Gold Miner

A true Flash-era classic, Gold Miner is a wildly addictive arcade game where timing and strategy rule. Your goal is simple: haul in enough gold and treasures to hit the cash target for each level. Swing your claw, snag diamonds, avoid worthless rocks, and stock up in the shop between rounds. With its charming graphics, escalating challenges, and satisfying upgrades, Gold Miner is one of those “just one more level” games that will have you digging for hours.

How to play Gold Miner

Basics of the Game

You control a miner equipped with a swinging claw. Your objective is to collect gold, diamonds, and other valuables scattered underground by timing your claw drops with the Down Arrow key (or tap on mobile). Each level has a set cash target, and you need to reach it before time runs out.

Valuable vs. Worthless Items

Larger gold nuggets and diamonds are worth more, but they take longer to haul in. Smaller items come up faster but offer lower payouts. Rocks, skulls, and ore slow you down and are worth little to nothing—avoid them unless strategic.

Using Dynamite

Grabbed the wrong item? Press the Up Arrow key to toss a stick of dynamite and blow it up. Use this wisely—dynamite is limited and must be purchased between levels.

Shopping Between Levels

Between levels, spend your earnings in the shop. Helpful items include:

• Lucky Clover – Better rewards from grab bags
• Diamond Polish – Increases diamond value
• Rock Collector’s Book – Triples rock value (useful in rock-heavy stages)
• Strength Drink – Speeds up pulling heavier items
• Dynamite – Blows up unwanted items mid-haul

Controls

• Keyboard
  • Down Arrow – Drop claw
  • Up Arrow – Throw dynamite
• Mouse – Navigate menus On desktop, you can also play with a connected controller or touch screen.

FAQ

How do I beat a level?

Reach the monetary goal shown at the top of the screen before the time runs out by collecting valuable items like gold, diamonds, and money bags.

What does dynamite do?

When you catch an unwanted item (like a rock), press the Up Arrow to toss dynamite and destroy it. This saves time and lets you go for more valuable targets.

Are shop items permanent?

No, most shop items last for one level only. Spend wisely based on the level’s layout and your remaining cash.

Why can’t I click some buttons?

Since this is a Flash game running through emulation, some UI elements might not function. Just click “Play Again” at the end of each level to continue.