Best Mining Games on Steam (for Mac OS)
Steam currently has 929 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 4/24/2026.
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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 8,897 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,494 positive reviews and 403 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 93, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Mac OS Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,838 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,791 positive reviews and 47 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 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 | $4.99 |
| 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 182,643 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 170,567 positive reviews and 12,076 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 2,667 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,556 positive reviews and 111 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 10,716 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,029 positive reviews and 687 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 15,763 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,659 positive reviews and 1,104 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 20,318 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,743 positive reviews and 1,575 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 44,078 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 40,352 positive reviews and 3,726 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. 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 #9 spot for the best Mac OS Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,970 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,855 positive reviews and 115 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 |
10. 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 89, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Mac OS Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,338 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,810 positive reviews and 1,528 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 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 27 | 9/22/2017 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 19 | 10/20/2023 | 93 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 537 | 6/5/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15 | 12/1/2017 | 92 | $3.74 | Steam Charts | |
| 62 | 12/5/2013 | 91 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 156 | 6/2/2016 | 91 | $12.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,791 | 9/27/2022 | 90 | $7.19 | Steam Charts | |
| 313 | 1/15/2019 | 90 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 22 | 4/17/2020 | 90 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 565 | 9/30/2020 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 15). Cattails: Wildwood Story on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 11). Muck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 15). Cattails | Become a Cat! on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 24). SteamWorld Dig on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 17). Turmoil on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 27). Dome Keeper on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 21). My Time At Portia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 2). Aground on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 24). Mr.Mine on Steam. Steam Store.