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Awesome Metal Detecting is a simulation, indie and action game
developed by Nikita Markin and Artem Basko
and published by Nikita Markin.
Released on May 01st 2017 is available only on Windows
in 4 languages: English, Russian, Polish and Ukrainian.
It has received 442 reviews of which 287 were positive and 155 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. 😐
The game is currently priced at 8.19€ on Steam, but you can find it for 0.68€ on Eneba.
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Windows
- OS *: Windows 7
- Processor: Intel Dual-Core 2.4 GHz
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: nvidia geforce gtx 470
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 4 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX®-compatible
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Awesome Metal Detecting, developed by Nikita Markin and Artem Basko and published by Nikita Markin, is an unconventional indie title that attempts to translate the slow-burn excitement of real-world metal detecting into a digital format. Rather than building its identity around spectacle or narrative, the game focuses on a niche hobby and constructs its entire gameplay loop around the anticipation of discovery. It is a simulation rooted in patience, randomness, and small rewards, offering a relaxed yet occasionally unpredictable experience for players curious about treasure hunting in a simplified virtual environment. The central premise is straightforward: players explore open outdoor maps equipped with a metal detector, scanning the ground for signals that indicate buried objects. When the detector begins to beep, players pinpoint the signal’s strongest location and dig to reveal whatever lies beneath the soil. The finds range from common scrap metal to coins and collectible items, creating a loop built around uncertainty and incremental progress. The satisfaction comes from the act of scanning, isolating the strongest signal, and uncovering something valuable. This repetition mirrors the rhythm of the real-life hobby, where long stretches of uneventful searching are punctuated by brief moments of excitement. Progression is primarily driven by upgrading equipment and selling discovered items. Different detectors offer improved sensitivity and detection capabilities, encouraging players to reinvest their earnings into better tools. While this provides a modest sense of advancement, the overall structure remains relatively simple. There are no elaborate skill trees or deep crafting systems; instead, the focus stays firmly on exploration and item collection. For players seeking a relaxed, meditative loop, this simplicity can be appealing. However, those expecting layered simulation mechanics or strategic complexity may find the depth limited. The environments themselves are functional rather than visually immersive. Maps include fields and coastal areas designed to provide ample terrain for searching, but they lack significant environmental storytelling or dynamic elements. The landscapes serve as backdrops for scanning rather than as richly detailed worlds to explore. Visual fidelity is modest, and while the game’s presentation is serviceable, it does not aim for realism or graphical refinement. Controls and interface elements are straightforward, though occasionally lacking the smoothness found in more polished simulation titles. One of the more unusual aspects of Awesome Metal Detecting is its multiplayer component, supporting a surprisingly high player count for an indie simulation of this scale. In theory, up to dozens of players can explore maps simultaneously, either cooperating or competing to uncover valuable finds. This adds a social dimension that distinguishes it from many solitary simulation games. However, because the player base tends to fluctuate, multiplayer activity may depend on timing and community interest. When active, it can create an amusing sense of shared treasure hunting, turning quiet scanning into a communal activity. The game’s reliance on randomness is both its defining feature and its primary limitation. Every dig is governed by chance, meaning that rewards are unpredictable. This unpredictability captures the essence of real metal detecting but also means that player agency is limited. There are few systems to influence outcomes beyond upgrading equipment and choosing search areas. As a result, extended play sessions can begin to feel repetitive once the novelty of uncovering hidden objects fades. The gameplay loop remains consistent throughout, and without deeper objectives or narrative hooks, long-term engagement depends largely on the player’s tolerance for repetition. Ultimately, Awesome Metal Detecting stands as a niche indie experiment centered on translating a specific hobby into interactive form. It does not strive for dramatic storytelling or expansive simulation systems, instead offering a casual and sometimes quirky experience built around the simple joy of discovery. For players interested in relaxed exploration and incremental rewards, it can provide moments of quiet satisfaction. For others seeking mechanical depth or polished production values, it may feel limited. As a small-scale simulation, it succeeds in capturing the anticipation of uncovering hidden treasures, even if it never expands far beyond that singular idea. Rating: 6/10
