Audio Forager

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Audio Forager is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Cabbibo and was released on March 2, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

Feel the magic of Machine Learning in this new experiment that combines over 44,000 sounds from Freesound.org, a data set created by Kyle McDonald and a touch of Cabbibo weirdness. Run your hands through a cloud of sound, select your favorite clips and make a drum set from this aural smorgasbord!

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

music3 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

Audio Forager offers a unique and creative concept that allows players to explore and manipulate sounds in a 3D space, making it accessible for those without musical talent.
The game provides a fun and engaging experience, encouraging exploration and experimentation with a vast array of sounds.
The minimalist graphics and atmospheric design enhance the focus on sound, creating an immersive environment for players.

The lack of instructions and tutorials can lead to confusion, making navigation and interaction frustrating for players.
Some users feel that the game lacks meaningful gameplay loops and structure, leading to a perception that it is more of a software application than a traditional game.
The limited number of levels and repetitive nature of sound collection may lead to boredom over time.

music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music aspect of the application is praised for its innovative concept that allows users, regardless of musical talent, to create unique sound compositions using a variety of samples from the internet. The 3D interface enhances the experience, making it accessible and engaging for both novices and experienced musicians looking for sample gathering opportunities. Overall, it is seen as a neat tool for creative sound exploration.
- “I thought I'd just check it out for a few minutes to see what it was about, solely because of the developer, and I'm genuinely surprised at how cool of a concept this is 'live.' I have next to no musical talent, but it was really cool to whip up a beat made entirely of random sound samples pulled from the internet, and arranged in clouds of bubbles I could navigate, touch, and manipulate in 3D space.”
- “This concept is cool as hell for non-musically inclined folks, but I could see musical folks using this software for some really cool sample gathering.”
- “You don't need any musical acumen to create your own unique musical mix.”
- “Instead of being a game, Audio Forager is a software application that uses a bunch of sounds from Freesound (hopefully every single one is credited or it's still effectively plagiarism) to allow you to make garbage noise and pretend it's music.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay aspect has been criticized for lacking meaningful interactions and gameplay loops, with users expressing that it does not provide a traditional gaming experience. In contrast, one user simply states that it is "just gameplay," suggesting a minimalistic approach. Overall, the feedback indicates a significant deficiency in engaging gameplay elements.
- “There are no gameplay loops in this software, no 'gameplay', no meaningful game-like interaction.”
- “There are no gameplay loops in this software, no 'gameplay', no meaningful game-like interaction.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate that the story aspect is either unclear or not well-defined, with some users questioning its presence or coherence. Overall, it seems that the narrative may lack depth or engagement, leaving players wanting more from the storyline.
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players praising the vibrant art style and detailed environments, while others criticize the character models and occasional performance issues. Overall, the visual presentation is seen as a strong point, though it may not meet the expectations of all players.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”