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Plan your next Kin and Quarry session
Our guide breaks down Kin and Quarry’s core systems so you can make the most of its casual, indie design. By examining story context, kin recruitment, digging tools, artifact hunting, and save features, you’ll see how each piece fits together and where to focus your attention for steady progress.
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Story context
Compare the urgency created by the night‑seal mechanic with other casual games that use time‑based limits. Note how the narrative frames your role as a steward, which can influence how you prioritize tasks.
- Observe how the night‑seal mechanic creates natural pauses; plan your actions before darkness falls.
- Consider the story’s focus on restoration when choosing which kin to prioritize.
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Kin variety
List the kin types mentioned—miners, diggers, exploders—and consider how each might excel in different digging scenarios. Observe any patterns in how the game rewards a balanced roster.
- Balance different kin types to cover varied digging tasks.
- Collect artifacts early to boost kin numbers.
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Drill usage
Test the drill in shallow versus deep sections. Record how its presence changes the speed of ore discovery and whether it feels essential after a certain depth is reached.
- Deploy the drill when you need to dig deeper.
- Track which ores you have mined to gauge effectiveness.
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Artifact impact
Track the number of artifacts found and the subsequent increase in kin. Compare early versus late game artifact finds to see if the attraction effect scales.
- Keep digging to discover artifacts and attract more kin.
- Use artifact counts as a metric for overall progress.
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Saving strategy
Experiment with saving before night falls and after major milestones. Note any differences in how Steam Cloud preserves your progress across sessions.
- Save before night falls to avoid losing recent work.
- Check Steam Cloud status if switching computers.
