Jun 14, 2015
    77
    An absorbing gameplay, thanks to a very well crafted advancement system, makes SteamWorld Dig a worthwile game even if it could have done a bit more on the variety front.

Awards & Rankings

20
#20 Best Xbox One Game of 2015
88
#88 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2015

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 21 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 21
  3. Negative: 1 out of 21
  1. jeffbizloc
    Aug 24, 2017
    8
    Well done game which mixes exploring and platforming. Not as good as Steamworld Heist but also came before it. Can't wait for the sequel.Well done game which mixes exploring and platforming. Not as good as Steamworld Heist but also came before it. Can't wait for the sequel.

    Pros:
    - Cool powers and upgrades added as you progress
    - I had a lot of fun just digging through and making paths
    - Final boss was pretty tight

    Cons:
    - Almost wish there was more platforming
    - Wish there was more bosses as well
    - The very beginning (before warps were introduced) I didn't understand (or missed) how to get upgraded and started that you had to return to the surface a couple times    … Full Review »
  2. ItsMuchMore
    Jun 26, 2015
    6
    This Game !!!! it took me back to when my love for gaming started with dig dug in the 90’s. The 2D platform works great.

    You actually have    This Game !!!! it took me back to when my love for gaming started with dig dug in the 90’s. The 2D platform works great.

    You actually have to think about your moves; if you don’t then life is made a lot harder for you trying to play this game.

    It’s one of them games were you find yourself addicted, Very easily and quickly. The start of the game starts a little hard work and slow, but once you start picking the correct tools and perks you’re soon on your way.

    Compared to top platform games it does somewhat sit behind them, but if your wanting to work your mind and have a little fun then BUY THIS GAME.

    Full Review @ItsMuchMore    … Full Review »
  3. tom974
    Aug 30, 2023
    7
    Nice game, the mechanics is fairly addictive and the upgdrades make it sweeter along the time. The main cons being the necessity to go backNice game, the mechanics is fairly addictive and the upgdrades make it sweeter along the time. The main cons being the necessity to go back way too much in the first 2/3 of the game, making it a bit frustrating, but once again, the upgrades make it more fluid along the run.… Full Review »
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