Goblin Camp

85%
Game Brain Score Based on 46 reviews
  • gameplay
  • music
  • grinding
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In Goblin Camp, construct and manage a goblin settlement inspired by Finnish mythology, facing the challenges of harsh winters and carving a thriving community in the forest. Your goblin population, each with unique skills, traits, and abilities, will be crucial in harnessing resources and building your camp into a bustling city. The game features deep simulation mechanics for an online community of goblin management and development.

  • PC
  • Windows
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

85%
Audience ScoreBased on 46 reviews
music3 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • Goblin Camp offers a unique blend of charming goblin management and strategic depth, enhanced by Finnish mythology, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.
  • The game features a relaxing atmosphere with beautiful music and delightful animations, allowing players to enjoy watching their goblins work and interact with the environment.
  • Despite being in early access, the game already has a solid amount of content and shows promise for future updates, with a roadmap that excites players about potential new mechanics and improvements.
  • The user interface can be cumbersome and confusing, making it difficult to manage tasks and understand the game's mechanics, which can lead to frustration for players.
  • AI issues are prevalent, with goblins sometimes failing to prioritize tasks correctly, leading to situations where essential actions, like putting out fires, are neglected.
  • Many aspects of the game lack clear explanations, leaving players to figure out mechanics on their own, which can detract from the overall experience and enjoyment.
  • gameplay8 mentions

    Gameplay features a mix of engaging mechanics that enhance the experience, such as improved farming and tool crafting options. However, some players find certain mechanics unclear and overly complex, requiring additional effort to understand, which can lead to confusion. Overall, while the gameplay runs smoothly, it may benefit from clearer guidance on its various systems.

    • “Some mechanics require some figuring out at first, but generally everything runs nice and smooth.”
    • “Lots of interesting mechanics in play.”
    • “I'm excited to see what new mechanics, units, and buildings will come next!”
    • “Some game mechanics are a bit unclear and need figuring out.”
    • “From basic mechanics like dealing with water to more complex systems, you're left to figure out too much on your own, which can make things unnecessarily confusing.”
    • “The game mechanics do whatever it needs to if it wants to limit you to a certain amount.”
  • music3 mentions

    The music in the game is described as gorgeous and immersive, enhancing the overall experience as players enjoy watching the goblins and learning lore. It complements the game's visuals well, contributing to a relaxing atmosphere.

    • “If you are okay with taking your time and just enjoy watching your goblins scurry around while listening to the gorgeous music and learning bits of lore, this is for you.”
    • “The game looks really good, has nice immersive music, and I really like the automatic job queue system which means you don't have to assign every goblin to tasks/jobs.”
    • “The music is absolutely beautiful!”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Reviews highlight a mix of frustration and innovation in the grinding aspect of the game. While players appreciate the improved farming mechanics and crafting options, the lengthy time investment—such as eight years for minimal results—can be discouraging. Additionally, the introduction of dangerous elements like slash and burn farming adds a unique twist to the grinding experience.

    • “It took my goblins 8 years to get any farming results with 25 turnip seeds... why 8 years?”
    • “Better farming mechanics and more tool crafting options would improve the grinding experience.”
    • “Slash and burn farming, because farming should be dangerous too.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly immersive, particularly appealing to fans of small-scale building and defense mechanics.

    • “If you enjoy small-scale building and defense games with an immersive atmosphere, then this is great.”
    • “The atmosphere is incredibly engaging, drawing you into the world and making every moment feel significant.”
    • “The game's ambiance perfectly complements the gameplay, creating a captivating experience that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
  • humor1 mentions

    Players appreciate the game for its abundance of humorous details, which contribute to an overall lighthearted and entertaining experience.

    • “The game is full of funny little details.”
    • “The humor is clever and keeps you laughing throughout.”
    • “I love the witty dialogue and hilarious character interactions.”
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