Free Mining Games on Steam
Steam currently has 503 Mining games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free Mining game rankings were last updated on 5/10/2024.
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1. Muck
Muck is a survival-roguelike. Collect resources, find items & build a base to survive for as long as you can.
Muck holds the #1 spot for "best free Mining game on Steam" with a Player Score of 93. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 163,676 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 153,765 positive reviews and 9,911 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It 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).
2. 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 #2 spot for the best free Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,226 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,043 positive reviews and 1,183 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Mr.Mine on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/1/2020 |
| Developer | Playsaurus |
| Publisher | Playsaurus |
| Steam App Id | 1397920 |
3. Infinitode 2 - Infinite Tower Defense
Infinitode 2 - a strategy in the Tower Defense genre, in which the player will have to build towers to protect his base from endless waves of enemies. The game features huge maps, lots of towers, resource miners, upgrade tree and map editor.
Infinitode 2 - Infinite Tower Defense has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,025 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,790 positive reviews and 235 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Infinitode 2 - Infinite Tower Defense on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
4. Idle Cave Miner
Idle Cave Miner is an idle game about crafting items, mining gems, and building your team of miners. Prestige, craft, and travel to other mines to increase your strength to dig deeper, and find what lurks below.
Idle Cave Miner has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 111 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 78 positive reviews and 33 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Idle Cave Miner on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/8/2023 |
| Developer | Cold Hours |
| Publisher | Cold Hours |
| Steam App Id | 2289450 |
5. PickCrafter
Conquer PickCrafter, the hit indie idle game! Break blocks, forge equipment, and collect powerful Pickaxes. Prestige to legendary tiers with the new Ascension Skill Tree. Discover biomes and battle epic bosses. Make meaningful choices and invent complex builds in this addictive endless adventure!
PickCrafter has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,471 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,599 positive reviews and 872 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play PickCrafter on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. MergeCrafter
Welcome to the magical world of Runaria! Explore dungeons, chop trees, mine rocks, and discover hidden treasure! Merge identical items to create valuable resources, Craft new tools and upgrade them with powerful enchantments! Setup passive mining drills and tree farms to rebuild your camp!
MergeCrafter has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 653 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 482 positive reviews and 171 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play MergeCrafter on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
7. Mini World: CREATA
Mini World is a 3D free sandbox game about adventure, exploration, and creating your dream worlds. There is no grinding or leveling up. No IAP gate that locks features from free to play players. Everyone can enjoy the game’s full features with great freedom
Mini World: CREATA has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,072 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,308 positive reviews and 1,764 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Mini World: CREATA on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/28/2018 |
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| Steam App Id | 814480 |
8. Crypto Miner Tycoon Simulator Starter Edition
Start in your bedroom in year 2010. Build rigs to mine Bitcoin, Ethereum and other crypto coins. Trade on the market to grow wealth. Expand your business into new offices. Hire skilled employees and assign tasks. Use cash from your mega farms to research new technologies.
Crypto Miner Tycoon Simulator Starter Edition has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,125 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,000 positive reviews and 125 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Crypto Miner Tycoon Simulator Starter Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/24/2023 |
| Franchise | CreativeForge Games |
| Developer | Bigosaur |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2304990 |
9. A Mining Game
An idle Mining Simulation game, Compete against other miners to reach the top of the leader boards, Build an army. Climb your way through the combat tower with friends. And compete in daily events
A Mining Game has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 212 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 139 positive reviews and 73 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 7/20/2019 |
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| Publisher | Trillium Studio Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 659500 |
10. Underminer
Welcome to Underminer, an underground adventure game set in a subterranean world. Mine minerals, earn money, upgrade your drill machine and descend deeper into the earth. The truth about 'legendary minerals' and an exciting underground world are waiting for you!
Underminer has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Mining games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 416 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 395 positive reviews and 21 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 1/11/2024 |
| Developer | Team GongMyeong |
| Publisher | Jungle Game Lab |
| Steam App Id | 2735870 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 52 best free Mining games available on Steam.
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 | 1,684 | 6/5/2021 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,079 | 10/1/2020 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 337 | 5/6/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 332 | 12/8/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 184 | 12/14/2017 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 164 | 8/23/2022 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 146 | 4/28/2018 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 31 | 4/24/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16 | 7/20/2019 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 1/11/2024 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 2/12/2019 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 10/27/2020 | 40 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 1/6/2022 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 1/22/2021 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 10/18/2012 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 12/8/2023 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 7/26/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 5/10/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 8/24/2022 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 2/14/2021 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 10). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 10). Muck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 13). Mr.Mine on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Infinitode 2 - Infinite Tower Defense on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Idle Cave Miner on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). PickCrafter on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). MergeCrafter on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 9). Mini World: CREATA on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). Crypto Miner Tycoon Simulator Starter Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 2). A Mining Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Underminer on Steam. Steam Store.