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The orcs have started a war and are trying to take over the world! Gather your friends and smelt, mold and forge your own weapons to craft an end to this war!

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

75%

Audience ScoreBased on 134 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Fun and engaging local co-op gameplay, reminiscent of Overcooked.
Free to play, making it accessible for everyone.
Charming graphics and enjoyable audio that enhance the overall experience.

Controls can be clunky and frustrating, leading to a less enjoyable experience.
The game is very short, with only a few levels available.
Lacks online multiplayer options, limiting playability for those without local co-op partners.

gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
35%
18%
The gameplay is generally praised for its engaging crafting mechanics and cooperative elements, making it enjoyable for players working together. While some find the gameplay simple and occasionally flawed, many appreciate the addictive nature and the increasing challenge as the game progresses. Overall, the mechanics are sound, and the combination of fun tasks and appealing visuals contributes to a positive gaming experience.
- “My girlfriend and I enjoyed the gameplay loop of crafting weapons together and performing the minigames to refine materials. We both found the things we preferred doing and stuck to perfecting the tasks we each chose.”
- “The gameplay is simple yet fun. It makes it look easier in the first levels, but as the game progresses, the tasks get trickier and so does filling commands. The concept of the game is original and creative, plus at the same time, you learn every step involved in the making of weapons. The graphics are simple yet beautiful and nice to the eye, and the music is neat as well.”
- “Gameplay is fun, challenging, and at times hectic.”
- “So I played this game for 30 minutes and beat every level they had to offer, even though I felt like I performed poorly on some of them, mainly because of the game's poor mechanics.”
- “Normally for the type of game that it is, I'd expect poor quality models and gameplay.”
- “First impression gameplay:”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
18%
27%
The graphics are generally described as simple, clean, and whimsical, fitting the game's theme effectively. While some players appreciate the cute and fun visuals, others find them lacking depth and detail, leading to a perception of dullness in the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are seen as functional but could benefit from further refinement.
- “The visuals and gameplay are very good!”
- “Graphics are simple and whimsical, but fit the theme of the game and work well.”
- “The graphics are cute but the gameplay is too simple to be entertaining alone.”
- “The graphics are simple, the audio is nothing special, and the single player is pretty boring.”
- “The graphics are cute, but the gameplay is too simple to be entertaining on its own.”
- “Graphics are simple and whimsical, but they fit the theme of the game and work well.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
56%
33%
The reviews indicate that the game has minimal to no story development, leaving players wishing for more narrative depth and progression. While some players enjoy the game's themes, such as goblins and crafting, the overall consensus is that the story is very short and lacks substantial content.
- “My story goes like this: I absolutely love goblins, orcs, and crafting.”
- “I don't mean that in a bad way, just in the way of there being little to no story.”
- “I wish the story continued towards the end, but what can you do?”
- “(if only they actually had some development into some kind of a story that is..)”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
88%
13%
The music in the game is consistently praised for being pleasant, fitting, and chill, enhancing the overall experience without adding unnecessary tension. Players appreciate the simple lute melodies that complement the gameplay, alongside satisfying sound effects. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, contributing to the fun and engaging atmosphere of the game.
- “The sound effects are satisfying and the music is simple lute music which is fitting for the scenario and doesn't add tension nor drone on in your ears, which is great because the game is tense enough.”
- “Fun little game with some really nice music!”
- “Gameplay is solid, soundtrack is awesome, and I had a lot of fun even just playing by myself.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is perceived as tedious and simplistic, with many players finding it lacking in depth and variety. The limited number of levels, primarily serving as tutorials, contributes to a sense of repetitiveness and minimal engagement.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
- “Perhaps a fun game for local co-op, but going by the first level, this is tedious, simplistic, and about as bare-bones as you can get for a game.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “This tedious crafting game only has 4 levels which are basically tutorials.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its quirky goblin characters and amusing animations, such as the comical portrayal of characters balancing weapons while performing tasks. Players find the humor to be a standout feature, though some suggest that improving the visuals could enhance the overall comedic effect.
- “Yet another overcooked doppelganger, but with funny goblin people.”
- “It's just funny and weird to see your character raising his hand in the action of carrying something while balancing a sword by the hilt.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report a strong emotional connection to the game, with experiences ranging from overwhelming joy to moments of frustration, such as crashing the game while engaging in enjoyable activities.
- “This game made me cry tears of happiness as I spammed ores that eventually crashed my game!”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report that while controller support is available, it is buggy and requires some functions to be performed using the keyboard, indicating stability issues in this area.
- “The controller support is buggy, and some functions must be performed using the keyboard.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which severely affected my gameplay experience.”