- ThistleMine is set in lands poisoned by a substance called Miasma, creating sentient lifeforms known as Anomalis.
- The game takes place in an Anomalis Exclusion Zone where the ThistleMine Excavation Corps must rid the areas of Anomalis.
- Players take on the role of a new recruit named Noa to venture into the hostile environment and collect vital artifacts.
- Navigating the toxic lands involves stepping through portals, which can be frustrating due to the repetitive nature.
- The combat in ThistleMine is turn-based and requires strategic thinking to defeat bosses.
- Despite enjoying the combat and dark atmosphere of the game, the irritating portal system is a major drawback.