Keepers of the Trees

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Keepers of the Trees is a multiplayer casual action adventure game. It was developed by Studio Chili and was released on August 7, 2020. It received neutral reviews from players.

“Keepers of the Trees” is a couch co-op puzzle platformer that gives you the power to control nature. Along with a friend, you will test your platforming mettle, work together to solve puzzles by growing special plants, and explore a lush, fantasy forest world.

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Audience ScoreBased on 78 reviews

graphics7 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features stunning graphics and a mesmerizing art style that creates a relaxing atmosphere.
Gameplay is simple yet engaging, allowing players to care for and nurture trees in a whimsical environment.
The game is free to play, making it an accessible option for those looking for a short, enjoyable co-op experience.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, including issues with controls and camera angles that hinder gameplay.
Multiplayer functionality is problematic, with both players often controlling the same character, making it difficult to progress.
There is no save feature, forcing players to restart the game if they close it or encounter a crash, which can be frustrating.

graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
88%
12%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming art style and overall aesthetic appeal, described as "amazing" and "mesmerizing." However, some users noted issues with a locked resolution that can make visuals appear blurry on modern PCs, detracting from the otherwise impressive graphics. Overall, the game features lovely graphics that complement its cute gameplay, though technical issues have left some players disappointed.
- “The art style of this is amazing and so mesmerizing!”
- “Graphics are awesome.”
- “Lovely little game with cute co-op gameplay and lovely graphics.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The music in the game is generally praised for its lovely and cute soundtrack that complements the mood, enhancing the overall experience. However, some players express disappointment due to limited music presence, with only the opening credits featuring a score, and technical issues affecting gameplay.
- “The music is just lovely, really complements the mood.”
- “Beautiful little soundtrack and quick playthrough.”
- “It has a cute soundtrack and graphics.”
- “The options menu can control the music and volume only!”
- “It has a cute soundtrack and graphics, and it could have been more fun, but the crashes and the fact that I can't even save the game... I'm kind of disappointed.”
- “There is only music in the opening credits of the game, and there are multiple parts where the game forces you to play with 2 players when you try.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing it for repetitive mechanics and poor optimization, leading to broken core elements and character glitches. Conversely, others found the gameplay enjoyable and engaging, expressing a desire for more content despite its brevity. Overall, the gameplay experience appears to be polarizing, with ratings ranging from 4/10 to a more favorable perspective.
- “The gameplay was fun.”
- “I could use 100 more hours playing the 20 minutes of gameplay.”
- “Absolutely terrible game with the same mechanics repeated a million times and horrible optimization.”
- “Core mechanics of the game are entirely broken; characters disappear after some actions and reappear at the start of the level.”
- “I could use 100 hours more playing the 20 minutes of gameplay.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story receives mixed reviews; while some players find it charming and enjoyable within the context of a short co-op adventure, others criticize it as lacking depth and coherence. Additionally, there are calls for more missions and content to enhance the overall experience.
- “It's a fun, short co-op adventure game with a beautiful landscape and a cute story.”
- “The story is lovely!”
- “The story is stupid and there are so many bugs that we eventually got stuck because we were not allowed to plant in one of the spots.”
- “I wish they would add more missions, more levels, items to collect, events... whatever.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has a charming concept but suffers from significant stability issues, including bugs, optimization problems, and camera glitches that detract from the experience. While it is free and expectations are low, improvements in polish and functionality could enhance gameplay considerably.
- “Cute fun concept but needs much more polish as it's very buggy and unoptimized; either that or it's mining crypto in the background because it made my computer sound like a jet engine.”
- “Camera needs reworking and there are glitches when starting a new level by growing plants.”
- “It is free, so I was not expecting much either, but with a bit of tweaking and fixing of glitches (e.g., animations play after picking up an object), adding control configuration, and a better camera, the game could be a very pleasant experience.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to a frustrating experience for players due to repetitive mechanics and performance issues.
- “Absolutely terrible game with the same mechanics repeated a million times and horrible optimization.”
- “The optimization is so poor that it makes the game nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant frame drops and crashes due to the lack of proper optimization.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be deeply emotional, often describing it as wholesome and cute, with some even reporting that it brought them to tears. Overall, the emotional impact is a significant highlight, contributing to a heartfelt gaming experience.
- “10/10, such a wholesome game I almost cried.”
- “The game concept is very wholesome and cute.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players found that while the controls posed challenges during precise jumps, the frequent respawn points added a humorous element to the experience, making the gameplay more entertaining than frustrating.
- “The controls were a little difficult when trying to make precise jumps, but frequent respawn points made this more funny than frustrating.”