Phoenixx and developer Toorai have officially set the release date for their anticipated "cozy underground mining collectathon" DigDigDrill, confirming its debut on Nintendo Switch via the Nintendo eShop on March 18, 2026.
This creative indie title promises Nintendo Switch players a laid-back yet immersive excavation experience, building on the platform's reputation for supporting distinctive and engaging indie games. In DigDigDrill, players customize their very own drill to excavate their way through layers of earth teeming with treasure, ore, and hidden chests.
The core gameplay encourages players to dig at their own pace as they strive to reach the elusive 999th underground floor.
Each venture below the surface yields a haul of raw materials that can be exchanged back above ground for a range of valuable upgrades, such as enhanced drill power, faster movement, and increased carrying capacity. A unique feature of DigDigDrill is its blueprint system: players collect drill blueprints, which assemble like puzzle pieces to unlock new abilities and augment drill stats.
Discovering new blueprints grants access to specialized ore types and allows the discovery of advanced drill enhancements.
Among the abilities to uncover is a drill tip upgrade that dramatically boosts the size of dynamite blasts, making it easier than ever to clear large chunks of terrain. Speaking about the development philosophy, lead creator Toorai noted, “We designed the gameplay to be as peaceful as it is engaging, giving players a chance to lose themselves in the underground world of DigDigDrill.” Toorai also highlighted the flexibility of the Nintendo Switch, adding, “With this release, Switch users can enjoy their digging adventures anywhere they go.” The upcoming digital launch of DigDigDrill on the Nintendo eShop marks another milestone for both Phoenixx and Toorai, joining an ever-growing roster of quality indie games on Nintendo’s popular hybrid console.
With its cozy aesthetic, strategic upgrade mechanics, and rewarding exploration, DigDigDrill is poised to attract both seasoned Nintendo Switch fans and newcomers to the mining collectathon genre when it releases worldwide on March 18, 2026. For more news on upcoming Nintendo Switch games and indie releases, keep an eye on official announcements and the Nintendo eShop.
This creative indie title promises Nintendo Switch players a laid-back yet immersive excavation experience, building on the platform's reputation for supporting distinctive and engaging indie games. In DigDigDrill, players customize their very own drill to excavate their way through layers of earth teeming with treasure, ore, and hidden chests.
The core gameplay encourages players to dig at their own pace as they strive to reach the elusive 999th underground floor.
Each venture below the surface yields a haul of raw materials that can be exchanged back above ground for a range of valuable upgrades, such as enhanced drill power, faster movement, and increased carrying capacity. A unique feature of DigDigDrill is its blueprint system: players collect drill blueprints, which assemble like puzzle pieces to unlock new abilities and augment drill stats.
Discovering new blueprints grants access to specialized ore types and allows the discovery of advanced drill enhancements.
Among the abilities to uncover is a drill tip upgrade that dramatically boosts the size of dynamite blasts, making it easier than ever to clear large chunks of terrain. Speaking about the development philosophy, lead creator Toorai noted, “We designed the gameplay to be as peaceful as it is engaging, giving players a chance to lose themselves in the underground world of DigDigDrill.” Toorai also highlighted the flexibility of the Nintendo Switch, adding, “With this release, Switch users can enjoy their digging adventures anywhere they go.” The upcoming digital launch of DigDigDrill on the Nintendo eShop marks another milestone for both Phoenixx and Toorai, joining an ever-growing roster of quality indie games on Nintendo’s popular hybrid console.
With its cozy aesthetic, strategic upgrade mechanics, and rewarding exploration, DigDigDrill is poised to attract both seasoned Nintendo Switch fans and newcomers to the mining collectathon genre when it releases worldwide on March 18, 2026. For more news on upcoming Nintendo Switch games and indie releases, keep an eye on official announcements and the Nintendo eShop.
