Blacksmith. Song of two Kings.

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"Blacksmith: Song of Two Kings" is a high fantasy game that lets you experience the life of a blacksmith. Forge unique weapons, armor, and other items using various materials and magic. Upgrade your forge, explore the world, and uncover the game's story through interactions and quests. With over 100 schemes and a free-to-play forge mode, immerse yourself in the art of blacksmithing and crafting.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Blacksmith. Song of two Kings. screenshot

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 180 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

music6 negative mentions

Engaging and challenging crafting mechanics that allow for creativity and skill development.
Unique gameplay experience that captures the essence of blacksmithing, with a satisfying progression system.
Relaxing and enjoyable, perfect for casual play sessions with a charming story and constant updates.

Controls can be frustrating and unintuitive, leading to difficulties in crafting and managing materials.
User interface and tutorial could use significant improvements for better clarity and usability.
The game is prone to bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay and cause loss of progress.

gameplay
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
65%
13%
The gameplay is praised for its innovative mechanics and enjoyable crafting experience, offering a satisfying and addictive reward loop that keeps players engaged for hours. While the game features a variety of tools and approaches to crafting, some players note issues with physics and control mechanics that can hinder the experience. Overall, it is considered a solid crafting simulator with room for improvement, particularly in its physics and tutorial explanations.
- “Nominating this for the most innovative gameplay award.”
- “The gameplay is very unique and the story mode is very well put together and has a nice addictive reward loop going (fulfill crafting order > make money > buy advanced crafting tools and components > upgrade your forge > fulfill more complex orders > etc.).”
- “If you like involved gameplay that consists of meticulous tinkering, measuring, and experimenting - Blacksmith: Song of Two Kings will be right up your valley!”
- “Just not good enough physics mechanics for the game; materials constantly get stuck on objects that are supposed to be used together.”
- “The hammer rotation mechanics are awful as you try to angle it just right in this 2D environment where you bump into everything.”
- “The frustrating controls and the many mechanics that are not explained prevent me from getting further in the game.”
story
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
44%
9%
The game features a well-crafted story presented in a visual novel style, which adds depth and meaning to the crafting gameplay. Players find the narrative engaging and heartwarming, as their efforts help those in need, although some express a desire for more visual representation of their impact. Overall, the story complements the unique crafting mechanics and progression system, enhancing the overall experience.
- “Figuring out how to make the requested item was fun; using the tools and making the item itself was enjoyable, and it also felt nice to have a story going on in the background, giving some meaning to the items crafted.”
- “Progressing through the story unlocks new unique orders with gradually increasing complexity, which does a great job at teaching the player new techniques that will come in handy later.”
- “I haven't even finished the game yet, but I have been having a great time with it. The story is somewhat heartwarming, as most of your hard work goes to help those who need it the most.”
- “I kinda wished to see the results of my work more visually thought out in the story, seeing how people's lives improved thanks to my help, but that's just my opinion.”
- “There is a story that goes with the game that makes coming across some of the NPCs a little more organic, and their needs (like a shovel for a graveyard keeper, for instance) seem real.”
- “Extremely cozy, but at the same time, it gets me hooked with the story bits and overall world.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
36%
43%
The music in "Blacksmith: Song of Two Kings" is generally well-received, with players appreciating the atmospheric sounds and engaging soundtrack, although some find it repetitive after a short duration. However, there are complaints about audio balancing, with certain sound effects being disproportionately loud, which can be jarring. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's immersive experience.
- “Great music and atmospheric sounds.”
- “The soundtrack I found to be alright for all of the 3 minutes; it didn't feel like a loop.”
- “The audio balancing is wacky at times, but the music adds a unique charm to the experience.”
- “The audio balancing is wacky at times - my cats got scared when an audio sample of 'angry cat meowing' blasted at full volume, disproportionately louder than music or other sounds.”
- “Soundtrack I found to be alright for all of the 3 minutes; it didn't feel like a loop.”
- “Only complaint I have is a minor one that is a non-issue to me because I tend to watch videos while I play games would be the voice lines from the companions and the soundtrack.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, such as malfunctioning controls and unresponsive menus. Players frequently encounter frustrating obstacles, including being locked out of tasks and having to retry levels multiple times due to low protection despite following the correct procedures. Overall, the game's instability detracts from the experience, making it feel janky and unreliable.
- “Very buggy, extremely finicky.”
- “Way too many glitches; I literally had to retry a level 5 times because the protection was too low even though I did everything right.”
- “Really janky controls, buggy as hell, menus don't work properly. I've been locked out of completing a task as the metal saw doesn't work anymore. I can't upgrade my workshop even though I have the funds and have no idea how much it costs to upgrade my house as this doesn't show either. Very janky, buggy game for the price.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are characterized by an immersive art style that many players find enjoyable, particularly in relation to the crafting physics. While some may overlook certain graphical shortcomings, the overall aesthetic appeals to those who appreciate a unique visual experience and a challenge at their own pace.
- “The art style and crafting physics are really enjoyable, so for me they are easily overlooked.”
- “This game is a song of two kings to anyone who enjoys a bit of a challenge at their own pace, especially for those who appreciate immersive art styles.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that grinding involves placing a grinding stone in a vacant slot at the forge, with the grinding wheel's rail being adjustable, though only vertically. This suggests a level of customization in the grinding process, but the lack of horizontal adjustment may limit flexibility.
- “The grinding stone needs to be placed in a vacant slot in the forge.”
- “The rail on the grinding wheel can be adjusted, but not horizontally.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game's story to be heartwarming, emphasizing that their efforts contribute significantly to helping those in need, which enhances their overall enjoyment and emotional connection to the experience.
- “I haven't even finished the game yet, but I have been having a great time with it. The story is heartwarming, and it feels rewarding to know that most of your hard work goes to help those who need it the most.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its exceptional music and immersive sound design, which significantly enhance the overall experience.
- “The game features great music and atmospheric sounds that truly enhance the experience.”
- “The combination of great music and atmospheric sounds creates an immersive environment.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game has been consistently noted for its low replayability, suggesting that players may not find enough incentive to revisit it after completing the initial experience.
- “The game has low replayability.”
- “There isn't much incentive to play through the game again.”
- “Once you've completed it, there's little reason to return.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its intentionally poor execution, which users find amusingly entertaining.
- “It looked hilariously bad.”