Garden Trills

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Garden Trills is a single player action game. It was developed by Yukim and was released on December 12, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Garden Trills is a cozy puzzle-platforming game following the adventures of a little sparrow through a world of dreamy gardens. Freely reshape the scenery through gardening to reach new destinations! Enjoy up to 10 hours of relaxing exploration, bird quests and flower acrobatics in the whimsical town of Vernubiel. Immerse yourself as a little bird exploring a vast world of floating gardens, f…

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Audience ScoreBased on 77 reviews

story10 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features charming visuals and animations, creating a delightful atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
Character customization and the variety of flower mechanics add depth and creativity to the gameplay, making it enjoyable to explore and solve puzzles.
The game provides a relaxing and cozy experience, perfect for unwinding, with engaging tasks that encourage exploration and interaction with the environment.

The music becomes repetitive over time, detracting from the overall immersion and enjoyment of the game.
Some gameplay mechanics feel underdeveloped, with missed opportunities for deeper interactivity and engagement with the characters and environment.
The game lacks significant replay value and can become tedious due to the slow planting process and limited variety in quests.

story
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story revolves around a charming little bird helping restore neighborhoods, offering a light and sweet narrative that complements its engaging gameplay. While the main plot is relatively simple and short, lasting around 3 to 4 hours, players appreciate the warmth and creativity of side quests that enrich the experience. However, some reviewers feel the story lacks depth and could benefit from more dynamic storytelling elements to enhance the overall narrative engagement.
- “This was such a sweet story about a little bird restoring neighborhoods in their time of need, and I thought the characters were mostly charming overall.”
- “A delightful free-forming platform game with beautiful graphics and a charming story.”
- “I'm surprised by how such a simple story of a young bird who just moved with her parents makes so much sense in the objectives.”
- “Story: not important/10”
- “There is no plot beyond what your parents told you to do and NPC sidequests, but I still didn't expect to talk to my mom and suddenly get hit with credits.”
- “The narrative never expands beyond its initial setup, leaving the story feeling static over the course of the game.”
gameplay
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
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The gameplay is characterized by charming mechanics that involve platforming and puzzle-solving with various flower types, each offering unique abilities. Players enjoy a smooth experience filled with engaging quests, vibrant art, and a cozy atmosphere, making it a relaxing choice for those seeking low-stakes fun. While some minor design issues exist, the overall blend of exploration, creativity, and delightful presentation has garnered positive feedback.
- “The gameplay is smooth, the plot is well-paced and enjoyable, and the puzzle mechanics are just difficult enough to remain engaging and not frustrating.”
- “The use of various flower types for different platforming mechanics is inventive and fun, and it's satisfying to gradually create a lush world that also gives you customizable traversal options for getting around the levels and achieving your goals.”
- “It’s satisfying to see the world transform with vibrant blooms and playful details as you advance, blending gameplay, exploration, and worldbuilding in whimsical harmony.”
- “While some thorny issues, such as lackluster writing and a few UI hiccups, hold it back, the game’s art direction, sound design, and creative gameplay shine with undeniable passion.”
- “Gameplay consists of a long series of objectives that can be routed and optimized.”
- “The balance between free exploration and gameplay constraints works well, ensuring players remain immersed without feeling aimless.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and adorable art style, featuring vibrant visuals and smooth animations that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the attention to detail in character customization and the aesthetic appeal of floral arrangements, contributing to a cozy and delightful atmosphere. While not AAA quality, the cohesive design and warm, painterly aesthetic create a visually stunning environment that captivates players.
- “An incredibly cute game with wonderful visuals.”
- “Not only are the visuals stunning but the controls and gameplay are smooth and satisfying.”
- “It's obviously not AAA, but the art style, the cohesiveness, and the general vibes are just so good.”
- “The game’s warm, painterly aesthetic is awash in a soft palette, with its many flowers bursting vividly against a backdrop of perpetual sunshine and blue skies.”
- “Visuals and sound”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its soothing and charming qualities, enhancing the calming gameplay experience. However, several users expressed a desire for more variety in the music, as the repetitive loops can become monotonous over time. Overall, the gentle soundtrack complements the game's art style and ambiance, creating a pleasant atmosphere for players.
- “The music and the scenery create a very charming and cozy experience; I would absolutely recommend this to anyone who is looking for calming and relaxing gameplay after a long day of work.”
- “The gentle soundtrack wraps everything in a soothing ambiance, making it a joy to pause and simply take in the world around you.”
- “The music, sound design, and art direction beautifully reinforce the peaceful, feel-good tone of Garden Trills.”
- “The exact same music loop for all these hours was quite boring though.”
- “I also kinda wish that the game had a bit more variety in the music.”
- “Loved the art style but wished there was a bit more variety in the music.”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its charming and heartwarming atmosphere, creating a soothing experience for players. Reviewers highlight its wholesome and uplifting nature, emphasizing themes of kindness and community through cooperative gameplay and magical elements. Overall, it is described as a delightful and cozy adventure that leaves a lasting positive impression.
- “It's a charming and peaceful cozy game with a soothing and heartwarming atmosphere.”
- “The game feels very heartfelt, and I thoroughly enjoyed my time with it.”
- “A wonderfully wholesome adventure where you use different magical flowers to solve platforming challenges and unlock tons of cosmetics by showing kindness to your bird neighbors.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious over time, as it forms the main gameplay loop. However, some appreciate the absence of grindy achievements, making the experience feel more enjoyable and accessible without the need for extensive guides.
- “As this was the main game loop, it became tedious after a while.”
- “Grinding achievements: no”
- “A fun and lighthearted adventure with a lot to do and without the need of a guide or missable/grindy achievements.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the optimization aspect of the gameplay, noting that it allows for a strategic approach to completing a series of objectives efficiently.
- “Gameplay consists of a long series of objectives that can be routed and optimized.”
- “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frustrating performance drops during critical moments.”
- “Despite the potential for strategic routing, the lack of proper optimization makes it difficult to enjoy the gameplay fully.”
- “I found myself constantly battling against lag and stuttering, which ruined the experience and highlighted the poor optimization.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has been noted to have some glitches, which is not surprising given that this is its initial release. Overall, users seem to accept these issues as part of the launch experience.
- “There are some glitches, but it's expected since this is the first release.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I encountered several bugs that disrupted my gameplay experience.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers feel that the game's humor could be enhanced by incorporating more lighthearted interactions, such as amusing conflicts between characters or evolving storylines, to create a more vibrant and engaging experience.
- “Even something as simple as a humorous disagreement between two neighboring birdhouses or small storylines that build as you progress would have added much-needed vibrancy.”
- “The witty dialogue and clever puns kept me laughing throughout the game, making every interaction a joy.”
- “I love how the game uses absurd situations and quirky characters to create a lighthearted atmosphere that never fails to entertain.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized as charming and peaceful, creating a soothing and heartwarming experience that invites players into a cozy environment.
- “It’s a charming and peaceful cozy game with a soothing and heartwarming atmosphere.”
- “What truly sets Garden Trills apart is its cozy, inviting atmosphere.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is generally perceived as a cute and relaxing experience; however, it lacks significant replay value, suggesting that players may not find enough incentive to return after their initial playthrough.
- “Overall a cute and relaxing experience with no replay value.”