Bit Orchard
- May 19, 2021
- 2Boone
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Reviews
- Charming pixel art and nostalgic gameplay reminiscent of classic Gameboy games, making it a cozy and relaxing experience.
- Offers a therapeutic gameplay loop focused on planting and cultivating an orchard, with additional challenges and achievements for players to pursue.
- The developer shows a commitment to improving the game, quickly addressing bugs and enhancing the overall experience.
- Lacks basic options like windowed mode and volume controls, which are standard in most PC games.
- Gameplay can feel slow and repetitive, with a sense of loneliness due to a limited number of NPCs and interactions.
- Some players experienced frustrating bugs, such as getting stuck in the environment, which can disrupt the gaming experience.
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally enjoyable and features a lovely, retro soundtrack, though some users find it repetitive. While the option to adjust the music is available, changing tracks can be inconsistent and confusing at times. Overall, the soundtrack complements the game's art and atmosphere well.
“Fortunately, all the songs are lovely.”
“It is fun, retro, has good art and a good soundtrack.”
“The music can get repetitive, but it's not a big problem since I can just turn it down and play a podcast or music in the background.”
“I also found changing the music a little confusing - sometimes it worked, sometimes it didn't, and I wasn't sure why.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a simple and relaxing loop, where progress is tied to apple harvests and sleep cycles, which can lead to a sense of stagnation. While it offers a chill experience suitable for casual play, users feel it lacks depth and polish, indicating room for improvement in content.
“The gameplay loop quickly flattened when I realized my farm experience was gated by apple harvests, which were gated by sleeping.”
“I think it still has some ways to go in terms of content and polish, but right now, with its simplicity in gameplay, it's one of the most chill, turn-your-brain-off and listen to a podcast kind of games out there.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story features a charming town adjacent to the player's orchard, where they can engage with townsfolk by completing quests and building relationships, adding depth to the gameplay experience.
“Outside of your orchard, there's a tiny town where you can build relationships with the townsfolk by fulfilling their quests, which is something I didn't expect. There are also more shops to explore.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The 1-bit graphics have received positive feedback, with users expressing appreciation for their unique style and potential. Many hope the developer will continue to create more games, as this initial offering has been well-received.
“Absolutely love the 1-bit graphics; there's a lot of potential here. I truly hope the developer continues making more games because this one was solid.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players feel that increasing the number of NPCs would enhance the grinding experience by adding a sense of community and purpose, transforming the act of farming into a more engaging social interaction.
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“I find myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which really takes away from the enjoyment.”
“The lack of variety in grinding activities makes it feel like a chore rather than a fun part of the game.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find humor in the game's unexpected glitches and situations, such as characters getting stuck in amusing ways due to unclear mechanics, which adds a lighthearted and entertaining element to the gameplay experience.
“What makes me laugh the most is when I accidentally got my character stuck by picking up a cassette and dropping it a little too close to the bed. When I tried to sleep for the first time, I ended up stuck! =]]”
“The humor in this game is top-notch! The quirky dialogue and unexpected situations always catch me off guard and leave me in stitches.”
“I love how the game incorporates silly scenarios that make you laugh out loud. It's refreshing to see humor done so well in a video game!”
