# Dig Girl — Retro 2D maze-puzzle game

> Retro 2D maze-puzzle game with a level editor and controller support. (iPhone/iPad app by Paul Smicker.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dig-girl/id6449253324 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Paul Smicker](https://appshunter.io/developer/1565667813)
- Category: Games, Action, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 67 MB
- Languages: English, German
- Released: 2023-07-25
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dig-girl/id6449253324/reviews.md

## What is Dig Girl?

As the last surviving heir of your great uncle Ludwig, you’ve inherited his Bavarian castle and its underground treasures. It’s up to you to survive each level and find... the greatest treasure of all.

30-levels of ad-free, retro-style graphics and gameplay await. Supports game controllers, landscape and portrait orientation, and comes with a custom level editor.

## Key features

- 30 levels of gameplay
- Retro-style graphics
- Custom level editor
- Ad-free experience
- Game controller support
- Landscape and portrait orientation

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tip | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dig-girl/id6449253324/reviews.md

### 3/5 — How?

*2023-09-04, version 1.1*

Not a review but more so how could I possibly eve get that last gold I need in the very far bottom right of map that’s underneath dirt and a safe. It seems to be nearly impossible as I just die right away :(

### 3/5 — Few things more annoying than hijacking audio…

*2023-08-22, version 1.0.1*

When an app hijacks background audio, like pausing a PiP video and such, that’s when I write a review. This isn’t a review. It’s a note for other users that this retro 8 bit pixel game really need you to get immersed in its basic audio so much, that it causes background things to pause repeatedly. It’s not an impossible thing to avoid doing so. Many, many, many games have avoided not hijacking my iPad’s audio. So stop it and I’ll rereview this game based on the merits of an 8 bit girl digging, which is an observable regularity in my world. Girls, always digging. So much so you have to yell, “Hey! You there girl! Where are you digging to? There’s no gold in my back yard!” Good for them having a hobby.

### 3/5 — Classic Boulder Dash Action! 5 Stars For One Fix

*2023-08-03*

So good! Captures the feel and look of one of my favorite C64 games ever. Well done! The water mechanics are terrific, too. I’m just SO excited to play it. But. The control pad. Very fiddly, sometimes yes, sometimes not at all, having to restart a lot because this time, my thumb wasn’t in exactly the right spot to make a dog leg away from falling debris. Maybe a d-pad, and an option for putting it in the middle? May have to try with my controller, but a fix like this would make it an instant 5-star retro experience for me. Good job!

**Developer response:** Thank you for the feedback! Please check out new version 1.1 that greatly improves controls responsiveness and adds a d-pad option.

## Frequently asked questions about Dig Girl

### What is the gameplay like in Dig Girl?

Dig Girl features 30 levels of retro-style 2D maze-puzzle gameplay. Players navigate underground treasures, aiming to survive each level and find the greatest treasure.

### Does Dig Girl have ads?

No, Dig Girl offers a completely ad-free experience, allowing players to enjoy the 30 levels without interruptions.

### Can I play Dig Girl with a game controller?

Yes, Dig Girl fully supports game controllers, enhancing the retro gameplay experience for players who prefer them.

### What devices is Dig Girl available on?

Dig Girl is available on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Vision Pro devices, supporting both landscape and portrait orientations.

### How often is Dig Girl updated?

The latest version of Dig Girl is 1.5.2, last updated on October 4, 2025. Updates typically include bug fixes and potential new features.

### What is the age rating for Dig Girl?

Dig Girl is rated 4+ by Apple, making it suitable for a wide range of players.

### Does Dig Girl have a level editor?

Yes, Dig Girl includes a custom level editor, allowing players to create and share their own unique maze puzzles.

### What is the user sentiment for Dig Girl?

Dig Girl has a high rating of 4.6 stars from 5 ratings, indicating positive user sentiment towards its gameplay and features.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.2 — 2025-10-04

Bug fixes, dark mode icons

### 1.5.1 — 2024-03-19

Lots of improvements carried over from Dig Girl for Apple Vision Pro:
•Touchscreen movement has been added and is now default—on-screen joystick or D-pad can be enabled in settings
•Existing audio continues to play while Dig Girl is running
•Various level tweaks
•Physical controller D-pad can now be used
•New help screen
•Various bug fixes and code cleanup

### 1.1.1 — 2023-11-27

Localization correction; new sticker

### 1.1 — 2023-08-25

Greatly improved controls
New D-pad controller option
Some levels tweaked

### 1.0.1 — 2023-08-11

Now with Messages sticker pack!
Made level 2 a little less difficult.

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All apps by Paul Smicker: https://appshunter.io/developer/1565667813

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-01.*