# Mars Miner HD

> Mine Martian artifacts, upgrade equipment, and escape a procedurally generated planet. (iPhone/iPad app by Tuna Bowl Software LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mars-miner-hd/id481934327 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tuna Bowl Software LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/441011909)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Adventure, Strategy
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 118 App Store ratings · 275 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 5.1.1 · 53 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Catalan, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek and 20 more
- Released: 2011-12-21
- Data updated: 2026-09-08
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mars-miner-hd/id481934327/reviews.md

## What is Mars Miner HD?

Mine, build, and upgrade your way to freedom!

You've been kidnapped by the evil Mars Corp. and forced to mine for pieces of an ancient artifact buried deep below the surface of Mars. 

Finding all of the pieces of the artifact is your ticket back to Earth. 

You will find many valuable gems and ores along the way that can be sold at the shop to buy more supplies and better equipment to allow you to mine deeper. 

Make sure you have enough supplies to get back out of the mine! 

Every mine is randomly generated. No game is ever the same! 

Reviews: 
88/100 - App of the day! - touchvolume.com 

Note: This is the 'lite' version of the game. The full game can be unlocked via an in-app purchase. This model was chosen so that save data would be retained between the lite and full versions. 

Feel free to e-mail suggestions/comments to support@tunabowlsoftware.com

## Key features

- Mine for artifact pieces
- Collect gems and ores
- Upgrade mining equipment
- Purchase supplies
- Randomly generated mines
- Unlock full game via IAP

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Full Game | $0.99 | one-time |
| 10,000 Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| 150,000 Credits | $5.99 | one-time |
| 25,000 Credits | $1.99 | one-time |
| 60,000 Credits | $3.99 | one-time |
| 500,000 Credits | $11.99 | one-time |
| God Mode | $0.99 | one-time |
| Credit Doubler | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Mars Miner HD?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🕹️ Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🌍 Reminiscent of classic mining games
- 💰 Good value for the price
- 🕰️ Decent time-wasting potential

**Cons**

- 🔍 Limited exploration area in free version
- 🔧 Expensive upgrades and in-app purchases
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🧭 Lack of map/navigation features

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Freezing or locking up during gameplay
- Inconsistent save/load functionality
- Compatibility issues on older devices

**Most requested features**

- Expand exploration area in free version
- Add more mineral types and upgrade options
- Implement a mini-map or navigation tools
- Introduce new gameplay modes or challenges

## Recent user reviews (10 of 275)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mars-miner-hd/id481934327/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Alright time killer

*2024-11-19, version 3.3.8*

It’s enjoyable as a concept but I feel could be way more expanded into a full fletched game about mining and exploring caves.
Also wish I knew I only had a limited area to explore before the trial boxes.

### 4/5 — Keeps me occupied

*2018-07-31, version 3.3.8*

Funnish but kind of a time waster.

### 4/5 — Nice port to the iPad

*2018-02-25, version 3.3.8*

Plenty of fun!

### 5/5 — Question

*2017-05-19, version 3.3.8*

Are the artifacts outside the trial area?

### 4/5 — Ok

*2017-03-05, version 3.3.8*

Ok

### 5/5 — Mars

*2017-02-11, version 3.3.8*

Love it

### 5/5 — Great game

*2016-11-29, version 3.3.8*

Awesome time waster

### 5/5 — Mars Miner

*2016-07-03, version 3.3.8*

Great way to kill time

### 5/5 — Good Review

*2016-06-16, version 3.3.8*

Well made time killer.

### 5/5 — Love it

*2016-04-05, version 3.3.8*

Love it

## Frequently asked questions about Mars Miner HD

### What is Mars Miner HD?

Mars Miner HD is a game where you are forced to mine on Mars for pieces of an ancient artifact. Finding all the pieces is your ticket back to Earth. You can sell collected gems and ores to buy supplies and better equipment to mine deeper.

### What are the key features of Mars Miner HD?

Key features include mining for artifact pieces, collecting valuable gems and ores, upgrading your equipment, purchasing necessary supplies, and exploring randomly generated mines. The lite version also allows unlocking the full game to retain save data.

### How much does Mars Miner HD cost?

This is the 'lite' version of the game, which is free to download and play. The full game can be unlocked via an in-app purchase. This model ensures that your save data is retained between the lite and full versions.

### What is the goal of the game?

The primary goal is to find all the pieces of an ancient artifact buried deep below the surface of Mars. Collecting these pieces is your ticket back to Earth. You must also manage your supplies to ensure you can get back out of the mine.

### Is the game the same every time I play?

No, every mine in Mars Miner HD is randomly generated. This means that no two games are ever the same, offering a unique experience with each playthrough.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.3.8 — 2016-02-12

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Internal code clean up.
- Mars Miner 2 is released! Get it in the App Store!

### 3.3.7 — 2016-02-09

- Small bug fixes
- Mars Miner 2 is released! Get it in the App Store!

### 3.3.6 — 2015-12-12

- Fix startup orientation bug.
- Fix issue where all artifacts are collected but the game doesn't end.

### 3.3.5 — 2015-05-20

- Fixed screen going blank when rotating device.

### 3.3.4 — 2015-04-11

- Added new ways to get free credits!

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## More apps by Tuna Bowl Software LLC

- [Mars Miner](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mars-miner/id457264709)
- [Mars Miner Universal](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mars-miner-universal/id486147363)
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All apps by Tuna Bowl Software LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/441011909

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