Distant Garden

About

Distant Garden is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Jackson Levine and was released on August 7, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Distant Garden" is an exploration and building game with inspirations ranging from "Minecraft" and "LSD: Dream Emulator" to movies including "Solaris" (1972). Explore serene landscapes, avoid visions of death, and gather resources to build camps.

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Single-Player

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70%

Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

humor1 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game has an eerie atmosphere that can be engaging and spooky, reminiscent of a horror mod.
The terrain and visuals are appreciated, making exploration enjoyable despite the game's limitations.
There is potential for bonding experiences, as some players have found meaningful connections while playing with family.

The game lacks essential features, making it feel more like a walking simulator than a fully developed game.
There are numerous bugs and technical issues that detract from the overall experience, including crashes and poor performance.
The game appears to be abandoned, with many players expressing a desire for updates and more content.

stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is criticized for being buggy and resource-intensive, leading to excessive fan noise and overall poor performance.
- “The game is incredibly buggy and uses an excessive amount of system resources, causing my fans to run loudly.”
- “Frequent crashes and performance issues make it nearly unplayable.”
- “The stability is a major concern; I experience constant lag and frame drops.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is described as eerie and unsettling, contributing to a haunting atmosphere that can be off-putting for some players. It evokes feelings of tension and unease, reminiscent of horror game soundtracks, which may enhance the experience for those seeking a spooky vibe but could deter others. Overall, while the music adds to the game's ambiance, it may not be suitable for everyone.
- “The music freaked me out at one point, as it felt like an RPG Maker horror game song.”
- “I like the game for its Minecraft-esque look, but something about it is just too eerie and strikes close to home. The 'oh god, what's around the corner' vibe for newbies is unsettling. Overall, good game, but I'm going to remove it because it feels haunted.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is appreciated by players, with many finding the bugs and glitches amusing rather than frustrating. This lighthearted approach adds a unique charm to the overall experience.
- “I like it, but there are lots of bugs and things that are just funny instead of annoying.”