Mining Days official cover
DISCOVER ON STEAM

Mining Days

By DNA ARMY GAMING · Windows

Released
Get it on Steam ↗

Step into a peaceful low-poly mining world and build your own growing mining operation! Start with a simple pickaxe, break rocks, discover valuable ores, hire different types of workers and watch your small site transform into a productive automated bussiness.

DESCRIPTION SUPPLIED BY THE DEVELOPER THROUGH STEAM

Inside the game.

Screenshots supplied by DNA ARMY GAMING through Steam.

FIND YOUR KIND OF PLAY

Before you play.

Game style
Indie · Simulation
Platforms
Windows

Check the official page for current availability, supported devices and any in-game purchases.

ANSWERS FOR YOUR FIRST SESSION

Mining Days gameplay guide and player questions

Steam edition · Researched Nov 9, 2026 · Guide updated Nov 9, 2026.

Our guidance

How do I begin my mining journey in the game?

You start your operation with a simple pickaxe and a pile of rocks. Your primary goal is to break these stones to discover valuable ores, which you then sell to fund your initial equipment improvements and expansion.

Based on source 1.

Source facts

What is the primary purpose of collecting different types of ore?

Every piece of valuable ore you collect is essential for your progression. These resources provide the earnings necessary to purchase upgrades, bringing you closer to improving your tools and increasing your overall mining efficiency.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

When should I consider hiring workers for my mine?

As your mine grows and the workload increases, you should hire miners, sorters, and logistics workers. They take over the hard work of breaking rocks and carrying resources, allowing you to manage a larger, more productive operation.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

How can I improve the speed of my mining operation?

You can increase your mining speed by using your earnings to upgrade your tools and your workers. Investing in these areas ensures your operation becomes faster and more efficient as you steadily expand your mining site.

Based on source 1.

Source facts

What roles can I assign to my hired staff?

You can hire workers to perform specific tasks such as breaking rocks, sorting materials, and managing logistics. Assigning more workers as your operation grows helps keep the resources flowing smoothly without you needing to do everything yourself.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

Is there a specific way to progress through the game?

The game features relaxing incremental progression. You start small and gradually build a larger, more efficient operation by consistently using your earnings to improve your tools, workers, and overall mining efficiency over time.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

What should I focus on to ensure my mine keeps running?

To keep your operation running, focus on upgrading your workers and improving your tools. By investing in your team and equipment, you ensure that resources are handled efficiently and your mining speed remains high.

Based on source 1.

Source facts

What kind of gameplay experience can I expect?

The game is designed around simple, satisfying gameplay featuring a colorful low-poly style. It emphasizes a relaxing experience where you can take your time watching your workers perform their jobs as your mine grows.

Based on source 1.

Source facts

Does the game support multiple players?

This title is strictly a single-player experience. It is designed for you to build your own growing mining operation at your own pace, though it does support Steam Family Sharing for your convenience.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

How does investing in my mine affect its growth?

The more you invest your earnings back into your tools and workers, the faster your operation becomes. This cycle of reinvestment is key to transforming a small mining site into a highly productive and efficient operation.

Based on source 1.

Sources & scope

  1. Publisher description on Steam ↗Checked Nov 9, 2026

AI-assisted research with automated evidence and consistency checks. Good Game Daily organizes publisher information into practical answers. Guidance is an editorial interpretation of those sources. These notes are based on source research rather than a firsthand playtest; editions and later updates may differ.

YOUR NEXT STEP

Try a sample before deciding on the full game

For Mining Days · Steam edition.

  1. Open the separate demo listing and check its own requirements. The full game lists Windows; the demo can differ.
  2. Use the demo to check whether the controls, readability and pace suit you. Save transfer to the full game is not verified here.
  3. The full-game US price snapshot is 4.14 USD; check the current price in your region.

Decision guide updated 2026-10-29. Based on the publisher listing checked 2026-11-09; this is not a firsthand review.

PC EDITION · STEAM

Choose how you play.

Platforms
Windows
Play modes
Single-player
Languages
English
Release date / window
Oct 30, 2026
Full game price · US
4.14 USD
Free demo
Listed on Steam

The full game and its demo may have different availability. Prices are a US storefront snapshot. DLC and in-game purchases may cost extra.

Steam source ↗ · Checked Nov 9, 2026. Platform editions may differ in features, prices and save compatibility.

Mining Days official trailer thumbnail▶ Watch the official trailer on Steam ↗
Windows minimum requirements

Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 (64-bit) Processor: Intel Core i5-3570K / AMD FX-8310 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 1650 / AMD Radeon RX 470 DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 2 GB available space Sound Card: any

macOS minimum requirements

Minimum:

Linux minimum requirements

Minimum:

From the community.

No discussions yet. Share your experience after playing.

KEEP EXPLORING

More in your kind of genre.

Related by shared genres. Platforms and play modes may differ.

Privacy settings

We count page loads and popular game pages in daily totals. We do not create visitor IDs, analytics cookies, or browsing profiles.

Changes apply to future counts. Earlier totals cannot be linked back to your browser. Your account and bookmarks are unaffected. Read our privacy details.

YOUR NEXT GOOD CONVERSATION

Good games.
Better company.

Sign in to start one thoughtful discussion a day and reply whenever inspiration strikes.

By continuing, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.
ONE TOPIC. EVERY DAY.

Start something good.

Ask a question, share a discovery, or tell us what has you hooked.

One new topic per account per day, resetting at 00:00 UTC. New posts are reviewed before appearing publicly.