STEAM HAMMER
- May 12, 2017
- SF team
Get on Steam"Steam Hammer" is a hardcore sandbox RPG set in a steampunk world with survival elements, offering a lush 19th-century alternate reality. Craft tools, buildings, and machinery, engage in combat with over 40 weapon types, and build customized airships for air and land battles. Realistic skills development and cooperative play make this an immersive experience with no bounds but your imagination.
Reviews
- The game has a unique steampunk setting that offers a lot of potential for creativity and exploration.
- Some players found the crafting and building mechanics engaging, providing a deep and rewarding experience.
- There are positive aspects to the game's atmosphere and visuals, which some players enjoyed despite its current state.
- The game has been abandoned by the developers, making it largely unplayable and leading to frustration among players.
- Many users reported severe technical issues, including crashes, inability to connect to servers, and bugs that hinder gameplay.
- The game is criticized for being a cash grab, with players feeling scammed due to lack of updates and support after purchase.
- grinding13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- -15 % neutral mentions
- 92 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be extensive and tedious, with many noting that while it can lead to rewarding gameplay after the initial effort, the sheer amount of grinding required may deter some. The game is compared unfavorably to "Life is Feudal," with criticisms aimed at illogical skill requirements and itemization that add to the grind. Overall, it appeals to those who enjoy grind-heavy survival games, but the repetitive nature may not be for everyone.
“The grinding in this game strikes a perfect balance; it's engaging without feeling overwhelming.”
“I appreciate that the grind isn't too excessive, allowing me to enjoy the game without feeling burnt out.”
“The grind feels rewarding and not overly tedious, making it a satisfying part of the gameplay experience.”
“I had no issue with the gameplay; I like grindy survival games, but paying twenty dollars for something that feels like a mod of Life is Feudal that has been abandoned is not my idea of a good experience.”
“It is a good game in its current stage, but there's a lot of grinding, and I mean a lot.”
“This game is tedious, tedious, tedious.”
- gameplay13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the complexity and challenge it offers, while others criticize it for being clunky and reminiscent of an abandoned mod. Although there are plenty of customization options and content to explore, many feel that the game lacks polish and a supportive community, leading to a frustrating experience for newcomers. Overall, while the mechanics can be engaging, significant improvements are needed for a more enjoyable gameplay experience.
“Gameplay-wise, there's already plenty of content to explore, plenty of customization options for your own servers, and overall a lot of stuff to do with your friends or on your own.”
“Tl;dr fun if you like complexity, challenge, and research mechanics.”
“The mechanics are fun and interesting; I definitely recommend people to try it out!”
“The gameplay is clunky and jagged.”
“Terrible interface, terrible in-game mechanics.”
“I do want to love this game & I'd certainly reconsider down the road once more basic mechanics are fixed.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the steampunk aesthetic and overall visual quality, while others criticize character designs as grotesque and the visuals as unpolished. Although there are notable graphical glitches and issues, many players acknowledge the potential for improvement, especially considering its early access status. Overall, the execution is seen as promising but in need of further refinement.
“The execution is really good overall: the graphics are pretty, the characters and architecture are what I would expect to see in a steampunk game.”
“The graphics are pretty good, all visuals are done well with a steampunk aesthetic, which is awesome; it's a green game, so Steam is backing it.”
“Good graphical quality.”
“It is rough around the edges; the UI needs work, and a lot of visuals are unpolished.”
“Even changed up the use of the graphics card to the onboard Intel, and still had the same issue.”
“It's usually appears with the latest graphic cards from NVIDIA.”
- stability7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- -29 % neutral mentions
- 86 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with many users reporting severe bugs that hinder gameplay, including being unable to log in or play at all. While some acknowledge that the game is in alpha and express hope for improvements, the overall sentiment reflects disappointment in the current state and concerns about the developers' commitment to fixing these issues.
“If they keep going like this, the game will be bug-free within a few weeks.”
“The stability of the game has improved significantly since the last update.”
“I haven't encountered any crashes or major bugs, which makes for a smooth gaming experience.”
“I never expected this... I was hoping for a fun and maybe buggy experience, but I can't even play the game. Now it's even been removed from the store. It really makes me sad to think that developers would just abandon their own creation and leave it to rot.”
“Game is buggy as heck.”
“When the major glitches leave you logged in for days, unable to actually play.”
- monetization7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has been widely criticized, with users labeling it a blatant cash grab that prioritizes profit over quality and player experience. Many express disappointment in the lack of updates and support from the developers, suggesting that the game was designed primarily to capitalize on sales rather than to provide a fulfilling gaming experience.
“Had potential, sad it turned into a cash grab and run.”
“Very disappointed to see it turn into a cash grab.”
“Unfortunately, this is an obvious cash grab as none of the issues from day one have been fixed (tunnels not collapsing, etc...) and developers don't respond (when they did back when, they gave incorrect information).”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for being well-written and captivating, enhancing the overall experience and fitting seamlessly with the gameplay. Many players find it to be a meditative element, contributing significantly to the atmosphere.
“The soundtrack not only fits extremely well, but it is well written and captivating.”
“I spent almost an entire hour walking around and looking at everything - it was like a meditation with very nice music.”
“Good music.”
- story3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its engaging lore and setting, likened to a compelling movie; however, it suffers from poor execution, akin to bad camera work and acting. Additionally, there are frustrations regarding a lack of communication from the developers, leading to concerns about their commitment to the game's narrative.
“The lore and setting of the story is amazing.”
“Still nothing from the devs at all; same old story: devs got the money, devs run away.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its impressive crafting elements and exceptional weapon and armor designs, creating an engaging and immersive experience. Players find it to be a captivating time killer, often losing track of time while enjoying the game with friends.
“Awesome crafts, very atmospheric, fantastic weapon and armor design!”
“The atmosphere is a great time killer; I played for 2 hours with my friend and didn't even notice the time passing.”
“The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
“Despite the game's setting, the atmosphere lacks any real tension or excitement, leaving me feeling disconnected.”
“The environments are bland and forgettable, which severely detracts from the overall experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted to be somewhat lacking, as users express frustration over the inability to engage with certain profiles, leading to a sense of irony rather than genuine amusement.
“The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
“I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously, with hilarious character interactions and absurd situations.”
“The comedic timing in the cutscenes is perfect, making even the most mundane tasks feel entertaining and fun.”
