Camp Canyonwood
- August 4, 2022
- Graffiti_Games
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Reviews
- The game has a cute art style and whimsical writing that adds charm to the gameplay.
- There is a sense of progression as players complete goals to earn upgrades and manage their campsite.
- The concept is fun and offers a unique camp management experience with various activities and interactions.
- The game is unfinished and feels abandoned, with many bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay.
- The user interface is confusing, making it difficult for players to understand what to do and manage their campers effectively.
- There is a lack of content and meaningful objectives, leading to a feeling of emptiness during gameplay.
- gameplay20 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for its potential being overshadowed by frustrating multitasking and significant issues with camper behavior and mechanics. While the core loop of managing campers is conceptually engaging, it suffers from a lack of polish and attention, leading to a more annoying experience than enjoyable. Despite these shortcomings, some players see promise in the gameplay and hope for improvements in future updates.
“I really think this game has a lot of potential and the gameplay itself is fun.”
“The main gameplay loop revolves around your campers; they have 'personalities' and archetypes that you will never pay attention to, dialogue you will rapidly click past, and as long as you put them to work, you can't go wrong.”
“But with the amount of multitasking you're expected to do, it feels more annoying instead of a solid mechanic.”
“The core gameplay loop (wake kids, have them work, teach them skills) never worked well due to gigantic glaring issues in the campers' behavior and mechanics.”
“So the core gameplay loop was the absolute last priority by the developers, and it shows.”
- stability16 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay and access to content. While players appreciate the concept, many express frustration over the unfinished state and ongoing problems, suggesting that those who are not patient with potential fixes should wait for future updates. Overall, the game's stability remains a major concern, impacting the overall enjoyment.
“It's a good idea with a fun concept, but unfortunately it's just too buggy with not enough content to really make it worth your while.”
“It really sucks that the game is left unfinished and I can't even access a bunch of the content that is in the game because of glitches and bugs.”
“This game is still too buggy to enjoy.”
- story14 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as interesting and engaging, with unique campers and a flexible camp setup that enhances exploration. However, it is noted that the narrative is not the primary focus of the gameplay, and players have encountered various bugs and issues that can hinder progression. Overall, while the story has potential, it is accompanied by technical challenges that may detract from the experience.
“The story so far from what I've played is good; I do need to play more, but if it continues the way it has, I'll have no problems putting more hours into it since it is very fun!”
“It seems to have an interesting story, and exploration is easy once you figure out what is going on.”
“There is a story, but it is not the main driving force.”
“I've also encountered bugs preventing me from encountering quest-related items, so essentially there is no way to progress past FBI agents in my game, blocking a significant amount of content.”
“There is a story, but it is not the main driving force (like Bear and Breakfast).”
“Completing staff quests by donating materials again and again in order to unlock new items is boring.”
- grinding12 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly in the early stages, where it feels necessary but can lead to frustration, especially when rewards do not seem proportional to the effort invested. While some enjoy the process of leveling up and unlocking skills, others feel that the grind for inventory space and necessary items detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, bugs have been noted, which further complicate the grinding process.
“The current state of the game is a bit grindy, and there are a few notable bugs that I have encountered.”
“I had a lot of skill points but didn't feel 1 inventory slot for 3 skills I spent ages grinding for was worth it.”
“Unlocking things seems tedious because I have to take so much from my campers' pockets and it's normally not the things I need to donate.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their adorable and charming art style, which effectively complements the overall vibe of the game. Many reviewers liken the visuals to a lighter version of "Don't Starve," highlighting their cuteness and attractiveness.
“Still a big fan of the art style; it really suits the vibes of the game.”
“Visually, the game is adorably cute; think a lighter version of 'Don't Starve's' visuals.”
“The art style is lovely, cute, and attractive.”
“Visually, the game is adorably cute, think a lighter version of 'Don't Starve' visuals.”
“I love the concept and the art style.”
- music10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game evokes a strong sense of nostalgia, reminiscent of old American summer camps, even for players who have no personal connection to that experience. While the sound design is generally well-received and complements the gameplay without being distracting, it may go unnoticed by some players due to the engaging nature of the game itself. Overall, the music enhances the atmosphere without detracting from the core experience.
“Sound and music fit the bill, and are not annoying or tedious or cause you to want to stop playing.”
“Granted, I would wager most will not notice the music or background too much, but I feel it's because the gameplay is stealing your attention (as it should).”
“Music still played fine, but there was no scene with Jack or anything else... just a black screen.”
“The music makes me feel really nostalgic for old American summer camps - I am neither American nor have I gone to a summer camp - it's perfect for the game.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its quirky humor, featuring silly and slightly creepy elements that enhance the experience. Players enjoy the whimsical hand-drawn art and find the dialogue of the campers to be particularly funny, contributing to an overall lighthearted atmosphere despite some grinding gameplay.
“It's a very quirky game with management aspects that aren't super overwhelming, which at times is silly, funny, and a little bit creepy!”
“Bit of a grind, but so much to do. I like it; so many campers and their dialogue is so funny.”
“The hand-drawn art is whimsical, and the writing is funny.”
