Apothecary
- September 7, 2023
- Forget Me Not Games
Get on Steam"Apothecary" is a cozy puzzle game where you reverse engineer potion recipes, serve customers, and navigate small town drama in Mangrove. With over 100 unique potion combinations, your choices will determine the game's 27 different endings. The game also features a funky soundtrack, hand-drawn assets, and a diverse cast of magical characters.
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Reviews
- The game features charming characters and a surprisingly deep story, making it engaging and enjoyable.
- Players can mix potions in a low-stress environment, with a great soundtrack and unique art style enhancing the experience.
- The ability to draw on walls and interact with characters, including a lovable cat, adds a fun and whimsical element to the gameplay.
- The puzzle-solving aspect can be daunting at first, and players may need to take notes to remember symbols.
- Some players found the cat character could have been more helpful during gameplay.
- While the game is fun, it may require multiple playthroughs to explore all endings, which could be seen as repetitive.
- music10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, featuring a charming original soundtrack that complements the whimsical and puzzle elements. Players appreciate the character-specific music and the overall quality, with many rating the soundtrack a perfect 10/10. The combination of endearing characters and engaging music enhances the game's depth and enjoyment.
“There's a charming original soundtrack, a bunch of endearing characters, and a surprisingly deep story.”
“The characters are unique and fun, and the soundtrack is great!”
“And a 10/10 soundtrack.”
- story6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is initially perceived as simple, but it reveals a surprising depth with a rich plot and a cast of quirky, endearing characters. Reviewers highlight its charm, humor, and an original soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, making it a delightful and unexpected narrative journey.
“There's a charming original soundtrack, a bunch of endearing characters, and a surprisingly deep story.”
“Super cute and funny with a great story, which I wasn't expecting at all.”
“It seems pretty simple at first, but there's actually a surprising amount of plot and a lot of really funky characters.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their smoothness and effective controls, complemented by a lo-fi aesthetic that enhances the overall vibe of the game. However, some players feel that the cat character could have been more useful.
“The lo-fi aesthetic adds to the vibe as you maneuver through the gameplay and get to know the cast of characters in the apothecary.”
“Smooth graphics and controls, although the cat could’ve been more helpful.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its charming and whimsical elements, particularly the protagonist's amusing expressions and antics in the garden, which consistently elicit laughter. Players appreciate the unexpected depth of the story, enhancing the overall comedic experience.
“Giving him a different expression and watching him tootle around his garden made me laugh every time.”
“Super cute and funny with a great story, which I wasn't expecting at all.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a challenging puzzle-solving element that may initially feel overwhelming, but the game effectively provides players with just enough information to begin unraveling the challenges.
“As far as gameplay, the puzzle-solving aspect can seem daunting at first, but the game does a great job of giving you just enough information to start figuring out what's going on.”
