Grow: Song of the Evertree

Overall, a fantastic game that yields a relaxing gaming experience for all. The adventure is fun and awe-inducing. The graphics and music are coupled well together and marry each other to make for an amazing fantasy feel.

84%Game Brain Score

story, gameplay

grinding, stability

85% User Score Based on 1,372 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 18 reviews

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"Grow: Song of the Evertree" is a world-crafting sandbox game where you cultivate and nurture your own worlds. As the last Everheart Alchemist, your mission is to bring the mystical Evertree back to life, using your understanding of the sun's song, rain's language, and the natural world. Explore a vibrant, unique universe filled with diverse flora, fauna, puzzles, and caves at your own pace, while embracing life management and adventure elements.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,372 reviews

story158 positive mentions

grinding244 negative mentions

The game is visually stunning with beautiful graphics and a charming art style.
It offers a relaxing gameplay experience with no time constraints or combat, making it suitable for all ages.
The world-building and customization options for towns and characters are enjoyable and engaging.

The gameplay can become repetitive and monotonous after a while, leading to a lack of engagement.
There are several bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including game freezes and issues with NPC interactions.
The character customization options are limited, and many NPCs lack depth and personality.

story
540 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Grow: Song of the Evertree" is generally described as charming and engaging, with a focus on environmental themes and community building. While many players appreciate its cute and whimsical narrative, some find it predictable and lacking depth, often feeling that the gameplay overshadows the story. Overall, the game offers a relaxing experience with a simple yet enjoyable storyline, though it may not satisfy those seeking a more complex plot.
- “10/10 personally, the story dragged me in.”
- “The story is beautiful as well... it's easy to fall in love with this game.”
- “The story was great and the game progressed at a good pace.”
- “The story reveal is mostly predictable from the start of the game, so you must really like the core loop of either too-easy town management or gardening -- this is important!”
- “You can get to the end of the main story, sure, but the gameplay progression is just not there and the actual impact of that story is negligible to non-existent.”
- “The story is dumbed down to the point that I had figured out the entire thing way before the story had even properly begun, and I was disappointed to find nothing that exceeded my expectations.”
gameplay
291 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Grow: Song of the Evertree" is characterized by a mix of charming mechanics and repetitive tasks, often described as relaxing yet lacking depth. While players appreciate the beautiful visuals and the casual, cozy atmosphere, many find the core gameplay loop—focused on gardening, town building, and resource management—becomes tedious over time, with limited variety and engagement. Overall, it appeals to those seeking a laid-back experience but may disappoint players looking for more challenging or complex gameplay.
- “Visually stunning, great controls, and super clean gameplay; it feels like a AAA game.”
- “The gameplay is enjoyable and helps you get your mind off things.”
- “Grow: Song of the Evertree is a cute and beautiful game with a very satisfying gameplay loop.”
- “The gameplay is underwhelming and tedious; it honestly feels like playing Farmville on old Facebook, but with the added irritation of having to run all around a small area yourself and click a button 2-6 times to scroll through to the tool you want for every single step of a task.”
- “The gameplay loop is extremely repetitive to the point where I wondered why I was still even playing, and I'm saying this as a person that was a fully melded crafter/gatherer in FFXIV, enjoyed Harvest Moon: Back to Nature, Friends of Mineral Town, a Wonderful Life, Magical Melody, all the Rune Factories, Stardew Valley, Worlds Apart, Animal Crossing, and the Atelier series since the first Atelier Iris on PS2.”
- “The core gameplay loop just isn't compelling and many features feel half-baked.”
music
264 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in "Grow: Song of the Evertree" is widely praised for its beauty and calming qualities, enhancing the game's serene atmosphere and vibrant visuals. Many players find the soundtrack enchanting and fitting for the game's themes, although some note that it can become repetitive over time. Overall, the music is considered one of the standout features, contributing significantly to the game's relaxing and immersive experience.
- “The music totally fits the atmosphere which is serene and colorful, pleasing to the eyes and ears.”
- “Beautiful world, amazing music, touching story, it does get a little grindy from time to time but if you keep up with the main story it can prevent that.”
- “The music is great, it's very serene, the dialogue of the many characters is witty and entertaining, and all around it's absolutely beautiful.”
