Black Gold: Oil Drilling Simulator

Simulation· Casual· Automation· Resource Management

Released Sep 2026

Step into the grit of the early 20th-century oil boom. Build your drilling empire from the dirt up chop timber, maintain rusty machinery, and manage a rugged crew. Strike black gold, overcome ruthless crises, and turn raw earth into an unimaginable fortune. The rush begins now.

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Steam Updated 12 Oct 2026 $14.99

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Evaluation

Black Gold: Oil Drilling Simulator launched on September 10, 2026, and the developer has already been active with post-launch updates and a concrete roadmap. Two patches shipped within the first week of release (versions 1.0.1 on September 11 and 1.0.2 on September 14), addressing gameplay improvements, bug fixes, and quality-of-life refinements. Most significantly, on September 17, 2026 — just one week after launch — the developer published a detailed roadmap for Update 1.1.0. This update is explicitly planned and includes new late-game quests expanding what players can do after completing the pipeline, additional lumberjack drones, a random events system, new items to discover in the town, and UI fixes. The developer is also evaluating adding a small drivable vehicle, though this has not yet been confirmed for 1.1.0. The developer actively solicited community feedback on the roadmap, signaling ongoing engagement and intent to continue developing the game.

Evidence

Developer published a detailed roadmap for Update 1.1.0, announcing new late-game quests, random events, additional lumberjack drones, new town exploration content, and UI improvements.

news post · Sep 17, 2026 source content planned

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Game launched on Steam on September 10, 2026.

news post · Sep 10, 2026 source content shipped

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Developer

CreativeForge Games

Publisher

CreativeForge Games

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Platform

Windows

Controller

partial support

Steam Deck

Unsupported

Players

Single-player

Simulation Casual Automation Resource Management Building Realistic Crafting Management First-Person Atmospheric Indie Economy Sandbox Survival Action

About this game

Welcome to the Oil Rush

Black Gold: Oil Drilling Simulator puts you right in the muddy boots of a pioneer chasing the ultimate fortune. This is a first-person management game where success isn't handed to you it’s built with sweat, grease, and raw ambition.

Carve an Empire from the Dirt

You don’t just buy an oil rig; you build it. Start by clearing the land, chopping timber, and processing the materials needed to erect your very first derricks. Every plank laid and structure raised is a direct result of your hard labor.

Grease, Rust, and Roaring Engines

Machinery is the beating heart of your operation, but these iron beasts need constant babysitting. Listen to the rhythm of the pumps, replace grinding gears, and fight off the ever-present rust. If you don't maintain your equipment, the elements will gladly take it back.

Your Crew, Your Lifeline

You can't drain the earth dry on your own. Hire a rugged crew to handle the heavy lifting. Train your workers to boost efficiency, and don't forget to upgrade your home base. Better living conditions mean higher morale, unlocking new ways to streamline your growing business.

Strike It Rich

Selling that first barrel of crude changes everything. Watch your funds skyrocket and immediately reinvest. Research early 1900s tech, expand your drilling territory, and replace rusty valves with industrial marvels. The race for wealth is unforgiving, but the payoff is legendary.