Blacksmith of the Sand Kingdom 2020

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• SwitchRPGKierra LanierFeb 2021

  As a title that doesn’t quite fall inline with the typical KEMCO release, Blacksmith of the Sand Kingdom is a relatively solid entry into their ever-growing catalog.

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• WayTooManyGamesLeonardo FariaJan 20217.5/10

  I enjoyed Blacksmith of the Sand Kingdom almost as much as I enjoyed Marenian Tavern Story. KEMCO and Rideon’s take on the JRPG-business simulator hybrid is still very fun, just like it was a few years ago.

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• Digitally DownloadedMatt SainsburyJan 20213.5/5 stars

  Blacksmith of the Sand Kingdom isn't going to turn heads or win awards, and it's not quite to the same standard of refinement as Rideon's tactics JRPGs tend to be. With that being said, it offers an enjoyable, pleasant and pleasing way of spending time in-between meatier fare, and the efficient and bubbly approach makes it very easy to pick up and play.

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• Pure NintendoTrevor GouldJan 20214.5/10

  I certainly don't mind a somewhat easy game, but I need a bit of challenge to hold my attention. After several hours, I think I've seen enough of Blacksmith of the Sand Kingdom for the time being. Perhaps it improves, but it should've put its best foot forward much earlier. The battles are so simple that the efforts at depth are lost, making crafting less necessary and rewarding.

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• TheXboxHubPaul RenshawJan 20213/5 stars

  Blacksmith of the Sand Kingdom on Xbox is an interesting take on a KEMCO game. It’s more of a management sim than a straight-up RPG, with you having to balance your jaunts to dungeons against the needs of the town for blacksmithed goods. There is a depth that is quite pleasing, but the whole premise seems to be to grind - while there’s fun to be had, it is very repetitive.

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