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Game dossier

Digger

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Tunnel through the earth, collect gems, and outmaneuver dangerous enemies.

The briefing

About this game

Digger is an arcade action-puzzle game in which players control a mechanical digging machine through underground stages. Tunnel through the earth, collect every gem, and advance while avoiding the enemies lurking in the level.

Nobbins can transform into faster Hobbins, but neither enemy can dig through dirt independently. Digger can defend itself with a single rechargeable shot, crush enemies by releasing falling bags of gold, or gain temporary invincibility by collecting a bonus cherry.

Game Details

  • Release date: December 31, 1982
  • Platforms: BBC Microcomputer System, DOS, MS-DOS
  • Genres: Action, Arcade, Puzzle
  • Developers: Howard Richards, Windmill Software
  • Publishers: Visions Software, Windmill Software