- “The sound randomly breaks in certain areas and you can't hear your character, only the music.”
- “The music is meh although they clearly copy-pasted Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening song that you can hear every now and then, even the discovery spots sound the same as the game.”
- “The music isn't my favorite of these sorts of games, being a little too laid back and I'd rather the availability of batteries was looser.”
graphics
259 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their adorable and colorful art style, reminiscent of classic titles like "Viva Pinata" and "Animal Crossing." Many players find the visuals enchanting and relaxing, contributing significantly to the overall enjoyment of the game. However, some reviews mention occasional graphical glitches and a simplistic aesthetic that may not appeal to all players, suggesting a mixed reception regarding the technical execution.
- “I love the art style of this game; it definitely made the game more enjoyable with the cuteness alone.”
- “The graphics are beautiful and so is the story.”
- “The graphics are cute and pleasant, and there are ambient effects that make it feel magical when you play.”
- “While I didn't encounter any game-breaking bugs, the game regularly had graphical and audio glitches including the player or insects going through walls. Insects usually did not use a crawling animation and just kind of glided along and would run away through walls or objects.”
- “The graphics in the game are terrible, and for $40.00 AUD, I feel robbed despite getting my money back.”
- “The graphics are mostly cute, and the music isn't bad, but everything else just falls flat.”
grinding
247 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of "Grow: Song of the Evertree" has received mixed feedback, with many players finding the gameplay repetitive and tedious over time. While some appreciate the relaxing nature of the tasks involved in farming and town building, others criticize the lack of depth and the excessive grind required to progress, leading to feelings of monotony. Overall, the game offers a unique blend of mechanics, but the grind can detract from the enjoyment for those seeking a more dynamic experience.
- “I usually play farm sim games, and while this one isn't farming, it is kind of a god game plus city-building game.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The gameplay is underwhelming and tedious; it honestly feels like playing Farmville on old Facebook, but with the added irritation of having to run all around a small area yourself and click a button 2-6 times to scroll through to the tool you want for every single step of a task.”
- “After 25 hours of gameplay, however, things begin to feel a bit tedious and shallow.”
- “The gameplay at first seems expansive, but it quickly becomes repetitive and grindy when nothing new is added between areas other than a new color scheme to do the same repetitive tasks in.”
emotional
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised for its heartwarming and captivating story, which resonates deeply with players, often evoking feelings of happiness and nostalgia. Many reviews highlight the game's wholesome and cute design, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a relaxing and feel-good experience. However, some players note a lack of depth in emotional engagement, suggesting missed opportunities for more complex narratives or romantic elements.
- “The story was so captivating and emotional.”
- “With such a touching story and cute design, this game connects with my heart!”
- “I cried while playing as everything is so peaceful and wonderful.”
stability
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and occasional freezes that can disrupt gameplay. While some users have found workarounds for minor issues and appreciate the game's charm, others have experienced significant frustrations, including game-breaking bugs and a lack of effective auto-save features. Overall, the game is described as "buggy" but still enjoyable for those willing to tolerate its technical shortcomings.
- “All in all, this is a very cute and well-made game. I've encountered no glitches or other weirdness, the game saves regularly and lets you load an old save without any issues (this got me out of a situation where I jumped into a hole out of curiosity).”
- “For my fellow Steam Deck owners, the game runs great on the deck.”
- “The game also runs great, and I have yet to run into any major bugs or glitches.”
- “This game is a constant buggy mess and I tried my hardest to just go around the minor bugs and enjoy the game, but this is becoming more of a chore than I'm willing to handle.”
- “The game just freezes up constantly.”
- “This game could be fabulous, but has unworkable freezes and is now unplayable.”
humor
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its cute and charming dialogue, funny character interactions, and humorous side quests. While some found the frequent reminders of objectives to be distracting, many enjoyed the quirky animations and clever writing that elicited genuine laughter. Overall, the game strikes a balance between lighthearted humor and endearing moments, making it a delightful experience for those who enjoy a whimsical narrative.
- “The animation for the tree growing was funny because it looked like a PS1 animation, but it felt more endearing than anything else.”
