- Steam pricePrice
- $11.99
- Players
- 2 - 4
- Release
- July 10, 2018
- Session GoalsGoals
- Modes
- Platforms
How co-op works
Online co-op campaign where players build and fortify structures using realistic physics-based construction, managing defense towers, automation, and terrain manipulation to protect against nightly enemy waves and environmental hazards.
About this game
Dig or Die drops you onto a merciless alien planet where survival depends on engineering smart, structurally sound defenses. The game blends tower defense, crafting, and exploration with a realistic physics engine that makes every wall, platform, and support beam critical to your base's integrity. One poorly placed block can lead to catastrophic flooding or a total structural collapse.
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You gather resources, dig through terrain, and automate production chains while defending against increasingly aggressive alien waves. Physics demands careful planning: water flows realistically, structures need proper support, and gravity punishes sloppy construction. Turrets, traps, and careful base layout become essential as enemies evolve and attack from multiple angles.
Progression unlocks new technologies, weapons, and building materials, letting you refine your fortress and automate defenses. The online co-op mode amplifies the chaos and creativity, as teammates coordinate construction projects and split responsibilities under pressure. A separate PvP mode offers competitive base-raiding for players who prefer direct rivalry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does co-op work in Dig or Die?
Dig or Die supports online co-op where you and your teammates crash-land together on the hostile planet. You'll work together to gather resources, build defenses, and survive alien waves. Co-op really shines when coordinating construction projects-one player might focus on mining and automation while another handles turret placement and structural support, especially since the physics engine punishes poorly planned builds.
What makes the physics system important for co-op play?
The realistic physics engine affects every block you place. Water flows naturally and can flood your base, structures need proper support beams or they'll collapse, and gravity is unforgiving. In co-op, this means teammates need to communicate carefully when building-one person digging in the wrong spot or removing a support can bring down someone else's work. It creates chaotic moments but also rewarding teamwork when you pull off complex, stable defenses together.
Is Dig or Die only co-op or can you play solo?
You can play Dig or Die solo or in online co-op. The game is built around defending against alien waves and building structurally sound bases, which works in both modes. There's also a separate PvP mode where players can compete and raid each other's bases, but the main experience is cooperative or single-player survival.
Do you need to restart from scratch each session or is there progression?
Dig or Die has a full tech tree and progression system. As you survive and gather resources, you unlock new technologies, weapons, building materials, and automation tools. This lets you refine your fortress over time, set up automated defenses, and tackle tougher alien waves with better equipment. Progress carries forward in your save, whether playing solo or with your co-op team.