Smalland: Survive the Wilds

by Merge Games, Maximum Entertainment

The Developer Says...

Experience a big adventure on a tiny scale! Enjoy multiplayer survival in a vast, hazardous world. Preparation is key when you're this small & at the bottom of the food chain. Craft weapons & armour, tame & ride creatures, build encampments & explore a strange new land.

Players Like...

❤ Exploration and Immersion

Players can traverse lake-sized puddles, scale skyscraper-tall trees, and navigate cavernous cracks in the environment, providing a fresh perspective on the familiar surroundings. One reviewer comments that the "vibrant, miniature world comes alive in a way that makes the small, ordinary things of the real world seem almost surreal by comparison." Dynamic seasons and weather systems further contribute to the game's sense of realism and immersion.

❤ Survival and Crafting

To overcome the challenges posed by the hazardous wilderness, players must gather resources, craft weapons, armor, and tools, and tame creatures. Reviewers highlight the solid survival mechanics, with one noting that "preparation is key when you're this small & at the bottom of the food chain." The crafting system allows for a high degree of customization, enabling players to mix and match different armor sets to personalize their appearance and abilities.

❤ Taming and Mounts

Players can tame and ride a variety of creatures, including grasshoppers, damselflies, and spiders. Reviewers express delight at having a "pet grasshopper" and praise the ability to leap great distances and zip around the world on the backs of these mounts, which adds a new level of freedom and mobility to the gameplay.

❤ Multiplayer and Cooperative Play

The game supports up to 10 players in multiplayer, allowing friends to explore, fight, build, and survive the wilds together. Reviewers who have played the game co-operatively report having a great time, with one stating that "we are both having so much fun with it." The ability to work together to overcome challenges and build shared encampments is a significant draw for many players.

❤ Challenges and Progression

While the gameplay is generally praised, some reviewers have noted areas that could use improvement. The early game can be particularly challenging, with players struggling to survive against the numerous hostile creatures. The progression system, particularly in terms of resource gathering and leveling up, has also been mentioned as feeling somewhat grindy or tedious at times. However, many reviewers still find the overall experience engaging and enjoyable, especially when playing with others.

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