Garden Buddies

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Garden Buddies is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by JamPics and was released on October 20, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Garden Buddies" is a charming, local multiplayer game where players compete in different mini-games set in a vibrant garden. The goal is to collect the most points by growing plants, catching bugs, and avoiding various garden hazards. With its simple controls and family-friendly theme, it's a fun and engaging party game for all ages.

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71%

Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews

story6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features adorable characters and a wholesome story that promotes mental wellness and positivity.
It offers a relaxing gameplay experience with simple mini-games and a creative mode for garden building.
Players appreciate the game's charming art style and the emotional connection it fosters through its messages of kindness and self-love.

The game is incredibly short, with many players feeling it lacks substantial content for its price point.
Frequent crashes and long loading times disrupt gameplay, leading to frustration among users.
The dialogue is often criticized for being awkward and poorly written, detracting from the overall experience.

story
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
77%
8%
The game's story is described as short yet wholesome, focusing on themes of friendship and mental well-being, which resonates positively with players. While the narrative progresses quickly through mini-games and events, some players feel that the chapters could benefit from more depth or content. Overall, the experience is uplifting and encourages revisiting its messages, making it a charming and enjoyable game despite its brevity.
- “This was such a lovely experience with such a sweet and loving story about friendship and maintaining mental health; the end made me tear up!”
- “I enjoyed the story and the message it gives.”
- “Cute game with a wholesome story that makes you feel valued for playing.”
- “I played story mode and felt there could've been more content added.”
- “Not necessarily more story, but each chapter (day) ended very quickly.”
- “The campaign moves at a fairly fast pace with a lot of mini-games, but it seems that the story mode doesn't really give you time to make your garden; it's one event after another after another.”
emotional
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely praised for its emotional depth, characterized by a heartwarming and wholesome story that resonates with players, often evoking feelings of joy and nostalgia. Many reviews highlight its themes of self-love and care, creating a cozy atmosphere that leaves players feeling valued and emotionally fulfilled. Overall, it is described as a short yet impactful experience that can bring tears of joy and a sense of relaxation.
- “Super cute, made me cry.”
- “There's a lot of messages of self-love and care within this game, which gives it a whole heartwarming experience.”
- “If you’re looking for a wholesome, feel-good experience that feels like a warm cup of tea in game form, this is it!”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
58%
25%
The gameplay is criticized for being incredibly short, often around an hour, with simplistic mechanics and dialogue that may appeal more to children. Players report frequent crashes during loading screens, requiring restarts to continue, which detracts from the overall experience. However, the game features cute characters and a fun building mechanic, particularly in creating and tending to a personal garden, which adds some charm despite the lack of substantial content.
- “Cute characters and fun building mechanic.”
- “On the other hand, creating and tending to your own little personal garden might be one of the mechanics you will be interacting most with, and luckily there's plenty of props to choose from here to make a cosy little space.”
- “Incredibly short game with vapid dialog and hollow gameplay (made for children) that crashes between loading screens and needs to be force-quit and restarted to progress.”
- “I'm an adult enjoyer of cosy games and this just doesn't have enough substantial gameplay to keep me engaged.”
- “Story mode is fairly short in terms of gameplay but introduces you to all the characters and minigames.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is described as soothing, complementing various minigames, including a guitar hero-style section. Additionally, the soundtrack features humorous elements that enhance the overall experience.
- “The music was very soothing, and there are some funny comedic bits thrown in as well.”
- “Each of the titular garden buddies has a different minigame, such as a guitar hero-esque music section.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics of the game are praised for their cute art style, enhancing the overall experience of creating and customizing gardens. Players appreciate the visual appeal and the engaging design elements that contribute to their enjoyment.
- “Has a great art style and I really enjoyed putting my own garden together!”
- “From the cute graphics to the words said, I just want to thank you Jampics and RedDeer Games for allowing me to play this game.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is consistently described as cozy, creating a warm and inviting environment that enhances the overall experience for players.
- “The game creates an overall cozy atmosphere that makes you feel right at home.”
- “The overall cozy atmosphere immerses you in a warm and inviting experience.”
- “I love the overall cozy atmosphere; it really enhances the gameplay.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users report that the game experiences a few annoying glitches, which detract from the overall stability. However, the primary frustration seems to stem from the dialogue rather than technical issues.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is not suited for players seeking a hardcore or extensive farming experience, as it offers a more casual approach to progression.
- “However, this is not for someone looking for a hardcore experience or a 100+ hour farming game.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a soothing musical score complemented by humorous comedic moments, adding a lighthearted touch to the overall experience.
- “The music was very soothing, and there are some funny comedic bits thrown in as well.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Reviewers feel that while the game has potential, it currently lacks sufficient content to enhance its replayability. Suggestions for improvements indicate a desire for additional features or elements to encourage players to return.
- “I think this game deserves more attention, but I also believe there is a lot that can be added to enhance its replayability.”