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Blacksmith: Dark Times

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33%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
43% User Score Based on 28 reviews

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About Blacksmith: Dark Times

Blacksmith: Dark Times is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Aragronks Games and was released on July 20, 2018. It received neutral reviews from players.

Take on the role of a blacksmith in the castle, create weapons and sell them to soldiers, get resources from caves. Get the master rating.

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43%Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews
humor4 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game has a good concept and shows potential for improvement with future updates.
  • The graphics and animations are functional, and the gameplay can be fun once players figure out the mechanics.
  • The developer appears dedicated and passionate about the game, with frequent updates and interesting planned content.
  • The game is riddled with bugs, spelling errors, and lacks proper tutorials, making it difficult to play.
  • There is a feeling of abandonment, as the game has not been patched in a long time and content has not significantly grown.
  • The mechanics can be repetitive, and the overall experience feels rushed and unpolished.

  • gameplay

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 17% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    The gameplay features simple mechanics that are easy to master, but many players find it repetitive and somewhat rushed. While the core experience is enjoyable, there is a consensus that improvements could enhance the overall depth and variety in future updates.

    • “The mechanics are quite simple to master, making it accessible for new players.”
    • “Gameplay is fun and engaging, providing a satisfying experience.”
    • “The mechanics are quite simple to master, and the game tends to be very repetitive in this state.”
    • “As mentioned before, the mechanics are repetitive - that can (will?) be fixed in the future, of course.”
    • “The mechanics are quite simple to master, and the game tends to be very repetitive in this state.”

  • humor

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is hit-or-miss, with some players finding it amusing, particularly the inclusion of a funny fart sound during the sleep phase. However, the overall experience may be dampened by the game's cost and expectations for assistance, leading to mixed feelings about its comedic elements.

    • “Graphics are functional and nice, animations are essential, and sounds are somewhat realistic (with a funny fart sound during the sleep phase too).”

  • stability

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game has been criticized for its poor stability, with multiple users reporting frequent crashes and bugs, leading to a general recommendation against purchasing it in its current state.

    • “Clunky, buggy, and crashes a lot. Would not buy as is.”

  • graphics

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The graphics are described as functional and visually appealing, complemented by essential animations. Additionally, the sound design includes realistic effects, featuring humorous elements like a fart sound during the sleep phase.

    • “The graphics are functional and visually appealing, with essential animations and somewhat realistic sounds, including a humorous fart sound during the sleep phase.”

  • story

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The story is characterized by a series of rushed missions that may feel disjointed or hurried, impacting the overall narrative flow. While some players appreciate the fast-paced nature, others find it detracts from deeper storytelling elements.

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Blacksmith: Dark Times is a simulation game. Common tags for Blacksmith: Dark Times include indie and early access.

Blacksmith: Dark Times is available on PC and Windows.

Blacksmith: Dark Times was released on July 20, 2018.

Blacksmith: Dark Times was developed by Aragronks Games.

Blacksmith: Dark Times has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked Blacksmith: Dark Times for its humor but disliked it for its gameplay.

Blacksmith: Dark Times is a single player game.

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