

This is one of my go-to games when I need to relax both physically and mentally after a particularly trying day. This game will not appeal to anyone who likes a whole lot of action, but appeals to some children and will definitely improve their hand-eye coordination. Elaborate animations, characters and actions sequences will make this game a family-favorite. From Australia to Las Vegas, dig up all kinds of goodies. Grab bags on some levels could change your standard claw to a super claw or spike claw, and there are various obstacles on most levels which are either just in the way or could make you lose some time. Take a trip around the world with Gold Miner.

The levels are random so you cannot predict how much gold will be on any level or exactly which power-up #dynamite, more time, faster reeling, etc.) to buy between each level. Each level is timed (60 seconds# and you must reel up a certain amount of gold or gems in that time to get to the next level. There is about 10 seconds wait time while the miner reels up bigger gold nuggets from the bottom of the screen, which are obviously worth more money, and smaller objects are reeled up quickly. The miner's claw swings back and forth and you will click once when the claw is pointed at the treasure you want to reel up. Mindless and relaxing with no mad clicking. Gold Miner Vegas is family-friendly and fun for all.

I beat this version the first time playing, though I had played for several years before buying here. With new levels, challenges and gadgets the action is bigger, brighter and more enjoyable than ever before. Rated 5 out of 5 by bubblewrap123 from Good Old Classic I don't know what version I had on my 6-year-old laptop, but I never beat that game.
