The Spotter Dig or Die is an indie action-adventure game that combines a mining simulator with tower defense mechanics in a post-apocalyptic Nevada. You play as Spotter, the manager of an abandoned gas station near the ruins of Las Veganos. Your goal is to survive hordes of mutants while repairing a vital receiver to receive a vital message from the President. The gameplay is divided into day and night: during the day, you descend into the mines to mine resources, upgrade equipment like a shovel and jetpack, and discover roguelike artifacts that grant unique abilities.