Get on SteamSmithy is a game about an underground rodent weaponsmith who blasts through procedurally generated caverns using unique weapons. Players will face new enemies, discover hidden treasures for upgrades, and destroy everything in their path. Customizable controls and resolution are available at launch.
Reviews
- Randomly generated levels provide a unique experience with each playthrough.
- Diverse weapon and upgrade systems enhance strategy and enjoyment.
- The art style is simple yet detailed, creating an immersive atmosphere.
- Gameplay can become repetitive and lacks variety over time.
- Visual bugs and lack of in-game options hinder the overall experience.
- Limited weapon variety and lack of meaningful upgrades make the game feel uninspired.
- music4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received largely negative feedback, with users finding it annoying and pitchy, leading to frustration after a short period. Additionally, there are issues with the music stopping entirely if the game is paused for too long, further detracting from the overall experience.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“The music is annoying and too pitchy.”
“It's got a garbage soundtrack that gets annoying after the first minute.”
“The music stops playing for the rest of the level if you pause too long.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its design and overall quality, while others criticize the controls, repetitiveness of enemies, and lack of engaging elements, leading to a perception of blandness.
“The gameplay and the design are actually good.”
“The controls are terrible; the gameplay is just as bad. Don't waste your time on this trash.”
“The art is bland, the gameplay is bland, and the enemies are repetitive.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs and graphical glitches, such as screen duplication and overlapping visuals, which detract from the overall experience.
“The entire screen is duplicated on either side and glitches with overlaps in the center.”
“A buggy, Nuclear Throne-inspired top-down shooter that lacks entertaining variety.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their great art style and smooth pixel visuals, contributing to an overall positive aesthetic experience.
“The art style is fantastic and the visuals are incredibly smooth.”
“The pixel graphics are impressively well done.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story conveys a powerful moral about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing the importance of perseverance. However, some users feel that the narrative lacks depth and a clear sense of progression, detracting from the overall experience.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“Lacks story, lacks sense of progression.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally view grinding positively, particularly for game farming, as it allows for resource accumulation and character progression. This aspect is often seen as a rewarding experience that enhances gameplay.
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game's humor to be enjoyable and well-suited for short breaks, providing lighthearted entertainment that enhances the overall experience.
“This game is very funny for short breaks.”
