# Dig Dog – Treasure Hunter — Action Roguelike Digger

> Action roguelike platformer with digging, treasure hunting, and procedural generation. (iPhone/iPad app by Rusty Moyher.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dig-dog-treasure-hunter/id1147716340 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Rusty Moyher](https://appshunter.io/developer/443831504)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Adventure
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 117 App Store ratings · 27 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 104 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish and 1 more
- Released: 2018-02-08
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dig-dog-treasure-hunter/id1147716340/reviews.md

## What is Dig Dog?

Dig Dog is an action roguelike platformer. Dig to discover treasure, adventure and bones! Jump, dash, stomp and dig your way through a strange world inhabited by stranger creatures.

Simple, expressive control scheme – Run, dig, drop, jump or dash using only three buttons! Also supports game controllers.

=== WHAT CRITICS ARE SAYING ===

“a solid pick-up-and-play roguelike platformer that will really test you.”
- Touch Arcade

"a really charming sense of style"
- 148 Apps

“a highly entertaining roguelike platformer"
- Pocket Gamer

“The game isn’t as good as hanging out with a real four-legged friend, but it has an irresistible charm that brings it pretty close.”
- TechRaptor

=== THE DETAILS ===

Play both Game Modes:

Bone Hunt – The roguelike treasure hunt. Dig for bones across four worlds of increasing difficulty. Battle enemies above perilous cliffs and sunken desert caves. Die a lot.

Free Dig – An endless digging experience. Dig through an infinite set of levels with minor challenge and no game overs. Progress is saved.

- Forge your own path as you creatively tunnel through each level.
- Travel to new worlds! Uncover stranger and more dangerous environments.
- Hunt for bones and treasure as you dive deeper.
- Discover shops and buy items, but don't get too greedy!
- A thumpin’ 8-bit soundtrack you’ll surely dig.

=== A WORD FROM THE DEVELOPER ===

Many of my favorite games growing up were platformers. So when I started making games for iPhone, I was keen on building a proper platformer for the system. I think my first attempt, SHAARK!, turned out fun but also quite short. 

Dig Dog is a much larger and richer experience. Each time you play, the levels are freshly generated. Of course the worlds get steadily harder, but as you dig more you’ll discover a variety of challenges and goals. Will you spend your coins on a helpful item at the shop in 1-3 or horde them in an attempt for a high score. Maybe you’ll try to unlock new Warp Bones or try and beat all 4 worlds without dying. Or maybe just chill out in Free Dig mode with some cathartic digging.

I love destructive environments. You can pretty much dig up a whole level if you want. (Although that can be quite dangerous.)

As you dig more, you may start to find some of the game’s hidden depths. For instance, if you fast stomp on an enemy you’ll create sparks that ripple to the left and right. These sparks are both useful and dangerous. It depends on when and how you use them.

I hope you enjoy Dig Dog. I think there’s a lot to uncover here!

-Rusty

## Key features

- Action roguelike platformer
- Digging and exploration
- Procedurally generated levels
- Bone Hunt mode
- Free Dig endless mode
- Simple 3-button controls
- Game controller support

## Recent user reviews (10 of 27)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dig-dog-treasure-hunter/id1147716340/reviews.md

### 5/5 — goated game

*2025-12-26*

can you update this game with more content pleaaassseeeee

### 5/5 — 吠えられないんだ、、

*2025-06-23, version 1.1.5*

Steam版で吠えるボタンがあって可愛かったんだけどスマホ版はそのままでは吠えられないです。
ゲームコントローラーを使えばできるんですが、タッチ操作で吠えるボタン追加して欲しいです。
お願いします。

### 5/5 — Best game ever

*2023-02-05*

I love playing this game!

### 1/5 — 普通に

*2022-08-09, version 1.1.4*

おもんなすぎる
300円でお菓子買えばよかった

### 5/5 — Super fun

*2021-06-12*

This game is really fun and addicting. Great when your bored and have nothing to do!

### 5/5 — 귀여운 게임

*2019-04-20, version 1.1*

☺️강아지로 땅을파서 뼈를찾는게임 귀엽네요

### 1/5 — 노잼

*2019-02-20, version 1.1*

게임이 무슨 목적이 있는지 모르겠음.

### 5/5 — Deceptively deep

*2019-01-16*

It might look like a simple riff on Dig Dug but there’s a surprisingly thoughtful cast to this. Often taking a moment to consider your options and plan your route will beat relying on your reactions. Simple, addictive, and not an IAP in sight.

### 5/5 — Süchtig machender Roguelite Platformer

*2018-12-23, version 1.1*

Wenn die Spielemechaniken und die Steuerung einmal Klick gemacht haben (und das passiert relativ schnell), kann man das Spiel nicht mehr aus der Hand legen. Wahnsinnig gutes Spiel in Richtung Spelunky.

### 4/5 — Great game

*2018-08-13*

Minus one star for generating a softlock once. Excellent game otherwise.

## Frequently asked questions about Dig Dog

### What kind of game is Dig Dog?

Dig Dog is an action roguelike platformer. It combines elements of digging, jumping, and dashing through procedurally generated worlds filled with strange creatures and hidden treasures.

### What are the main game modes?

The game features two main modes: Bone Hunt, a challenging roguelike treasure hunt across four worlds of increasing difficulty, and Free Dig, an endless digging experience with no game overs and saved progress.

### How much does Dig Dog cost?

Based on the provided information, Dig Dog is a paid application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a one-time purchase for the full game.

### What platforms is Dig Dog available on?

The description mentions that the developer was keen on building a platformer for iPhone. It also states that the game supports game controllers, implying availability on mobile platforms like iOS and potentially others that support controllers.

### What makes Dig Dog unique?

Dig Dog offers a unique experience with its expressive control scheme using only three buttons, the ability to creatively tunnel through entire levels, and a charming 8-bit soundtrack. The game also features dynamic elements like sparks created by stomping on enemies, which can be both useful and dangerous.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.6 — 2025-12-21

Minor bug fixes

### 1.1.5 — 2025-06-16

Minor bug fixes

### 1.1.4 — 2020-02-01

Added support for newer iPhones and iPads

### 1.1 — 2018-12-19

Unlockable Color Palettes — Dig up bones to unlock a variety of color themes! Swap between palettes to find one that matches your current mood. Can you unlock them all? 

New Item: Coin Bark — Find this item to add some bite to your bark! Bark to fire a coin as an explosive projectile. Enemies better watch out! (Hint: tap the center of the screen to bark!)

Also
- iPhone XS, XS Max, XR support
- Adjust or disable screen shake
- Adjust options from the pause screen
- Korean localization
- Visual tweaks and bug fixes

### 1.0 — 2018-01-29

No release notes.

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All apps by Rusty Moyher: https://appshunter.io/developer/443831504

## Related topics

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