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Evergarden

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87%Game Brain Score
gameplay, story
grinding, replayability
86% User Score Based on 540 reviews
Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

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Evergarden is a single player casual racing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Flippfly LLC and was released on August 16, 2018. It received positive reviews from both critics and players.

"Evergarden is a single-player fantasy adventure game with sensational graphics and satisfying puzzle mechanics. Combine plants to create new forms and uncover secrets in a mysterious forest world, guided by your creature companion Fen. The game offers an accessible yet deep and strategic puzzle experience, with higher levels of mastery for dedicated players."

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gameplay36 positive mentions
grinding14 negative mentions
  • Beautiful graphics and calming music create a relaxing atmosphere.
  • Engaging puzzle mechanics that encourage strategic thinking and planning.
  • Offers a sense of progression with unlockable abilities and daily challenges.
  • Gameplay can become repetitive after a few hours due to the lack of variety in puzzles.
  • Some players may find the random elements frustrating, particularly the pests that disrupt progress.
  • The story is minimal and may not provide enough depth for those seeking a narrative experience.
  • gameplay
    141 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Evergarden is characterized by its simple yet engaging puzzle mechanics, primarily revolving around combining plants on a hex grid. While the game offers a visually appealing atmosphere and a relaxing experience, many players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in depth after a few hours. Despite its charming aesthetics and some interesting mechanics, the core gameplay loop remains largely unchanged, which may limit long-term engagement for some players.

    • “The gameplay offers a perfect blend of strategy and relaxation, allowing you to cultivate your own beautiful garden while solving delightful puzzles.”
    • “Combining gorgeous visuals with clever merging mechanics, it's a game that's easy to pick up but offers surprising depth.”
    • “The mechanics are simple and intuitive, but from what I've experienced so far, there has been an impressive level of depth and strategy that unfolds as you play.”
    • “Too little depth and too little gameplay, with little reason to play longer than perhaps a few hours, if that.”
    • “The gameplay doesn't fundamentally change though you do get 'songs' the further you get which are one-time-use abilities that you can come into a new level with.”
    • “Gameplay does get a bit repetitive; however, making this a game I stop by for a couple of short games and then get into something else a little more complex.”
  • story
    135 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in Evergarden is often described as minimal and simplistic, serving primarily as a backdrop to the puzzle gameplay rather than a central focus. While some players appreciate the emotional undertones and gentle narrative that unfolds through gameplay, many find it lacking depth and substance, with repetitive mechanics that can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a charming aesthetic and a light story that some players find touching, but it may not satisfy those seeking a robust narrative.

    • “A simple and relaxing puzzle game with a touching story behind it.”
    • “The story it tells is simple, yet effective.”
    • “I enjoy games with some story, and the way this game's is told isn't overbearing but is enough to keep me interested.”
    • “Story-wise, I found that the game tried too hard to convey a thought-provoking and deep story that eventually didn't really amount to much.”
    • “The story is cryptic nonsense and lacks any real substance.”
    • “You basically play the same type of puzzle over and over to get farther into the 'story mode' - that doesn't really have much of a story, but still, you progress that way.”
  • graphics
    93 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and aesthetically pleasing design, often described as cute, low-poly, and reminiscent of origami. Many players find the visuals captivating and relaxing, enhancing the overall gameplay experience, although some note that the simplicity may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the combination of beautiful artwork and a serene soundtrack contributes to a calming atmosphere that players appreciate.

    • “From the moment I started playing, I was captivated by its stunning visuals and serene soundtrack.”
    • “The art style is simply mesmerizing, making each level feel like a painting come to life.”
    • “The graphics are lovely and the music is hauntingly beautiful.”
    • “The graphics are really simplistic, unique, and beautiful.”
    • “As far as graphics are concerned, the game looks like it was made of paper cut-outs.”
    • “It would have been okay to play with simpler graphics and no soothing/annoying ambient music.”
  • music
    90 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the overall relaxing experience of gameplay. While some players noted the soundtrack can become repetitive, many found it soothing and well-suited to the game's aesthetic, contributing to a meditative atmosphere. The integration of music as a gameplay mechanic, allowing players to unlock songs with various effects, adds an engaging layer to the puzzle-solving experience.

    • “From the moment I started playing, I was captivated by its stunning visuals and serene soundtrack.”
    • “The garden puzzle is mentally stimulating without being stressful; the music and art are delightful, and the story is lovely.”
    • “With a carefully chosen color palette, angular yet flowing simplistic animation, and gentle but complex music, everything visually and audibly meshes together to create a unique and pleasant environment.”
    • “The simple visuals are okay, but don't really impress, and the soundtrack is calm, but about as repetitive as the game itself.”
    • “Instead, the only music while playing the puzzle that you'll be doing over and over again is a loop of quiet ambiance music that actually skips each time it restarts.”
    • “The downside is that there are a total of 8 songs that you can unlock, and only three inventory spaces!”
  • atmosphere
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of Evergarden is widely praised for its calming and visually stunning design, complemented by a beautiful soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the game's relaxing vibe, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a cozy, low-stress puzzle game. However, some elements, like disruptive gameplay mechanics, can occasionally detract from the soothing ambiance.

