It's Spring Again

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"It's Spring Again" is a casual, VR-compatible simulation game. Players help Babayaga, a friendly witch, prepare her garden for spring by planting flowers, catching bugs, and completing various tasks. The game features charming graphics and simple controls, making it accessible for all ages.

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Play Modes

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

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 322 reviews

graphics45 positive mentions

optimization1 negative mentions

Charming and colorful art style that captivates young children.
Educational content effectively teaches kids about the seasons in a fun and interactive way.
Short gameplay duration makes it easy for young children to engage without losing interest.

Extremely short playtime (around 5-10 minutes) may not justify the price for some users.
Limited interactivity and repetitive gameplay can lead to boredom for older children or adults.
Only available in English and Russian, which may exclude non-speakers from fully enjoying the educational aspect.

graphics
82 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
41%
4%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful, vibrant art style and charming animations, making it particularly appealing to children and adults alike. While many reviewers appreciate the unique and cute visuals, some note that the simplistic 2D art lacks depth and variety, leading to a somewhat lackluster overall graphical experience. Despite these criticisms, the game's aesthetic and sound design contribute to a delightful atmosphere that enhances its educational value for young players.
- “The game is beautifully crafted with vibrant visuals and gentle animations that captivate children's attention.”
- “The artwork is absolutely stunning as well; the overall experience of the game was tremendously good.”
- “The art style is gorgeous and the sounds are calming with a clear narrative voice.”
- “While there are options to change the resolution for the game, all this does is scale up the simplistic 2D art assets used to make the game, which makes little or no difference to the graphics quality.”
- “Without any other substantial graphics tweaks, it's not possible for gamers to improve the lackluster 2D visuals.”
- “The poor performance and graphics glitches make this not recommended for Linux users.”
story
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
74%
7%
The story is a charming, interactive narrative designed for young children, focusing on the seasons and their changes. It features soothing narration and engaging visuals, making it feel like a bedtime storybook that can be enjoyed repeatedly. While the gameplay is simple and short, it effectively combines education and entertainment, providing a delightful experience for both kids and parents.
- “They're a storyteller whose voice flows like a gentle stream, making each moment feel like a secret whispered just for you.”
- “The story is well narrated and has a calming, peaceful feel.”
- “An interesting, educational, and interactive story designed to teach children about the seasons. Education is paramount to a child's development.”
- “Above all else, the ending of the story is the fucking title of the game.”
- “I would not classify this as a game so much, as it is really more like an interactive storybook for very young children.”
- “Besides cards and achievements (that you get by (auto)playing through the short story) there's no other content.”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
27%
14%
The music in the game is widely praised for its soothing, melodic qualities that enhance the immersive experience, making it particularly suitable for relaxation and storytelling. Reviewers appreciate the charming soundtrack and sound effects, which complement the game's art style beautifully. However, some users noted a lack of music during gameplay, with only the main menu music being present.
- “The audio elements, including soothing background music and pleasant sound effects, further enhance the immersive experience.”
- “The music is bright and melodic.”
- “Very charming artwork and the soundtrack is simply beautiful.”
- “There is no music but the one on the main menu.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “I really love the soundtrack and sounds and the art style; I would love to have a longer version with more details to expand the playtime a little.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The gameplay is designed primarily for children, featuring simple point-and-click mechanics that allow players to interact with seasonal elements like clouds and flowers. While the game is visually appealing and offers a pleasant narrative, it is quite limited in scope, lasting around five minutes and may feel too easy for adult players. Overall, it effectively engages young users with its straightforward mechanics and charming art style.
- “It uses game mechanics to teach children about the seasons.”
- “The game provides advanced point-and-click mechanics - probably CS:GO players will struggle with this.”
- “It treats the passing of the seasons, using simple clicking mechanics and a pleasant, narrative voice.”
- “It's a short game with unique artwork and easy gameplay, but it's too easy for adults.”
- “Gameplay is limited to simply clicking on objects.”
- “Gameplay only lasts for maybe 5 minutes, but kids are very happy even for that.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The game's optimization has been criticized for poor performance and graphics glitches, particularly affecting Linux users, making it not recommended for that platform. However, the interactive elements and live performance aspects are appreciated, providing a warm and engaging experience for players.
- “The poor performance and graphics glitches make this not recommended for Linux users.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its emotional depth, evoking feelings of calmness and nostalgia, even among players outside its target demographic. Reviewers highlight its heartwarming and gentle nature, noting a profound impact on their emotional well-being during gameplay.
- “It made me feel calm and kind of nostalgic.”
- “I'm not the demographic (I'm a college student), but I wasn't expecting something heartwarming, gentle, and sweet in the way that it was.”
- “This game blew me away physically, mentally, and emotionally.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The game's replayability is generally low, with many users noting minimal value for older players, while young children may enjoy rewatching content multiple times. However, the open-ended game mode offers some engagement, particularly for kids, thanks to its cheerful sound effects and educational elements.
- “For young children, this would be okay; a short, replayable cycle of the seasons.”
- “The game mode has no ending, and not only has replay value, but one playthrough can engage a child (or adult) for quite some time, with the cheerful sound effects and basic science concepts illustrated for young kids.”
- “No real action and very little replayability.”
- “Virtually no replay value.”
- “There's hardly any replay value, although small kids do like to rewatch videos multiple times.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is light-hearted and suitable for children, featuring amusing achievements with quirky descriptions. While the environment is whimsical, with expressionless trees and a welcoming earth, the overall tone remains playful and engaging, making it an enjoyable experience for younger players.
- “It's a funny little short game; you get achievements and your kid gains knowledge.”
- “The achievements are both easy to get and have a funny description (one that is literally incomprehensible).”
- “Funny, pretty, perfect for kids.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by its engaging art style, atmospheric sounds, and clear narration, creating a charming environment that is particularly appealing to children. The presence of interactive elements further enriches the overall experience.
- “There are many clickable things that add to the atmosphere and music.”
- “I love the art style! The sounds are also atmospheric, and the narration is clear and understandable.”
- “It has a cute art style and a nice atmosphere that is perfect for children.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking any real depth or immersion.”
- “Despite the potential for a rich environment, the overall ambiance is dull and forgettable.”
- “The game fails to create a compelling atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected from the world.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of "It's Spring Again" has been criticized as a cash grab, with users noting that it feels more like a mobile app than a legitimate PC game. Despite its simplistic design aimed at toddlers, the game does not include microtransactions.
- “There are no microtransactions, which makes the experience much more enjoyable.”
- “I appreciate that the game doesn't rely on microtransactions to progress.”
- “The absence of microtransactions allows for a fair and balanced gameplay experience.”
- “It's Spring Again is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it were a real PC game (it's not)... it's a cash grab by mobile developers. The game is a simple Adobe Flash-tier point-and-click educational game to teach toddlers about the seasons.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game suffers from significant performance issues and graphics glitches, leading to a recommendation against playing it on Linux systems.
- “The poor performance and graphics glitches make this not recommended for Linux users.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”