Best Mining Games on Steam (for Mac OS)
Steam currently has 797 Mining games, but not all of them are able to be played on Mac. Explore our list of the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. Mining game rankings were last updated on 10/20/2025.
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1. SteamWorld Dig 2
SteamWorld Dig is back! Dig deep, gain riches and unearth the terrors of the underworld in this platform mining adventure influenced by classic Metroidvania style games.
SteamWorld Dig 2 holds the #1 spot for "best Mac OS Mining game on Steam" with a Player Score of 93. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,450 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,072 positive reviews and 378 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 9/22/2017 |
| Developer | Image & Form Games |
| Publisher | Image & Form Games |
| Steam App Id | 571310 |
2. Cattails: Wildwood Story
Become a cat! In this cozy life sim RPG, you'll lead your colony into the mysterious Wildwood. Hunt prey, harvest herbs, collect magical treasures, & defend your new home from intruders. Build a thriving town to recruit new cats. Get to know the residents, fall in love, & raise a litter of kittens!
Cattails: Wildwood Story has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Mac OS Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,692 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,650 positive reviews and 42 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $6.79 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $6.79 |
| Release Date | 10/20/2023 |
| Franchise | Falcon Development |
| Developer | Falcon Development |
| Publisher | Falcon Development |
| Steam App Id | 1882500 |
3. Muck
Muck is a survival-roguelike. Collect resources, find items & build a base to survive for as long as you can.
Muck has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Mac OS Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 178,849 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 167,198 positive reviews and 11,651 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Muck on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
4. Cattails | Become a Cat!
Become a cat! Cattails is a unique animal simulation RPG. Hunt for food, fight invading cats, explore to gather herbs, and socialize with other cats in an expansive open world. Get married and raise a family of kittens, befriend your neighbors, and learn to live in the dangerous wilderness!
Cattails | Become a Cat! has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Mac OS Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,621 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,514 positive reviews and 107 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.74 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $3.74 |
| Release Date | 12/1/2017 |
| Franchise | Falcon Development |
| Developer | Falcon Development |
| Publisher | Falcon Development |
| Steam App Id | 634160 |
5. SteamWorld Dig
SteamWorld Dig is an action-adventure puzzler with strong Metroidvanian influences set in the SteamWorld Universe. You’ll need to dig deep into the earth, gather resources to upgrade your tools and abilities, take on enemies, solve challenging puzzles and uncover the secrets to save a dying town.
SteamWorld Dig has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Mac OS Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,119 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,481 positive reviews and 638 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 12/5/2013 |
| Developer | Image & Form Games |
| Publisher | Image & Form Games |
| Steam App Id | 252410 |
6. Turmoil
Drill for oil like it's 1899! Turmoil offers players a visually charming, tongue-in-cheek take on the simulation genre inspired by the 19th century oil rush in North America.
Turmoil has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Mac OS Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,376 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,293 positive reviews and 1,083 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $12.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Turmoil on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
7. Dome Keeper
Defend against waves of alien monsters in this unique roguelike action miner. Dig for resources, collect useful gadgets, and upgrade equipment to increase odds of survival – just hurry back before your dome is destroyed!
Dome Keeper has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Mac OS Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,379 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,043 positive reviews and 1,336 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.19 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $7.19 |
| Release Date | 9/27/2022 |
| Franchise | Bippinbits |
| Developer | Bippinbits |
| Publisher | Raw Fury |
| Steam App Id | 1637320 |
8. My Time At Portia
Start a new life in the enchanting town of Portia! Restore your Pa's neglected workshop to its former glory by fulfilling commissions, growing crops, raising animals, and befriending the quirky inhabitants of this charming post-apocalyptic land!
My Time At Portia has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Mac OS Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 43,750 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 40,073 positive reviews and 3,677 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $29.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play My Time At Portia on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 1/15/2019 |
| Franchise | Pathea Games |
| Developer | Pathea Games |
| Publisher | Focus Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 666140 |
9. Mr.Mine
Explore the depths of the earth and uncover hidden treasures in this addictive idle mining game. Unlock the power of your drill with hundreds of upgrades, discover mysterious relics, and unearth priceless gems. Can you master the mines and reveal their deepest secrets? Dive in and dig deep!
Mr.Mine has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Mac OS Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,839 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,366 positive reviews and 1,473 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Mr.Mine on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/30/2020 |
| Franchise | Playsaurus |
| Developer | Playsaurus |
| Publisher | Playsaurus |
| Steam App Id | 1397920 |
10. Aground
As one of the last human survivors, you find yourself stranded on an uninhabited island. With a few other victims of the crash, can you craft, mine, and build your way to survival?
Aground has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Mac OS Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,897 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,785 positive reviews and 112 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 4/17/2020 |
| Franchise | FancyFishGames |
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| Steam App Id | 876650 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 25 | 9/22/2017 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 14 | 10/20/2023 | 92 | $6.79 | Steam Charts | |
| 817 | 6/5/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11 | 12/1/2017 | 92 | $3.74 | Steam Charts | |
| 34 | 12/5/2013 | 91 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 220 | 6/2/2016 | 91 | $12.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 637 | 9/27/2022 | 90 | $7.19 | Steam Charts | |
| 563 | 1/15/2019 | 90 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 859 | 9/30/2020 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11 | 4/17/2020 | 90 | $14.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 10). Cattails: Wildwood Story on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 6). Muck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 10). Cattails | Become a Cat! on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 20). SteamWorld Dig on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 28). Turmoil on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 12). Dome Keeper on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 26). My Time At Portia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 4). Mr.Mine on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 7). Aground on Steam. Steam Store.