Trash Goblin

89%
Game Brain Score Based on 572 reviews
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  • story
  • graphics
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In "Trash Goblin," become a shopkeeper who uncovers and cleans trinkets for sale, meeting eccentric customers and upcycling items into new forms. Discover peculiar trinkets by chipping away at dirt, restore them to glory, and customize your shop with upgrades and tools. Sell to a parade of colorful customers, each with their own stories and requests.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

89%
Audience ScoreBased on 572 reviews
gameplay55 positive mentions
stability26 negative mentions
  • The game offers a relaxing and addictive gameplay loop, allowing players to uncover, clean, and upcycle trinkets at their own pace.
  • The art style and character designs are charming, contributing to a cozy atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
  • The developers are responsive to player feedback and consistently release updates, showing a commitment to improving the game.
  • The gameplay can become repetitive after a few hours, with limited content and a lack of meaningful progression or objectives.
  • Some mechanics, such as the cleaning and chiseling processes, can feel tedious and may lead to frustration due to their simplicity.
  • There are bugs and glitches present, particularly with item interactions and inventory management, which can disrupt the flow of the game.
  • gameplay142 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a simple and relaxing loop centered around cleaning, chiseling, and upcycling trinkets, which many players find satisfying and enjoyable for short sessions. However, the experience can become repetitive and lacks depth, with limited upgrades and content currently available, leading to a sense of staleness after a few hours. While the game shows potential with its cozy atmosphere and engaging mechanics, players are advised to wait for further updates to enhance gameplay variety and depth.

    • “Pretty cool game, the gameplay loop is chill. I assume there will be more mini-games and such added to the game as it goes on, but right now there's a solid 2-3 hours of just enjoyment.”
    • “The gameplay loop is simple and relaxing, making it a nice little time waster with a unique cast of NPCs and interesting mechanics around the scrap items you can upcycle.”
    • “With its charming simplicity and relaxing gameplay, it’s a fantastic choice for anyone looking to unwind after a long day.”
    • “There isn't enough content in the game yet to warrant purchasing it, as the gameplay loop ends around day 30, there are no upgrades available for your most important tools and any storylines from customers are completed after around day 20.”
    • “The gameplay loop gets stale after about 1 hour.”
    • “No gameplay loop to be found, just pointless busywork with arbitrary time slots, no fail-states, no challenge, no progression, no decisions.”
  • story61 mentions

    The game's story is perceived as lacking depth and progression, with many players expressing a desire for more character interactions and overarching plotlines. While the initial characters and their requests are enjoyable, they quickly become repetitive, and the narrative feels incomplete after a few hours of gameplay. Overall, players are hopeful for future updates that will enhance the storyline and provide more engaging content.

    • “The story characters are fun, and the trinkets you can create are absolutely wild!”
    • “I'm excited to see where they go with the story and what they will add in the future.”
    • “Definitely has good bones but would benefit from additional mechanics and more storyline/plot.”
    • “Overarching plot arcs aren't really there.”
    • “There isn't enough content in the game yet to warrant purchasing it, as the gameplay loop ends around day 30, there are no upgrades available for your most important tools and any storylines from customers are completed after around day 20.”
    • “There really is no greater story, or goals, or really any point to this game other than to forever clean and sell things for money you don't need.”
  • graphics54 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their adorable, hand-drawn art style and charming character designs, creating a cozy and immersive atmosphere. Players appreciate the relaxing visuals and smooth performance, although some have noted unexpected GPU usage. Overall, the aesthetic is considered a major selling point, enhancing the game's appeal as a fun and casual experience.

    • “The graphics are adorable and the different aspects of the game are well thought out and nicely integrated.”
    • “The graphics are amazing, everything flows smoothly, and I think I encountered 2 bugs at most.”
    • “All the artwork and models have a hand-drawn, cartoony feel to them, and of course there's a cast of loveable and quirky characters you'll get to know in the course of your trinket-selling.”
    • “However, it's maxing out my GPU for some reason, which I can't understand as it shouldn't be a graphic-intensive game.”
    • “Need to be able to adjust graphics, not just window size.”
    • “Beyond the lack of ability to change anything about the game loop or the shop, save for its aesthetics, Trash Goblin has no plot or progression.”
  • stability26 mentions

    Overall, the game's stability is generally acceptable, with players reporting only minor glitches and bugs that have been addressed through early hot fixes. While some users experienced specific issues, such as problems with item placement and scripting glitches, there are no major game-breaking bugs reported. The game is still in early access, and players appreciate the developers' ongoing efforts to improve stability and quality of life.

