Forestation

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Forestation is a single player action game. It was developed by Gamenesis and was released on December 13, 2017. It received negative reviews from players.

"Forestation" is a meditative puzzle game where you grow green forests by drawing a continuous line through cells in each level across three biomes: forest, desert, and swamp. The game features an enormous number of levels and hidden objects, with a mysterious duck accompanying you throughout the game, potentially holding the key to the story's sinister secret.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

Single-Player

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40%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a relaxing soundtrack, creating a calming atmosphere for players.
It offers a simple and engaging puzzle mechanic that is suitable for casual gamers and children.
The game has a nice tree-planting theme and provides a sense of satisfaction when completing levels.

The game is plagued by bugs, including an auto-complete feature that makes it unplayable and frustrating.
Levels are overly simplistic and do not increase in difficulty, leading to a lack of challenge and engagement.
The controls are poorly implemented, making it difficult to navigate and complete puzzles accurately.

gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is characterized by straightforward mechanics centered around a single core action of clicking and dragging to fill tiles, which some players find tedious and lacking in variety. While the game offers a relaxing experience with enjoyable graphics and a soothing soundtrack, many reviewers criticize its limited content and suggest that similar games provide a more engaging experience. Overall, the gameplay is seen as simple and repetitive, making it less appealing compared to other titles in the genre.
- “The game mechanics are pretty straightforward.”
- “Forestation is a short but very enjoyable puzzle game with easy mechanics and a soothing soundtrack.”
- “The easy mechanics and the calming soundtrack, together with the lovely graphics, make this game a relaxing, zen-like experience.”
- “Annoying game mechanics, poor implementation, and barely 60 minutes of content make this an easy pass.”
- “I just find that this game is strangely similar to 'Roofbot' but pales in comparison because no additional mechanics are added to make the gameplay more interesting.”
- “Seeing as this is a simple puzzle game that follows the same mechanic throughout the entire game, there really isn't much else to be said.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its relaxing and soothing qualities that enhance the overall atmosphere. While some find it stereotypical or not particularly memorable, the sound effects are often praised for their satisfying impact. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's enjoyable and zen-like experience.
- “The music is relaxing and the sound effects make very satisfying plops when the trees are popping up.”
- “The easy mechanics and the calming soundtrack together with the lovely graphics makes this game a relaxing, zen-like experience.”
- “The imagery is calming and the music is soothing.”
- “It isn't particularly relaxing; it just has a stereotypical 'relaxation soundtrack.'”
- “If you took away the soundtrack, this game would just be a terrible puzzle game with no redeeming value.”
- “I also wasn't a big fan of the music, but the sound effects were okay.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are generally praised for their lush and sweet aesthetic, contributing to a relaxing atmosphere. However, some users note that while the artwork is appealing, it can be repetitive and lacks depth, particularly in the retro style. Overall, the visuals enhance the gameplay experience, though opinions vary on their originality and long-term appeal.
- “Forestation is a fun puzzle game with lush, sweet-looking graphics.”
- “+ sweet-looking artwork.”
- “The easy mechanics and the calming soundtrack, together with the lovely graphics, make this game a relaxing, zen-like experience.”
- “Graphics and layout: the graphics in general are tolerable if repetitive.”
- “I find it hard to believe anyone on the development team actually tested out the 'retro' graphics in-game.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of *forestation* is tied to the player's journey of exploration and achievement as they navigate the challenge of touching all tiles without repetition. The game evokes a sense of satisfaction and determination, particularly with the added mechanic of hovering over pits, which enhances the feeling of overcoming obstacles. Overall, players experience a blend of focus and emotional engagement as they strive to complete their task.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is positively highlighted, with users appreciating the music, graphics, and overall ambiance, contributing to an enjoyable experience.
- “I generally enjoyed the music, graphics, and overall atmosphere of the game.”