Flower Shop: Winter In Fairbrook
- July 31, 2014
- Winter Wolves
- 12h median play time
Get on Steam"Flower Shop: Winter In Fairbrook" is a dating and farming simulation game where you play as Natalie, who is working at a flower shop in Fairbrook during her winter break from college. Meet old and new characters, plan your weekly schedule, and balance work, relationships, and rest to stay healthy. The game is the sequel to "Summer In Fairbrook" and offers multiple endings based on your choices.
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Reviews
- The game features cute graphics and charming characters, making it visually appealing.
- The story includes moments of character growth, particularly for the main character, which adds depth to the gameplay.
- The gardening mini-game is entertaining and provides a unique aspect to the overall experience.
- The main character is often perceived as rude, lazy, and unlikable, which detracts from the enjoyment of the game.
- The game is relatively short and lacks depth, leading to a feeling of repetitiveness and limited engagement.
- Achievements are bugged and difficult to unlock, and the overall price does not seem justified for the content provided.
- story25 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The story is generally perceived as simple and lacking depth, with some reviewers noting cringe-worthy moments and a fanfiction-like quality. While the character development and interconnected routes are appreciated, many feel the narrative is too short and could benefit from more complexity and length. Overall, the characters are seen as refreshing, but the execution leaves room for improvement.
“The story is amazing and the artwork is good.”
“The story is fun and there is quite the change in the main character from beginning to the ending, which is only a few months long in the game.”
“While the story itself is rather simple, the characters are refreshing and not obviously cliché with their individual storylines.”
“The story had some really cringe moments - I kept thinking that I would probably enjoy this game a lot more if I was 12 or something.”
“But this just reminds me of a fanfiction story written by a 14-year-old who thinks being quirky is cute.”
“The art is decent but not exciting, the writing is fine but the story lacks depth.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their cute and beautifully illustrated style, contributing to a charming atmosphere. While some users find the artwork to be well done, opinions vary on its overall quality, with a few noting a more juvenile appearance that detracts from the experience. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, enhancing the game's appeal.
“I like the atmosphere and visuals - it's all very beautifully illustrated.”
“The story is amazing and the artwork is good.”
“The artwork, as usual, was beautiful and well done.”
“The artwork is good, not great.”
“The artwork is relatively cute.”
- music9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while many players appreciate its softness and overall quality, some find it repetitive and less enjoyable compared to the original menu theme. Overall, it complements the cute art style and enhances the gameplay experience, though nostalgia for previous tracks lingers for some players.
“The original menu music was my favourite.”
“I absolutely love the music!”
“The music is very soft and cool, the system of planting too, and in this game, different from the first, you really have a reason in order to plant and save money, if you do this you get a better ending.”
“The music is repetitive, and though not inherently bad, certainly grates on you after a time.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and often unfulfilling, with repetitive tasks that yield little reward, particularly in the farming and mini-game systems. While some appreciate the sense of achievement from different endings, many feel that the overall experience lacks depth and purpose, especially for older audiences. Overall, the game may appeal to fans of the genre, but there are better alternatives available.
“Felt like this game was made for little kids and not young adults; also, the mini-games didn't get you anywhere. The money made didn't provide anything either, so it felt like I was grinding for nothing and couldn't really get anywhere in the game.”
“The achievements seemed just as tedious as the other game as well, so I would suggest going for the happier endings.”
“I've always wanted to buy this game since I was a huge fan of its predecessor when I was younger, even though the farming system was quite bad.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Gameplay is characterized by a repetitive loop and mechanics that can detract from the overall experience, with some players finding the dialogue options frustrating due to character inconsistencies. While the story and moments can be charming, the writing quality has been criticized, making it difficult for some to engage fully with the gameplay. Additionally, the complexity of different routes varies, impacting the overall enjoyment and depth of the gameplay experience.
“While there are oddities in the actual gameplay, some kind of money thing or whatever, it didn't distract from the story and the adorable moments found within.”
“If we're speaking about cons, then I can tell that gameplay can be a little repetitive and characters more or less stereotypical sometimes; some routes are more complex and interesting than others (though I guess it depends on your point of view).”
“Things like this can really add an hour or so of gameplay.”
“Same repetitive gameplay loop and mechanics.”
“Well, the writing was so bad and so boring, it was hard for me to get to the gameplay.”
“If we are speaking about cons, then I can tell that gameplay can be a little repetitive and characters are more or less stereotypical sometimes; some routes are more complex and interesting than others (though I guess it depends on your point of view).”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its beautiful illustrations and heartwarming scenes, particularly the charming final moments like the snow fight and romantic interactions. Players appreciate the lighthearted tone and nostalgic feel reminiscent of school and college days, enhanced by cute and funny moments throughout.
“I like the atmosphere and visuals - it's all very beautifully illustrated.”
“The game has cute scenes, especially the final ones (the snow fight and last romance scenes are wonderful, you should see it for yourself), nice art, funny moments, and a light heartwarming atmosphere that reminds me of school and college days.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its heartfelt, slice-of-life approach that emphasizes intellectual and emotional depth, though some reviewers feel it could benefit from stronger emotional moments. Overall, it conveys a sense of love and care in its storytelling.
“It's very slice of life with a focus on the intellectual and emotional sensibilities, rather than anything sensual or indecent.”
“You will get a heartfelt game with lots of love put into it, but it definitely could have had stronger points.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its humor, featuring cute and heartwarming moments that evoke nostalgia for school and college days. Players particularly enjoy the funny scenes and charming art, with standout moments like the snow fight and romantic finale adding to its appeal. Overall, the lighthearted atmosphere contributes to a delightful gaming experience.
“A nice, simple, funny, and cute heartwarming game; I definitely enjoy it.”
“The game has cute scenes, especially the final ones (the snow fight and last romance scenes are wonderful, you should see it yourself), nice art, funny moments, and a light heartwarming atmosphere that reminds me of school and college days.”
