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A substantial upgrade over Gem Miner: Dig Deeper, Gem Miner 2 brings improved graphics, additional challenges and missions, and new tools, treasures, and hazards. The game sticks to the side view platforming-style camera of its predecessor, allowing the player to navigate a large, randomly generated mine in search of valuable ore, gemstones, and artifacts. New scenarios called expeditions provide a more guided play style, giving the player specific goals to meet to clear each level. 2 optional mission packs are available as in-app purchases.

The app supports Bluetooth gamepads, Google TV, and LIFX wireless light bulbs for real-life atmospheric lighting.

Gem Miner tasks the player with digging a mine to search for a variety of ores and artifacts, which can then be sold to buy new tools, upgrades to existing tools, and improved mining abilities. The game uses a side view platforming-style camera to display large, randomly generated levels that include hazards such as falling rocks, underground lakes, and lava. Character movement is governed by a virtual joystick, while a single virtual button controls the miner's pickaxe. A map in viewable at any time, and is gradually revealed as the player progresses through the mine. Character movement is limited by a stamina meter; once depleted, the miner is unable to move, leaving him to be automatically rescued and forfeiting any ore he's collected. Stamina is replenished by returning to the miner's camp on the surface. Also limiting individual trips below the surface is the miner's inventory size, as any ore collected once the miner's pack is full is lost.

Additionally, challenges are available that present the player with a specific scenario to overcome. Completing these challenges rewards the player with medals.