Blacksmith. Song of two Kings.
- February 13, 2024
- Pavel Leksin
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"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.
Reviews
- The game offers a unique and satisfying crafting experience, allowing players to manually shape and create items, which feels rewarding.
- The story mode is well put together, providing an engaging narrative that enhances the crafting gameplay.
- Despite some initial learning curve, the game becomes enjoyable and relaxing once players get accustomed to the controls and mechanics.
- The controls can be frustrating and unintuitive, leading to issues with item manipulation and crafting accuracy.
- The tutorial is lacking in depth, leaving players to figure out many mechanics on their own, which can be overwhelming.
- There are numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including issues with inventory management and item registration.
- gameplay19 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a unique and addictive crafting loop that encourages players to fulfill orders, upgrade tools, and explore various mechanics. While the game offers a satisfying hands-on experience with multiple ways to tackle crafting, it suffers from frustrating physics and control issues that can hinder progress. Overall, players appreciate the depth and creativity involved, despite some rough edges and a lack of detailed explanations for certain mechanics.
“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 want a true blacksmith simulator, with nice physics and all the mechanics, I truly recommend this game.”
“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.”
- story15 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The story in the game is well-crafted and engaging, serving as a backdrop to the unique crafting gameplay that drives player progression. While the narrative is heartwarming and features interesting NPCs with their own stories, some players wished for a more visual representation of the impact of their efforts. Overall, the combination of a cozy atmosphere, intriguing world-building, and a rewarding crafting loop makes the story a compelling aspect of the game.
“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.).”
“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.”
“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 kinda wished to see the results of my work more visually throughout 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.”
“The story is okay; the AI-generated voices for your forge buddies make me laugh, but it could really use more depth.”
- music5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the atmospheric sounds and the soundtrack, although some find it repetitive after a short duration. However, there are complaints about audio balancing, with certain sound effects being disproportionately loud compared to the music, which can be jarring. Overall, the soundtrack complements the gameplay, particularly for those who enjoy intricate mechanics.
“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 - 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.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches affecting gameplay, including malfunctioning controls and unresponsive menus. Players have reported being unable to complete tasks and experiencing repeated failures due to these technical problems, leading to a frustrating experience overall.
“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 I have no idea how much it costs to upgrade my house as this doesn't show either. Very janky, buggy game for the price.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their enjoyable art style and immersive crafting physics, which enhance the overall experience. Players who appreciate a unique visual aesthetic and a challenge at their own pace will find the graphics particularly appealing.
“The art style and crafting physics are really enjoyable, so for me, they are easily overlooked.”
“A song of two kings to anyone who enjoys a bit of a challenge at their own pace and appreciates this kind of immersive art style.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users note that grinding involves placing the grinding stone in a forge slot and adjusting the rail on the grinding wheel, although it lacks horizontal adjustment options.
“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.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game's story to be heartwarming, emphasizing that their efforts contribute significantly to helping those in need, which enhances their emotional engagement with the experience.
“I haven't even finished the game yet, but I've been having a great time with it. The story is heartwarming, as most of your hard work goes to help those who need it the most.”
“The emotional depth of the characters really resonated with me, making every decision feel impactful.”
“I was genuinely moved by the storyline; it made me reflect on my own life and the choices I make.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by great music and immersive sound design, creating an engaging and captivating experience for players.
“The game features great music and atmospheric sounds that truly enhance the experience.”
“The immersive atmosphere created by the sound design and music is simply breathtaking.”
“The combination of haunting melodies and ambient sounds draws you into the game's world.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its low replayability, suggesting that players may not find enough incentive or variety to engage with it multiple times.
“The game has low replayability, making it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
“Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
“The lack of varied outcomes and choices results in low replayability.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its intentionally poor execution, which many players find amusingly entertaining.
“It looked hilariously bad.”
“The jokes are so clever, I couldn't stop laughing.”
“The characters have such a quirky sense of humor that it kept me entertained throughout.”
