Evergarden
- August 15, 2018
- Flippfly LLC
- 11h median play time
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- Evergarden is a beautiful and relaxing puzzle game with charming graphics and a soothing soundtrack.
- The game offers a simple yet deep gameplay mechanic that encourages exploration and strategic thinking.
- It provides a calming experience, making it suitable for casual play and a great way to unwind.
- Progression can feel slow and repetitive, leading to a lack of engagement after a few hours of play.
- The game lacks a clear tutorial or explanation of mechanics, which can lead to confusion and frustration.
- Random elements, such as pests disrupting gameplay, can feel overly punishing and detract from the overall experience.
- gameplay31 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of simple yet engaging mechanics, primarily revolving around puzzle-solving and merging elements, which can lead to a rewarding experience despite some repetitiveness. While the core mechanics are accessible, they offer depth and variability that encourage replayability, though some players may find the overall progression and story integration lacking. The game is visually appealing and provides a chill atmosphere, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre, despite criticisms of its simplicity and interface.
“I was never really invested in the story, and early on I was worried the gameplay loop revolving around the same board would become too repetitive, but in the end, it kept me interested far longer than I thought it would.”
“It has a well-thought-out basic mechanic that is simple to play, but actually very deep - I'm in 8 hours and I've been surprised by hidden aspects of the gameplay mechanic that I discovered along the way several times.”
“The core mechanic has a lot of variability, meaning there's lots of replay value, and the overall vibe is just very chill.”
“The only new mechanics seem to be the records (special moves) you unlock and animals that annoy you.”
“It makes the gameplay somewhat monotonous without the feeling of any change or progression.”
“Rather, it shows that the base puzzle game itself is weak, and the fact that the store page only shows one screenshot, and less than 10 seconds of trailer time, of the mode where you’ll spend almost all of your gameplay, only emphasizes that point.”
- graphics18 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful low-poly art style and calming aesthetic, contributing to a relaxing gameplay experience. Many players appreciate the clever use of color and design, although some note that the harsh lighting and simplistic rendering may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the visuals, combined with a haunting soundtrack, create an engaging and tranquil atmosphere that enhances the puzzle-solving experience.
“Clever merging puzzle game with a fantastic soundtrack and cute origami art style.”
“The graphics are lovely and the music is hauntingly beautiful.”
“Absolutely beautiful how much Flippfly can do with these low-poly graphics.”
“The color palette and harsh lighting may be disagreeable for some as a matter of personal preference, and the low-poly design may be too far into the middle ground between cute simplicity and high-quality rendering, but these are aesthetic considerations and therefore not really subject to deterministic qualitative assessment.”
“The artwork is okay, but really any style would work.”
“Absolutely beautiful how much Flippfly can do with these low poly graphics.”
- story17 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally considered minimal and serves primarily as a backdrop to the gameplay, with some players finding it charming yet lacking depth. While the narrative is not the main focus, it is described as pleasant and well-integrated with the game's mechanics, providing just enough context to keep players engaged. Overall, the story is seen as a light and enjoyable element, but many players feel it does not significantly enhance the overall experience.
“The puzzle dynamic is interesting, and the story is charming and of the right length, I think.”
“The garden puzzle is mentally stimulating without being stressful, the music and art is delightful, and the story is lovely.”
“I enjoy games with some story, and the way this game's is told isn't overbearing but is enough to keep me interested.”
“In terms of the story mode, let's say it's present but has minimal influence on gameplay.”
“There is the faintest aroma of what might have been a story, but it's like ten sentences long and is more of a backdrop to the gameplay.”
“95% of the game is spent playing the same puzzle game over and over to earn mosaic pieces to progress the story, and that puzzle gets real old, real fast, for two primary reasons.”
- music12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and hauntingly beautiful qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a carefully crafted soundtrack that complements the visuals. Players appreciate the variety of tracks that evolve as they progress through the game, creating a calming and immersive atmosphere that pairs well with the puzzle mechanics. Overall, the combination of delightful music and charming art style contributes to a unique and enjoyable gaming environment.
“Very nice and relaxing puzzle game with good graphics and music.”
“Clever merging puzzle game with a fantastic soundtrack and cute origami art style.”
“With a carefully chosen color palette, angular and yet still flowing simplistic animation, and gentle but complex music, everything visually and audibly meshes together to create a unique and pleasant environment.”
“The graphics, sound effects, and soundtrack are satisfactory.”
“Outside of the puzzling, I find the aesthetics and music very calming and mesmerizing.”
“It has a relaxing ambient pan flute music track that makes for a very relaxing and enjoyable experience.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its calming and visually appealing qualities, creating an engaging sense of mystery that enhances the puzzle-solving experience. Reviewers appreciate the balance between simplicity and complexity, noting that the atmosphere contributes significantly to the overall enjoyment, making it a relaxing and alluring environment to spend time in.
“The visuals are nice, it's a calm atmosphere, and it was a good way to spend a little time each day to relax.”
“It's pretty and has an engaging sense of mystery and atmosphere, which is just alluring enough without obscuring the puzzles.”
“It provides a very lovely atmosphere for an elegant spatial puzzle that I absolutely love.”
“The atmosphere feels overly simplistic and lacks depth, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
“While the visuals are impressive, the overall atmosphere feels hollow and fails to evoke any real emotion.”
“The game tries to create a rich atmosphere, but it ends up feeling forced and unconvincing.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers decent replayability, primarily due to its engaging core mechanics and variability, which can keep players coming back for more. While unlocking everything can be achieved in about six hours, those who appreciate the gameplay will find ample reasons to revisit it for a relaxed experience.
“Unlocking everything can be done in 6 hours, but there's good replay value if you enjoy the core mechanic.”
“The core mechanic has a lot of variability, meaning there's lots of replay value, and the overall vibe is just very chill.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing and enjoyable, particularly in the context of its puzzle elements.
“Not bad, funny little puzzle game.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is generally relaxing and enjoyable, but players have reported occasional bugs that affect stability.
“Very relaxing puzzle game, though sometimes a little buggy.”
