A Game About Digging A Hole
February 7, 2025
Critic Score
73.1
15 critic reviews
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Critic Reviews (15)
Graphics
42.0
Gameplay
58.0
Story
31.0
"A Game About Digging A Hole is an honest title that doesn&s;t try to be something it’s not (with the exception of that rather questionable stealth section at the end). While technically solid—thanks to the Unreal Engine—the progression feels a …"
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35.0
Gameplay
80.0
Story
40.0
"A Game About Digging a Hole is exactly what it promises: a simple, silly and unpretentious experience, but one that delivers honest fun for those looking for something different and without commitment. Its basic gameplay loop — digging, finding items, …"
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65.0
Gameplay
90.0
Story
75.0
"I recommend giving A Game About Digging A Hole your time. That way, you can see what a simulator can provide and how it pushes the envelope a little bit in terms of where it wants to go with the …"
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30.0
Gameplay
45.0
Story
20.0
"A Game About Digging a Hole is a minimalist experience that will not blow you away. However, it is enjoyable in small doses. I liked the straightforward action and the freedom to explore. However, a lack of structural items creates …"
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60.0
Gameplay
85.0
Story
20.0
"A Game About Digging A Hole was a nice, calm distraction from the chaos of all the multiplayer shooters. I found the whole experience oddly addictive and just ploughed through whilst listening to my favourite podcasts."
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40.0
Gameplay
70.0
Story
60.0
"A Game About Digging a Hole isn’t about plunging into the depths of humanity, or a critique of capitalism; it’s a game about digging a really large hole and enjoying your time doing it. If you’re after a game where …"
Read original review"While it swings a little deeper than you’d expect for such a simple premise, some wonkiness and inconsistencies hold back the experience in the end"
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60.0
Gameplay
80.0
Story
70.0
"A Game About Digging A Hole™ doesn’t disappoint in terms of gameplay. It is literally a game about digging a hole. There is something quite enjoyable about digging, gathering ores, selling and then upgrading the tools. The ending is somewhat …"
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30.0
Gameplay
85.0
Story
60.0
"A Game About Digging A Hole is a small, sincere delight: tactile digging, a satisfying upgrade loop, and a warm, minimalist personality deliver excellent value at a coffee‑price. It’s perfect for short breaks and casual completionists, with surprising replayability for …"
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30.0
Gameplay
50.0
Story
40.0
"This is a game about digging a hole in the ground and it&s;s just as fun as it sounds, if not more!"
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30.0
Gameplay
25.0
Story
40.0
"Ultimately, the gameplay is the same from start to finish. Dig for a while, fill your inventory, fly out of the hole, sell your ores, upgrade if you can afford it, go back in the hole. You start to feel …"
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35.0
Gameplay
92.0
Story
65.0
"It’s such a relaxing game at its core. You’re just digging a hole, collecting all the resources, upgrading stuff, and continuing the cycle over and over until the very end."
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30.0
Gameplay
30.0
Story
70.0
"Maybe it’s just me, or maybe the mainstream market has moved beyond what I can appreciate, but despite the brief fun it offers, I struggle to understand where A Game About Digging a Hole really fits. I wasn’t expecting a …"
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70.0
Gameplay
60.0
Story
50.0
"A Game About Digging a Hole is exactly as it says. So, if you&s;re looking for something a bit more engaging, I wouldn&s;t recommend this game. However, if you&s;re looking for a quick, satisfying, and easy game in which you …"
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75.0
Gameplay
92.0
Story
30.0
"A Game About Digging A Hole may not revolutionize the gaming world, but it doesn’t have to. It’s a small, well-crafted experience that delivers exactly what it promises. If you’re in the mood for something light and relaxing—or if you’re …"
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