How to Play Falling Pickaxe

Everything you need to know about the block-breaking mechanics, special power-ups, and winning strategies in Pixmove's mining slot.

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Falling Pickaxe how to play guide

Game Basics

Falling Pickaxe by Pixmove is a single-reel instant win game. Instead of matching symbols on paylines, you spin to receive a pickaxe that falls through a grid of blocks. Each block destroyed may add to your win. The round ends when the pickaxe runs out of HP.

RTP is 95%, volatility is low, and the maximum win is x160 your bet.

Spinning for a Pickaxe

The top reel shows four pickaxe types (Wooden, Stone, Iron, Diamond) plus a Cross symbol. Landing a pickaxe starts the drop phase. Landing a Cross means no round – but after 7 consecutive Crosses, the 8th spin is guaranteed to give you a pickaxe.

The Drop Phase

Once you have a pickaxe, it falls through the block grid, breaking blocks one at a time. Each hit reduces the pickaxe's HP. Valuable blocks like Gold, Diamond, and Emerald pay multipliers relative to your bet.

Special Blocks

Three special block types change the course of a round:

  1. TNT – explodes on destruction, clearing all blocks in a radius.
  2. Upgrade Arrow – enlarges the pickaxe 1.5× for 3 seconds; stacks up to 2.5×.
  3. Workbench – fully repairs HP and upgrades to the next pickaxe tier.

Auto Spin & Bonus Buy

Use Auto to spin multiple rounds automatically. Bonus Buy lets you skip the reel and start a round directly with a pickaxe of your choice – ideal if you want action without waiting for a natural drop.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I start a round? +
Set your bet and spin the reel. If you land a pickaxe, the drop phase begins automatically.
What happens when my pickaxe breaks? +
When HP reaches 0, the round ends and all accumulated winnings from destroyed blocks are added to your balance.
Can I choose my pickaxe? +
Normally the reel decides, but Bonus Buy lets you purchase a round with a specific pickaxe tier.
Is the demo the same as real play? +
Yes – the demo uses the same mechanics with a 50,000 virtual balance. Only the money is not real.

Ready to try it yourself?

Open the free demo with 50,000 virtual credits and experience the full game without risk.