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Applewood

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100% User Score Based on 46 reviews

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Applewood is a single player platformer game. It was developed by Act-Novel and was released on September 23, 2019. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Applewood is a fruit-centric, lore-rich imp-ing game with the following cool features: - Thoughtful, resource-management-based platforming- You can fly!- A totally-interconnected, hand-crafted 2D world- You CAN'T attack directly (that's rude)- Figure out clever ways to deal with conflict (the polite way)- Use items found in the environment to solve problems- You can ride an octopus- Lots of cool c…

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story22 positive mentions
  • Applewood features a charming atmosphere with a cozy visual style and a soothing soundtrack, making it a delightful experience for players.
  • The game offers a variety of engaging activities, including farming, animal care, exploration, and crafting, alongside a heartfelt story that resonates with players.
  • The gameplay mechanics are well-designed, with clever puzzles and platforming elements that provide a satisfying challenge without being overly difficult.
  • Some players noted that the later stages of the game can become repetitive, with a lack of variety in tasks and challenges.
  • There are occasional technical issues, including bugs and crashes, which can disrupt the gameplay experience.
  • The absence of a map can make navigation challenging, especially for completionists trying to find all collectibles.
  • story
    45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is widely praised for its emotional depth, engaging characters, and unexpected twists, balancing lighthearted whimsy with darker themes. Players appreciate the well-written dialogue and immersive narrative that enhances the gameplay experience, making it a standout feature of the game. With a main story lasting 4–6 hours and additional content extending playtime to 9–10 hours, the story is both compelling and integral to the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “A charming puzzle-platformer featuring Ringo the Imp, navigating a handcrafted world full of clever item-based puzzles, emotional story beats, and graceful flight/gravity mechanics.”
    • “The story is very well written, with lovable characters, amazing music, and an overall cute game.”
    • “The characters are well written and the story is engaging.”
    • “The story is also a strong aspect of the game, with just enough plot twists and feels.”
    • “I found myself emotionally invested in the story and characters.”
    • “The game controls are easy to learn and its story is enticing.”
  • gameplay
    34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in this charming puzzle-platformer is characterized by its engaging mechanics, including precise controls and clever item-based puzzles that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the blend of fun platforming, emotional storytelling, and a variety of challenges, making it both accessible and surprisingly difficult at times. The game features a delightful aesthetic, tight controls, and a well-crafted world that encourages exploration and problem-solving.

    • “A charming puzzle-platformer featuring Ringo the Imp, navigating a handcrafted world full of clever item-based puzzles, emotional story beats, and graceful flight/gravity mechanics.”
    • “Applewood is a truly charming puzzle-platformer that pulls you in with its cute characters, clever dialogue, and fun gameplay, and then really grabs hold with some good old-fashioned emotional content.”
    • “Even after completing the game, I had to reload my save and use a gameplay video to uncover everything.”
    • “Even after noticing it, I still couldn’t solve the puzzle without resorting to a gameplay video.”
    • “The gameplay mechanics are quite simple but complex enough to provide fun and purposeful difficulty in certain moments of progression.”
  • music
    23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy and fitting soundtrack, which includes a blend of flute, guitar, and retro chiptune elements. Reviewers highlight how the music enhances the atmosphere and complements various gameplay moments, with specific tracks changing based on the player's location. Overall, the soundtrack is described as charming, well-executed, and integral to the game's emotional impact and immersive experience.

    • “The soundtrack was superb, the gameplay was fun and charming, as was the writing and characters.”
    • “The story is very well written, lovable characters, amazing music, and an overall cute game.”
    • “The ost gives distinct personality to locations and moments in the story, enhancing the atmosphere without becoming repetitive or tiring.”
    • “Many games excel in these areas but fail to plan or develop their sound design and OST effectively.”
    • “You know exactly what's coming when you hear a certain type of music, as it correlates with specific locations or events in the game.”
    • “I understood the need to create a musical score to improve their awful first performance.”
  • graphics
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of Applewood are characterized by charming pixel art that, while simple, effectively enhances the game's nostalgic and immersive experience. Reviewers appreciate the polished presentation and unique character designs, noting that the visuals contribute positively to the overall engagement of the game despite its free-to-play status. Overall, the graphics are seen as a strong point, blending simplicity with a heartfelt aesthetic.

    • “Applewood is a heartfelt adventure wrapped in thoughtful puzzles and nostalgic visuals.”
    • “Great pixel graphics and overall, a surprisingly polished and engaging game considering it is free.”
    • “The graphics are very simple but have their own charm.”
    • “This pixel art game may not be the most aesthetically pleasing game but has dollops of uncomplicated charm and strong engagement.”
    • “For a game to be immersive, it’s not just about the story, graphics, and gameplay.”
  • emotional
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching narrative centered on self-discovery, friendship, and perseverance, seamlessly blending lighthearted whimsy with deeper themes. Players find themselves emotionally invested in the charming characters and engaging story, enhanced by nostalgic visuals and well-crafted music. Overall, the game delivers a heartfelt experience that resonates with players, often drawing comparisons to other emotionally impactful titles like Undertale.

    • “A touching little tale about self-discovery, friendship, and perseverance.”
    • “Balances lighthearted whimsy with deeper emotional and darker themes as the story progresses.”
    • “I found myself emotionally invested in the story and characters.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is well-received, featuring a blend of funny and emotional moments with NPCs that enhance player interactions. Players appreciate the cute and engaging writing, which keeps the experience entertaining throughout. Overall, the game's humor contributes significantly to its charm and enjoyment.

    • “Funny and emotional moments with NPCs, fun interactions.”
    • “Cute and funny game.”
    • “Applewood is a well-written and tight 2D action-adventure-platformer that's fun to play and keeps things funny and engaging from start to finish.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its effective sound design, which enhances both calm and tense moments, and for its emotional plot complemented by simple yet fitting art and music. Users appreciate the distinct personality the original soundtrack brings to various locations and story moments, contributing to a captivating overall experience. Despite being a free game, the quality of the atmosphere exceeds expectations.

    • “Sound design supports the atmosphere nicely, enhancing both calm and tense moments.”
    • “As a free game, I didn't expect much, but I was very surprised by the great quality of this game. The plot is amazing and surprisingly emotional, and the art and music are simple but really well done and fitting to the game's atmosphere.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its lightweight design and effective optimization, particularly in controller support with intuitive key mapping. However, some users noted that the initial performance could benefit from further refinement.

    • “Lightweight and well-optimized.”
    • “Controller support is well-optimized, with thoughtful key mapping.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players generally find the game's replayability to be high, thanks to multiple endings, diverse character choices, and varying gameplay strategies that encourage multiple playthroughs. Many reviewers appreciate the added content and updates that enhance the experience, making it worthwhile to revisit. However, some note that certain elements may feel repetitive after several runs.

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Applewood is a platformer game.

Applewood is available on PC and Windows.

Applewood was released on September 23, 2019.

Applewood was developed by Act-Novel.

Applewood has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

Applewood is a single player game.

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