Gold Hunter

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Gold Hunter is a single player and multiplayer simulation game. It was developed by eXtreme Studios and was released on May 13, 2022. It received neutral reviews from players.

Have you always dreamed of going on a gold hunt yourself? And to bring the valuable metal to light with small or large equipment and hard work? Then you now have the chance to show what you're made of and experience the different ways of finding and digging for gold with Gold Hunter. However, all beginnings are difficult. You start your adventure with some money and a metal detector. And when you…

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Audience ScoreBased on 144 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

stability22 negative mentions

The game has a great concept of gold mining and building up a claim, which many players find appealing.
Some players have reported enjoying the game despite its bugs, indicating potential for future improvements.
The developers are active in the community and provide regular updates, which gives hope for the game's future.

The game is riddled with bugs and glitches, making it nearly unplayable, especially in multiplayer mode.
There is a lack of guidance and tutorials, leaving players confused about how to start and progress in the game.
Many players feel the game was released too early and is not worth the current price due to its unfinished state.

stability
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous players reporting pervasive bugs and glitches that significantly hinder gameplay, particularly in multiplayer modes. Many users feel that the game should not have been released in its current state, citing issues such as equipment malfunctions, character movement problems, and a clunky interface. While some express hope for future updates and improvements, the consensus is that the game is currently too unstable for a satisfactory experience.
- “I had high hopes for this... multiplayer glitches are so bad it is unplayable; I get stuck only being able to walk backwards.”
- “Shouldn't even have been released as early access yet... extremely buggy.”
- “If you buy this game, you will want your money back; it is so buggy that if you're lucky, you can do something on it.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players praising the spectacular visuals and attention to detail, while others find them merely adequate for the game's size. Many appreciate the clean and immersive outdoor environments, though some users express frustration with technical issues that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are generally well-received, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “Amazing game and keeps improving; I can even watch the dev team making improvements on stream. It's a gold mining game with new graphics that are very clean, and I love the fact that you do everything from digging to smelting your own gold bars to sell.”
- “Visuals are spectacular; even the smallest details that are usually overlooked in games are present and crisp. The audio is nice, water sounds like water, and birds sound like birds.”
- “The graphics are beautiful; the outdoors and lighting are wonderful.”
- “Graphics are okay so far and can keep up with some smaller games, but the game size of 8GB is just too much for such a bug-ridden experience.”
- “The graphics are underwhelming and do not meet the expectations set by other games in the genre.”
- “While the gameplay has potential, the graphics feel outdated and lack the polish needed to fully immerse players.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as relaxing once players grasp the mechanics, though some users express a desire for a more comprehensive tutorial to ease the learning curve. While there is excitement for future updates and improvements, concerns about the current gameplay loop and performance issues have led to mixed feelings about returning to the game.
- “Nice relaxing game once you get the hang of the mechanics.”
- “I don't have time to go through all the mechanics and figure out the game, so I can't wait for a starter tutorial, but I'm excited for its growth.”
- “I only have a shovel... until the gameplay loop is complete, I won't be back, unfortunately.”
- “I have watched your daily streams on Twitch, I played on the UE4 version (had nearly a complete gameplay loop), but it ran poorly, so I eagerly awaited the release (promised excavators, but hey, we have semis, campers, and side by sides).”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers suggest that the game would benefit from a structured quest system or a basic storyline to provide players with a clear objective. Additionally, there are concerns about the hunger and thirst mechanics, which may need reevaluation unless they are integral to a larger survival theme.
- “The game lacks a compelling quest system or basic story that gives players a clear end goal, making it feel aimless.”
- “Without a structured narrative or objectives, players are left wandering without purpose, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The absence of a meaningful story or quest system makes the gameplay feel monotonous and unengaging.”
humor
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Users express frustration with the developers' approach to pricing, suggesting that the humor in the situation is overshadowed by feelings of being misled as early access supporters. The humor intended by the developers is perceived as unfunny due to the perceived lack of quality in the product and subsequent price drops.