Alaska Gold Fever Gold rush mining sim
Nine claims, deep upgrades, cold survival, and camp logistics — practical routes, tools, and quests in one place.
Jump into the rush
Alaska Gold Fever — 1896 prospecting sim. Nine claims, tool upgrades, survival, and camp economy.
Steam App ID: 1674200 · 17 UI languages on Steam
Quick start (first days)
Three rules that save runs
- Chop wood → fire → food loop to keep stamina positive.
- Warm clothes before glacier routes; cold drains work time fast.
- Start dust runs at Eagle River; upgrade the pan before chasing far claims.
Avoid empty-stamina mining and brittle tools on hard rock. Aim for workshop upgrades by day three to double daily throughput.
Nine mines at a glance
Each site favors different gold forms and unlock pacing. Read the full pages for routes, risks, and video walkthroughs.
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| Mine | Type | Gold | Difficulty | Unlock |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle River Mine | Small | Dust | ⭐ | Day 1 |
| Glacier Creek | Medium | Flakes | ⭐⭐⭐ | 100 gold |
| McKinley District | Large | Nuggets | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Late story |
| Bonanza Creek Claim | Small | Dust | ⭐⭐ | Day 2–3 |
| White Pass Tunnel | Medium | Flakes | ⭐⭐⭐ | Cart upgrade |
| Yukon River Bar | Medium | Dust | ⭐⭐ | Sluice unlock |
| Chilkoot Ridge | Large | Mixed | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Expedition permit |
| Nome Beach Sands | Small | Dust | ⭐⭐ | Coastal access |
| Tanana Deep Cut | Large | Nuggets | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Deep mining tech |
❓ FAQ
- Fastest early gold?
- Pan upgrades plus Eagle River dust runs; reinvest into stamina and warmth before distant treks.
- How do I avoid freezing?
- Keep fuel, cooked food, and cold gear; short trips during blizzards and plan return paths.
- Best late-game mine?
- McKinley-scale sites favor nuggets but need explosives and strong supports.
- Tool order?
- Pan → pickaxe speed/durability → shovel/sluice for volume → dynamite for deep rock.
- Where are quests tracked?
- Use the quest hub page for NPCs, rewards, and unlock flow alongside your current chapter.
Mining deep dive
Tunnels, supports, collapse risk, and where dust turns into flakes.
Survival playbook
Cold, food, stamina, and travel planning for long shifts.
Crafting hub
Core recipes that unlock tools, carts, and late charges.