Motherload
A deep-digging mining adventure on Mars where you pilot a drilling machine to excavate minerals, upgrade your rig, and uncover an alien secret buried underground.
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Controls
Arrow keys to move and drill. Mouse to interact with shop menus on the surface.
Instructions
Drill downward into Martian soil to collect ores and minerals. Return to the surface to sell your haul and buy upgrades for your drill, fuel tank, hull, cargo bay, and radiator. Manage fuel carefully — running out underground means being stranded. Dig deeper for rarer minerals. The game culminates in a final boss encounter deep underground.
Credits
- Title
- Motherload
- Author
- XGen Studios
- Year
- 2004
- Runtime
- Ruffle (Flash emulator)
This game is preserved for archival and educational purposes. Original rights belong to the respective creator(s).
Known Issues
- Save/load functionality may not persist between sessions
Troubleshooting
- Click the game area to activate keyboard controls.
- If audio doesn't play, try clicking inside the game first.
- Use the Reload button above the player to restart.
- Try Chrome or Firefox for best compatibility.
- Disable browser extensions that may interfere with WebAssembly.
About This Game
One of the most beloved Flash games ever made, Motherload by XGen Studios combines addictive mining mechanics with a surprisingly deep storyline set on Mars.