Craftlands Workshoppe
- December 17, 2021
- Arvydas Žemaitis
- 24h median play time
Get on SteamCraftlands Workshoppe is a crafting and management simulation game where you build and run your own workshop. Gather resources, craft items, and serve customers to expand your business. The game features a variety of tools, materials, and recipes to discover, providing hours of creative gameplay.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a fun crafting and management system that allows players to unlock new recipes and automate production as they progress.
- Many players find the game enjoyable and addictive, with a solid gameplay loop that keeps them engaged for hours.
- The developers are responsive to community feedback and are expected to continue improving the game with updates.
- The game has been criticized for being abandoned, with a lack of updates and unfinished content despite being labeled as 'fully released'.
- Players have reported frustrating gameplay mechanics, such as poor movement controls and unbalanced worker salaries that hinder progress.
- Many users feel the game is overly grindy and lacks meaningful rewards, leading to a repetitive experience that can become tedious.
- story18 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The story in the game has received mixed feedback, with some players finding it juvenile and confusing due to the scattered nature of quests and item requirements. While the initial grind can be challenging, many appreciate the depth and potential of the narrative, especially as the game is still in early access and expected to evolve. Overall, players are eager to see how the story develops further.
“Especially the great story makes this game complete.”
“It takes a while to get things down pat but then you're set and ready to explore more of the story.”
“Please bear in mind that this game is still in early access and the story is not yet complete, so I am really looking forward to getting back to it again very soon.”
“It is a bit confusing to remember who sells what, since they are all scattered throughout the islands and sometimes you don't use anything until way farther in the story (looking at you, rubber).”
“I think there were 4-5 easy missions before they asked for something that takes you like hundreds of trades to unlock recipes to unlock ingredients for the actual item.”
“I had to do a mission to trade in 50 nails to get an iron plate blueprint, and then when I got it, I looked to see what the cost of producing it - 4 iron ores and the selling price of it?”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is engaging and offers a variety of mechanics, including crafting and automation, which contribute to a fun and lengthy playthrough. While some users note that the game is still buggy and the mechanics can be unclear, many appreciate the charm in discovering how to navigate the game. Overall, the gameplay loop is solid, with plenty of unlockable content that enhances the experience.
“The game will introduce new concepts throughout your gameplay, so you can expect quite a long and fun playthrough.”
“This game definitely has potential - I love the atmosphere, the banter between characters, the crafting mechanics, the possibilities in different branches of crafting, and the idea of automation - all wonderful things I love in this game.”
“The gameplay is solid, featuring a great loop.”
“The gameplay is still a bit buggy, but you get used to it (and it's still early, I'm sure the devs will fix some things).”
“There are lots of things to unlock via gameplay like recipes, areas, and freight destinations.”
“The gameplay has potential, but it feels unpolished and could use more refinement.”
- grinding8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be monotonous and frustrating, particularly in the early stages, where repetitive tasks and unengaging upgrades detract from the experience. The blacksmithing mini-game, while initially enjoyable, quickly loses its appeal after numerous repetitions, leading to a sense of fatigue. Although the endgame is also somewhat grindy, there is hope that future content updates will alleviate some of these issues.
“However, it feels monotonous and grindy, as if the game could use a bit of balancing, especially early-game.”
“Plot snippets and uninteresting shop upgrades were not fun enough to justify the frustration of constantly being fed more recipes requiring more tedious wandering to source the necessary inputs.”
“Blacksmithing becomes grindy - after your 50th sword, you're sick of clicking the button to hit in the green bar (the mini-game lost its fun after the first hour).”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features enjoyable humor, particularly through its fun NPC dialogue, which adds a lighthearted touch to the experience. Players appreciate the overall comedic elements, contributing to the game's fun and engaging atmosphere.
“Fun game, nice humor, plays well, loads fast.”
“Fun NPC dialogue with moderate humor.”
“Funny, I don't remember it being finished...”
- graphics4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as fun and engaging, contributing to an enjoyable experience without the need for extensive grinding. The art style is appealing, making it accessible for players who appreciate a lighter gaming experience.
“The graphics are fun and engaging, making it easy to enjoy the game without feeling overwhelmed.”
“The art style is delightful and adds a unique charm to the overall experience.”
“The visuals are vibrant and appealing, enhancing the enjoyment of the gameplay.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Reviews on optimization are mixed; while some players praise the game for its excellent performance and lack of bugs, others criticize it for being poorly optimized. Overall, experiences vary significantly among users.
“During all the hours I played, I never encountered a single bug, and the performance was excellent. Well done, Excalibur! Very good effort, thank you.”
“The game is poorly optimized.”
“The game is poorly optimized.”
“The game suffers from significant optimization issues.”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as relaxing and well-complemented by the visuals and pacing, contributing to an overall soothing atmosphere. However, some users noted that the progression system could be clearer and that there are minor balancing issues.
“The feel of the game (the look, the soundtrack, the pacing) is very relaxing.”
“I like the colors and the music.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game presents an interesting concept, but players report that the gameplay is somewhat buggy. However, many are optimistic that the developers will address these issues as the game continues to evolve.
“The gameplay is still a bit buggy, but you get used to it. I'm sure the devs will fix some things.”
“The game has potential, but frequent crashes make it frustrating to play.”
“I encountered several glitches that disrupted my experience, which is disappointing.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with players appreciating the engaging character banter and the immersive crafting mechanics. The potential for diverse crafting branches and automation further enhances the overall experience, contributing to a captivating environment.
“This game definitely has potential - I love the atmosphere, the banter between characters, the crafting mechanics, the possibilities in different branches of crafting, and the idea of automation - all wonderful things I love in this game.”
