Kasi
- January 7, 2021
- Kaikalii
- 12h median play time
"Kasi is a simulation game where players nurture a plant from seed to mature growth, shaping it by creating branches, leaves, roots, and vines in a local multi-player co-op or single-player mode. The game features a day-night cycle, weather elements, and various creatures that interact with the plant. Design your plant's shape and grow flowers for pollination and fruit, balancing sunlight and water collection for energy."
Reviews
- The game is incredibly relaxing and serves as a great stress reliever, allowing players to unwind while growing their virtual plants.
- It features a charming and simplistic art style, with a surprising amount of depth and mechanics that keep the gameplay engaging.
- The price is fair for the content provided, making it a good value for those looking for a casual and enjoyable gaming experience.
- Performance issues arise as plants grow larger, leading to significant frame rate drops that can hinder the overall experience.
- The game lacks substantial content and can be completed relatively quickly, which may leave some players wanting more.
- There are reports of bugs and crashes, particularly with save files, which can be frustrating for players trying to enjoy the game.
- optimization5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game has a compelling concept, but users report significant performance issues, particularly as the game progresses and the scale increases, which can limit gameplay experience based on hardware capabilities. Despite these optimization challenges, players still find enjoyment in the game and hope for future improvements.
“I still really enjoy it and highly recommend it; I would just like to see the performance issues fixed.”
“I do like the concept of the game, and I think I could easily put 10-20+ hours in if it weren't for some performance issues.”
“The only 'con' is that performance drops off dramatically as you get bigger, so there's a sort of cap on how big you can get based on your hardware.”
“So, my computer's specs shouldn't be an issue, and yet performance just tanks with bigger trees.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as simple yet captivating, offering a relaxing experience with subtle mechanics that allow for both straightforward and complex interactions, such as managing various plant types and growth elements. While the graphics and sound design complement the gameplay effectively, players may need a powerful computer for optimal performance. Overall, it is recommended for those who enjoy artistically simplistic yet deeply engaging sandbox experiences.
“The graphics are simple yet effective and nice to look at, the sound design is equally simple and not a sore on the ears, and the gameplay, while also simple, manages to be captivating, satisfying, and relaxing.”
“It's so simple, but can also be as complex as you'd like with mechanics like vines, aquatic plants, the spider, fruit, white leaves, etc.”
“It's so simple, but can also be as complex as you'd like with mechanics like vines, aquatic plants, the spider, fruit, white leaves, etc. Currently, it does require a pretty beefy computer to get a nice framerate (I had to crank the settings down on big plants with a Ryzen 2700X and AMD 6700XT), but other than that, the game's style is consistent and fun, even allowing for color palette swaps.”
“I would recommend this game to anyone who likes artistically simplistic but extremely in-depth sandbox gameplay.”
“There are a lot of tiny and subtle mechanics in this game that affect how your tree grows.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as simple yet effective, providing a visually pleasing experience without being overly demanding on hardware. However, players have reported significant frame rate drops when managing a high number of nodes, even at lower settings, indicating potential performance issues in more complex scenarios. Overall, the graphics align with the game's basic design philosophy, catering to a casual gaming experience.
“The graphics are simple yet effective and nice to look at, the sound design is equally simple and not a sore on the ears, and the gameplay, while also simple, manages to be captivating, satisfying, and relaxing.”
“I'm not sure if this is a problem other people are having with the game, but when I have more than 40 nodes, I start to notice a significant drop in FPS even when lowering the available graphics settings.”
“Just keep in mind this is a very basic game, no high-action, no difficult puzzles, no photo-realistic graphics (runs on a toaster, as long as you have 64-bit Windows 10 and meet minimum specs), no extreme challenges.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its whimsical and playful elements, such as amusing plants and trees that evoke laughter. Players find the comedic aspects engaging and entertaining, contributing to an overall lighthearted experience.
“Haha, the funny plant with light is great!”
“Where's the funny grass?”
“The funny tree in this game makes me laugh so much!”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is often appreciated for its ability to complement other activities, such as watching videos or listening to music, suggesting it creates a pleasant background atmosphere without being overly intrusive.
“The music perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an immersive experience.”
“I love how the soundtrack enhances the emotional moments in the game.”
“The variety of tracks keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging.”
“The music is forgettable and doesn't add anything to the overall experience.”
“I found the soundtrack to be repetitive and uninspired.”
“The audio quality is poor, making it hard to enjoy the music.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a relaxed and open-ended environment, allowing players to freely experiment with creating various types of plants without any specific objectives.
“With no real goal given by the game, you’re mostly free to experiment with creating different kinds of plants in a very relaxed atmosphere.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when it comes to managing plants that require constant attention to prevent them from shrinking, suggesting a need for more automation to alleviate the repetitive tasks.
“My only dislike is the fact that plants reach a point where you have to click stars to prevent shrinking. It's tedious; perhaps find a way to automate.”
“The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I find the constant need to farm resources to be a major chore, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”