# Grind Craft 2 - Idle Build Sim

> Mine with your pixel pick & explore a world of biomes & incremental idle rewards

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.Playsaurus.GrindCraft2](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.Playsaurus.GrindCraft2)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.Playsaurus.GrindCraft2`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Playsaurus
- **Category:** GAME\_CASUAL
- **Downloads:** 48,092
- **Rating:** 2.90 / 5 (241 ratings)
- **Version:** 24.08.14
- **Last updated:** 2024-08-14
- **First published:** 2024-06-11
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 178 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-06-09
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.Playsaurus.GrindCraft2)
- **Website:** [https://playsaurus.com](https://playsaurus.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.clickerheroes.com/privacyPolicy.txt](https://www.clickerheroes.com/privacyPolicy.txt)

## Description

**Grind Craft 2 - Idle Build Sim** invites you to dive into an addictive mining and crafting experience full of exploration and incremental rewards. From the creators of Mr. Mine, this sequel features enhanced graphics and gameplay where you tap to mine resources, craft biome blocks, harvest crops, and battle monsters in a vibrant pixel world.

Build and manage villages by hiring villagers to boost productivity, craft powerful tools and weapons, and uncover secrets across diverse biomes. With an intuitive interface suitable for players of all skills, Grind Craft 2 offers a rewarding idle adventure blending tapping with strategic crafting progression. Embark on your mining journey now and unlock the world with every tap!

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.Playsaurus.GrindCraft2.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA`

## Review summary

Grind Craft 2 appeals to fans of the original with enhanced gameplay, fast loading times, and improved mechanics that keep players engaged. However, it suffers from significant UI bugs, especially early crafting issues, and a new energy system that forces constant resource management, frustrating players seeking idle mechanics. Ads and progression blockers reduce playability, and some find grinder upgrades and menus complicated. Despite these issues, its depth, sound design, and game feel provide a worthwhile experience for returning and new players alike.

### Pros

- Brings back fun and essence of the original Grindcraft with improvements and new content.
- Simple mechanics that are easy to understand but offer depth and replayability.
- Fast loading times even on non-flagship Android devices.
- Enjoyable gameplay with good sound design enhancing the experience.
- Intriguing new mechanics and upgrades compared to the original game.

### Cons

- UI bugs, especially in crafting menus, making it hard or impossible to progress at the start.
- New energy mechanic and food-feeding system is seen as tedious and limits idle efficiency, reducing fun.
- Game can get stuck on watch ad pop-ups preventing progression or cancelling.
- Grinder upgrades and menus feel complicated and less meaningful.
- Some areas require rare resources like lava that limits progression and force backtracking.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.Playsaurus.GrindCraft2)