Freshly Frosted

Freshly Frosted is a satisfying and charming puzzle game that has you putting frosting and decorations on doughnuts to deliver to hungry customers. With great music and visuals, and challenging puzzles this game really is a treat!

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"Freshly Frosted" is a delightful puzzle game where you play as a baker traveling through an enchanted world, creating delectable donuts to satisfy customer orders. Each level presents a unique challenge, requiring you to rotate and connect various conveyor belts and machines to produce the perfect pastry. Use your problem-solving skills to conjure up delicious donuts and become the ultimate baker.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 440 reviews

gameplay32 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Freshly Frosted offers a charming and relaxing puzzle experience with a gradual difficulty curve, making it accessible for both casual and more experienced players.
The game's aesthetics, including vibrant visuals and a soothing soundtrack, create a cozy atmosphere that enhances the overall enjoyment of solving puzzles.
With 144 puzzles that introduce new mechanics in each box, players can expect a satisfying challenge that keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging.

Some puzzles can feel overly simplistic or repetitive, especially in the early stages, which may lead to boredom for players seeking a more intense challenge.
A few mechanics, such as the teleporters, can be confusing and may require trial and error to understand, which could frustrate some players.
The hint system, while helpful, only provides limited guidance and may not always lead to a clear solution, potentially leaving players feeling stuck.

