By XYZ STUDIO · Windows · macOS
ReleasedDig, haul and wash for gold in an open-world heavy machinery simulator. Operate excavators, wheel loaders and bulldozers, reshape the terrain and build your washing setup. Work solo or team up in online co-op to turn untouched ground into a working site.
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Steam edition · Researched Nov 9, 2026 · Guide updated Nov 9, 2026.
You can adjust the difficulty settings to suit your preference. The game also features a mode playable without timed input, allowing you to work at your own pace while managing heavy machinery and site operations effectively.
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The primary goal is to reshape the landscape to uncover gold. You must dig trenches and cut into hillsides, then process the excavated material through your wash plant to recover gold from the dirt.
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The engine provides simulated hydraulic feedback that creates resistance when your bucket meets the ground. You must adjust your angle and utilize available hydraulic power to successfully cut through terrain and lift heavy loads of material.
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First, drill and test the land to locate gold-rich ground. Once you choose a digging spot, set up your wash plant, excavate the material, run it through sluice boxes, and process the final concentrate on the shaking table.
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You must bring water to your washing operation using pumps and hoses. Carefully position your equipment and route connections across the site to ensure water flows where needed, adapting your setup as the worksite grows.
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You must load your heavy machinery onto a trailer and haul it using a truck. Plan your route carefully to navigate tight turns, slopes, and rough terrain before unloading your equipment at the new site.
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Always watch your traction and choose your approach carefully, especially when carrying a heavy load. If the ground is too difficult, you may need to improve the terrain beneath your wheels before you can continue working.
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Yes, you can divide the work in online co-op. You might coordinate by having one player operate the excavator while another handles transport, ensuring material keeps moving efficiently between the digging area and the wash plant.
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Every scoop changes the ground, creating new routes and steeper slopes. The ground you leave behind becomes the foundation for your next job, so you must plan your approach to ensure the site remains functional for future tasks.
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The game offers full controller support, including specific compatibility for DualShock and DualSense controllers. This allows you to choose your preferred input method while managing the realistic physics of your heavy machinery.
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For Groundwork Simulator · Steam edition.
Decision guide updated 2026-10-29. Based on the publisher listing checked 2026-11-09; this is not a firsthand review.
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Steam source ↗ · Checked Nov 9, 2026. Platform editions may differ in features, prices and save compatibility.
▶ Watch the official trailer on Steam ↗Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1070 — 8 GB VRAM DirectX: Version 12 Storage: 10 GB available space Additional Notes: Groundwork Simulator’s detailed soil and water physics place a heavy load on the CPU. These complex simulations make the game demanding, even if its visuals may suggest otherwise.
Minimum: Requires an Apple processor OS: Tahoe or greater Processor: Apple M4 Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: Apple M4
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