Players Like...

❤ Crafting and Resource Management

Players greatly appreciate the improvements to the crafting and inventory systems. You can now pull craftable items directly from your various storage chests, eliminating the tedious inventory juggling that plagued the previous game. The introduction of automated storage also allows you to easily consolidate and manage your resources.

❤ Commissions and Progression

The primary way to earn money and advance the story is by completing commissions - side quests from the townspeople that require specific crafted items. These commissions provide a steady flow of objectives and a sense of progression, as you unlock new machines, resources, and story content by fulfilling them. Reviewers highlight how the commission system is a significant improvement, providing more engaging and meaningful tasks rather than repetitive fetch quests.

❤ Exploration and Dungeons

While resource gathering and crafting are the core activities, the game also encourages exploration of the surrounding desert landscape. You can venture into ancient ruins and dungeons to uncover valuable resources, relics, and story content. The dungeon design is praised as a major upgrade, with more varied layouts and a sense of discovery. Navigating these procedurally-generated ruins, using your combat skills and tools to overcome obstacles, is an enjoyable challenge.

❤ Combat and Progression

Combat, while not the primary focus, plays a larger role compared to the previous game. You can equip a variety of melee and ranged weapons to defend yourself against the desert's hostile creatures. Though relatively simple, the combat system allows for some strategic depth, with mechanics like guard breaking and weapon upgrades. Leveling up and enhancing your combat abilities feels meaningful, especially when tackling more difficult encounters in the later stages.

❤ Relationships and Town Life

Alongside the crafting and exploration, the game offers a robust social system. You can interact with the diverse cast of NPCs, forming relationships, completing personal quests, and even pursuing romantic interests. The depth and personality of these characters is widely praised by reviewers. The ability to participate in various town events and activities, such as festivals and minigames, further strengthens the sense of community and immersion.