The in-game tutorial in Dig Roblox covers the basics just fine, but it definitely doesn’t tell you everything. If you’re trying to make solid progress, avoid noob mistakes, and push toward the endgame, you’re in the right place.
This is the ultimate beginner’s guide to Dig, packed with pro tips—from smart digging techniques to charm loadouts and shovel upgrades. Let’s dig in!
1. Understand Shovel Stats Before You Start Digging
Before grabbing that first shovel, take a sec to learn how shovel stats actually work. You’ll get a basic feel for this during the tutorial’s digging minigame, but here’s a better breakdown of each stat:
- Strength – Lowers the left bar’s percentage. Stronger shovels = faster digs.
- Control – Makes the bar bigger = easier to nail successful digs.
- Haste – Speeds up your recovery time after failed digs.
- Endurance – Controls the heart meter at the bottom and how long you can stay digging. This stat comes from charms, not the shovel itself.
Pro tip: the more you mess up the minigame, the faster your endurance drops. If you want to pick the best tools for your playstyle, check out our full shovel progression guide later on.
2. Know Where to Dig
Once you get the hang of digging, it’s time to find the best spots. The game suggests getting a $10K detector, but honestly, don’t bother with that early game. A better trick? Follow higher-level players or OG testers—see where they’re digging.
In the beginning, Cinder Shores is your go-to zone until you can afford the Ruby Shovel. For high-tier loot and XP, head to Mount Cinder.
Feeling confident with early-game shovels? Try farming Pine Trees at:
X=3951, Y=1124, Z=-3214 — tons of rare stuff spawns there.
Also, keep an eye out for glowing light beams on the ground. These mark special dig spots. The color shows the rarity of the reward:
- Yellow = Legendary
- Red = Divine
Free high-tier items? Yes, please.
3. Start Quests ASAP
If you’re struggling with digging, quests are your best friend. Not only do they give you cash and items, but some also unlock unique shovels, charms, and buffs. There are one-time quests and three recurring ones you’ll want to focus on:
🍕 Pizza Penguin (Mount Cinder – North)
- Deliver pizzas for $1K–$4K per run
- Complete 25 for the Pizza Roller shovel
- Bonus: Free Arcane Totems every 9 deliveries
⚔️ Cole Blood (Combat Guild – Verdant Vale)
- Offers combat tasks
- Earn cash + permanent boss damage buffs
- Stick with it and unlock Monarch Totems
🧁 Tom’s Bakery (Cinder Approach)
- Muffin quests = stat buffs like luck, control, and haste
- Unlock the Shortcake Shovel and farm Essence Totems
Quests are an easy, low-pressure way to gear up and stack bonuses.
4. Skip Expensive Cars
Cars might look cool, but early on, they’re a waste of money. Your starter ATV is good enough for a while.
I made the rookie mistake of dropping $10K on a vehicle before I got a Jam Shovel—huge regret. Instead, spend your cash on shovel upgrades.
Want faster movement? Get walk speed charms from Traveling Merchants and make a separate loadout just for moving around.
When you’ve got cash flowing from a Gold Shovel, go wild and buy that shiny ride.
5. Don’t Enchant Weak Shovels
Enchantments boost shovel stats, but here’s the catch—they’re percentage-based. So if you enchant a weak shovel, you’re barely getting any value.
The game blocks enchantment tome purchases until you hit level 30, but you might get a random one while digging. If you do—save it.
Only start enchanting once you’ve got at least a Jam Shovel or Spore Spade. Those are solid enough that enchantments make a difference.
6. Always Join Boss Fights
Boss fights in Dig are a goldmine—literally. Whether you’re underpowered or fully kitted out, participating in a fight gives you a shot at rare drops like:
- Charms
- Buffs
- Top-tier shovels (hello, Abyssal Shovel)
If you get lucky, you can skip a bunch of mid-tier grinding just by being in the right fight.
7. Use Charm Loadouts Wisely
Once you’re deep into the game, charms are the real game-changer. You start with one charm slot, get the second at level 10, and unlock a third at level 25.
Customize your charm loadouts based on your activity:
- Bossing: Try Blueshroom Cap + Rock Pounder for extra damage
- Farming: Use Lifting Belt + Regen Coil for more endurance
You can switch between five total loadouts, so get creative. If your stats aren’t working for your setup, just tweak them using a Charm Chisel.
That’s everything you need to get rolling (or digging) in Dig Roblox. With these tips, you’ll avoid common mistakes, level up fast, and start stacking up those rare drops like a true pro.