Toymaker
- March 24, 2017
- Red Skald
Get on SteamToymaker is a roleplaying game that takes place in a dark, snow-filled world, where life is harsh and the people living there have become hard and cold. In this land, the darkness has eyes, the winter wind whispers with a piercing voice and the frost hungers for warm flesh.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a passionate cast of characters and a well-crafted story that leaves a lasting impression.
- It has a unique and dark tone, with player choices that contribute to multiple endings, enhancing replayability.
- The developer's dedication is evident, with beautiful graphics and a calming soundtrack that enrich the overall experience.
- The game has rough edges, including basic artwork and music, as well as some typos that detract from the experience.
- There are issues with gameplay mechanics, such as the lack of sound control and autosave features.
- The pacing can be slow at times, and some elements could have been fleshed out more for a better overall experience.
- music5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as basic yet calming, with some reviewers noting its resemblance to the "Lavender Town" theme from Pokémon. While the overall quality of the music is considered okay, it contributes to the game's dark tone and atmosphere, enhancing the player's experience despite the game's rough edges.
“The soundtrack is also very calming and quiet; I like that about it too.”
“- the music / ambience”
“The soundtrack is like a never-ending loop of 'Lavender Town' from Pokémon R/G/B.”
“Very, very rough around basically all the edges, with enemy designs that are either hit or misses, ok music and ok sprite work and graphics.”
“A strange little game, very dark in tone, with player choices that never feel like they are morally correct, the artwork and music are fairly basic.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the beautiful artwork and well-designed characters, while others find the visuals basic and inconsistent. Overall, the game's dark tone and emotional storytelling are highlighted, but the graphical execution is described as rough around the edges.
“The graphics are all well done and very beautiful, the characters are really well written, and the story is original and touching; I was brought to tears twice, no lie!”
“Just starting out and I like the artwork a lot.”
“Very, very rough around basically all the edges, with enemy designs that are either hit or miss, okay music, and okay sprite work and graphics.”
“The artwork and music are fairly basic, and there are some typos; it's still an experience worth having.”
- story3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its originality and emotional depth, with well-written characters that resonate with players, often evoking strong feelings. Players appreciate the engaging narrative that allows them to feel a sense of contribution to the outcome of the game.
“The graphics are all well done and very beautiful, the characters are really well written, and the story is original and touching. I was brought to tears twice, no lie!”
“Right now I'm hunting down Coldbrand in the mushroom forest, which is leading me through a pretty enjoyable story.”
“The story makes you feel like you contribute to the outcome.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is shallow, leaving me feeling disconnected from their journeys.”
“The plot twists are predictable, and the overall narrative fails to deliver any real surprises.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features stunning graphics and well-written characters, contributing to an original and emotionally impactful story that resonated deeply with players, evoking strong feelings and even tears.
“The graphics are all well done and very beautiful, the characters are really well written, and the story is original and touching. I was brought to tears twice, no lie!”
“The emotional depth of the characters truly resonated with me, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”
“I found myself deeply connected to the story; it evoked a range of emotions that I didn't expect from a game.”
