Blacksmith Run

About

Blacksmith Run is a single player action game. It was developed by Skull Box Games and was released on April 19, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

Go with the brave blacksmith on his journey for the Hammer of Gods. To get the legendary tool, you have to overcome 20 hardcore levels filled with deadly traps!

Genres & Tags

Indie

Play Modes

Single-Player

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57%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a challenging experience that requires skill and nerves, making it a valuable addition to your collection.
Despite its simplicity, the controls feel adequate enough for a platformer.
Some players find the game captivating and enjoyable, appreciating its old-school platforming elements.

The game features severely limited mechanics, with the character moving automatically and no option to turn.
Levels are poorly designed with frustrating obstacles and a lack of clear goals, leading to a meaningless experience.
The overall visual quality is low, and the game suffers from sluggish controls and significant lag, making it unplayable for some.

gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is criticized for its limited mechanics and poorly designed levels, which create a frustrating experience rather than a challenging one. Players encounter stiff controls and repetitive elements, with obstacles that feel carelessly placed, detracting from overall enjoyment.
- “It’s as if they thought, 'Why give the player full control when we can just make them suffer?' The problem isn't just the severely limited mechanics; the levels themselves look like they were designed blindfolded, or rather, with zero care.”
- “You’re thrown into a stage with poorly placed obstacles and stiff gameplay that feels more like a trap than a real challenge.”
- “Some levels may seem overly repetitive, lacking variety in enemies to spice up gameplay.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The user expresses a casual approach to exploring their game library, indicating that they may not have high expectations for the story, as they likely acquired the game through a bundle. Overall, the sentiment suggests a lack of investment in the narrative aspect of the game.
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
The graphics have been criticized for relying on outdated retro pixel art, which many feel is a poor substitute for modern PC graphics.
- “They chose to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is noted for its immersive quality, enhancing the overall experience and complementing the gameplay effectively. Users appreciate the sound design, which adds depth and atmosphere to the game world.