Blacksmith Master v0.8.255 build 24700482

Blacksmith Master is part of the Steam Summer Sale and is 35% off! Check it out and the other games in the Hooded Horse Summer Sale. Below is a roundup of the latest development news, including smarter storage, faster smelting, and early work on siege engines and coin minting. You can join us on Reddit and Discord to discuss it.
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Update #6 + Roadmap Progress – Smelters, Storage, and Siege Engines
Update #6 is focused on easing mid-game pressure and tightening control over assistants and resources, while the broader roadmap focuses on siege engines, coin minting, and deeper workshop management.
Storage, Smelting, and Smarter Assistants
New smelters now produce 2 or 3 ingots at a time, unlocked via Mastery
Resource replenishment has been unified for wood, ore, and ingots
Ingot storage can be set as a source or destination to control flow
Additional toggles limit where blacksmiths and smelters take ore from, solving layout issues
Mining and Mastery Changes
Miners can now carry 2 ores at a time after unlocking a new upgrade
Two new rows added to the Mastery tree ahead of a complete rework
Ongoing performance improvements and bug fixes for assistants, UI, and elite traits
Event: Blacksmith MasterTue Jun 24, 2025
Update #06 - Smarter Storage, Faster Smelting, Stronger Miners
Hey everyone! Another update is in for Blacksmith Master! I'm trying to incorporate as much feedback and reviews as possible, so expect new features in the next few updates, such as...
On the Horizon
Work is underway on upcoming roadmap features, including:
Coin minting with new production chains for precious metals
Human resource management systems for unloading and assigning tasks
Multi-phase siege workshop for creating massive war machines

Just look at the difference! Where once you had a handful of basic unlocks, you now have an expansive tree with multiple branching paths. The entire UI has been overhauled - those mastery shields are now beautifully integrated into the design, and every tech node has been polished to perfection. It's not just functional; it's a visual treat!
Strategic Specialization
The best part? We've organized all technologies into logical groups. Want to become a master of the forge? There's a whole branch dedicated to smithing improvements. Prefer to focus on managing your workshop and staff? We've got you covered with an entire section for shop and worker enhancements.
This grouping system means you can now truly specialize your playstyle. No more being forced down a single path - create the blacksmith empire that matches YOUR vision!
Endless Replayability
With so many more nodes to unlock and multiple viable paths to explore, every playthrough can feel fresh and different. Will you rush to unlock advanced furnaces? Focus on hiring the best staff? Or perhaps balance both for a well-rounded workshop? The choice is yours, and there are more choices than ever before!
Under the Hood
Alongside this massive Mastery Tree overhaul, we've squashed several bugs and made general performance improvements to keep your game running smoothly. Because a beautiful new feature deserves a polished experience!
What's Next?
Stay tuned for future updates - we have exciting plans to expand the Mastery Tree even further with new technologies to unlock! Plus, keep an eye out for some major improvements coming to other workshop systems... let's just say your blueprint design capabilities might be getting a significant upgrade soon! 😉
Thank you for your continued support and feedback. The Mastery Tree rework was a big undertaking, but seeing how much more depth and strategy it adds to the game makes it all worthwhile. Tell us what you think on our Discord channel and don't forget to share your suggestions - your ideas help us make choosing your own path and the entire game even better!