Lawnmower Game: Next Generation
- July 14, 2020
- Tero Lunkka
- 3h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Lawnmower Game: Next Generation," players navigate through various levels, mowing lawns while avoiding obstacles and hazards. The game features enhanced graphics and new lawnmowing challenges compared to its predecessor. Players can compete on leaderboards and customize their lawnmowers with various upgrades.
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features stunning graphics and immersive gameplay, making it a relaxing and enjoyable experience.
- Players appreciate the variety of lawnmowers and the engaging mechanics, with many finding it a great way to unwind.
- The game has a strong emotional impact, with some players expressing that it has changed their perspectives on life.
- There are issues with controls and optimization, with some players experiencing difficulty in getting the game to respond properly.
- The game is criticized for being too short and lacking in variety, leading to a feeling of repetitiveness.
- Some players noted game-breaking bugs and glitches that detracted from the overall experience.
- graphics23 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics have received mixed reviews, with many praising the stunning visuals and realistic mechanics that enhance the gameplay experience. While some users noted minor issues like lag during turns, the overall consensus is that the graphics are appealing and contribute positively to the game's enjoyment, despite a few opinions suggesting they are not the best in the market. Overall, the graphics are described as beautiful and well-developed, making the game visually engaging.
“With its cutting-edge graphics and realistic mowing mechanics, you'll feel like you're actually outside pushing a lawn mower around.”
“After 100% all the achievements in this game throughout my 1.3 hours of playtime, I can definitively say that this game, with its excellent graphics and map design, is definitely worth your 50 cents.”
“Everything from the ultra realistic graphics to the ultra addicting gameplay shows how truly amazing this game is.”
- gameplay18 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simple yet engaging mechanics, allowing players to immerse themselves in the experience of mowing grass with a realistic lawn mower. While the graphics are described as pleasant rather than groundbreaking, the game offers deep mechanics, an intriguing storyline, and a lack of microtransactions, contributing to its addictive nature. However, some players have noted limitations in technical settings, which detracts from the overall experience.
“It's hard to put into words the sheer beauty of this game; the ambience, the world building, the attention to detail, the gameplay, the optimisation, it all comes together into, well... an experience.”
“A good game with simple yet fun gameplay, decent 3D graphics and a really low price.”
“No microtransactions, deep and intriguing lore, good gameplay and real immersion.”
“The gameplay of this game is simple: you play as a man of about 30 years old, who rides around on a lawn mower and mows the grass.”
“As a mission systems engineer at NASA, I can't even begin to comprehend the intricate mechanics that are required to drive the lawnmower.”
“The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, making it feel more like a chore than an engaging experience.”
- emotional10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players consistently highlight the emotional depth of the game, with many expressing that it evokes strong feelings, including tears of joy. The touching storyline and in-depth mechanics contribute to its status as a masterpiece, making it a memorable and wholesome experience.
“Finished all the achievements and shed a tear.”
“What an emotional experience.”
“A truly great game, it has very in-depth mechanics and a touching storyline, a true masterpiece 11/10.”
- story8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story follows John Lawnmower on his heartfelt quest to eliminate uncut lawns, blending a touching narrative with intricate gameplay mechanics. Players have praised it as a masterpiece, highlighting its depth and emotional resonance.
“A truly great game, it has very in-depth mechanics and a touching storyline, a true masterpiece 11/10.”
“- stunning storyline.”
“A truly great game, it has very in-depth mechanics and a touching storyline, a true masterpiece 11/10.”
- music6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as calm and atmospheric, enhancing the relaxing experience of riding a lawn mower across various locations. While some users note a lack of variety in the soundtrack, the overall vibe contributes positively to the gameplay.
“Of course, there is little variety here, but still, calm music creates its own pleasant atmosphere.”
“In fact, it's a cool game; you turn on the music and go for a ride on the lawn mower. There are several locations where you can also relax and enjoy the experience.”
“Help Anthony Fantano, the internet's busiest music nerd, escape a crappy game.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game effectively captures a relatable atmosphere, reminiscent of the early morning disturbance from a lawn mower, complemented by calming music that adds a pleasant touch despite the lack of variety.
“Of course, there is little variety here, but still, calm music creates its own pleasant atmosphere.”
“The game conveys the full atmosphere of that dude who mows the grass under your window in the morning and does not let you sleep.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users report that the game suffers from significant stability issues, including game-breaking bugs and glitches, which detract from the overall experience.
“Game-breaking bugs and glitches make it a lot more frustrating!”
“The frequent crashes and instability ruin the overall experience.”
“I can't progress due to constant freezing and errors.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is generally considered lacking, though players can still manage to play without significant issues.
“Optimization is not up to par, but you can play.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as simple yet effective, contributing to an overall enjoyable and engaging experience. Players find the comedic elements to be a standout feature that enhances the game's appeal.
“Overall, I would say that we have a simple, yet funny and interesting game.”
“Overall, I would say that we have a simple, yet funny and interesting game.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
While some users find the game a bit too short, they feel that its replayability effectively compensates for this limitation, encouraging multiple playthroughs.
“The game may be a bit too short, but its replayability compensates for this.”
“Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, making it hard to put down.”
“With multiple endings and choices, I find myself coming back for more every time.”
“The game is a bit too short, but replayability compensates for this.”
“Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
“The lack of varied endings makes replaying feel pointless.”
