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Bit Orchard: Animal Valley

It's still not a complex game, obviously. And you’re still likely to eventually get bored by its relative simplicity. But it’s a mark of how enjoyable Bit Orchard is that you’ll almost inevitably find yourself getting sucked right back in.
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60%Game Brain Score
music, humor
graphics, gameplay
83% User Score Based on 12 reviews
Critic Score 75%Based on 3 reviews

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Bit Orchard: Animal Valley is a single player arcade simulation game. It was developed by 2Boone and was released on March 7, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Pull out weeds, plant new apple trees and gather the literal fruits of your labour. With time, you'll discover ways to make your life easier and explore this charming 2D world.

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83%
Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews
music3 positive mentions
gameplay2 negative mentions
  • Charming pixel art and nostalgic graphics create a cozy atmosphere.
  • Relaxing gameplay with simple mechanics, making it a great choice for casual players and achievement hunters.
  • The developer shows commitment to improving the game, addressing bugs and player feedback quickly.
  • Controls can be unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • Lack of basic options like windowed mode and volume controls is disappointing.
  • The game can feel slow-paced and lonely, with limited interactions and content.
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the lovely and fun retro soundtrack. However, some users noted that the music can become repetitive and found the process of changing tracks to be inconsistent. Overall, the soundtrack complements the game's straightforward gameplay and visuals.

    • “Fortunately, all the songs are lovely.”
    • “It is fun, retro, has good art and a good soundtrack.”
    • “Awesome soundtrack, basic gameplay that is easy to pick up, simple and straightforward graphics and controls, tasks displayed on-screen cross themselves out upon completion.”
    • “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.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming 1-bit aesthetic that complements its cute farming sim theme. Players appreciate the simplicity and straightforwardness of the visuals, which enhance the overall experience without detracting from gameplay.

    • “Absolutely love the 1-bit graphics; I definitely see a lot of potential and I truly hope the developer continues making more games because this was solid.”
    • “A cute little farming sim with a charming aesthetic.”
    • “The graphics are simple and straightforward, complementing the awesome soundtrack and basic gameplay that is easy to pick up.”
    • “The graphics are extremely basic and lack detail, making the game feel outdated.”
    • “The visuals are underwhelming and do not match the charm of the gameplay.”
    • “The simplistic graphics detract from the overall experience and immersion.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a simple and straightforward design, making it easy to pick up and enjoy, especially for casual players. However, some users feel that the experience can become repetitive due to limitations like gated farming activities, which may hinder long-term engagement. Overall, it offers a relaxing experience complemented by an enjoyable soundtrack, ideal for multitasking.

    • “Awesome soundtrack, basic gameplay that is easy to pick up, simple and straightforward graphics and controls, tasks displayed on-screen cross themselves out upon completion.”
    • “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.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the charming aesthetic of the farming sim but feel that the grinding aspect could be enhanced by introducing more NPCs, which would create a greater sense of community and purpose beyond just farming.

    • “More NPCs would raise the stakes; I'm not just farming, I'm fitting into some social context.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over, which quickly becomes tedious.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users find humor in the game's unexpected glitches and situations, such as characters getting stuck in amusing ways due to unclear mechanics. This element of surprise adds a lighthearted and entertaining aspect to the gameplay experience.

    • “What makes me laugh the most is how I accidentally got my character stuck. I picked up the cassette and dropped it a little too close to the bed, and when I tried to sleep for the first time, I got stuck! =]]”
    • “The humor in this game is top-notch! The quirky situations you find yourself in always leave me in stitches.”
    • “I love the witty dialogue and the hilarious interactions between characters. It adds so much charm to the gameplay!”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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.”
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Bit Orchard: Animal Valley is a arcade simulation game.

Bit Orchard: Animal Valley is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 4 and others.

Bit Orchard: Animal Valley was released on March 7, 2021.

Bit Orchard: Animal Valley was developed by 2Boone.

Bit Orchard: Animal Valley has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its graphics.

Bit Orchard: Animal Valley is a single player game.

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