SmallWorlds vs Torchlight
SmallWorlds
SmallWorlds is a virtual world browser-based game by New Zealand-based Auckland Outsmart Games, which has been in service since 2008 and has been catering to the virtual world needs of players around the globe with its easy-to-use interface and accessibility. Although similar to other social games such as Second Life and Habbo and simulation games like the Sims, SmallWorlds is still special in its own right because it takes the best of both genres and provides it within your browser.Despite its limitations, SmallWorlds’ friendly approach to gaming and its flexibility in allowing room for multiple play styles allows it to become a game worthy of the attention of all kinds of gamers. Its unique simulation/house-building approach to playing make it truly a more unique experience than other games in its field.
Torchlight
Torchlight is a fun dungeon crawling game that features an epic storyline, thrilling action and a loyal pet companion, which you can customize, to boot! Assemble a team of three heroes and descend into the monsters-filled caverns below the town in search of the valuable and rare ore, Ember, as well as plenty of riches and glory. You can even take a breather in between all the monster slaying to head off to a fishing pool and go fishing. The fishes you get are surprisingly powerful though - they can be fed to your loyal companion and turn it into powerful battle allies rather than just being a pack mule.Like most dungeon crawlers, randomization is key to the gameplay, giving players a fresh new experience everytime they replay the game, but of course, mod support also gives the game an even longer lifespan. To faciliate this replayability, the game even has a retirement system in place which allow you to pass down prized equipment to your new heroes as you "retire" the old one.
Torchlight may not have enjoyed a following that's large as Diablo, but the game has its own group of loyal fans and hardcore players who still play the game. The game itself feels so much more lighthearted than the dark demonic tones of the latter and is perfect for players who enjoy dungeon crawlers but dislike being scared silly by grotesque creatures of hell.