Smithy

About

Smithy is a single player action game. It was developed by Tristan Hartz and was released on June 3, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Smithy 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.

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Single-Player

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70%

Audience ScoreBased on 74 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

music4 negative mentions

Randomly generated levels provide a unique experience each playthrough.
Diverse weapon and upgrade system adds strategy and enjoyment.
Smooth gameplay and engaging combat mechanics enhance the overall experience.

Gameplay becomes repetitive quickly, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.
Limited variety in weapons and enemies makes the game feel uninspired.
Technical issues, such as bugs and lack of settings, detract from the overall enjoyment.

music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
37%
50%
The music in the game has received largely negative feedback, with players describing it as annoying, pitchy, and quickly becoming repetitive. Additionally, technical issues such as the music stopping if the game is paused for too long further detract from the experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant drawback.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The music is annoying, too pitchy.”
- “It's got a garbage soundtrack that gets annoying after the first minute.”
- “Music stops playing for the rest of the level if you pause too long.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising the design while others criticize the controls and overall experience as bland and repetitive. Users have noted that the art and enemy variety contribute to a lackluster gameplay experience.
- “The gameplay and the design are actually good.”
- “The controls are terrible, and the gameplay is equally bad. Don't waste your time on this trash.”
- “The art is bland, the gameplay is bland, and the enemies are repetitive.”
- “The controls are terrible, and the gameplay is equally bad. Don't waste your time on this trash.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs and glitches that cause the screen to duplicate and overlap, detracting from the overall experience. Players have noted that these technical problems hinder gameplay and diminish enjoyment.
- “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.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are praised for their great art style and smooth pixel graphics, contributing to an overall visually appealing experience.
- “Great art style and smooth.”
- “Pixel graphics are reasonably good.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
50%
The story conveys a powerful moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that giving up can prevent personal growth. However, many 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.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews consistently highlight that the grinding aspect of the game is well-suited for farming, suggesting that players will find it beneficial for resource gathering and progression.
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game's humor to be particularly effective for short breaks, providing a lighthearted and entertaining experience.
- “This game is very funny for short breaks.”