You can sell your found gold to upgrade equipment or buy better claims.

The world features fully deformable ground, allowing you to dig deep pits and reshape the landscape as you hunt for gold-rich soil.

Watch these guides and gameplay clips to see the progression from manual panning to massive industrial mining operations:

After a tutorial period, the game opens into a sandbox mode where you can manage your finances, lease claims like "Old Arnold," and expand your empire at your own pace.