Alchemy Garden

69%
Game Brain Score Based on 315 reviews
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  • graphics
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"Alchemy Garden" is a relaxing sandbox simulation game where players can grow and combine plants to create unique chemicals and compounds. The scholenial-themed world allows for customization of the garden and laboratory while teaching players about the art of alchemy. With various quests and challenges to complete, players can enjoy a soothing and engaging experience in this delightful game.

  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
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Reviews

69%
Audience ScoreBased on 315 reviews
graphics20 positive mentions
story10 negative mentions
  • The game offers a relaxing and charming atmosphere with beautiful graphics and a soothing soundtrack.
  • Gameplay involves enjoyable mechanics like gathering resources, crafting potions, and selling them, which can be addictive.
  • The developer shows promise with regular updates and a commitment to improving the game, making it a worthwhile investment for fans of the genre.
  • The game currently lacks substantial content, with limited areas to explore and repetitive tasks that can lead to boredom.
  • Many players have reported bugs and issues, such as items disappearing or the inability to interact with certain elements, which detracts from the overall experience.
  • The absence of a clear progression system or engaging story makes the gameplay feel shallow and unfulfilling over time.
  • story52 mentions

    The game's story is largely absent, with players describing it as a wandering simulation lacking a driving narrative or engaging quests. While there are some tutorial elements and minimal missions, they quickly become repetitive and fail to provide a compelling reason to interact with NPCs or progress. Overall, the lack of a meaningful story or goals contributes to a sense of boredom and frustration among players.

    • “I love the environment and the non-linear storyline and gameplay style!”
    • “In the beginning, there's a sort of tutorial/storyline that guides you along; at this stage, it ends a bit suddenly, but I liked what I saw of it.”
    • “It can feel a bit grindy at the beginning, but after you start finishing the quests and exploring a bit, it is really a relaxing game with much to do!”
    • “It feels like a shell of a game with zero story and more like a wandering sim in all four of the areas you can access.”
    • “There is no story in the game or anything to actually work towards.”
    • “There isn't much of a story yet, either.”
  • gameplay42 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying its relaxing, exploration-focused mechanics reminiscent of games like Stardew Valley, while others criticize it for being simplistic, repetitive, and lacking depth. Many users noted issues such as unpolished mechanics, a lack of engaging narrative, and limited variety in tasks and upgrades, leading to a sense of monotony. Overall, while the game has potential and some enjoyable elements, it currently feels incomplete and could benefit from more content and refinement.

    • “I played this back in early 2019 and since the new update it's been a huge improvement in gameplay, bugs, and general detail.”
    • “The functional and mechanical aspects are smooth and seamless with very little in the way of 'bugs' or 'blockages' in the flow of actually playing the game.”
    • “Laid back gameplay that allows you to explore the small world at your own pace.”
    • “There's no story or driving narrative, so as a result, gameplay was boring at best and frustrating at worst.”
    • “It's an overall incomplete gameplay experience that leaves the player utterly disappointed.”
    • “Lack of gameplay features, watering is boring, brewing is boring, game is boring.”
  • graphics41 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the cute, low-poly, and colorful art style, while others criticize it for being flat and lacking depth. Performance issues have led some to play on lower settings, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, many find the graphics charming and suitable for a casual gaming experience, though there are calls for improvements in animations and UI design.

    • “The graphics are lovely and I like how much you can intuit just from existing in the world for a little bit.”
    • “It's cozy, I love the aesthetic the game has, the scenery is just amazing.”
    • “The game presents its content with colorful stylized graphics that are very nice to look at.”
    • “The art style is just... really flat, feeding into the lifeless feeling of everything.”
    • “Graphics and customization are questionable at best; quite disappointed.”
    • “The graphics are low poly, which is cute on one hand, but on the other hand, it fits the overall 'less effort in development' impression the game makes.”
  • grinding32 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious and repetitive, particularly in farming and gathering tasks. While some appreciate the cute art style and relaxing gameplay, others criticize the lack of progression and the overwhelming grind required to achieve goals, such as earning money or completing quests. Overall, the experience can be enjoyable for fans of the genre, but it may feel excessively grindy and unfulfilling for those seeking more dynamic gameplay.

