In Gemporium: A Cute Mining Sim, players step into the role of a mole who must dig for gems until they accumulate a million dollars—an amusing twist on the word ‘million.’

Initially, it may seem like a simple game where one merely digs for gems in a whimsical mine, and that’s indeed how it starts. However, the excitement quickly escalates.

As the story goes, the protagonist inherits not just a cozy home and gem shop from the late grandmole but also a hefty million-dollar debt. To repay this monstrous loan, the mole embarks on an adventurous journey to unearth gems buried deep within the mine’s walls. The mining process itself is an engaging mini-game where players must tap with a hammer to free gems from their rock prisons.

After some initial success in mining and gem sales, players are encouraged to upgrade their equipment. Once I swapped my hammer for a more efficient drill, my mining experience improved dramatically, facilitating the extraction of pristine gems with fewer cracks—thereby increasing profits.

The game introduces a variety of interesting upgrades over time, which help players enhance their profitability and unlock new features like haggling with customers.

Ultimately, what started as a short play period led to a surprising loss of time, as I became engrossed in the charming mechanics and depth of Gemporium. With a demo available now, eager players can explore this delightful world further before its full release on August 7.