Block of Rum
- February 5, 2019
- Obi-Wanya
Get on Steam"Block of Rum" is a sandbox game focused on shipbuilding and piracy in a procedurally generated world. Create your unique ship from various blocks, considering speed, strength, and firepower. Remember that your ship is also your transport, as inventory blocks remain only on loaded ships, adding a strategic element to resource management and battles.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The ship construction mechanics are engaging and offer a lot of potential for creativity.
- Recent updates have addressed major issues, improving gameplay and making it more enjoyable.
- The aesthetic and direction of the game are appreciated, indicating a solid foundation for future development.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and performance issues, making it frustrating to play.
- The user interface is rough and confusing, hindering the overall experience.
- Gameplay mechanics, such as combat and quest tracking, are poorly designed and lead to frequent player frustration.
- story8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is hampered by frustrating quest tracking, as players often struggle to locate objectives due to a lack of clear markers beyond a single red X. While there are side quests available that allow for ship upgrades, the cumbersome menu navigation detracts from the overall experience.
“Regardless of what quest you pick, each one is marked with a red X, and you are supposed to know exactly where it is, because aside from that red X, there's no marker indicating which way you're supposed to go.”
“It also takes forever to open the quest and trade menus.”
“Quest tracking is confusing and poorly implemented.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a promising construction mechanic that captivates players, particularly in shipbuilding; however, it suffers from a lack of materials and color options, which limits the overall experience and enjoyment.
“I really got hooked on the construction mechanics; I would definitely play for hours building ships if there were more materials and color options for those materials.”
“The idea is great, but the overall gameplay around the idea is just horrible.”
“I really got hooked on the construction mechanics, but I would definitely play for hours building ships if there were more materials and color options for those materials.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users consistently praise the game's aesthetic and artistic direction, highlighting its visual appeal as a standout feature.
“I really enjoy the aesthetic and direction of the graphics.”
“The graphics are stunning and create an immersive experience.”
“The art style is beautifully crafted and enhances the overall gameplay.”
