Cropolution

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Cropolution is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Sasquatch B Studios and was released on December 18, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Reviews “It is one of those games that you start playing and then you notice simply can't put it down. Charming and simple in a good way, give it a try!” — Steam user review “Cropolution is a charming and affordable 2D farming and evolution game with an addictive yet relaxing gameplay loop.” — Steam user review Your mission... Your mission is to carefully manage limited resources while …

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Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

grinding12 negative mentions

The game offers a unique twist on the farming sim genre, combining fast-paced gameplay with elements of arcade action.
Players appreciate the variety of unique plants, bugs, and fish, along with polished animations and enjoyable music.
Frequent patches and updates from the developers show a commitment to improving the game based on player feedback.

The game lacks balance and content, with a steep learning curve and a need for a tutorial to guide new players.
Locust swarms can be overly punishing, often destroying crops and making progression feel tedious and frustrating.
The absence of NPCs and limited variety in gameplay mechanics can make the world feel empty and repetitive.

grinding
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with players noting that while the farming mechanics can be addictive and enjoyable, the progression system feels tedious and overly challenging. Many feel that the lack of NPC interactions and the slow unlocking of additional gameplay features, such as fishing and bug catching, detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game is seen as a charming concept that struggles with balance and accessibility, making the grinding feel more punishing than rewarding.
- “The world feels empty without any NPCs around to talk to, and the other parts of the game besides just growing crops, watering, and waiting around to harvest them aren't introduced until you've done a lot of farming.”
- “Which makes me a bit sad, as I'd like to fish and catch bugs, but you can't do that until you unlock the gear required for it, and to do that is made rather tedious with the brutal nature of the game.”
- “Making grinding up to new items and unlocks in the museum way too hard.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Cropolution offers a charming and affordable 2D farming experience with an addictive and relaxing gameplay loop centered on growing plants, catching bugs and fish, and evolving them into higher-value versions. The game features a crop-loss mechanic, the ability to combine crops into new seeds, and various upgrades to enhance yields, making it a focused exploration of its core mechanics.
- “Cropolution is a charming and affordable 2D farming and evolution game with an addictive yet relaxing gameplay loop.”
- “There is a crop-loss mechanic (locusts in this game), a way to combine crops to create new kinds of seeds, and upgrades you can purchase (fertilizer and pesticide) to increase your yield.”
- “This game is almost like a case-study in these mechanics, and these mechanics only.”
- “The core mechanics focus on growing plants, catching bugs and fish, and evolving them into higher-value versions.”
- “There is a crop-loss mechanic (locusts in this game), a way to combine crops to new kinds of seeds, upgrades you can purchase (fertilizer and pesticide) to increase your yield.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics received mixed feedback, with some users expressing a lack of enthusiasm for the art style; however, many noted that it looks appealing when in motion.
- “The graphics are absolutely stunning, with incredible attention to detail that brings the world to life.”
- “The vibrant colors and smooth animations create an immersive experience that is visually captivating.”
- “Even though I wasn't initially a fan of the art style, it really shines when in motion, adding a unique charm to the game.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is reported to be plagued by numerous bugs, significantly impacting its stability.
- “Incredibly buggy.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and glitches that ruined the experience.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, described as nice and enjoyable, complementing the polished animations. However, some users feel that it lacks balance and content, suggesting that while the audio experience is pleasant, it could be more varied or substantial.
- “The music is nice and the animations are polished.”
- “It's fun and simple, with nice music and sounds.”