GET YOUR BEARINGS
Plan your next Hold The Mine session
Our independent guide breaks down Hold the Mine’s core systems—exploration, construction, hero development, night combat, and overall content—so you can see how each piece influences the others and where small adjustments can improve outcomes.
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Route Planning
Draw two possible daily routes, list the block types each passes, and total the material yield. Compare the yields against the distance traveled to identify the most efficient early loop.
- Map a short loop first to learn block layouts before extending deeper.
- Compare the material yield of familiar block types to decide when to explore new veins.
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Building Combo Test
Select two buildings with complementary effects, place them together in a test run, and note any change in mining speed or monster resistance. Record the observation for future planning.
- Group buildings with complementary effects to maximize their combined impact.
- Test a building’s power during a low‑intensity night to gauge its usefulness.
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Hero Stat Focus
Pick one hero, list the stats each rune or fruit modifies, and rank them by impact on night defense. Use the ranking to guide future rune collection.
- Focus rune collection on a single hero to see a clear progression curve.
- Compare the stat boosts from fruits versus runes to decide where to invest.
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Wave Observation
During a low‑intensity night, record the timing and composition of monster waves. Use the data to adjust hero placement and power activation for tougher assaults.
- Position heroes near buildings that grant defensive bonuses for maximum effect.
- Observe monster patterns early to adjust hero placement before the wave intensifies.
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Progress Tracker
Create a simple spreadsheet tracking unlocked abilities, built structures, and discovered block types. Review it weekly to spot strategic gaps and plan the next set of upgrades.
- Track unlocked abilities to spot gaps in your current strategy.
- Use Steam Leaderboards as a benchmark for how your results compare to others.
