# Mars Miner 2

> Adventure

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id602032189](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id602032189)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id602032189`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Tuna Bowl Software LLC
- **Category:** Adventure
- **Rating:** 4.30 / 5 (75 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.5.8
- **Last updated:** 2020-04-29
- **First published:** 2016-02-08
- **Size:** 113 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-19
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mars-miner-2/id602032189)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/7774579](https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/7774579)

## Description

Mars Miner 2 is a sci-fi mining adventure where you've been kidnapped by Mars Corp. You must mine, build, and upgrade across six procedurally generated planets to collect the missing artifact pieces.

Sell gems and ores at the shop to buy better equipment, stock up on supplies, and ensure you can escape the mine. Each run is unique thanks to random generation, making every voyage a fresh challenge.

## Rankings

- #154,761 — Overall

## Review summary

Mars Miner 2 is a charming, addictive mining puzzle that many players praise for its simple yet creative gameplay, nostalgic feel, and good value for unlocking the full game. However, there are recurring reliability and pacing issues: frequent crashes and save problems, a slow early game grind fueled by expensive upgrades, and bugs like endless mine generation. Some players are frustrated by in-app purchase experiences and by control quirks. Despite flaws, the game’s potential keeps drawing players back.

### Pros

- Fun, addictive mining/maze gameplay.
- Good value for money; unlocking the full game (~$0.99) is worth it.
- Nostalgic classic feel and overall positive reception in the genre.
- Solid graphics and a simple, creative concept that's easy to pick up.
- Upgrade to the newer version is enjoyable and well-received.

### Cons

- Crashes and save/load problems; progress not saved between sessions.
- Slow early progression due to expensive upgrades and long grind.
- Bugs like endless mine generation loops; occasional crash bugs (e.g., red planet).
- In-app purchase frustrations, including mixed feelings about IAP and occasional item delivery issues.
- Control/rotation and ladder placement limitations (rotation mainly left; single-ladder placement).

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