Desk Garden

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Desk Garden is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Siesta studio and was released on June 17, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Desk Garden is a calming idle game where charming plants grow quietly on your screen as you work or study, never interrupting your productivity. Customize your Tiny Island with quirky plant babies, from shy sprouts to chatty blossoms, each with unique personalities. Unlock decorative mystery boxes and enjoy soothing background music to enhance your focus.

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98%

Audience ScoreBased on 46 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features adorable plant designs and a charming aesthetic, making it visually appealing and enjoyable to play.
It's a relaxing idle game that allows players to progress at their own pace, making it perfect for background play while engaging in other activities.
The game includes quality of life features like a 'harvest all' button and customizable garden layouts, enhancing the overall user experience.

The game can become repetitive and slow in progression, especially in the late game, leading to potential boredom for players seeking more engagement.
There are limitations in gameplay mechanics, such as the inability to bulk buy or place blocks, which can be frustrating for players looking for efficiency.
Some players have reported issues with game balance, particularly regarding achievements and the RNG elements affecting plant growth and availability.

graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are characterized by a minimalistic and cute aesthetic, featuring colorful and whimsical plant designs that enhance the overall charm of the game. Users appreciate the soft visuals, which create a pleasant and relaxing experience, likening it to a delightful desktop accessory. While some desire more customization options, the overall art style is well-received for its adorability and simplicity.
- “Very aesthetic.”
- “Plant designs are colorful and whimsical, and the soft aesthetic makes the experience pleasant in the same way a desk toy or animated screensaver might be.”
- “An absolutely adorable idle game with cute, charming graphics and a wide variety of unlockables.”
- “Minimal graphics and display options.”
- “Let me downgrade the graphics beyond being able to disable gold/rainbow effects.”
- “The cube aesthetic is really cute, and a lot of the plant and decoration designs are adorable, though I could do with fewer Christian crosses on things.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with players enjoying the first and third tracks while finding the second less appealing. It features three customizable soundtracks and nature soundscapes, allowing for a relaxing atmosphere, though some users noted the music can become repetitive and opted to mute it in favor of nature sounds. Overall, the flexibility in audio options enhances the gaming experience, catering to different preferences.
- “I like the music a lot (at least the first and third tracks, not as big a fan of the second), and wish I could just have it to play outside the game.”
- “It is highly customizable with three different music soundtracks as well as nature soundscape options that can be added on.”
- “You can even switch between music, mute just the music and leave on seasonal sounds for forest spring and rain, which is like nature noise, birds singing, etc. You can choose both, or either.”
- “So far, I just muted all sounds from the game as the popping sounds can be distracting, especially for the 1-minute blocks, and the music can be repetitive.”
- “Admittedly, I muted the music after a while, but the spring or rain sounds are extremely relaxing.”
- “There are three music tracks to choose from, as well as three types of nature sounds.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity, focusing on a casual and engaging experience that allows players to enjoy planting, harvesting, and appreciating colorful art without complex mechanics. While some elements may lack detailed explanations, the straightforward loop of clicking and unlocking new tiles keeps players entertained, making it a charming and non-distracting option for those with free time.
- “That said, if you have a lot of free time and enjoy casual gameplay, this game could keep you entertained for quite a while.”
- “It's quite nice; it isn't distracting like other desktop toys can be because the animations are subtle. Plus, the gameplay really is just mostly click, plant, and harvest, then appreciate pretty art and numbers go up as you unlock more tiles.”
- “Rather than aiming for complex mechanics or deep systems, it embraces simplicity as a strength.”
- “It's quite nice; it isn't distracting like other desktop toys can be because the animations are subtle. Plus, the gameplay really is just mostly clicking to plant and harvest, then appreciating pretty art and watching numbers go up as you unlock more tiles.”
- “Would allow for the not-so-distracting experience to be maintained, but at least gives more gameplay.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is designed to promote a sense of quiet growth, making it ideal for players who appreciate idle games and cozy simulations. It effectively creates a calming environment that complements work or study sessions without demanding excessive attention.
- “This fits the game’s purpose: it is meant to run alongside other tasks, creating an atmosphere of quiet growth without demanding attention.”
- “It is especially well-suited for players who enjoy idle games, cozy simulations, or anything that helps create a calming atmosphere during work or study sessions.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be engaging and enjoyable, with one user highlighting it as a standout feature in the tabletop farming genre. The game's mechanics encourage players to invest time and effort, making the grinding experience feel rewarding rather than tedious.
- “I discovered this game the same day it was going to release its full version. I downloaded the demo, probably not expecting much except your typical desktop and/or farming game.”
- “I am a time traveler, and I subjectively believe that 'Desk Garden' is the best tabletop farming game of the 21st century.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect highlights a late-game strategy where players find it more beneficial to sell plots rather than store them, particularly when financial constraints are no longer a concern and storage limitations apply to non-empty plots.