Goblin Gearshop

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Goblin Gearshop is a single player and multiplayer casual simulation game. It was developed by Minus2 and was released on January 17, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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!

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Audience ScoreBased on 140 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Fun cooperative game that is enjoyable to play with family and friends.
Unique gameplay with creative puzzles that combine strategy and physics.
Free to play, making it accessible for everyone to try.

Game is quite short with limited levels and replay value.
Controls can be clunky and frustrating, impacting the overall experience.
Lacks online multiplayer options, limiting play to local co-op only.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
33%
17%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the crafting mechanics and cooperative elements, while others find it too simplistic or marred by poor mechanics. Many appreciate the fun and challenging aspects, particularly as the game progresses, but some feel it lacks the depth and polish expected from top-tier titles. Overall, while the gameplay can be engaging and addictive, it may not satisfy everyone looking for a more complex experience.
- “My girlfriend and I enjoyed the gameplay loop of crafting weapons together and performing the minigames to refine materials. We both found the tasks we preferred doing and stuck to perfecting them.”
- “The gameplay is simple yet fun. It looks easier in the first levels, but as the game progresses, the tasks get trickier. The concept is original and creative, plus you learn every step involved in making weapons. The graphics are simple yet beautiful, and the music is nice as well.”
- “Gameplay is solid, the soundtrack is awesome, and I had a lot of fun even just playing by myself.”
- “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
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
27%
20%
The graphics in the game are generally described as simple and cartoonish, with some reviewers finding them passable but lacking in quality and inspiration. While a few appreciate the whimsical and clean visuals that fit the game's theme, many feel that the graphics do not elevate the overall experience, often noting that they are too simplistic and could benefit from improvement. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the visuals are functional, they fall short of impressing players.
- “The gameplay is simple yet fun; I loved the graphics, simple yet beautiful and nice to the eye.”
- “The visuals and gameplay are very good!”
- “Graphics are simple and whimsical, but fit the theme of the game and work well.”
- “The graphics in this game are passable, but could be better.”
- “Simple textures, low quality, almost mobile-esque cartoony graphics... it's not inspiring anyone.”
- “The graphics are simple, audio is nothing special and single player is pretty boring.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
56%
33%
The game's story is minimal and lacks significant development, leaving players wishing for more depth and continuity. Many users express disappointment over the brevity and simplicity of the narrative, indicating that it feels underdeveloped.
- “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%
12%
The music in the game is consistently praised for being pleasant, fitting, and chill, enhancing the overall experience without overwhelming the player. The soundtrack features simple lute melodies that complement the game's tense atmosphere while maintaining a lighthearted vibe, making it enjoyable for both solo and co-op play. Overall, the audio, including sound effects, is described as satisfying and contributes positively to the game's charm.
- “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.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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33%
While the game is considered somewhat short, players find it still offers a degree of replayability, encouraging them to revisit it.
- “The game may be a little short, but it definitely has some replay value.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, making it highly replayable.”
- “With multiple endings and choices, I find myself coming back for more every time.”
- “A little short but still has some replay value.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is perceived as tedious and simplistic, with 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.
- “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.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 quite buggy, and some functions still require the keyboard.”
- “I frequently experience crashes that disrupt my gameplay, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “The game often freezes during critical moments, which is incredibly frustrating.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by its quirky goblin characters and amusing animations, such as the comical portrayal of characters balancing swords while performing tasks. While the gameplay may feel familiar, the humorous elements add a unique charm that enhances the overall experience.
- “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
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Players report a strong emotional connection to the game, with experiences ranging from joy to overwhelming happiness, as evidenced by moments that elicited tears of joy, even leading to technical issues like game crashes.
- “This game made me cry tears of happiness as I spammed ores that eventually crashed my game!”