Skip to main content

The Dwarves of Glistenveld

The Dwarves of Glistenveld Game Cover
56%Game Brain Score
atmosphere, replayability
gameplay, music
92% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Platforms

LinuxPCWindows
Buy NowGet on Steam
The Dwarves of Glistenveld Game Cover

About

The Dwarves of Glistenveld is a single player action game. It was developed by Nysko Games Ltd. and was released on October 18, 2019. It received very positive reviews from players.

The Dwarves of Glistenveld is a Colony Strategy game about clans of dwarves trying to live and expand underground. Manage your own clan and help them explore, mine, forage, fight, and build a home in a forgotten underworld! Goblins have invaded the land of Glistenveld and the dwarven city Glistenborg is besieged! Flanked on all sides, the surviving dwarves flee underground. Cut off and divided, t…

Genres & Tags
Play Modes
The Dwarves of Glistenveld screenshot
The Dwarves of Glistenveld screenshot
The Dwarves of Glistenveld screenshot
The Dwarves of Glistenveld screenshot
The Dwarves of Glistenveld screenshot
The Dwarves of Glistenveld screenshot
The Dwarves of Glistenveld screenshot
The Dwarves of Glistenveld screenshot
The Dwarves of Glistenveld screenshot
The Dwarves of Glistenveld screenshot
The Dwarves of Glistenveld screenshot
Skip User Reviews

92%
Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews
atmosphere3 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique blend of RTS, Colony-Sim, RPG, and 4X mechanics, providing a diverse and engaging gameplay experience.
  • The character traits of the dwarves add depth and personality, making players care more about their actions and roles within the colony.
  • The game is enjoyable and has a charming atmosphere, with regular updates that enhance content and quality of life features.
  • The user interface can be clunky and unresponsive, with issues like flickering that may detract from the overall experience.
  • Some gameplay elements, such as the level editor, are currently not functioning properly, indicating a need for further polish and development.
  • There are concerns about the game's pricing model, as players feel that future price increases may not be justified given the current state of the game.
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is streamlined and engaging, allowing players to dive right in without unnecessary complexities like clan building. It effectively combines RPG and 4X mechanics, offering fluid base-building and class-switching systems, while the AI performs commands efficiently, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “Along with the mechanics in this game being nice and fluid, such as the base building part and the class switching system, the AI is pretty on-point; it's not one of those games where the AI struggles with some of the commands that you try to give it, in this game, it just does it immediately!”
    • “The gameplay shifts away from complicated health systems, instead favoring player agency in what can be done with dwarves who don't just develop strange moods and get themselves killed.”
    • “But true to the quality of the blend, there are other very clear pieces of genres sticking out of the stew: RPG mechanics and 4X mechanics.”
    • “It gets you straight to the gameplay; no fussing about with making clans or building storage signs.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is described as unusual and atmospheric, effectively setting the intended tone and enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the balanced background score and the replayability it offers, with hidden musical elements that add depth to the gameplay across its six levels.

    • “There are so many things that you find out during every level, and the background music enhances the experience, making it replayable and enjoyable for so many hours.”
    • “The soundtrack is definitely unusual and really helps set the tone I think they were going for.”
    • “I also found the background music very atmospheric and appropriately balanced.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers highlight the atmosphere of the game as being enhanced by well-balanced background music that effectively contributes to the overall immersive experience.

    • “I found the background music very atmospheric and appropriately balanced.”
    • “The game's environment is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the world.”
    • “The lighting and sound design create a haunting atmosphere that keeps you on edge throughout the game.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players highlight the game's high replayability due to the numerous discoveries and challenges in each level, including achievements and hidden choices that enhance the experience. Despite having only six levels, the variety and depth of content encourage players to return for many hours of enjoyment.

    • “There are so many things you discover during every level. The challenges, such as achievements and schematics you need to find to advance technology, add depth. There are hidden choices throughout your first playthrough, like when you meet Fishbeard's first guard. It's amazing; the game is so replayable and enjoyable for countless hours, even with only six levels at the time of writing this.”
    • “The variety of choices and paths you can take makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting. I love how the game encourages you to explore different strategies and outcomes.”
    • “With multiple endings and diverse character interactions, every run feels unique. I find myself coming back to try different approaches and see what I missed the first time.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is highly praised for its engaging narrative and the inclusion of multiple endings that reflect player choices, adding depth and replayability to the experience.

    • “The storyline is great, and I'm hugely fond of the different endings based on your choices!”
    • “The story is interesting.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the grinding aspect of the game for its strategic depth, as the tech tree enables the construction of various automated systems, such as railway networks and farms, which streamline resource management and enhance gameplay efficiency.

Skip Game Offers

Buy The Dwarves of Glistenveld

Skip Videos

Videos

Skip Games Like The Dwarves of Glistenveld

Games Like The Dwarves of Glistenveld

Aurora Dusk: Steam Age Image
82%381reviews

Aurora Dusk: Steam Age

2019Role Playing
PCWindows
Wildmender Image
86%1.5kreviews

Wildmender

2023Open World Simulation
Xbox Series X|SPCPlaystation 5+4
First Dwarf Image
78%161reviews

First Dwarf

2024Open World Role Playing
Nintendo SwitchXbox Series X|SPC+5
Catizens Image
86%218reviews

Catizens

2024Casual Strategy
PCMac OSWindows
Craft The World Image
82%5.1kreviews

Craft The World

2014Open World Role Playing
PCTabletGog Com+7
More games like The Dwarves of Glistenveld
Skip FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

The Dwarves of Glistenveld is a action game.

The Dwarves of Glistenveld is available on PC, Windows and Linux.

The Dwarves of Glistenveld was released on October 18, 2019.

The Dwarves of Glistenveld was developed by Nysko Games Ltd..

The Dwarves of Glistenveld has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its atmosphere but disliked it for its gameplay.

The Dwarves of Glistenveld is a single player game.

Similar games include Aurora Dusk: Steam Age, Wildmender, First Dwarf, Catizens, Craft The World and others.