Dino Nest
- April 28, 2022
- Raptor Claw Games
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"Dino Nest" is a strategy simulation game where players manage a dinosaur nest, hatch eggs, and raise dinosaurs. The game features different dinosaur species, each with unique abilities and needs. As a park manager, players must balance resources, ensure the dinosaurs' well-being, and fend off predators to create a thriving dinosaur park.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features charming art style and simple yet engaging gameplay that is easy to learn.
- Players find the game addictive and enjoyable, with a satisfying progression system and a variety of play styles.
- The developers are active in updating the game and engaging with the community, which adds to its potential for growth.
- The game suffers from bugs and broken achievements that have not been addressed, leading to frustration among players.
- Many players feel the game is repetitive and lacks meaningful player involvement, especially in combat mechanics.
- There are concerns about the game's content being limited, with some players finishing the game quickly and feeling it doesn't justify its price.
- gameplay68 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its charming art style and easy-to-understand mechanics, creating a seamless and enjoyable experience. While the core gameplay loop is simple and engaging, some players find it repetitive and lacking depth, particularly in combat and exploration. Suggestions for improvement include reworking certain mechanics, enhancing tutorials, and introducing more diverse gameplay elements to maintain interest.
“Easy to understand mechanics and rather seamless gameplay.”
“The art style is charming, and I find the gameplay loop simple yet enjoyable.”
“Relatively simple concept, but the gameplay is very engaging and the devs have made everything feel very efficient.”
“But I do think the triceratops gameplay needs to be reworked; the last time I played it, it was pretty grindy.”
“Price: I'm not sure if $15 is worth it for what the game is right now, since a lot of the gameplay can be quite repetitive, but considering the free DLC they plan to add in the near future, that opinion might change.”
“Scenario design aside, the gameplay is quite basic, with no combat actions (your critters just take turns doing basic attacks at each other) and no strategic anything for the player to do to affect the outcome.”
- graphics30 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming and simplistic art style that many players find visually appealing and well-suited to the gameplay. While some reviews note that the graphics are basic and have room for improvement, the overall aesthetic is described as cute and peaceful, contributing positively to the gaming experience. Despite mixed opinions on the quality, the art style is generally appreciated for its unique charm and ability to enhance the game's mechanics.
“The art style has its own charming feel to it, and the gameplay is very well done.”
“Great game so far, I love the simplistic yet detailed art style.”
“Peaceful, adorable graphics, and currently still adding more material!”
“I saw the cheap price and the crappy graphics and thought, 'eh, let's give it a shot; if it sucks, I'll just refund.'”
“The graphics are bad.”
“Yes, the graphics have room for growth.”
- replayability24 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
Players generally find the game to have good replayability, particularly due to the potential for different dinosaur species and evolutions in each playthrough. However, many reviewers express a desire for more content and depth, such as additional playable dinosaurs and scenarios, to enhance the overall experience. The game's ongoing expansion is seen as a positive factor that could further increase its replay value.
“This game has an immense sense of replayability.”
“Definitely great replayability with different dinosaurs and evolutions every playthrough.”
“It's got a decent amount of replayability, and I can't wait to try out the bigger dinosaurs.”
“I hope they add more playable species (even if just swapping the models and copy-pasting stuff), it is way too short right now.”
“It is pretty well polished for its state, but it does need some more content or depth for replayability.”
“Hoping for achievements and some kind of rogue-like mechanism to increase replayability in the future.”
- grinding12 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some enjoy the addictive nature of grinding for stats and resources, others feel that certain gameplay elements, like managing nests and battles, can become tedious and overly grindy. The automation of battles helps alleviate some of the grind, but there are still calls for improvements, particularly in the triceratops gameplay and user interface. Overall, the game offers fun mechanics but may require significant time investment for those looking to progress.
“But I do think the triceratops gameplay needs to be reworked; the last time I played it, it was pretty grindy.”
“Battles also could use some sort of auto-resolve, because at certain points I was just grinding meat to grow my high-tier dinosaurs, and I had to sit through battles I would win within a second of the beginning.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- music6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as relaxing and chilled, complementing the fun gameplay. Reviewers suggest that while the music should remain subtle, incorporating more exciting themes, similar to those in Jurassic Park, could enhance the experience during hunting and exploration. Overall, a balanced background score is preferred to maintain the game's tranquil atmosphere.
“It's a nice chilled game with relaxing music and fun gameplay.”
“The game would come across really well with good music, like Jurassic Park, or simply exciting music when you are hunting or exploring.”
“The music doesn't have to be loud; it just has to play a little in the background.”
- story4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a story, with multiple users noting the absence of any narrative elements.
“No story.”
“No story.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users have reported potential bugs related to the passing of evolution stats, indicating that there may be stability issues in this aspect of the game. Overall, while the game concept is well-received, these concerns suggest that players may experience confusion or frustration with certain mechanics.
“Great game concept, but I think there might be a bug with passing on evolution stats, or I'm just not understanding it properly.”
