Key Features
- Search mechanics: Dig through thousands of stalks of hay to spot the hidden needle.
- Tool progression: Use a pitchfork, magnet, and bombs to clear hay more efficiently.
- Performance tracking: Clear the haystack at your own pace or try to beat your best time.
How to Play
Gather straw
Approach the haystack and use your hand or tools to gather straw. On PC, use LMB or E. On mobile, use the action button.
Feed the cow
Carry the collected straw to the cow and feed her to progress through the day.
Manage tools and upgrades
Sell extra hay for money and diamonds to purchase and upgrade tools like the pitchfork, magnet, and bomb. Use keys 1-6 to select tools and Tab to open upgrades.
Start the car
Once you find the needle, equip it using key 6 and press E to start the car.
Who Should Play Search for the Needle!?
Frequently Asked Questions about Search for the Needle!
What happens when I find the needle?
Once found, you must equip the needle using key 6 and then interact with the car using the E key to start it.
How do I move my character?
On PC, use the WASD keys to move. On mobile, use the on-screen stick.
Can I make the search faster?
Yes, you can upgrade your tools or use a magnet and bombs to clear the hay more quickly.
Is Search for the Needle! free to play?
Yes, Search for the Needle! is free to play on Nub Games. Optional in-app purchases are available. No download or registration required.
Can I play Search for the Needle! on mobile?
Search for the Needle! works on both desktop and mobile devices. Best played in landscape mode.
What age rating is Search for the Needle!?
The catalog age rating for Search for the Needle! is 6+.
