Dig Dig Die Beta & Playtest

Dig Dig Die Playtest

Before the full launch on August 6, 2026, Alice Games conducted beta playtests for Dig Dig Die on Steam. Here's what we know.

First Playtest

The initial playtest has concluded. The development team gathered community feedback and returned to development. Based on the official Steam announcement:

"The first playtest is over! Thanks for all the feedback. We're back in development and sharing keys for content creators."

Content Creator Keys

Following the playtest, Alice Games began sharing keys with content creators for wider exposure. If you're a content creator interested in covering Dig Dig Die:

1. Join the official Discord (linked on the Steam page)
2. Contact the developers through their social channels (X, YouTube, Bilibili, Instagram)
3. Request a key with your channel/audience details

Playtester Platform

The game was also listed on Playtester.io, where players could sign up for beta access. The listing confirmed the game's core features:

• Online co-op horror for 1-6 players
• Cursed flying ship hub
• Haunted graveyard raids
• Sound-based monster AI
• Vending machines and casino

What the Beta Covered

Based on community reports and trailer footage, the playtest included:

• Core digging and looting mechanics
• Monster encounters with sound detection
• Co-op gameplay for small groups
• Early versions of the ship hub and vending machines

How to Prepare for Launch

If you missed the playtest, you can still prepare:

1. Wishlist on Steam — Get notified the moment it launches
2. Read our beginner guide — Learn the mechanics before playing
3. Assemble your crew — Find 2-5 friends for the best co-op experience
4. Check your system requirements — Ensure your PC is ready

Related Guides

• Release Date & Info
• Beginner Guide
• Trailer & Media

FAQ

How do you get a playtest key for Dig Dig Die?

The first playtest has already concluded, so keys are no longer being distributed through that playtest. Following the playtest, Alice Games began sharing keys with content creators for wider exposure. If you're a content creator, you can join the official Discord, contact the developers through their social channels, and request a key with your channel and audience details.

Can you still sign up for the Dig Dig Die beta?

The game was listed on Playtester.io, where players could sign up for beta access. However, the initial playtest has concluded and the development team has returned to development. You can still wishlist the game on Steam to get notified the moment it launches.

What was included in the Dig Dig Die playtest?

Based on community reports and trailer footage, the playtest included core digging and looting mechanics, monster encounters with sound detection, co-op gameplay for small groups, and early versions of the ship hub and vending machines. The Playtester.io listing also confirmed features like online co-op horror for 1-6 players, a cursed flying ship hub, haunted graveyard raids, sound-based monster AI, and vending machines and casino.

Does Dig Dig Die have online co-op?

Yes, the Playtester.io listing confirmed the game features online co-op horror for 1-6 players. The playtest included co-op gameplay for small groups. To prepare for launch, the article suggests assembling your crew by finding 2-5 friends for the best co-op experience.

When does Dig Dig Die launch?

Dig Dig Die has a full launch date of August 6, 2026. Before that launch, Alice Games conducted beta playtests on Steam. If you missed the playtest, you can wishlist the game on Steam to get notified the moment it launches.