gameplay
126 mentions
25 % positive mentions
72 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a gradual introduction of new mechanics across 12 themed boxes, allowing players to build their skills before facing more complex puzzles. While the mechanics are generally well-designed and engaging, some players noted a difficulty spike and occasional repetitiveness in later levels. Overall, the game offers a cozy and satisfying puzzle experience, enhanced by a charming aesthetic and a catchy soundtrack.
- “The levels ensure that the player gets accustomed to the new mechanics introduced before presenting more complex and creative levels that utilize those mechanics.”
- “Each 'box' of donuts introduces a new mechanic or modifies an older mechanic in some way, then leads the player through different puzzles featuring that mechanic, with ramping difficulty within each box.”
- “Starting from simple A to B premises and quickly evolving to include multiple toppings, split paths, walls, and portals, 'Freshly Frosted' keeps its puzzles delightful and approachable while easing the player into each of its mechanics.”
- “Great vibe and the first few hours are fun, but it gets incredibly repetitive even with the frequent introduction of new mechanics, especially if you don't click with said mechanics particularly well.”
- “I expected a lot more from all the positive reviews, but the levels tend to repeat themselves quite a bit; I'm not going to go through another set of 12 just to get a crumb of new mechanic.”
- “For the most part, the game is pretty straightforward, but some of the later mechanics are unnecessarily obtuse in how they've been implemented: multiple teleporters dropping doughnuts if there's no free space instead of buffering them.”
music
121 mentions
62 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy, upbeat, and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall cozy atmosphere. Players appreciate the soothing narration and how the soundtrack syncs with gameplay, creating a satisfying experience as they solve puzzles. Overall, the combination of charming music and engaging sound effects contributes significantly to the game's appeal, making it a delightful choice for those seeking a light and enjoyable gaming experience.
- “If you enjoy setting up tricky conveyor belts in order to deliver 'freshly frosted' donuts with sprinkles and whipped cream with a cherry on top, all while chilling to the rhythm of an infectious musical beat, then this is the game you want.”
- “Incredibly satisfying puzzle game that is perfect for chilling thanks to the soft ambiance and very fun soundtrack.”
- “The music is very upbeat, and the topping machines hitting the donuts matches the beat of every track, which makes seeing them go by a lot more satisfying and addictive.”
- “The music is calming.”
- “Generally it's a cute factory puzzle game with relaxing music.”
- “The catchy music and chill narration help serve to prevent you from tearing your hair out as you cannot fathom the solution, only to be kicking yourself later as you finally realize it.”
graphics
78 mentions
45 % positive mentions
51 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Freshly Frosted" are widely praised for their charming and cozy aesthetic, featuring vibrant visuals that enhance the overall relaxing experience of the game. Players appreciate the cute designs and soothing color schemes, which complement the engaging puzzle mechanics and delightful narration. While some minor graphical issues were noted, the overall presentation is considered visually appealing and well-suited to the game's lighthearted theme.
- “Freshly Frosted is a wonderful, relaxing puzzle game that combines your critical thinking skills with the pleasure of an adorable aesthetic.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, and the narration is soothing.”
- “Gorgeous visuals, cool concept, atmospheric music; it just makes you want to grab a cup of coffee and relax.”
- “However, there is a graphical issue with the starting video, which is my only major concern.”
- “[Challenging puzzles, serene musical soundtrack, simplistic graphics].”
- “Recommended if (if and only if) the game appeals to you aesthetically and you want a relatively easy puzzle game.”
story
18 mentions
11 % positive mentions
72 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The story in "Freshly Frosted" is minimal, primarily conveyed through a soothing voiceover featuring a woman dreaming of an endless donut shop. While some players did not expect a narrative, the light storytelling adds charm and motivation to the gameplay, despite being more of an atmospheric element than a traditional story. Overall, the narrative is considered cute but not substantial.
- “I somewhat wish new mechanics were introduced a little more frequently, but there are some really great puzzles, incredible aesthetic, and a really cute story (if you can call it that, it's more just a voiceover) that ties everything together.”
- “The narration is really soothing to listen to and adds a ton of charm, plus keeps you motivated to progress and hear more of the story.”
- “While I wasn't expecting a story at all from Freshly Frosted, there's a light narrative element in the voiceover, a woman dreaming about an endless donut shop.”
- “☑ no story”
- “☐ no story”
atmosphere
8 mentions
50 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its gorgeous visuals, soothing music, and comforting voice acting, creating a relaxing environment that invites players to unwind. The engaging narration enhances the overall experience, while the puzzles provide a satisfying challenge that evolves throughout the game.
- “Gorgeous visuals, cool concept, atmospheric music; it just makes you want to grab a cup of coffee and relax.”
- “The narrator steals the show, enhancing the whole atmosphere of the title.”
- “Cute little puzzler that has a very relaxing and comforting atmosphere and voice acting.”
stability
6 mentions
67 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game demonstrates excellent stability, running smoothly on the Steam Deck with no reported glitches or bugs, indicating a well-constructed experience for players.
- “Runs great on Steam Deck.”
- “Very well put together, no glitches or bugs to report early on. I know this is going to be a great time.”
emotional
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is consistently praised for its emotional impact, characterized as a wholesome and heartwarming experience. Players appreciate the cute puzzles and soothing voiceovers, contributing to a relaxing atmosphere that evokes positive feelings.
- “Most wholesome relaxing game ever.”
- “A wonderfully wholesome puzzle game.”
- “Cute little puzzle, heartwarming theme; I like the voiceover personally.”
grinding
6 mentions
0 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
Players frequently express that grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring significant effort to progress. Many find the larger maps particularly tedious, leading to a decline in enjoyment during the latter parts of gameplay. Overall, the consensus suggests that the grinding aspect could benefit from a more streamlined approach.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “I usually liked the first 3/4 of each box more than the last 1/4, because the larger maps felt tedious to solve for me.”
optimization
4 mentions
25 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game is primarily focused on puzzle-solving rather than optimization, appealing to players looking for a cute and engaging experience reminiscent of titles like AutomateChef. While it satisfies the puzzle itch, it does not emphasize optimization as a core gameplay element.
- “Unlike the other game just mentioned, this is purely puzzle focused and not so much optimization based.”
- “Unlike the other game just mentioned, this is purely puzzle focused and not so much optimization-based.”
- “It looked cute and would scratch that optimization/puzzle itch that I haven't had to do since Automachef.”
humor
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by clever surprises, such as a jump scare in the credits that turns into a laugh, and the whimsical appeal of donuts that resonates with younger audiences, making them both entertaining and memorable. Overall, the game successfully blends clever programming with lighthearted, playful elements.
- “There is a clever programming trick in the credits that gave me a jump scare, and then made me laugh when I realized what they did.”
- “From a 3-year-old's perspective: the music is great to dance to, the sheer amount of donuts onscreen is hilarious, and now I want donuts.”