Gold Panning Shooter is an odd but oddly satisfying hybrid of a classic 'on-rails' shooter and a resource-gathering tycoon game. Instead of shooting traditional enemies, you’re blasting rocks and debris in a river to uncover nuggets of gold. It’s a very tactile experience, especially with haptic feedback enabled; you can really feel the impact of your shots as you sift through the virtual gravel.
While the core mechanic is quite simple, the 'Fever Mode'—where the river turns into a literal gold mine for a few seconds—is genuinely exciting. The progression is tied to upgrading your gear and buying better claims. It’s not the deepest shooter out there, but it’s a great 'coffee break' game that provides a steady sense of reward and some very bright, punchy visuals.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 1.7Thu Jun 22 2023
- Ring and bracelet customizations added.
Create stronger sieves by throwing sieve pieces. With stronger sieves, you can extract more valuable metals from muddy areas.
Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.Create stronger sieves by throwing sieve pieces. With stronger sieves, you can extract more valuable metals from muddy areas.








Gold Panning Shooter takes the thrill of the gold rush and turns it into a high-octane arcade game. Using your trusty gear, you'll fire into the flowing river to break apart stones and reveal hidden treasures. Collect gold to buy more powerful shooters and unlock deeper parts of the river where the real riches lie. With vibrant graphics and intuitive one-touch controls, it's a golden adventure for players of all ages.
Intuitive shooting mechanics
Satisfying loot collection
Upgradeable mining gear
Dynamic river environments
Instead of tapping individual rocks, use a sweeping motion with your finger. This allows you to hit multiple debris targets simultaneously, increasing your chances of triggering a 'Chain Reaction' that yields higher-value nuggets.
Fill the meter at the bottom of the screen by hitting consecutive targets without missing. Once activated, Gold Fever turns all screen debris into pure gold, allowing you to maximize your earnings in a 10-second burst.
Yes! You can find standard gold, rare white gold, and legendary platinum nuggets in the deeper river biomes.