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▬▬ | Graphics | ▬▬ 🔳 You forget what reality is 🔳 Beautiful 🔳 Stylistic 🔳 Good ☑️ Decent 🔳 Bad 🔳 Don‘t look too long at it 🔳 Other: ▬▬ | Gameplay | ▬▬ 🔳 Very good 🔳️ Good ☑️ It‘s just gameplay 🔳 Mehh 🔳 Watch paint dry instead 🔳 Just don't 🔳 Other: ▬▬ | Audio | ▬▬ 🔳 Eargasm 🔳 Very good 🔳 Good ☑️ Not too bad 🔳 Bad 🔳 I'm now deaf 🔳 Other: ▬▬ | Audience | ▬▬ 🔳 Kids 🔳 Teens ☑️ Adults ▬▬| Requirements | ▬▬ 🔳 Check if you can run paint ☑️ Low 🔳 Medium 🔳 High end 🔳 NASA computer 🔳 Other: ▬▬| Difficulty |▬▬ 🔳 Just press 'W' ☑️ Easy 🔳 Easy to learn / Hard to master 🔳 Average 🔳 Difficult 🔳 Dark Souls 🔳 Other: ▬▬ | Grind | ▬▬ 🔳 Nothing to grind 🔳 Only if you care about leaderboards/ranks 🔳 Isn't necessary to progress ☑️ Average grind level 🔳 Too much grind 🔳 You‘ll need a second life for grinding 🔳 Other: ▬▬ | Story | ▬▬ ☑️ No Story 🔳 Like Playing "Candy Crush" For The Story 🔳 It's Alright 🔳️ Well Written 🔳 Epic Story 🔳 It‘ll replace your life 🔳 Make your own story 🔳 Other: ▬▬ | Game Time | ▬▬ 🔳 Very short (0 - 5 h) 🔳 Short (5 - 15 h) 🔳 Average (15 - 25 h) 🔳 Long (25 - 60 h) 🔳 Very long (60+ h) ☑️ To infinity and beyond 🔳 Other: ▬▬ | Price | ▬▬ 🔳 It’s free! 🔳 Underpriced 🔳 Worth the price ☑️ If it's on sale 🔳 Could Be Cheaper 🔳 Overpriced 🔳 You could also just burn your money 🔳 Other: ▬▬ | Bugs | ▬▬ 🔳 Never heard of ☑️ Minor bugs 🔳 Can get annoying 🔳 ARK: Survival Evolved 🔳 The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs 🔳 Other: ▬▬| X/10 | ▬▬ 🔳 1 🔳 2 🔳 3 🔳 4 🔳 5 🔳 6 ☑️ 7 🔳 8 🔳 9 🔳 10 ╔═══.·:·.☽✧⛧✧☾.·:·.═══╗ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ L M ╚═══.·:·.☽✧⛧✧☾.·:·.═══╝
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Vintage chocolate chip cookies Ingredients 150g salted butter, softened 80g light brown muscovado sugar 80g granulated sugar 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 large egg 225g plain flour ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda ¼ tsp salt 200g plain chocolate chips or chunks Method STEP 1 Heat the oven to 190C/fan170C/gas 5 and line two baking sheets with non-stick baking paper. STEP 2 Put 150g softened salted butter, 80g light brown muscovado sugar and 80g granulated sugar into a bowl and beat until creamy. STEP 3 Beat in 2 tsp vanilla extract and 1 large egg. STEP 4 Sift 225g plain flour, ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda and ¼ tsp salt into the bowl and mix it in with a wooden spoon. STEP 5 Add 200g plain chocolate chips or chunks and stir well. STEP 6 Use a teaspoon to make small scoops of the mixture, spacing them well apart on the baking trays. This mixture should make about 30 cookies. STEP 7 Bake for 8–10 mins until they are light brown on the edges and still slightly soft in the centre if you press them. STEP 8 Leave on the tray for a couple of mins to set and then lift onto a cooling rack. RECIPE TIPS FREEZING THE BISCUITS If you’ve frozen the biscuits, take them out and arrange them on a lined baking sheet. Once defrosted, pop them in a medium oven 190C/170 fan/gas mark 5 and heat for 2-3 mins to crisp up. Don’t leave them too long or they’ll dry out. STORING DOUGH You can keep the uncooked dough in a sealed container in the fridge for up to two weeks. Simply take some out, dollop on a lined baking tray and allow to come up to room temperature for 5 mins before baking
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Frequently Asked Questions
Awesome Metal Detecting is currently priced at 8.19€ on Steam.
Awesome Metal Detecting is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 8.19€ on Steam.
Awesome Metal Detecting received 287 positive votes out of a total of 442 achieving a rating of 6.25.
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Awesome Metal Detecting was developed by Nikita Markin and Artem Basko and published by Nikita Markin.
Awesome Metal Detecting is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Awesome Metal Detecting is not playable on MacOS.
Awesome Metal Detecting is not playable on Linux.
Awesome Metal Detecting offers both single-player and multi-player modes.
Awesome Metal Detecting offers both Co-op and PvP modes.
Awesome Metal Detecting does not currently offer any DLC.
Awesome Metal Detecting does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Awesome Metal Detecting does not support Steam Remote Play.
Awesome Metal Detecting is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for Awesome Metal Detecting.
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Developer
Nikita Markin,
Artem Basko
Publisher
Nikita Markin
Release
01 May 2017
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