Pitchforks and Daggers

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Pitchforks and Daggers is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Idan Sheinkman and was released on November 19, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

How far will you go to keep your crown?Pitchforks and Daggers is a branching court politics drama where every choice matters. As King Henry of Elander, you must navigate treacherous lords, scheming family members, and angry peasants- all while trying to secure your kingdom’s future. A tightly woven, highly replayable narrative where each playthrough reveals different paths and endings. Every…

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Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

story6 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features impactful choices that significantly affect the story and outcomes, providing a strong sense of replayability.
It has a well-written narrative with engaging characters and a captivating atmosphere, reminiscent of political intrigue found in series like Game of Thrones.
Players appreciate the immersive experience and the ability to explore different story branches, making each playthrough feel unique.

The game is relatively short, with playthroughs averaging around 30-45 minutes, which some players feel limits character development and emotional connection.
The requirement to walk through the castle and engage in lengthy dialogues before making decisions can disrupt the pacing and user experience.
Many players noted that the dialogue can feel forced or unnatural, detracting from the overall immersion and emotional weight of the story.

story
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Pitchforks and Daggers" is praised for its engaging and immersive narrative, featuring political tension and meaningful player choices that significantly impact the gameplay. While some players wish for a longer experience, the well-written characters and branching storylines provide replayability and depth, allowing for different outcomes in subsequent playthroughs. Overall, the game is recognized for its strong storytelling and attention to detail, making it a standout indie title.
- “Pitchforks and Daggers is a story-driven indie game that stands out for its political tension, branching narrative, and meaningful player choices.”
- “Pitchforks and Daggers is a great example of what good writing and branching storylines can bring you; there are moments where the game, in its own way, will shine a light on the choices you've made and make you wonder if that was even the right choice, but in most cases, there are no right choices.”
- “The story as a whole was well written, and many of the choices you have to make have real impact on the rest of your playthrough.”
- “A single-run playthrough took me about 2 hours, and after finishing the game you are presented with a 'load game' option that allows you to jump back into major events in the story and choose a different path, which adds playtime and gives more life to the story.”
- “I played twice and had a completely different story.”
replayability
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The game offers significant replayability through various decision branches, but this is somewhat hindered by the lengthy dialogue and backtracking required for each choice. While players can explore different paths in multiple playthroughs, the overall short length of the game (approximately 45 minutes) may limit its long-term appeal unless future expansions are introduced.
- “It's a short game, but there are many different branches you can take during a new or save state playthrough, giving it replay value.”
- “The game has a lot of replayability, but at a cost - when given a decision regarding something, you have to go talk to your advisors at the other end of the castle, go through the entire dialogue, then come back and make your decision.”
- “I was on the fence about this review, but unless they someday expand on it and add much more to the length of the game, then replay value (which I have not experienced, except when I died) isn't enough to really suggest this game.”
- “A full playthrough was about 45 minutes, though it looks like you can make fatal choices along the way, which is a bit short, but replayability seems to be the focal point.”
- “The game has a lot of replayability, but at a cost - when given a decision, you have to go talk to your advisors at the other end of the castle, go through the entire dialogue, then come back and make your decision.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers consistently highlight the game's atmosphere as exceptional, noting it creates an immersive and engaging experience for players.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
- “The ambient sounds and visuals create a captivating atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players feel that the mechanic of walking through the castle is unnecessary, suggesting it detracts from the overall gameplay experience.
- “I feel like walking through the castle did not need to be a mechanic though.”
- “I feel like walking through the castle did not need to be a mechanic, though.”
music
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The music in the game is highly praised, with users expressing strong enthusiasm for its quality and impact.
- “Great music!”