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Alessio Bertolacci · Published by Alessio Bertolacci · Official site ↗
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
Gold Rush Ventures throws you into the gold rush era: explore endless mines, uncover hidden outposts and abandoned structures. Live an adventure where every descent could mean a fortune… or your life.
Adventure, Indie · More free games
Venture into the gold rush era as you explore vast mines and uncover secrets in Gold Rush Ventures. Dive deep where danger and fortune await every descent.
About this game
Gold Rush Ventures throws you into the gold rush era: explore endless mines, uncover hidden outposts and abandoned structures. Live an adventure where every descent could mean a fortune… or your life.
Plan your descent carefully, avoid deadly crevices, and make sure you have enough energy to return to the surface.
Remembering the right path will also be crucial for your survival.
The mines are full of dangers, so come prepared by stocking up in the shops of Desert Creek.
Explore randomly generated mines and their structures. Discovering an abandoned outpost with a few resources left inside could mean the difference between life and death.
Complete missions for the various inhabitants of Desert Creek. Earn the trust of merchants to gain access to better items and unlock the final questline.
Learn the NPCs’ daily routines so you won’t be caught off guard by a closed shop, and always stay one step ahead in your adventures.
Dig ever deeper, uncovering increasingly rare and valuable minerals and gems.
Explore the different underground layers carefully, as each level hides new challenges and rewards. Hone your mining skills to discover treasures that others can only dream of.
Make sure you can return to the surface with all your treasures by building proper mining infrastructure. Use everything at your disposal: ladders, ropes, bridges, torches, and more.
Establish outposts deep underground or take over abandoned ones. A well-built and secure mine is the key to survival.
The game is sill in active development!
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System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS: Windows 10 (64 bit)
- Processor: Intel i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 3 3100
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1060 / AMD Radeon R7 370
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 300 MB available space
Recommended
- OS: Windows 11 (64 bit)
- Processor: Intel i5-12400 / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
- Memory: 32 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1080 / RX 6600 XT
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 1 GB available space
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Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Patch V0.0.32
Patch V0.0.32 SummaryThis update is a quality of life update! Having changed the boulder generation rules previous saves might have different boulder placement. Still compatible with previous versions.Bug FixesFixed confirm menu callback not clearing properly.Fixed boulder generation rules.Fixed audio pooling null reference exception.Improvements Speed up tooltips.Speed up UI animations.Changed item picked up alert.Revamped torch and lamp.Resetting the amount selected after transaction in shops.AdditionsAdded save version game compatibility info end alerts. Added halloween themed helmet and lantern.Added UI scale option.Added screen mode in options.Added hardcore game mode option when creating a new game. Added items pick up UI animation.Added particles to footsteps and landing.RebalanceRebalanced infrastructure health.Rebalanced torch and lamp light radius. Rebalanced late game quests requirements and rewards. Rebalanced depth effects, hunger effects, weight status effects.Read full article on Community Announcements (bertolacci.dev)Patch NotesOfficial
Patch V0.0.31.5
Patch V0.0.31.5 SummaryThis update is aimed at improving the early game progression. Speeding up mining and shifting the focus to energy management. Previously the game was too slow and mining felt too tedious. Thanks to everyone that submitted feedback and helped with this update. Bug FixesFixed the one tile step up mechanic (now working from climbing as well).Fixed the invisibility bug.Fixed auto-mining bug when switching items while attack was pressed.Fixed boulders spawn rules.Fixed food item drop size.Fixed being able to open the quest menu from the main menu. Fixed quest indicator inactive when NPC inactive.Fixed arm position when no item is equipped. Fixed sleep particles position. Fixed go to sleep NPC routine stuck when NPC already near shop. Improvements Changed low energy audio SFX.Added timed effects to the food context inspector window.Added drop info for all infrastructure items. Added scroll selection with mouse wheel. Added auto pause on application focus lost. Added minimum walks speed modifier on surface. Added stunned particles. Added the continue button to the main menu right side. Improved jump (cooldown, reduced gravity multiplier).Improved damage overlay.AdditionsAdded immediate damage overlay feedback. Added passive energy consumption multiplier.Added magnet effect to nearby item drops. RebalanceRebalanced all food items.Rebalanced all equippable items. Rebalanced tile mining speed and all pickaxes durabilities. Rebalanced depth effects, hunger effects, weight status effects.Read full article on Community Announcements (bertolacci.dev)AnnouncementsOfficial
🎉 The Official Gold Rush Ventures Discord Server Is Now Open!
Hey everyone! We’re excited to announce that the official community server for Gold Rush Ventures is now live! 🎮Join the discord!This is the place to share your feedback, suggestions, and ideas about the game. We’d love to hear from you. If you want to be directly involved in shaping the future of the project, this is where you want to be!We’re also working on a Game Wiki, which you can find on the server. It’s packed with helpful info perfect if you ever get stuck or want to learn more about the game.Plus, by joining the server, you’ll get exclusive early access to the latest news, updates, and events before anyone else.Come join the adventure we can’t wait to see you there! 💬Read full article on Community Announcements (bertolacci.dev)AnnouncementsOfficial
Gold Rush Ventures Playtest
After almost one year of work, the playtest for Gold Rush Ventures is finally live!If you’ve got some spare time and want to try your hand at mining, digging for rare ores, and risking losing yourself in the intricates tunnels you'll build, you can now join the playtest directly on Steam.We’re looking for your honest feedback, anything you think could be improved, made more fun, or fixed. Don’t hold back! Every suggestion helps shape the game.How to join:Open Steam and search for Gold Rush Ventures.Click “Playtest” to download and start exploring.Thank you to everyone who takes part. I really appreciate your help in making this game the best it can be. Good luck down there, miners!Read full article on Community Announcements (bertolacci.dev)
