Fruit Salad
- November 18, 2023
- Children Of Madness
- 14h median play time
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Get on itch.io Store"Fruit Salad" is a relaxing free-to-play physics-based puzzle game where you merge adorable fruit by dropping them into a container. Progress from tiny cherries to giant watermelons, aiming for high scores in Classic, Survival, Arcade, or Daily Salad modes. Unleash special fruit abilities in Arcade mode and compete against friends on the Steam leaderboards. * Merge and drop fruit in a relaxing puzzle game * Progress through various fruit types and sizes * Choose from multiple game modes, including Classic, Survival, Arcade, and Daily Salad
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Reviews
- Highly addictive and fun gameplay with multiple modes that enhance replayability.
- Polished graphics and satisfying physics make for an enjoyable experience.
- Great alternative to Suika Game, offering unique features and a relaxing atmosphere.
- Some gameplay mechanics can feel counterintuitive, particularly with fruit weights and interactions.
- Lack of a save feature for mid-game progress can be frustrating for longer sessions.
- Repetitive music and minor bugs can detract from the overall experience.
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their catchy and pleasing aesthetic, with a unique art style that enhances the gameplay experience. The visuals, including dynamic object movements and effects, contribute positively to the overall enjoyment, while maintaining a clean and appealing look without unnecessary embellishments.
“Pleasing graphical style, dynamics of the objects, shifting and bouncing adds extra levels of consideration.”
“The visuals and effects complement what is already a really fun experience.”
“The artwork is amazing and super cute!”
“Respect for not changing the art style to hide the fact it's a clone.”
“Creation engine graphics.”
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- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Arcade features several engaging power-ups and new mechanics that enhance the experience, though some players find it can become repetitive over time. While the game offers fun modes and enjoyable audio-visual effects, the lightweight nature of the fruits can lead to mindless gameplay, particularly with combo chains that feel inconsistent. Overall, it provides a simple yet entertaining experience, suitable for quick sessions.
“Arcade introduces several power-ups which drastically alter the traditional gameplay.”
“Simple yet fun gameplay, great audio and effects.”
“Then when it comes to the pineapple and melon, suddenly this mechanic disappears; it's way too counterintuitive to change the game physics late in the game.”
“Gameplay does become somewhat stale after a while, but for a quick game now and then, it's pretty alright.”
“One gameplay variation that I'd love to see is a new score mode with a multiplier for longer combination chains.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as relaxing and well-suited to the overall aesthetic, with vibrant colors enhancing the experience. However, some users criticize it for being overly repetitive, with a 15-second loop that persists throughout the game, suggesting that it may not hold up for extended play. Despite this, the arcade mode offers a more enjoyable experience when paired with external music.
“The music in this game is relaxing, and I love the vibrant colors.”
“The music is perfect.”
“Art and music fit the vibe perfectly.”
“The music sounds like a 15-second repetitive loop and it's the same one for the entire game.”
“Not amazing, but the arcade mode is nice to play while listening to something other than the game background music.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews on replayability are mixed; while some users highlight the game's excellent and unlimited replayability, others feel it offers zero replay value. This suggests a divide in player experience, with some finding it engaging enough to revisit and others not seeing the appeal for multiple playthroughs.
“Excellent replayable, relaxing, or challenging puzzler!”
“Unlimited replayability”
“Zero replayability.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
“The lack of meaningful choices means that replaying feels like a chore rather than an adventure.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be highly engaging, as the simple act of matching fruits evokes a satisfying and pleasurable experience. The introduction of special fruits and bombs adds excitement, but the classic mode remains the most beloved for its straightforward and enjoyable gameplay. Overall, the game successfully creates a feel-good atmosphere that resonates with users.
“Touching fruit makes my brain feel good.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game lacks a narrative component, with users indicating that there is no story present.
“There is no story to speak of.”
“The narrative is completely absent.”
“The game lacks any meaningful storyline.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
“Grinding in this game is both rewarding and engaging, making the effort feel worthwhile.”
“The grind is challenging but offers a great sense of achievement with every milestone.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, leading users to describe it as a "big terrarium" for stability issues.
“The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs and glitches.”
“I constantly experience crashes that ruin my gameplay.”
“The frequent lag and instability make it nearly unplayable.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as light-hearted and relaxed, contributing to an overall enjoyable and laid-back experience.
“It's a kind of funny, chill game that keeps you entertained.”
“The humor in this game is spot on and adds a delightful twist to the gameplay.”
“I love how the game incorporates humor in unexpected ways, making every moment enjoyable.”
