Apples Busy Day

64%
Game Brain Score Based on 15 reviews
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  • gameplay
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Apples Busy Day is a short and cozy game about exploring and helping your silly neighbors. Come check out all Apple has to do on the island of fruit! Meet over 20 villagers! Catch 5 types of fish! ❗ Complete over 30 quests! Explore the island! Collect 25+ items!

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64%
Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews
music3 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • Charming and cute characters with silly, witty dialogue that adds to the overall enjoyment.
  • Simple and relaxing gameplay, perfect for a short, cozy gaming session.
  • Delightful art style and a smooth, jazzy soundtrack that enhances the game's atmosphere.
  • The game is very short, lasting only about an hour, which may leave some players wanting more.
  • Repetitive vocal sounds can become off-putting over time.
  • Lack of a map and a more detailed quest log can make navigation and quest tracking frustrating.
  • story19 mentions

    The story revolves around an unemployed apple navigating a whimsical island filled with quirky fruit and vegetable characters, primarily engaging in a series of interconnected fetch quests. While the humor and dialogue add charm, the narrative lacks depth, with most characters remaining underdeveloped and minimal post-quest interactions. Overall, the game emphasizes exploration and quest completion over a robust storyline.

    • “You're an unemployed apple who gets themselves into a large number of intricately linked fetch quests on a slightly maze-like island full of other fruit and veggies on legs who all have silly, though sometimes also touching, dialogues in mild internet speak.”
    • “If you like chill and story-driven games, check out my curator [url=https://store.steampowered.com/curator/35872486]peaceful adventures and stories[/url].”
    • “There’s not much of a story, but you, an unemployed apple … aptly named Apple, wake up and summon the courage to touch some grass (this is actually a quest title).”
    • “Sadly, most of the characters aren't too fleshed out outside of their quests, and there's almost no proper post-quest dialogue for the majority of characters.”
    • “You're an unemployed apple who gets themselves into a large number of intricately linked fetch quests on a slightly maze-like island full of other fruit and veggies on legs, who all have silly, though sometimes also touching, dialogues in mild internet speak.”
    • “Since the quests are so interdependent, you might forget who you have to see once it's completed, and this information should be on the quests page.”
  • graphics6 mentions

    The graphics are characterized by a simple and cutesy aesthetic, featuring lively and colorful artwork that creates a cozy atmosphere. While the visuals are appealing, the repetitive sound effects can become monotonous for fast readers. Overall, the game successfully combines its charming art style with a lighthearted tone.

    • “The artwork is lively and colorful.”
    • “Apple’s busy day has a cute aesthetic and a cozy atmosphere.”
    • “Visuals are cutesy and very simple, whilst dialogue isn’t completely voiced. There are many sound effects like 'ohh', 'hmm', 'ahh', 'ooh', etc. They’re mostly voiced by the same character, but if you’re a quick reader and speeding through the text, the symphony of these repeated sounds gets old very quickly.”
    • “The game aesthetic is simple and cute.”
    • “It's earnest in its millennial humor and its art style.”
  • gameplay5 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized as simple and relaxing, focusing on exploration and interaction with characters rather than challenging mechanics. While players appreciate the charming dialogue and atmosphere, some express frustration with the need to retrace steps, particularly in the later stages of the game. Overall, the experience leans more towards casual enjoyment than gameplay complexity.

    • “Simple, relaxing gameplay.”
    • “But yeah, as with many of these cutesy games, the main draw isn't the gameplay challenge so much as the cast and their dialogue.”
    • “My biggest complaint with regards to gameplay is that while the paths around the island aren't strictly linear, you still have to retread a good chunk of ground, particularly late game (it's still barely over an hour playing suboptimally, so it's not that bad).”
    • “But yeah, as with many of these cutesy games, the main draw isn't the gameplay challenge so much as the cast and their dialogue (accompanied by Banjo-Kazooie-esque vocalizations).”
    • “The gameplay is easy; you just walk around the town and everyone you meet has a problem for you to resolve.”
  • music4 mentions

    The game's jazzy soundtrack is widely praised for its cheerful and smooth qualities, enhancing the overall atmosphere and providing a relaxing experience. Many players find it enjoyable enough to consider adding it to their daily playlists, highlighting the strong selection of original tracks.

    • “I also thoroughly enjoyed the jazzy soundtrack that has a cheerful tone, perfectly in keeping with the game’s atmosphere.”
    • “The soundtrack is very smooth and relaxing, enough that I'm considering adding it to my daily playlist.”
    • “Great OST selection too.”
  • humor3 mentions

    The game's humor is characterized as cute and mildly funny, with some dialogue eliciting genuine laughs while other moments provoke bemusement. Players appreciate the earnest millennial humor and the charming art style, though some express a desire for a longer experience to fully enjoy the comedic elements.

    • “A part of me did wish the game was longer since I really liked exploring and doing the fetch quests, and some dialogue made me laugh a little (and some made me raise an eyebrow, like potato, what are you doing?!).”
    • “It's earnest in its millennial humor and its art style.”
    • “Very cute, mildly funny, rather short adventure game.”
  • emotional3 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its blend of silly yet wholesome humor and dialogue, creating a lighthearted atmosphere. Players engage with charming characters, including an unemployed apple, who navigate intricately linked quests on a whimsical island, resulting in both amusing and occasionally touching interactions.

    • “The game features silly but wholesome humor and dialogue that adds a unique emotional layer.”
    • “You're an unemployed apple who gets into a large number of intricately linked fetch quests on a slightly maze-like island, full of other fruit and veggies on legs, who all have silly yet sometimes touching dialogues in mild internet speak.”
    • “I tend to review wholesome, puzzle, horror, and narrative-driven games, and this one truly stands out for its emotional depth.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by a cheerful and cozy aesthetic, enhanced by a jazzy soundtrack that complements its lively and inviting environment.

    • “I also thoroughly enjoyed the jazzy soundtrack that has a cheerful take in keeping with the game’s atmosphere.”
    • “Apple’s busy day has a cute aesthetic and a cozy atmosphere.”
  • character development1 mentions

    The game features charming dialogue and appealing character designs, contributing to a delightful experience, though it is primarily focused on short fetch quests rather than deep character development.

  • replayability1 mentions

    The game has low replayability, as players can achieve 100% completion by finishing all quests, leaving little incentive to replay.

    • “Replayability value: no, I received 100% achievements upon finishing the game after completing all quests.”
    • “Once you finish the game, there's really no incentive to play again.”
    • “The lack of different endings or choices makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game is noted for being well-optimized for the Steam Deck, ensuring smooth performance and a satisfying gaming experience on the handheld device.

    • “The game runs flawlessly on the Steam Deck, showcasing excellent optimization.”
    • “I was impressed by how well-optimized the game is for various hardware configurations.”
    • “The optimization allows for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
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