76%Strong matchGemCraft - Chasing Shadows
96%4k96% positive reviews, Overwhelmingly Positive across 4k reviews·Tower Defense · Singleplayer
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Mine. Maze. Merge. Survive. Dig for powerful gems, merge them into game-breaking towers, stack buffs, and pick roguelike perks to build wild synergies. Do not let enemies drag your miner to the lava!
Roguelike mining tower defense with endless build variety! Mazing, gem merging, roguelike perks, and physics-driven combat collide to create chaotic defenses and wild synergies. Gem Miner TD puts you in the role of a crafty miner tasked with creating deadly mazes, combining powerful gems, and surviving relentless waves. Every run feels fresh, unpredictable, and filled with dazzling chaos.




Easy to play, hard to master! Colorful pixel graphics, deep strategy, and endless replayability await. Climb the leaderboards, unlock the Vault to further customize your build, and push your limits in Endless Mode. Are you ready to maze, merge, and survive… or get dragged into lava, freezing water, or maybe the poison pits?

A passion project over three years in the making, carefully crafted for endless fun and discovery. Join our Discord server!
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