You control Dig Dug in single-screen underground mazes, digging paths and eliminating every enemy on the stage. The main attack is to inflate enemies with a pump until they burst, while rocks can be dropped by luring foes beneath them for chain takedowns. Enemies pursue the player through the soil, and stage difficulty increases with speed and pressure. Scoring and survival both depend on efficient movement, route planning, and timing.

Dig Dug

The protagonist, an underground digger who fights monsters with an air pump.

Pooka

A round enemy that chases the player through tunnels.

Fygar

A dragon-like enemy that can also breathe fire from a distance.

Plan your digging routes so enemies gather together before you attack, improving safety and efficiency. Be especially careful around Fygars, since their fire can punish you in straight tunnels. Rocks are the most efficient way to score and survive, so try to bait enemies under them before dropping. Avoid digging too deep too early; keeping an escape path open is often the difference between survival and a quick defeat.

Tips and tricks

Watch enemy positions before digging so you do not trap yourself.

Tips and tricks

Use short connecting tunnels to reduce the chance of being surrounded.

Tips and tricks

Dropped rocks can clear multiple enemies, so save them for good setups.

User Reviews

Fast, tense, and simple to learn, but surprisingly strategic.

User Reviews

It still feels great to play, with a strong arcade atmosphere.

User Reviews

The stage layouts are basic, but the pressure and satisfaction are excellent.