Silk

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Silk is a single player open world role playing game with a historical theme. It was developed by Huey Games and was released on October 11, 2019. It received very positive reviews from players.

Enter the biggest handcrafted open-world of all time as you explore three million square miles of uncharted terrain from Roman Damascus to Three Kingdoms China in an exploration RPG that transports you onto the Ancient Silk Road of 200AD as an intrepid traveller or a ruthless conqueror

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Single-Player

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game offers a massive open world to explore, providing a rich historical experience along the Silk Road with engaging gameplay mechanics.
The advisor system adds depth to the gameplay, allowing for strategic decision-making and enhancing the overall experience.
The historical commentary and immersive journey create a unique atmosphere, making players feel the scale and challenges of ancient Silk Road trading.

The game lacks background music and ambient sounds, which can make the experience feel quiet and somewhat empty.
There are limited save files and customization options, which may frustrate players looking for more flexibility.
Some gameplay mechanics, particularly the military aspect, feel underdeveloped and could benefit from further refinement.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and a trial-and-error approach, allowing players to navigate a large grid-based map while managing resources and trading. While the mechanics are easy to learn, the experience can become repetitive, with limited challenges and customization options. Overall, it offers a nostalgic 80s RPG feel, appealing to those who appreciate straightforward gameplay without heavy tutorials.
- “The gameplay is pretty simple; once you 'get' what is going on - go from here to there, trade when the trading is good, and make sure your caravan is supplied for the journey.”
- “I hadn't realized how much I had come to expect games to be heavy-handed on tutorials and explanations, and it was actually really refreshing to have to figure gameplay out for myself with trial and error.”
- “The graphic style (which I've seen elsewhere described as 'simple, but not low-effort') and the 'figure it out!' ethos of the gameplay have made me really interested in this 80s style of RPG, which it was specifically designed to emulate.”
- “Very simplistic buy high, sell low gameplay loop; storms become the only challenge of note just a few game days into the game, and all 'council' positions are covered near instantly with literally no reason to omit any of them.”
- “A poor gameplay experience (directional, space, enter, and escape are all you'll need), but an interesting subject, a big management aspect, and a nice travel/exploration thrill.”
- “The base gameplay involves navigating your way through an extremely large grid-based map.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with players noting the high quality of the title music and sound effects, but expressing disappointment over the lack of background or atmospheric music during gameplay. While some appreciate the quietness for personal music preferences, many feel that the absence of ambient music detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game could benefit from more diverse musical elements to enhance immersion.
- “Excellent game! It is a pity that there are not many sounds and music; but for fans of this type of game, it's great—there is a challenge but also fun! :D”
- “There is no background or ambient music, so it is pretty quiet.”
- “It's a pity that there are not many sounds and music; there is a challenge but also fun.”
- “There are sound effects for events, the previously mentioned voice clips for settlements, and there is title music for the main menu.”
- “There is no background/ambient music, so it is pretty quiet.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are described as simple yet effective, successfully emulating the 80s RPG style reminiscent of classic titles like "Lords of Midnight." Players appreciate the charming aesthetic, noting that the visuals enhance the gameplay experience without appearing low-effort, and recent updates have made the world feel more vibrant and alive. Overall, the graphics align well with the game's budget and design ethos.
- “What a great game, with the graphical style of the old Lords of Midnight games.”
- “As for the graphics, what you see in the screenshots and trailers is what you get.”
- “While the audio and graphics are simple, they are very effective for the game's budget and are not low effort.”
- “The graphic style (which I've seen elsewhere described as 'simple, but not low-effort') and the 'figure it out!' ethos of the gameplay have made me really interested in this 80s style of RPG, which it was specifically designed to emulate.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is generally well-crafted, though some users feel that the addition of atmospheric music could enhance the experience further.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “The haunting sound design and visuals create a captivating ambiance that keeps you on edge.”
- “Every location feels alive, with a rich atmosphere that enhances the storytelling.”
- “Very well made, though some atmospheric music would be nice.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that grinding involves strategic trading decisions influenced by advisors, who recommend favorable trades based on the game's economic dynamics, such as trading silk to the Romans rather than goats to a goat farming town.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is highly praised, with users noting that performance is exceptionally smooth.
- “The performance is silky smooth.”