    • “It's a beautiful, atmospheric game (probably should be in everyone's 'cozy game' list) with a gorgeous soundtrack.”
    • “The atmosphere of Evergarden is one of its highlights.”
    • “I thoroughly enjoy the gentle, atmospheric soundtrack and sound effects, the steady progression throughout the bittersweet story, and the natural difficulty curve that presents itself as you become better at the game.”
    • “The other downside is that one of the aforementioned disruptions is very frustrating and breaks the 'soothing/calming' atmosphere: [spoiler]a rabbit that eats all the flowers it comes across in a row...[/spoiler]”
    • “But then you realize that the concept is so simple, a tutorial would have unnecessarily taken away from the atmosphere of the game.”
    • “Feels a lot like Morphblade in its simplicity-leading-to-complexity, but with a whole bunch of visual bells and whistles and the aforementioned atmosphere on top.”
  • grinding
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game is frequently described as tedious and repetitive, requiring significant time investment to achieve progress, often leading to frustration. While some players appreciate the cute design and mellow atmosphere, many find the need for extensive grinding to unlock achievements and resources detracts from the overall enjoyment, making it feel restrictive and unenjoyable over time.

    • “It can be a little grindy at times, but the rewards make it worth it.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding, but the sense of achievement is incredible.”
    • “But the game gets grindy and repetitive as you play over and over to get obelisks you need to continue progressing.”
    • “After that, it's just grinding over and over for some nebulous 'reveal secrets' goal.”
    • “While it offers a very mellow atmosphere and great soundtrack, I cannot recommend this game at its full price and its grinding aspect doesn't drive me to finish the game.”
  • emotional
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a slow-paced, emotional narrative that, while predictable and simplistic, resonates with players, particularly towards the touching ending. Many reviewers appreciate the blend of relaxing gameplay and a heartfelt story, despite noting that the narrative is not central to the experience. Overall, the emotional impact is present but varies among players, with some finding it deeply moving while others feel it lacks depth.

    • “This game has no right to be so good, and I'm actually surprised to find myself so emotional towards the ending.”
    • “A simple and relaxing puzzle game with a touching story behind it.”
    • “I just finished the game (14 hours), the ending was very touching.”
  • replayability
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is considered strong due to its engaging core mechanics and daily challenges, offering significant replay value for players who enjoy the experience. However, some users note that after a certain point, the replayability may diminish, especially if the story is completed within a limited timeframe. While the game can be completed in about 6 to 10 hours, its variability and chill atmosphere contribute to a more enjoyable replay experience.

    • “Each time you play through, you progress further in the world, which makes the replayability really good.”
    • “Very chill, and infinitely replayable, although the story portion only takes around 10 hours.”
    • “Tl;dr - an alright puzzle game; I'd suggest waiting for a sale to get it though as the replayability of it is lacking after a certain point.”
    • “At the time of this review, Steam is listing the game for $10, which seems a bit steep for overall replay value.”
    • “The core mechanic has a lot of variability, meaning there's lots of replay value, and the overall vibe is just very chill.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it both funny and engaging, enhancing the overall puzzle-solving experience. Many users appreciate the lightheartedness and comedic elements, making it an enjoyable choice for those looking for a fun challenge.

    • “A very good and very funny puzzle game; it gets your mind working and doesn't take too long. I recommend it!”
    • “Not bad, funny little puzzle game.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model offers a free version with non-intrusive ads and limited song options, while the paid version removes ads and provides access to additional songs. Overall, the ads are not considered a major annoyance by users.

    • “The only difference between this version and the paid one is that the paid version is ad-free (the ads are non-intrusive though and not that big of an annoyance) and that you can only use one or two songs per game in the free version.”
    • “The monetization model feels exploitative, as it pushes players to spend money for basic features that should be available for free.”
    • “It's frustrating that essential game mechanics are locked behind a paywall, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is generally relaxing and enjoyable, but users report occasional bugs that can disrupt gameplay, such as freezing issues with the watch that may hinder progress during critical moments.

    • “Sometimes the watch freezes and you cannot click on it, which could be a major dealbreaker if you're on a roll. It happened 3 times for me during my playthrough.”
    • “Very relaxing puzzle game, though sometimes a little buggy.”
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Evergarden is a casual racing game with fantasy theme.

Evergarden is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, iPad and others.

On average players spend around 11 hours playing Evergarden.

Evergarden was released on August 16, 2018.

Evergarden was developed by Flippfly LLC.

Evergarden has received positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its grinding.

Evergarden is a single player game.

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