    • “Farming is unintuitive and does not feel good to do.”
    • “If you don't have an abundance of ingredients, which is extremely hard to do, making money is tedious and slow. If your hoe breaks and you don't have the money for a new one, no more gardening for you until you get money.”
    • “Gameplay doesn't change from season to season, making it quite tedious. If you are trying for 100% achievements, the last one that requires you to get 1,000,000 coins is just masochistic.”
  • music8 mentions

    The music in the game is generally described as cute, calming, and relaxing, complementing the beautiful artwork and smooth gameplay. However, some users noted issues with sound control, such as the lack of volume sliders and repetitive background tracks. Overall, the soundtrack contributes to a charming and soothing atmosphere, despite technical limitations.

    • “The design is beautiful, the music is calming.”
    • “The artwork is beautiful, the music is relaxing, and the player's movement is overall smooth.”
    • “This game is very relaxing and charming; the soundtrack is low-key and puts you at ease, and the graphics are bright and cheerful.”
    • “I've got the sound and music all the way down and I can still hear it over whatever else I listen to, and I can't go back to the menu if I wanted to play a different save; you have to exit the game and restart it.”
    • “There are no volume sliders yet, with the same background song on repeat.”
    • “Sound works in every other game, watching movies or listening to music.”
  • stability4 mentions

    The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and rough interactions that give it an unfinished, alpha-like feel. Many find the controls and targeting to be particularly problematic, contributing to a gameplay experience that is often described as both boring and frustrating.

    • “The movement and interacting with anything is buggy and rough.”
    • “It still feels like an alpha, and I don't know why it ever left alpha. It's lacking content, extremely simple, but still buggy, and the controls/targeting are hands down horrible.”
    • “Gameplay is buggy and boring.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    Players report significant performance issues, often requiring them to lower graphic settings to maintain playability. While some are willing to compromise on visuals for an enjoyable experience, there is a clear demand for better optimization overall.

    • “There are some performance issues making me play on low graphic settings, which wasn't the case before. However, it's worth it, and I don't mind the low graphics as long as the game is satisfying.”
    • “The only thing I would want is some visual optimizations.”
    • “The second is that it is currently very poorly optimized.”
    • “Only thing I would want would be some visual optimizations.”
    • “There are some performance issues making me play on low graphic settings, which wasn't the case before.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Players find the game to be a heartwarming experience, filled with cozy and wholesome elements that evoke positive emotions. The abundance of cute activities enhances its charm, making it a delightful choice for fans of feel-good gaming.

    • “I'm a sucker for cozy, witchy, wholesome games, and this fits all my requirements.”
    • “Wholesome game, lots of cute things to do and more to come!”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by a quaint and upbeat environment that encourages both spending and earning money through various items. While it maintains a relaxing vibe, players experience a subtle time pressure from the day/night cycle, energy management, and crafting deadlines.

    • “With a quaint atmosphere, there is money to be made and spent on items ranging from everyday useful to decorative and fun.”
    • “It generally has a very upbeat and relaxing atmosphere, though there is a bit of time pressure due to a day/night cycle, the need to sleep to regain energy, and the fact that some crafting orders need to be ready by a certain date.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as a potential cash grab, with users expressing disappointment over the lack of meaningful updates and deeming it not worth the $9 price tag.

    • “I wouldn't even recommend it at $9. Coupled with the lack of any real updates, it's sad to say that this was most likely a quick cash grab and will not be updated.”
    • “The monetization model feels exploitative, with essential features locked behind paywalls that make the game frustrating to enjoy without spending extra.”
    • “It's disappointing to see a game that could have been great ruined by aggressive monetization tactics that prioritize profit over player experience.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by the quirky design of NPC characters, described as "ovals on twigs," which adds a comedic element that some players find amusing, blurring the line between a positive and negative aspect.

    • “The NPC characters look like ovals on twigs; it gave a new meaning to the term 'toothpick legs/arms'! I wasn't sure if that was a con or a pro, as they look funny enough to be seen as a pro.”
    • “The humor in the dialogue is top-notch, with clever puns and witty one-liners that had me laughing out loud.”
    • “I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously, with hilarious situations and absurd character interactions that keep the mood light.”
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Play time

6hMedian play time
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*Based on 3 analyzed playthroughs

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