No that's not it.
Dink Smallwood is one of those games where there isn't a lot to talk about.
That's no good either.
Everything that can be said about Dink Smallwood has already been said, and I have nothing to add.
Wow. Am I even trying here?
If sitting through absolutely worthless takes amuses you, then I'm sure you're having a wonderful time right now. Still, I have to be real here; this is just one of those games that you're better off playing than reading about. You can grab the HD port off of GOG for the low price of free. Dink Smallwood isn't complex, complicated, or convoluted. It barely has a learning curve. Granted, you'll want to keep multiple saves going at once, since there's probably one or two ways to make the game unfinishable. That's all you'll have to worry about, really.
If you do decide to give this game a shot, the first feature that you'll notice is the D-Mod support. Since its release in 1998, Dink Smallwood has allowed for players to create their own scenarios and share them online. Indeed, there are nearly three decades worth of D-Mods to choose from. That's a lot of content. In another universe, I would've voraciously downloaded and played them all. Instead, I just settled for the main game. It's a short and kind-of sweet adventure. Dink utilizes weapons, magic, and a bit of problem-solving to complete quests. Standard stuff that's solidly executed.
Seriously, there's not a lot of meat for this reviewer to sink into. The combat is basic yet functional. Adversity comes in a few forms, but its tactics remain the same. They'll chase Dink down or wander around. Exploring the land for stat-boosts is fun, and trees can be burnt down to reveal secret passages. The simplicity of it all never even has time to become bothersome. The HD port goes a step further by offering a fast-forward button, erasing any lingering remnants of tedium.
And that's it! Give Dink Smallwood a look if you're curious. Although, and this is important; there is some content that might be disturbing, including a scene depicting spousal abuse. Some dialogue options can also paint Dink (and the player) in a - let's just say - less than flattering light. Still, I'll hand it to this game. Unlike a number of other video games, there's nothing cool or rewarding about being evil. Dink never benefits from acting like an unrepentant sack of assholes.
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