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!

99%Game Brain Score

gameplay, music

story, atmosphere

99% User Score Based on 268 reviews

Critic Score 88%Based on 6 reviews

Platforms

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About

"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.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

99%

Audience ScoreBased on 268 reviews

gameplay24 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Freshly Frosted offers a charming and relaxing atmosphere with cute visuals and a soothing soundtrack, making it a delightful experience for players.
The game features a well-designed difficulty curve, gradually introducing new mechanics and providing a satisfying challenge without becoming overly frustrating.
The hint system, while limited, can be helpful, and the overall gameplay is engaging, allowing players to enjoy the process of solving puzzles in a cozy environment.

The hint system can be inconsistent, sometimes providing vague guidance that may not be sufficient to help players progress through tougher puzzles.
Some players may find the early levels too easy, leading to a slow start before the game ramps up in difficulty, which could be off-putting for those seeking immediate challenges.
A few puzzles can feel overly complex or rely on trial and error, which may detract from the overall enjoyment for some players.

gameplay
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
64%
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The gameplay is engaging and well-structured, gradually introducing new mechanics that increase in complexity, keeping players challenged and entertained throughout. While the initial puzzles are straightforward, they evolve into more intricate challenges, ensuring a satisfying experience for puzzle enthusiasts. The game's charming aesthetics and soothing soundtrack enhance the overall enjoyment, although some players noted occasional repetitiveness and difficulty spikes in later levels.
- “The gameplay is engaging; I found the challenge satisfying and fun.”
- “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.”
- “The puzzles are well-designed, well-ordered, and its mechanics are easy to understand.”
- “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 mechanics.”
- “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
75 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
36%
4%
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and catchy qualities, enhancing the overall cozy atmosphere while solving puzzles. Players appreciate the soothing soundtrack and gentle narration, which complement the gameplay and create a satisfying experience. However, some users noted that sound effects can occasionally overpower the music, and while the tracks are enjoyable, they can feel somewhat similar across different puzzle sets.
- “The music is so nice and calm that I find myself listening to it instead of my own music.”
- “Incredibly satisfying puzzle game that is perfect for chilling thanks to the soft ambiance and very fun soundtrack.”
- “Everything from the soft pastel colors, the chill music, and the gentle, whimsical voice of the narrator, this puzzle game will have you feeling as sweet as the donuts you will be making.”
- “The sound effects from placing conveyors are rather loud, so they easily drown out the background music.”
- “Even though the songs vary for each puzzle set, since all the songs make use of those kinds of notes, they come across as really similar to me.”
- “To get the most out of the music, I'd lower the volume for the sound effects and possibly mute the dialogue.”
graphics
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are consistently praised for their vibrant, cute designs that create a charming and cozy atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the soothing visuals and relaxing audio, which complement the challenging puzzles and contribute to a zen-like gameplay experience. While some note minor graphical issues, the overall aesthetic is described as beautiful and enjoyable, making it a delightful title to engage with.
- “The vibrant graphics and cute designs created a charming atmosphere from the start.”
- “The aesthetics of nice food with factory belts/machines are really appealing to me personally, while the color schemes and donut designs really make the game pleasing to look at.”
- “Freshly Frosted is a wonderful, relaxing puzzle game that combines your critical thinking skills with the pleasure of an adorable aesthetic.”
- “However, there is a graphical issue with the starting video, which is my only major concern.”
- “The visuals and sound are really calming and create a really chill and nice vibe.”
- “The aesthetic is soft and calm.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
64%
21%
The story in "Freshly Frosted" is minimal and primarily conveyed through a soothing voiceover, featuring a woman dreaming of an endless donut shop. While some players appreciate the light narrative and charming aesthetic, others note the lack of a traditional storyline, emphasizing that the game focuses more on enjoyment and puzzle-solving than on plot complexity. Overall, the narrative serves as a gentle backdrop rather than a driving force in the gameplay.
- “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.”
- “There is no definite storyline within and the only instructions you will be given is by the narrator with a penchant for donuts.”
- “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.”
- “This game is cute and positive and displays a quiet story.”
atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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33%
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its relaxing and cozy qualities, enhanced by charming graphics, soothing music, and engaging voice acting. Players appreciate the vibrant visuals and cute designs that create a comforting environment, making it an ideal experience for unwinding. Overall, the combination of these elements fosters a delightful and immersive atmosphere that complements the puzzle gameplay.
- “The music was nice to listen to and gave the game a very relaxing atmosphere.”
- “Gorgeous visuals, cool concept, atmospheric music, it just makes you want to grab a cup of coffee and relax.”
- “However, it still adds to the calm and relaxing atmosphere that this game just gets so right.”
- “Cute little puzzler that has a very relaxing and comforting atmosphere and voice acting.”
- “The narrator steals the show, enhancing the whole atmosphere of the title.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The "Wholesome Donut Game" is praised for its emotional appeal, characterized by a calming and heartwarming atmosphere. Players appreciate its enjoyable and relaxing gameplay, along with charming design elements and engaging voiceovers that enhance the overall experience.
- “A beautifully designed wholesome puzzle game.”
- “A wonderfully wholesome puzzle game.”
- “Cute little puzzle, heartwarming theme, I like the voiceover personally.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its lightheartedness and clever surprises, such as a jump scare in the credits that turns into a comedic moment. Players also find joy in the whimsical elements, like the abundance of donuts, which adds to the overall fun and engaging atmosphere.
- “It's a chill and funny game, and the puzzles are not too difficult.”
- “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.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is primarily focused on puzzle-solving rather than optimization, offering a cute aesthetic that appeals to players seeking a similar experience to Automachef. However, it lacks the depth of optimization found in other titles, making it less suitable for those specifically looking for that aspect.
- “It looked cute and would scratch that optimization/puzzle itch that I haven't had since Automachef.”
- “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 AutomateChef.”
- “Unlike the other game just mentioned, this is purely puzzle focused and not so much optimization based.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The game demonstrates excellent stability, with users reporting no glitches or bugs, particularly highlighting its smooth performance on the Steam Deck. Overall, it is well-constructed and promises a great gaming experience.
- “Very well put together, no glitches or bugs to report early on. I know this is going to be a great time.”
- “Runs great on Steam Deck.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively time-consuming, often requiring significant effort to progress, particularly in the larger maps, which can feel tedious and less enjoyable compared to earlier sections.
- “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.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Replayability is largely influenced by the player's memory, suggesting that those with better recall may find more enjoyment and variation in repeated playthroughs.
- “The replayability of this game is incredible; every playthrough feels fresh and engaging.”
- “I love how each decision I make leads to different outcomes, making me want to replay it multiple times.”
- “The variety of characters and storylines ensures that no two playthroughs are ever the same.”