    • “This is a really cool, fun little game but there are some really bad glitches, one of which caused an item to fully glitch out and break the game.”
    • “I have run into a few scripting glitches with customers and lost some trinkets to the void.”
    • “I thought I could negotiate prices with the customers but no, you cannot; the options are buggy and won't be saved after you have changed things.”
  • humor16 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying the hilarious interactions with NPCs and the quirky character designs. Many find the writing and comedic elements, including amusing bugs and character quirks, to be a highlight, contributing to a lighthearted and enjoyable experience. Overall, the game's charming art style and funny premise enhance its appeal, making it a worthwhile investment for players seeking a fun and humorous adventure.

    • “The writing is hilarious at times, I love the art style, and the sound work is really pleasing. Best of all, I can live my best goblin life!”
    • “I enjoyed getting to know the customers and their quirks; the bedpan guy was funny!”
    • “The characters are cute, the art style is gorgeous, and the humor had me chuckling.”
  • music14 mentions

    The music in the game is described as gentle and soothing, making it an enjoyable backdrop for relaxing gameplay and activities like cleaning and tinkering. However, some users noted issues with sound settings, specifically that the music volume in the game was lower than in the menu, requiring adjustments for optimal listening. Overall, the music enhances the chill atmosphere of the game, allowing players to unwind without pressure.

    • “I love just listening to music and cleaning all of my treasures!”
    • “I've spent a couple of hours just zoning out and listening to music while I tinker with little tchotchkes.”
    • “Also, changing master volume up doesn't change menu music (I wasn't earblasted, so thanks on that).”
    • “The music is gentle and the sound effects are cute.”
    • “4 music and se”
  • atmosphere12 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its cozy and soothing qualities, making it easy for players to become absorbed for hours. While the aesthetic and mechanics contribute to a relaxing experience, some reviewers note that a lack of progression and clear objectives may lead to player disengagement over time. Overall, the potential for growth in the game's atmosphere is recognized, with a desire for more engaging mechanics to enhance the experience.

    • “I played for 5 hours and didn't even notice time had passed because I was too absorbed in the cozy atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere is cozy, the jobs fun and zen in a mindful way.”
    • “The game doesn't need to be challenging; I understand it's meant to be a chill, cozy atmosphere kind of game, but these games still need a destination; otherwise, players will just stop pretty quickly.”
    • “I like the idea of what the game could become - while still keeping the calm and cozy atmosphere.”
    • “The game’s cute aesthetic, paired with its soothing mechanics, creates a cozy atmosphere that makes it hard to put down.”
  • grinding10 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game is described as tedious and monotonous, with players feeling that the lack of customer engagement makes the experience feel wasted and repetitive. While it offers a cozy gaming atmosphere, many find the grind for resources and money to be dull and frustrating, leading to a quick sense of boredom. Overall, it may appeal to those seeking a chill experience, but the grind can detract from the enjoyment.

    • “Not always having customers makes time feel a bit wasted, pulling random crap that they don't want, making the day cycle even more tedious.”
    • “The most tragic element of Trash Goblin, though, is that it didn’t have to be this tedious and dull.”
    • “Instead, it is a tedious, monotonous experience, riddled with bugs, and failing to answer the question of why I should press on through any of them.”
  • character development6 mentions

    Character development in the game is highlighted by its charming and cute character designs, which contribute to a warm aesthetic. Players appreciate the customization options that enhance the overall experience, making the characters feel more engaging and enjoyable.

    • “Love the art, character design, and customization elements!”
    • “The mechanics are fun, and the character designs of the customers are very cute.”
    • “The aesthetic warms the soul; cute character design.”
  • emotional4 mentions

    Players find the game to be a heartwarming and peaceful experience, highlighting its addictive nature and the emotional connection fostered through characters that remember the player. The overall sentiment is one of affection and enjoyment, emphasizing the game's wholesome qualities.

    • “Totally wholesome and peaceful, and weirdly addictive.”
    • “Cute, wholesome game! I love how the characters remember you.”
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Play time

5hMedian play time
4hAverage play time
3-6hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 5 analyzed playthroughs

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