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Only DWARVES DIG Proper HOLES

As a Dwarf, it is your duty to dig in the search of a legendary pickaxe. Collect gems, sell and upgrade. All in glorious virtual reality. Family-friendly fun.

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Antoine Verbeek
Publisher
Antoine Verbeek, Chillin'Turtles
Release
October 29, 2025
277 days ago
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Positive23 reviews95.7%

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About the Game

Dig Deep. Drink Beer. Unearth Dwarven Secrets.

You’re a dwarf. You dig holes. That’s your job.

In Only DWARVES DIG Proper HOLES, hold onto your beard and grab your shovel—there’s endless ground beneath your feet and no good reason to stop digging.

What's down there? Maybe treasure. Maybe doom. Probably both. Legend speaks of a mighty dwarf buried deep underground with his legendary pickaxe. Your companions found the tomb's location, but getting there is your task. You've got a shovel, climbing skills, a trusty grappling hook, and the occasional terrifying drop if you accidentally dig the cave ceiling. You can buy lights at the store, and you do have help—but only when it comes to drinking beer. No plan though. So, what are you waiting for?

Forget the usual heroic quests. There's no world-saving, no epic battles—just you, the earth, and the creeping suspicion that things are getting... weird.

Features

  • Dig through immersive VR terrain, discover hidden caves, and manually climb your way back up.

  • Drink beers to regain energy.

  • Find story-driven items by following mysterious noises.

  • Did we mention drinking beers?

  • Upgrade your tools, including a grappling hook to climb faster, torches to light the way and more. 

Game Length

  • Approximately 3-5 hours of dwarven adventure and discovery!

FAQs

Is my headset supported?

  • Probably! It was developed for Quest 3, Quest 2, and Bigscreen, although we tried to support all headsets. In the worst case, you can always request a refund!

Do you have a press kit?

  • Yes, you can find all of the assets on the game’s website (see the link on the right).

Did you find the ever-flowing beer river?

  • We refuse to answer this.

What songs are best for whistling while digging?

  • Dwarven songs, obviously!

I'm an influencer—is this game easy to stream and record?

  • Absolutely! We've included camera smoothing specifically for the 2D recorded view, making it ideal for streaming and perfect for speedrunners too!

Will I experience motion sickness?

  • This game is not the safest for motion sickness, as it involves walking, climbing, falling, and grappling. We consider its motion sickness level moderate.

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