It's Literally Just Mowing

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"It's Literally Just Mowing" is a simulation game that offers a unique and hilarious experience as you calmly cut nice lawns. Despite its wholesome story, the game is marred by frequent bugs and can be grinding, with ads that may disturb your experience. While the graphics and soundtrack are impressive, the overall quality is brought down by these issues. The developer describes the game as an opportunity to relax and enjoy the simple pleasure of mowing lawns.

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Play Modes

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

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,457 reviews

graphics146 positive mentions

monetization795 negative mentions

The game is relaxing and enjoyable, providing a calming experience.
It offers a simple and straightforward gameplay experience, making it easy to pick up and play.
The graphics are cute and visually appealing, enhancing the overall experience.

The wait time for toolboxes to open is excessively long, which can hinder gameplay.
There are too many ads, especially after every lawn, which disrupts the flow of the game.
The controls can be unresponsive at times, making it frustrating to navigate the mower.

monetization
877 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
3%
91%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the minimal and optional nature of ads, which are often short and skippable. However, some users express frustration over the increasing frequency of forced ads as they progress, leading to a perception that the game becomes less enjoyable. While in-app purchases for ad removal and cosmetic upgrades are available, opinions vary on their value, with some players feeling that the cost is too high relative to the gameplay experience.
- “Microtransactions are present, but not needed at all to progress in the game.”
- “The in-app purchases are very cheap and affordable; you get a lot for your buck.”
- “It's worth paying for no ads.”
- “The game started off fun and kinda calming when you actually get to play between ads.”
- “I spent more time watching ads for gems than I did playing the game!”
- “It's literally just mowing...& a ton of ads.”
graphics
215 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
30%
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charm and cuteness, with many users noting the simple yet appealing art style that enhances the overall relaxing experience. Players appreciate the vibrant visuals and smooth animations, which contribute to the game's addictive nature and enjoyable gameplay. While some critiques mention a lack of variety in artwork, the overall consensus is that the graphics are well-executed and add significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The graphics are beautiful, and the transformation is awesome.”
- “The graphics are charming and well made.”
- “The graphics are amazing, so colorful!!”
- “The design aesthetic also feels like it's a cheap rip-off of a better game, like how Cocomelon looks like a rip-off of a generic kids show.”
- “Great game, graphics, concept and controls but disappointing when the game lags after every other yard and I have to close the game and restart every time.”
- “It's literally just mowing, no time limits, no scores, just mow a lawn and onto the next one, upgrades are all aesthetic, poke the shiny things too and watch ads if you want more gems for free, don't know why I'm still playing this game but I would like more room for tool boxes.”
gameplay
90 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and relaxation, appealing to players who enjoy casual, mindless experiences. While many appreciate the satisfying mechanics and charming graphics, some find the gameplay repetitive and lacking depth, with cosmetic upgrades that do not enhance the actual experience. Overall, it offers a pleasant, if somewhat grindy, time-killer for fans of idle games, though it may not hold the interest of those seeking more challenging or varied gameplay.
- “The gameplay itself is satisfying and relaxing as there isn't any puzzle solving or fancy things you need to do.”
- “Literally just mowing brings to the table a well-balanced and satisfying gameplay loop that blends perfectly with the overarching story and beloved characters to create an experience that keeps on giving.”
- “Simple gameplay yet satisfying.”
- “Not only is it greedy trash filled with uninteresting cosmetics that don't even match the grading system they were arbitrarily given, and stupid long timers for the chests, it's also extremely lackluster gameplay-wise.”
- “It's too grindy as a result and feels half-finished and incomplete with repetitive gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is pretty one-dimensional.”
stability
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
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92%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and lag, particularly after recent updates. While some players have experienced smooth gameplay without issues, the overwhelming feedback highlights a persistent problem with bugs and glitches that disrupt the gaming experience. Overall, the game's instability has led to frustration and, in some cases, uninstallation by players seeking a more reliable experience.
- “No glitches, no stalls, and no complicated zombie shoot-to-kill tank guns world takeover drama.”
- “It's fun, passes the time, has neat upgrades, and no glitches. Definitely worth installing.”
- “This is the most fun game that is stress-free. There is no level that you can't beat. I will be recommending this game to my friends and family. There are no glitches that I have stumbled upon, which is unusual for me, as I can usually find glitches in about 30 seconds. I would recommend this game to anyone who is stressed out or just plain bored. I would rate this a 5+ stars if I could; I would rate it a 10+. Thanks to the creators of this game very much!”
- “The game is unstable and glitches horribly after the update.”
- “It just updated, and now the game freezes constantly between levels, when I open any menu, or try to swap mower parts.”
