Idle Chop & Mine

The sawmill and the mine are perfect for those who aren’t afraid of hard work, and in “Idle Chop & Mine,” you get both right away. Up above, you manage the sawmill, while down below, you head underground yourself to mine for valuable resources. The sawmill runs almost entirely on its own: lumberjacks chop wood, and coins keep rolling in whether you’re in the game or not. The mine, however, requires your personal presence. Buried beneath layers of earth lie crystals, ancient dinosaur bones, and other rare finds—along with hidden bombs and explosives that you’d be wise to avoid. The mine is procedurally generated, and the deeper you go, the more valuable the resources become and the more surprises you’ll find. Among these are masks, weapons, and food, which you can add to your collection—and you’ll receive a nice bonus for completing the entire collection.

How to Play?

You start with a small sawmill. Hire lumberjacks to chop down trees and bring in coins. Use your profits to hire new lumberjacks and increase the sawmill’s income—both the regular income and the income generated while you’re away from the game. Once you’ve saved up some money, tap the cart, and the game will transport you to the mine. Before each descent, you can invest in upgrades: extend your digging time, speed up your work, and increase the value of the resources you mine. In the mine, dig your way down and collect everything you find along the way. The time for each descent is limited, so don’t linger. Watch carefully where you’re digging, and steer clear of bombs—if you bump into one, your descent will end immediately. Be sure to pick up any masks, weapons, and food you come across to complete your collection and earn a bonus.