# Idle Well — Dig a Mine & Build a Tower > Idle mining and tower-building RPG with automatic resource generation. (iPhone/iPad app by Iron Horse Games LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-well/id1580601811 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Iron Horse Games LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1281721366) - Category: Games, Role Playing, Simulation - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 2.70/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 9+ - Requires: iOS 9.0 · 64 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2021-08-15 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-well/id1580601811/reviews.md ## What is Idle Well? Mine and dig your way down the well in Idle Well: Dig a Mine! Craft tools and resources to construct the tallest Tower! The better your tower is, the deeper you can dig. Dig the deepest to win in this mining adventure RPG. This isn't your Mom's mine/dig/craft game (she didn't make it)! Set auto dig to mine automatically and get tons of resources while idle. Find and recruit NPCs to help you dig! Get a huge team of NPC miners in this RPG. Idle Well: Dig a Mine Features: Idle Gameplay ● Tap to dig deeper! ● Tap to build a civilization! ● Mine to earn ore! Dig Up Upgrades ● Tons of Different Buildings w/ Upgrades! ● Hire Generations of Miners Idle Well: Dig a Mine, hit the motherload today! ## Key features - Tap to dig deeper - Tap to build a civilization - Mine for ore - Upgrade buildings - Hire NPC miners - Automatic idle digging ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Ultimate Pack | $24.99 | one-time | | Future Heroes Pack | $29.99 | one-time | | Handful of Orbs | $4.99 | one-time | | Gold Lizard Pack | $9.99 | one-time | | Collection of Orbs | $9.99 | one-time | | Heaps of Orbs | $19.99 | one-time | | Founder's Pack | $69.99 | one-time | | No Ads Bundle | $9.99 | one-time | | Gatherer's Bundle | $29.99 | one-time | | Time Saver Bundle | $29.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (6 of 6) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-well/id1580601811/reviews.md ### 2/5 — Flawed game *2021-10-12, version 1.2.47* This game would be fun if not for the monetization and ads. Ad removal is $10, I don’t mind supporting games like this for $2/$3 but $10 is way too high for a mobile game like this. I’ve seen ad removal in some games for a dollar with similar/greater play value. ### 5/5 — Diamond in the rough *2021-10-01, version 1.2.47* After a few initial hiccups, I’m happy to say this game is absolutely worth downloading for almost anybody! By “almost,” I mean anyone who doesn’t mind the occasional glitch or whathaveyou while the game is still brand new. If you’re a fan of new games with a ton of potential, get this now while it’s still fresh! Personally I love the style, the music, the gameplay, and it’s full of content that I haven’t even scratched the surface of yet! The UI still feels a bit cluttered, but I’m not sure what to suggest to adjust it. I’m fine with the text size, but I noticed someone else didn’t like it, so I hope it becomes more accessible as time goes on. The dev is very responsive, though I wish there was more of a direct way to send feedback besides ratings. If there is, I probably overlooked it since there’s so much to discover in this game, lol. **Developer response:** thank you!! 🙏🏻 ### 3/5 — Text is too small *2021-09-09, version 1.2.45* I really like the concept of the game. Unfortunate the text and icons are too small to be comfortably usable. For PC this would be easier to manage, in my opinion, as clicking is relatively precise. I find myself tapping the wrong spot relatively frequently for what I’m trying to do. If that issue is addressed, I’d be glad to give the app another, longer shot. Shoutout to the dev for being passionate and responding to reviews. I’m optimistic about the game. ### 1/5 — Ad watching simulator *2021-09-09, version 1.2.45* It plays a 20ish second ad every minute and gates essential resources in dungeons that to get through you need to watch more ads Nice game concept, but essentially a continuous ad **Developer response:** Hello! Thanks for your review- we have removed forced ads and only rewarded ads remain please consider updating your review thank you 🙏🏻 ### 2/5 — Good concept bad interface. *2021-08-30, version 1.2.45* I can barely read anything and some of the icons are hidden from view on my IPhone 10. I have to rotate my phone 180 degrees or have to sacrifice not being able to