- “Every time I start to mow, the game freezes after the update.”
humor
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
97%
8%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many players finding it both funny and relaxing, often highlighting the amusing premise of mowing lawns. The game's title and congratulatory messages are particularly noted for their comedic value, contributing to a lighthearted experience. While some players suggest adding more creative humor, the overall sentiment is that the game successfully combines fun gameplay with a humorous twist.
- “Honestly, I originally downloaded this game because I thought it was funny, and it was fun and relaxing to play. I imagine if I didn't have ADHD and the need to be really engaged, I'd love this.”
- “Fun, relaxing game with a hilarious story and tons of attention to detail.”
- “I downloaded this app just because the name made me laugh.”
- “The humor in this game falls flat and feels forced.”
- “I found the jokes to be unoriginal and lacking in wit.”
- “The attempts at humor often miss the mark and feel out of place.”
music
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
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9%
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and ambient qualities, complementing the gameplay and graphics beautifully. Players appreciate the option to listen to their own music while enjoying the soothing sound effects, although some express a desire for more control over the audio settings and a greater variety of in-game music. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the chill atmosphere, making it a perfect backdrop for a leisurely gaming experience.
- “If you want a relaxing game with nice music and animation, this is probably perfect.”
- “The music is nice and I love the art style.”
- “The music, design, sounds, everything is just pure chill.”
- “Ads will still have sound, but in-game music and sound effects are gone until I restart the app.”
- “One thing I will say is; I wish you could control the volume of the music and the game noises independently rather than just the option to toggle on and off.”
- “12/23 the music changed to something you would hear in a horror movie, what's up with that?”
story
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
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The game's story is described as a relaxing and entertaining backdrop that unfolds gradually, featuring quirky characters and engaging lore, including some deeper themes. While many players appreciate the lighthearted narrative and character customization, there is a common desire for more quests and detailed story elements to enhance the gameplay experience. Overall, the story is seen as a positive aspect, though some feel it could be expanded for greater depth and engagement.
- “It's very fun to be able to customize your mower and character. I love learning about and collecting new critters; there's a bit of a story that slowly unfolds as you reach milestones, and the graphics are great.”
- “Literally just mowing brings to the table a well-balanced and satisfying gameplay loop that blends perfectly with the overarching story and beloved characters to create an experience that keeps on giving.”
- “Amazing gameplay, the story was glorious, with plot twists everywhere. The lore is so amazingly complex; I loved every second of it.”
- “No missions or upgrades.”
- “Does get repetitive, would be nice to have some other things to do, maybe a story and adventure mode.”
- “It's a relaxing game with a very small story.”
grinding
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and tedious, often detracting from the overall enjoyment. While the core gameplay is entertaining, many reviewers express frustration with the lengthy and repetitive nature of grinding for in-game currency and customization options, leading to a sense of incompleteness. Overall, the game is seen as fun but could benefit from a rebalancing to reduce the grind.
- “The game itself is quite entertaining, but the grinding is tortuous.”
- “It's too grindy as a result and feels half and incomplete with repetitive gameplay.”
- “Only problem is that getting in-game currency is really grindy.”
emotional
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game to be a calming and wholesome experience, often using it as a way to alleviate anxiety or unwind. The attention to detail, such as the presence of animals and environmental elements, enhances the emotional connection, making it feel immersive and enjoyable. While some players desire more complexity, the overall sentiment highlights its simplicity as a source of comfort and relaxation.
- “The added bonus of birds and butterflies with fun facts rounds out a wholesome experience.”
- “I often play when I can't sleep at night or when I am feeling anxious and it has always made me feel better.”
- “Not a lot of realism but very wholesome, calming game about mowing lawns.”
optimization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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Overall, the game's optimization is commendable, with smooth performance and minimal bugs reported by users. However, players express a desire for more impactful upgrades that enhance mower performance, as current customization options do not significantly affect gameplay. Suggestions include further optimization of graphical settings and the introduction of performance upgrades to enrich the gaming experience.
- “The game runs smoothly and there are barely any bugs.”
- “It's a good way to relieve boredom or to just make time pass; it runs smoothly and has little to no crashes.”
- “Further optimization of the grass physics, and/or graphical settings to remove effects like shadows, would be nice.”
- “I wish that there were performance upgrades like speed enhancers and wider cutting blades.”
- “You guys should make the upgrades have an impact on the mower's performance.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is praised for its calming and relaxing atmosphere, creating an enjoyable environment for players.
- “This game has a nice, relaxing atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”