Fruit Salad

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Fruit Salad is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Kri and was released on November 18, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Fruit Salad" is a physics-based puzzle game where you merge fruit by dropping them into a container. Match identical fruits to combine them into larger ones, from cherries to watermelons, and aim for high scores in Classic, Survival, Arcade, or Daily Salad modes. Special fruit properties in Arcade mode can enhance your score, while Daily Salad offers a daily challenge with set settings.

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Single-Player

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 185 reviews

music4 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Fruit Salad is a fun and addictive puzzle game that offers a variety of modes, including Classic, Survival, and Arcade, keeping the gameplay fresh and engaging.
The game's colorful art style and satisfying physics create a relaxing experience, making it perfect for casual play or as a stress reliever.
Players appreciate the game's accessibility and simplicity, allowing anyone to pick it up quickly while still providing depth for those looking to master its mechanics.

The game can feel repetitive over time, and its reliance on luck rather than skill can lead to frustrating moments where players feel they have little control over their success.
Some players have reported technical issues, particularly on the Steam Deck, including crashes and performance problems that detract from the overall experience.
The lack of broader progression systems or unlockable content can make the game feel shallow after extended play, limiting long-term engagement.

gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Fruit Salad is characterized by its engaging physics-based mechanics and a variety of modes that cater to different play styles, from casual to reflex-driven challenges. While the intuitive design and colorful presentation create a cozy experience, some players note that the lack of broader progression systems can lead to a sense of stagnation after extended play. Overall, the game offers a satisfying blend of simplicity and strategy, though it may benefit from additional gameplay variations to maintain long-term interest.
- “The premise draws inspiration from merging-style puzzle mechanics, but Fruit Salad distinguishes itself with a focus on physics and momentum.”
- “The variety of these modes ensures that the core gameplay loop remains engaging, providing different experiences depending on whether you want something leisurely or something that pushes your reflexes.”
- “Its colorful aesthetic, playful sound design, and intuitive mechanics come together to create a cozy, feel-good experience that rewards both careful strategy and spontaneous play.”
- “While there’s satisfaction in chasing high scores and building the perfect fruit pyramid, the lack of broader progression systems — such as unlockable themes, modifiers, or new mechanics — can make the experience plateau after a few hours.”
- “Then when it comes to the pineapple and melon, suddenly this mechanic disappears, which feels 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.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Fruit Salad" feature a bright, minimalistic art style that enhances its charm and accessibility, creating a laid-back and cozy atmosphere. The colorful visuals, combined with playful sound design and dynamic object movements, contribute to a fun and engaging experience that feels both rewarding and stress-relieving. Overall, the artwork is praised for its cuteness and vibrant colors, making it visually appealing.
- “Visually, Fruit Salad embraces a bright, minimalistic art style that enhances its accessibility and charm.”
- “The overall aesthetic encourages a laid-back mood, creating the kind of experience that feels as much like a stress reliever as a game.”
- “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.”
- “Catchy graphics.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as relaxing and well-suited to the overall vibe, enhancing the visual experience with cheerful tones and soft sound effects. However, some players find the music repetitive and lacking variety, suggesting that a broader selection of tracks would improve the experience. Overall, while the audio design complements the game's aesthetic, there are calls for more engaging and diverse musical elements.
- “The audio design complements this tone well, with cheerful music and soft, bouncy sound effects that amplify the tactile sensation of watching fruits collide.”
- “There is some skill required if you're looking to get any high scores, but all around it's just good vibes, pretty visuals, and chill music.”
- “The music in this game is relaxing and I love the vibrant colors.”
- “The accompanying music is either very low in volume or so boring, it's forgettable.”
- “Avoid the monotony of having very similar sounding background music or repeated tracks.”
- “The music sounds like a 15-second repetitive loop and it's the same one for the entire game.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is perceived as lacking boldness, with users feeling that it does not take risks or push boundaries in its narrative.
- “The story is incredibly immersive, drawing you in with its rich characters and intricate plot twists.”
- “I was captivated by the depth of the narrative; every choice felt meaningful and impactful.”
- “The world-building is exceptional, making the story feel alive and full of possibilities.”
- “Half the story has never been bold.”
- “The plot twists were predictable and lacked any real impact.”
- “Character development was shallow, making it hard to care about their journeys.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews on replayability are mixed; while some users highlight the game as an "excellent re-playable" experience with "unlimited replayability," others feel it offers "zero replayability," indicating a divide in player experiences.
- “Excellent replayable, relaxing, or challenging puzzler!”
- “Unlimited replayability”
- “Zero replayability.”
- “The game lacks any incentive to play again after completing it once.”
- “Once you've finished the story, there's nothing left to draw you back in.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that certain tasks, such as matching 1,000 of a specific fruit type, necessitate a degree of grinding, indicating that repetitive gameplay is involved to achieve certain objectives.
- “Some matches require grinding 1,000 of this or that fruit type.”
- “The amount of grinding needed to progress feels excessive and tedious.”
- “I find the grinding aspect to be a major drawback, as it takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by the cute designs of the fruits, particularly the peach, which features a funny face that elicits laughter from players.
- “The designs of all the fruits are cute, and the peach's face made me laugh.”
- “The witty dialogue and quirky characters kept me chuckling throughout the game.”
- “I love how the game uses puns and silly scenarios to create a lighthearted atmosphere.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 enjoyment. Overall, the game successfully creates a feel-good atmosphere that resonates with players.
- “Touching fruit makes my brain feel good.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game "Fruit Salad" is praised for its strong optimization, featuring smooth performance, minimal loading times, and a clean design that avoids unnecessary clutter.
- “In terms of performance and design, Fruit Salad runs smoothly and efficiently, with minimal loading times and no unnecessary clutter.”