- “Achievement names are funny, such as 'my precious!' for mining valuable gems and 'wet the bed' for using the watering can on your bed.”
- “It's charming and sweet, with some funny writing that had me smiling almost the whole time.”
atmosphere
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in these games is consistently praised for its calming and immersive qualities, featuring beautiful graphics and serene music that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the sense of wonder and exploration that new areas bring, making even mundane tasks feel rewarding. Overall, the enchanting and cozy atmosphere serves as a significant draw, providing a relaxing escape for players.
- “The music totally fits the atmosphere, which is serene and colorful, pleasing to the eyes and ears.”
- “It is a beautifully crafted world with relaxing music, cute characters, simple storyline, amazing scenery, and atmosphere - I totally immerse myself in this lovely world of evertree.”
- “The graphics are beautiful and stylized, but most of all, the game has its own unique, lovely atmosphere.”
- “In some games, moving to a new area creates a sense of wonder that makes you want to stop and drink in the new atmosphere.”
- “The music is decent and really builds the atmosphere, and the graphics are solid.”
- “But the visual style and calming atmosphere give it a solid recommendation from me.”
replayability
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews present a mixed perspective on replayability, with some players noting the potential for endless gameplay through procedural generation and crafting new worlds, while others criticize the lack of engaging content post-main quest and technical issues that hinder enjoyment. Overall, while some find the game addictive and relaxing with decent replay value, many feel it lacks significant replayability due to slow pacing and limited activities after completing the main storyline.
- “Although it follows a storyline, it technically has infinite replayability as you can continue to craft new planets for as long as you care to.”
- “The randomly generated worlds give it a great deal of replayability.”
- “The game is endlessly playable and replayable, even if the main story ends the game will endlessly provide quests, tasks, and content, using procedural generation and randomly generated worlds to explore and villagers to meet.”
- “The game centers on completing the main quest rather than any activity having replay value.”
- “Once you've finished the game there is no 'wow' factor nor any replay value.”
- “There is no replay value in this game.”
character development
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding the character designs too child-like and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience, particularly in relation to romance options. While the initial character design system is praised for its creativity and the game's visuals are lauded for their whimsy and vibrancy, many feel that the lack of variation among characters limits deeper engagement with their development. Overall, the character designs are seen as a significant aspect that could benefit from more diversity and maturity.
- “The graphics blow me away, and I adore the character designing system in the beginning.”
- “Amazing world and character design.”
- “More than just visual fidelity, its whimsical character designs, lush environments, and sheer color are all things that make it an easy contender for one of the best-looking games of the year.”
- “Some of the character designs are a little too child-like, which makes the inclusion of a romance option seem either weird or juvenile.”
- “Either the romance option could have been left out entirely since it was almost pointless anyway, or the character designs needed some improvement.”
- “Very bland and repetitive character design - most characters look the same with very little variation.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization varies significantly across platforms; it struggles on the Switch with slow performance, while running smoothly on PC with minor issues like clunky menus and occasional glitches. Overall, many players find it well-optimized with minimal performance problems, especially on less expensive PCs, though some still encounter frustrating performance dips in specific scenarios.
- “The game runs smoothly and it's breathtaking!”
- “The design is really cute and it doesn't require an expensive PC to get the best performance while the game looks good.”
- “Well optimized, no bugs.”
- “The game is not optimized for Switch, so it runs pretty slow.”
- “I got to 95% done and then frustration-quit over a couple of platformer puzzle areas I can't reach due to performance issues with water being on screen.”
- “Performance-wise it runs well on my PC, although I experienced some clunky menus at times and got stuck once in a chest and had to restart.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game resembles that of typical mobile games, heavily relying on advertisements and in-game purchases. While some players appreciate the additional content like caves and puzzles, which enhance gameplay, the overall impression is that the monetization approach feels intrusive and reminiscent of ad-heavy mobile titles.
- “In reality, it looks and plays like one of those mobile games you get bombarded with advertisements for.”
- “The extra additions like caves, puzzles, and merchants feel more like a way to push ads rather than enhance gameplay.”