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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Ryzen 1600x or Intel 7500k Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 970 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible

Gemporium: A Cute Mining Sim

Niche cult favorite
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Released August 7, 2025
sample: 423 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
89/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 94 % · 1,099 reviews (« Very Positive »)
9,75€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Gemporium turns mining into a cozy addiction: 24 out of 24 players call it addictive, and 21 out of 21 praise its relaxing vibe. Nearly all reviews since launch remain warm, with 91% positive, even as some warn the experience feels short.

What it's about: Extrayez, raffinez et vendez des gemmes plus ou moins rares à des clients impatients ! Découvrez Gemporium, un jeu de simulation où vous gérez votre mine. Employez votre temps avec rigueur lorsque vous achetez vos améliorations et faites la réputation de votre boutique jour après jour.

In-game

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« scratches the same itch as the mining minigame in pokemon diamond/pearl + shining the gym badges. very cute and fun! »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played3321
« This came out on my birthday. I love moles and I love digging in the dirt for objects. It was meant to be. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played1
« I've been waiting years for a game like this. Getting to mine into a wall and have to strategically dig through rubble and rock to find the gems to refine and help pay for Grandmole's debt is everything I wanted! »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played1
« Cute lil game with cute lil characters. Reminded me of the gem shop from webkinz but with more involved gameplay. Took 8 hours to beat which made it a nice weekend activity. »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played1
« Jeux super chill avec une histoire assez drôle quand y prends le temps à lire ! »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Ce jeu est facile à prendre en main, les graphismes sont tout mignon ! Je passe un bon moment dessus malgré les répétitions des tâches, je le recommande ! »
👍 anonymous review · 16 h played
« The gameplay is fun but the demands are way more than the time can handle. It is an insanely hard game. It may appeal to some but to me it was just too damn hard. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played1
« Succés "véritable complétionniste" buggé donc 100% impossible. »
👎 anonymous review · 9 h played
« A cute game and the idea is initially fun, but there is nothing beyond the first 5 minutes. It's multiple hours of repeating the exact same thing, and I feel that they could have done a lot more than what they did. »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played
« Cute artstyle, bad execution. Too repetitive, somewhat boring dialogue. Would rather play Potionomics. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« This game has the harshest, most stressful timers and demands of dexterity. Plenty of penalties and plenty to screw-up. It is not relaxing in the slightest. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Excellent jeu, hate d'avoir des updates, peut être des améliorations après le end game. Addictif à souhait »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played

In players' words

« scratches the same itch as the mining minigame in pokemon diamond/pearl + shining the gym badges. very cute and fun! »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played3321
« The gameplay is fun but the demands are way more than the time can handle. It is an insanely hard game. It may appeal to some but to me it was just too damn hard. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played1
« This came out on my birthday. I love moles and I love digging in the dirt for objects. It was meant to be. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played1
« Succés "véritable complétionniste" buggé donc 100% impossible. »
👎 anonymous review · 9 h played
« I've been waiting years for a game like this. Getting to mine into a wall and have to strategically dig through rubble and rock to find the gems to refine and help pay for Grandmole's debt is everything I wanted! »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played1
« A cute game and the idea is initially fun, but there is nothing beyond the first 5 minutes. It's multiple hours of repeating the exact same thing, and I feel that they could have done a lot more than what they did. »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played
« Cute lil game with cute lil characters. Reminded me of the gem shop from webkinz but with more involved gameplay. Took 8 hours to beat which made it a nice weekend activity. »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played1
« Cute artstyle, bad execution. Too repetitive, somewhat boring dialogue. Would rather play Potionomics. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Jeux super chill avec une histoire assez drôle quand y prends le temps à lire ! »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« This game has the harshest, most stressful timers and demands of dexterity. Plenty of penalties and plenty to screw-up. It is not relaxing in the slightest. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Ce jeu est facile à prendre en main, les graphismes sont tout mignon ! Je passe un bon moment dessus malgré les répétitions des tâches, je le recommande ! »
👍 anonymous review · 16 h played
« Excellent jeu, hate d'avoir des updates, peut être des améliorations après le end game. Addictif à souhait »
👍 anonymous review · 9 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
73 % pos · n=147
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=30
Story / writing
86 % pos · n=29
Content / longevity
24 % pos · n=29
Value for money
62 % pos · n=13
Interface / UX
17 % pos · n=12
Audio / music
75 % pos · n=8
Performance
50 % pos · n=2
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay147108318
Graphics / art303000
Story / writing292513
Content / longevity297616
Value for money13832
Interface / UX122010
Audio / music8602
Performance2101
Stability / bugs1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 8 h on median; those who dislike it: 5.1 h.

<2h
68 % (n=25)
2-10h
91 % (n=292)
10-25h
95 % (n=101)
>25h
100 % (n=5)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Aug 2025 : 88% positive88AugOct 2025 : 81% positive81OctNov 2025 : 94% positive94NovDec 2025 : 92% positive92DecJan 2026 : 100% positive100JanFeb 2026 : 91% positive91FebMar 2026 : 89% positive89MarApr 2026 : 88% positive88AprMay 2026 : 84% positive84MayJun 2026 : 79% positive79JunJul 2026 : 100% positive100Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€5.27€6.53€7.80€9.06€10.332026€5.85

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 07, 2025 · All-time low: €5.85 (Jun 06, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

9 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 20 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 39,5 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

This game on Twitch

Strengths

  • Gameplay that hooks instantly: 108 positive mentions out of 147 highlight its addictive loops
  • Aesthetic charm that never falters: graphics earn unanimous praise with 30 positive mentions out of 30
  • Story adds unexpected warmth: 25 positive mentions out of 29 prove its narrative pulls players in
  • Accessible relaxation for short sessions: 68% positivity under 2 hours shows it delivers even in brief playthroughs

Weaknesses

  • Content runs thin for some: 16 negative mentions out of 29 call the volume repetitive or lacking
  • UI frustrates more than it helps: 10 negative mentions out of 12 reveal clunky menu navigation
  • A few technical hiccups linger: 1 negative mention out of 1 flags occasional bugs, though rare

Who is it for?

Players craving laid-back, rewarding loops will adore Gemporium, especially if they enjoy cute aesthetics and light storytelling. Those needing deep progression systems or long-term replayability may feel shortchanged.

Is Gemporium: A Cute Mining Sim worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 94% of 1,099 Steam reviews are positive (player score 89/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay that hooks instantly. Current price: 9,75€.

Verdict

Gemporium’s cozy charm and smooth mining loops make it a standout for relaxation seekers, but its brevity and UI quirks hold it back from perfection. At 94% positive overall, it’s a delightful diversion—just don’t expect an endless grind.

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