Lawnmower Game

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Lawnmower Game is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Tero Lunkka and was released on July 20, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

In "Lawnmower Game," players drive a lawnmower through a large open world, with the task of cutting all the grass that they come across. The grass will respawn after being cut, and the lawnmower has fuel consumption that can be replenished by picking up jerry cans. The game keeps track of the player's score based on the amount of grass they have cut, with the goal of becoming the lawnmower king.

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 223 reviews

gameplay13 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and relaxing experience, allowing players to enjoy the simple act of mowing grass without complicated mechanics.
The graphics are surprisingly good for the game's premise, providing an immersive environment that enhances the mowing experience.
Many players find the game to be therapeutic and enjoyable, often describing it as a masterpiece that brings joy and satisfaction.

The game is plagued by bugs, including issues with controls that can prevent players from moving or interacting with the game properly.
There is a lack of meaningful gameplay and depth, leading to a repetitive experience that can become boring quickly.
Some players have reported performance issues, including low frame rates and crashes, making the game difficult to enjoy.

gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
50%
9%
The gameplay of the lawnmower game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its innovative mechanics, such as fuel consumption and realistic grass physics, which create an immersive and engaging experience. However, others criticize it for being simplistic and lacking depth, with low-quality graphics and sound detracting from the overall enjoyment. Despite these criticisms, many players find the gameplay to be surprisingly enjoyable and rewarding, making it a unique addition to the genre.
- “The gameplay, while seemingly simple, is a testament to the developers' dedication to excellence.”
- “The developers have ingeniously incorporated a fuel consumption mechanic, adding an element of strategy as players must navigate the world, pick up jerry cans, and keep their lawnmower fueled.”
- “Each level presents unique challenges that keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.”
- “Once that's done, you're greeted by a very poorly made game with low-quality graphics, no music, low-quality sounds, no meaningful gameplay, and a terrible achievement to play for 1 hour without stopping.”
- “Buggy, unoptimized, and somewhat bland, from both a world-building standpoint as well as a gameplay standpoint.”
- “It is simple in terms of gameplay mechanics as well as graphics.”
graphics
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
35%
10%
The reviews for the game's graphics are highly polarized, with some players praising them as stunning, surreal, and ahead of their time, while others criticize them as low quality and basic. Many highlight a blend of realism and artistic style, creating visually appealing environments, though some note that the graphics can be demanding on hardware. Overall, the graphics are a significant point of contention, with opinions ranging from "pure perfection" to "poorly made."
- “The graphics are a breathtaking blend of realism and artistic brilliance, making the virtual world feel surreal in its absolute beauty.”
- “Not only does it have amazing graphics, gameplay, and physics, but the story is very in-depth, giving it a 10/10 in my books, even better than Red Dead Redemption 2.”
- “Stunning graphics and rewarding gameplay that is sure to satisfy even the staunchest of game critiques.”
- “Once that's done you're greeted by a very poorly made game with low quality graphics, no music, low quality sounds, no meaningful gameplay and a terrible achievement to play for 1 hour without stopping.”
- “The game is trash in both visuals and gameplay.”
- “And the graphics are kind of average.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
22%
21%
The game's story is praised for its depth and attention to detail, often compared favorably to titles like Red Dead Redemption 2. While some critiques mention a lack of character motivation, the overall narrative and immersive gameplay are highlighted as standout features, contributing to a rich and engaging experience. The combination of strong storytelling and realistic environmental elements enhances the game's appeal.
- “Not only does it have amazing graphics, gameplay, and physics, but the story is very in-depth, giving it a 10/10 in my books, even better than Red Dead Redemption 2.”
- “It has such a great story with so much attention to detail, I'm surprised this isn't a triple-A title game.”
- “The storyline really took me by storm.”
- “The story is okay, and that is my one critique: the characters could have more motivation.”
- “It's better than no story at all.”
- “No story.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the upbeat and beautifully orchestrated soundtrack that enhances gameplay, others criticize the absence of music or describe it as low quality. Overall, the soundtrack is noted to complement the game's atmosphere, with some tracks effectively energizing players for intense combat scenarios.
- “The soundtrack is upbeat and perfectly complements the gameplay, making mowing virtual lawns a surprisingly zen activity.”
- “Its intense main menu music gets you amped up for the rest of the game with intense first person tactical and hand to hand combat.”
- “Beautifully orchestrated soundtrack.”
- “Once that's done you're greeted by a very poorly made game with low quality graphics, no music, low quality sounds, no meaningful gameplay and a terrible achievement to play for 1 hour without stopping.”
- “And this music sounds like it is from some of those beauty YouTubers.”
- “The music is fine.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
50%
The humor in the game is described as both dark and situational, with players finding amusement in absurd scenarios and interactions, such as the contrast between serious reflections and comedic moments. While some users appreciate the game's ability to elicit laughter, others note that it can also provoke deeper thoughts, making it a versatile experience for gifting or casual play. Overall, the humor is seen as a blend of wit and irony, appealing to a range of comedic tastes.
- “Before this game was reviewed by Jim (and it was a pretty funny review), I had a thoughtful analysis posted.”
- “It's also a funny game to gift to a friend, or to leave running (along with Discord) when you've told your guildies you can't raid because you're 'busy' that night.”
- “- Barry, you are so funny sometimes.”
- “The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
- “I expected more clever humor, but it was mostly cringeworthy.”
- “The attempts at comedy just made me roll my eyes.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with players noting significant performance issues that require high-end hardware to achieve even modest frame rates. While there have been improvements since the beta phase, it still falls short of the smoothness seen in its predecessor, leaving many users frustrated.
- “The game’s performance has improved considerably since the start of the beta phase, but it’s still nowhere near as smooth as its predecessor.”
- “Overall, its optimization leaves a lot to be desired.”
- “It's very unoptimized, and it's like you need an i9 with 24 GB of RAM and like 18 Titan Vs just to get 20 FPS.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the game evokes deep emotional responses, with many reporting that it brought them to tears, highlighting its touching and heartwarming narrative.
- “When I tell you I cried, I really mean it.”
- “Thank you from the depths of my heart for making such a touching and heartwarming game.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is criticized for being buggy and unoptimized, leading to frequent glitches that detract from the overall experience. Additionally, both the world-building and gameplay are described as somewhat bland, further impacting stability.
- “Buggy, unoptimized, and somewhat bland, from both a world-building standpoint as well as a gameplay standpoint.”
- “Moreover, in my time with the game, I've witnessed all manners of bugs and glitches.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game enjoyable, particularly in pursuit of all 7 achievements, despite some bugs that can lead to soft-locks. The unique blend of racing and farming elements adds to the fun of the grinding experience.
- “Although the settings are a bit bugged and sometimes soft-lock the game, the overall experience is quite enjoyable, but grinding for all 7 achievements can feel tedious.”
- “Need for Speed meets Farming Simulator 2080.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users highlight the immense replay value of the game, expressing that they have thoroughly enjoyed every minute of their experience, indicating a strong incentive to play multiple times.
- “The replay value is immense, and I have thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, making it hard to put down.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”