read anything at all by staying vertically. Regardless, everything in the interface is waaaaay too tiny. Can’t play more until this is fixed. **Developer response:** Hi thanks for the feedback- what kind of Iphone 10 do you have? thanks. ### 5/5 — Well, it’s deep *2021-08-30, version 1.2.45* Update: Thanks for the help devguy! Game runs well and has a well. Can upgrade your little guy and get some production going! I already built an elevator and now I can’t progress, also when the screen turns sideways it turns the entire thing sideways like a YouTube video. This game is good but I literally cannot progress. **Developer response:** Hi Popcap! I am going to release an update that will fix both of these bugs. For now, you can exit the tutorial through the Prefs menu. Thanks for playing! ## Frequently asked questions about Idle Well ### What is Idle Well? Idle Well is an idle mining and tower-building RPG where players dig down a well, craft tools, and construct a tower. The game features automatic resource generation and NPC recruitment to aid in digging. ### How do I play Idle Well? You play Idle Well by tapping to dig deeper into the well and tapping to build structures. You can also set up auto-dig to gather resources while idle and recruit NPC miners to assist you. ### Does Idle Well have ads? The provided data does not specify if Idle Well contains advertisements. Further information would be needed to confirm the presence of ads. ### What devices can I play Idle Well on? Idle Well is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is rated for ages 9 and up. ### When was Idle Well last updated? The latest version of Idle Well, 1.2.47, was last updated on September 29, 2021. ### What is the user rating for Idle Well? Idle Well has a rating of 2.7 stars based on 15 ratings. This suggests a mixed reception from its player base. ### Can I play Idle Well offline? The description mentions 'idle' gameplay and automatic resource generation, which often suggests offline play capabilities. However, specific confirmation of offline mode is not provided. ### What are the main goals in Idle Well? The primary goals in Idle Well are to dig the deepest into the well and to construct the tallest tower. The game progresses as your tower improves, allowing for deeper digging. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.2.47 — 2021-09-29 Miner elevator *placement* tutorial fixed. ### 1.2.46 — 2021-09-11 Forced ads removed. Our cat business tycoon boss said it was okay. Elevator build tutorial bug fixed. ### 1.2.45 — 2021-08-27 Ads improved, you should see more engaging ad content as well as improved products being offered in them. ### 1.2.44 — 2021-08-17 Some bugfixes to our launch version! ### 1.2.42 — 2021-08-15 No release notes. ## Apps similar to Idle Well | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [MinuteKnights](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minuteknights/id1640931625) | 4.8 (166) | Free | Games | | [Idle Superpowers](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-superpowers/id1542024472) | 4.8 (809) | Free | Games | | [Puzzle Craft 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/puzzle-craft-2/id1526039892) | 4.5 (446) | Free | Games | | [Corah: Multiplayer Idle Game](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/corah-multiplayer-idle-game/id1667152409) | 4.5 (680) | Free | Games | | [Tap Chest - clicker idle game](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-chest-clicker-idle-game/id1415326011) | 3.7 (37) | Free | Games | | [Idle Skilling](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-skilling/id1479807294) | 3.5 (701) | Free | Games | ## More apps by Iron Horse Games LLC - [Tap Tap Dig - Idle Clicker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-tap-dig-idle-clicker/id1085983127) - [Idle Sword 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-sword-2/id1281721367) - [Swarm Simulator: Evolution](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swarm-simulator-evolution/id1320056680) - [Knights of the Card Table](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knights-of-the-card-table/id1446458015) - [Clicker Knight](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clicker-knight/id1454888812) - [Idle Monster Frontier](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-monster-frontier/id1523328443) All apps by Iron Horse Games LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/1281721366 --- *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 2026-06-10.*