CORN

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CORN is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Team SNEED and was released on September 11, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

About CORNCORN is an interactive incremental game, in which you click on corn! Get random corn every few hours and grow your collection. Full steam inventory and market integration. Limited edition corn rotate in and out of the drop pool on a weekly basis. Special corn grant special effects. Buy corn, sell corn, collect corn, craft corn, love corn. Corn! The goal of CORN? Get the counter to 34…

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 170 reviews

humor4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

CORN offers a simple yet addictive gameplay loop that engages players in a lighthearted manner.
The game features a variety of corn types and daily events, keeping the experience fresh and enjoyable.
Active development and community engagement from the developers indicate a commitment to improving the game over time.

The game lacks meaningful gameplay mechanics, making it feel repetitive and shallow after a short time.
Many players feel that the game is primarily a cash grab, exploiting the Steam Market without providing substantial content.
Achievements and milestones can be frustratingly unachievable, leading to a sense of dissatisfaction among players.

gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
70%
18%
The gameplay of "Corn Clicker" primarily revolves around a simplistic click-to-progress mechanic, where players repeatedly click to increase numbers without any significant objectives, upgrades, or prestige systems. While some find the addictive nature of this idle clicker appealing for casual play, others criticize it for lacking depth and meaningful engagement, viewing it as a commentary on modern labor and consumption. Overall, the game offers a straightforward yet repetitive experience that may resonate with fans of lighthearted progression games.
- “Corn is an idle clicker where the core gameplay loop revolves around collecting and interacting with various types of corn.”
- “Simple yet addictive gameplay: the click-to-progress mechanics are satisfying and offer a steady sense of advancement, ideal for casual gaming sessions.”
- “There’s barely any gameplay, no real objective, and after a few minutes you realize you’re just clicking through confusion.”
- “No upgrades, no prestige mechanics, absolutely nothing other than click corn, number go up.”
- “Like many clicker games, the core gameplay loop of 'corn clicker' hinges on an ever-escalating reward mechanism, encouraging players to invest time for marginally increasing returns.”
monetization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
80%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for relying on microtransactions without offering meaningful upgrades or mechanics typical of idle games. Players have labeled it as a cash grab, comparing it to NFT and blockchain schemes, and expressing frustration over its perceived exploitation through aggressive advertising and market manipulation.
- “The game feels like another cash grab scam... basically an NFT blockchain game, but using the Steam community market as a substitute.”
- “What a fake scam advertising is this?”
- “Crypto advertisements flood my inbox.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The game's story is largely criticized for being nonexistent or poorly developed, leaving players feeling confused and unsatisfied with the narrative experience.
- “For me to get to the point and to explain to you the ending and story of this game in a poor and misguided manner.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The music in the game features a mix of atmospheric tracks reminiscent of the Silent Hill OST, enhancing the eerie ambiance, while also incorporating stock piano music that transitions into gameplay. The overall sound design includes a blend of dramatic and romantic elements, creating a unique auditory experience that resonates with players. However, some transitions, such as abrupt cuts, may detract from the overall flow.
- “(stock piano music plays as actual gameplay fades in from black, with white text exclaiming 'chapter 1: corn')”
- “(fade to black but don't fade out music, as it awkwardly cuts off at the end of the video)”
- “The trailer is the most honest trailer of all time, replete with 120 BPM double bass detuned sultry romance music.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Players note that the game heavily emphasizes grinding, often requiring significant time investment to progress. While some appreciate the introspective themes related to work and productivity, others feel the grinding aspect can be overwhelming and tedious.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “At its core, the game offers an introspective look at our relationship with work, productivity, and reward, masked in the absurdity of farming corn with clicks.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its humor, particularly its quirky theme centered around corn, which provides hours of casual entertainment. Reviewers appreciate the developers' unique and twisted sense of humor, making the game both funny and engaging.
- “Even with its eccentric theme, corn succeeds in offering hours of casual entertainment with a humorous twist.”
- “The devs clearly have a twisted sense of humor based on their other projects.”
- “Very funny game about corn, just a time killer.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics feature a charming corn-centric aesthetic, but players note that the limited settings and repetitive theme may lead to monotony for those looking for greater visual variety.
- “Graphics settings are limited.”
- “Repetitive theme: while the corn-centric aesthetic is charming, it could become monotonous for players seeking more thematic variety.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The integration with Steam enhances replayability by allowing players to collect and trade virtual items, appealing especially to collectors and traders who seek to engage with the game beyond the initial playthrough.
- “The Steam integration allows players to collect and trade virtual items, adding significant depth and replayability, especially for collectors and traders.”
- “Each playthrough offers unique challenges and experiences, making it easy to dive back in for another round.”
- “The variety of character builds and strategies keeps the gameplay fresh, encouraging multiple runs to explore all possibilities.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, highlighting moments that evoke strong feelings, such as the poignant tribute of special corn on 9/11, which left some in tears for hours. This indicates that the game successfully taps into significant emotional experiences, resonating with players on a personal level.
- “I cried for hours when the developers gave us special content on 9/11.”