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Lemon Cake

86%Game Brain Score
graphics, gameplay
grinding, stability
86% User Score Based on 2,866 reviews

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In "Lemon Cake" , renovate a haunted bakery with the aid of a friendly ghost, unlocking new features and inviting the ghost to help serve customers. Tend to a greenhouse, growing fruits, raising animals, and harvesting ingredients for baking. Mix recipes and bake pastries in the kitchen, using homegrown ingredients for an authentic experience. This game is about running a cozy bakery, growing your own ingredients, and befriending a helpful ghost.

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86%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,866 reviews
graphics266 positive mentions
grinding396 negative mentions

  • Adorable art style and graphics that create a cozy atmosphere.
  • Engaging gameplay with a satisfying progression system and unlockable recipes.
  • Fun and relaxing experience, perfect for casual gaming sessions.
  • Controls can be clunky and imprecise, leading to frustration during gameplay.
  • Game can become repetitive and grindy, especially in the late stages.
  • High costs for upgrades and slow money accumulation can hinder progress.
  • graphics
    544 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their adorable and cozy art style, which enhances the overall relaxing atmosphere. Players appreciate the cute, cel-shaded visuals and the charming design of characters and environments, making it visually appealing and reminiscent of nostalgic gaming experiences. However, some critiques mention that while the graphics are delightful, the gameplay can become repetitive, potentially overshadowing the visual enjoyment.

    • “The graphics are absolutely adorable, with a cozy art style that fits the game’s relaxing tone.”
    • “The art style is absolutely adorable, the animation is buttery smooth, and I have encountered zero glitches.”
    • “The graphics are super pleasing with bright colors and soft shapes, the story is super cute but not overdone, and the gameplay is engaging.”
    • “The visuals are cute, but the gameplay is extremely repetitive and tedious.”
    • “The ideas, art style, and general vision for the game I think is good, but execution lets it down.”
    • “The graphics are too cutesy for my taste, but that is not really an issue.”
  • gameplay
    450 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of *Lemon Cake* is characterized by its simple mechanics and cozy atmosphere, making it approachable for casual players. However, many users find the gameplay to be repetitive and grindy, with some mechanics feeling clunky or frustrating, which can detract from the overall experience. While the game offers a satisfying progression system and charming visuals, the lack of variety and the tedious nature of certain tasks may lead to a sense of monotony over time.

    • “The gameplay itself is simple yet satisfying, with just enough challenge to keep you engaged.”
    • “The low-pressure gameplay lets you focus solely on keeping your bakery in order, making it a relaxing escape.”
    • “It's the kind of game that proves you don't need complex mechanics to create a thoroughly satisfying experience.”
    • “That said, the repetitive nature of the gameplay can start to feel grindy if you try to power through it all at once.”
    • “I really wanted to like it, but commands remind me of PS1 games and the gameplay is grindy and repetitive.”
    • “The gameplay is extremely repetitive and tedious.”
  • grinding
    396 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews indicate that the game features a significant amount of grinding, which many players find tedious and repetitive, especially as they progress. While some appreciate the grind as a means to extend gameplay and enjoy the cozy atmosphere, others feel it detracts from the overall experience, leading to frustration and boredom. Overall, the game's grindiness is a polarizing aspect, appealing to those who enjoy such mechanics but potentially alienating players seeking a more streamlined experience.

    • “Was fun initially but got kinda grindy... reached lvl 15 and uninstalled :(”
    • “You require way too much time to finish the game, let alone complete it, so the game grows more and more tedious until it's almost unbearable.”
    • “The game quickly becomes stale and grindy.”
  • music
    214 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally described as cute, calming, and fitting well with the game's aesthetic, enhancing the overall relaxing experience. However, many players noted that the soundtrack can become repetitive over time, leading to frustration during extended play sessions. While some appreciated the variety in music for different times of day, others wished for more options to keep the audio experience fresh.

    • “The music is lovely and often upbeat, though it is relaxing where appropriate.”
    • “The music is amazing and does a great job keeping you immersed, plus the different themes for each part of the day queue you in to when you need to transition from the easy morning to the more intense (but still low pressure) lunch rush.”
    • “The graphics and music make a super charming atmosphere, even though it can be very chill at peak hours you definitely have your hands full with very engaging gameplay.”
    • “My frustration was amplified by the music, which speeds up a little during lunch rush but otherwise plays on an endless loop; it quickly goes from cute to dull to annoying.”
    • “The music is repetitive and boring.”
    • “Sadly the game is lacking in the song department because throughout the entire gameplay, I have been listening to the same song again and again; it was so repetitive that I would rather turn the background music off and listen to a different song on my music player.”
  • story
    188 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in *Lemon Cake* is generally described as cute and charming, featuring a light narrative about running a haunted bakery with a friendly ghost. However, many players feel that the story is minimal and lacks depth, with repetitive dialogue and little character interaction, leading to a sense of grind without significant plot progression. While some appreciate the simplicity and relaxing nature of the game, others express disappointment over the missed opportunities for a more engaging storyline.

    • “If you enjoy intimate games that are about pastries, like a cute little storyline and enjoy relaxing as you let your thoughts drift, this is the game for you.”
    • “The graphics are super pleasing with bright colors and soft shapes, the story is super cute but not overdone, and the gameplay is engaging.”
    • “The story is wholesome and charming (that little ghost is adorable).”
    • “It's missing any kind of storyline to make me care enough to progress.”
    • “There really isn’t a lot to do, and to be clear, the entire main story revolves around you getting the lemon cake recipe which you get at level 38, and only 4.2% of players ever got that far.”
    • “There is no story, nothing to work towards really, no tidbit of information you're dying to know or emotional connection to the character.”
  • emotional
    90 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is overwhelmingly described as cute, wholesome, and heartwarming, providing a cozy experience that helps alleviate stress. While it lacks a deep narrative or emotional connection to characters, its charming graphics and engaging gameplay create a soothing atmosphere that players find addictive and enjoyable. Overall, it is highly recommended for those seeking a lighthearted and comforting gaming experience.

    • “Such a soothing and heartwarming game.”
    • “It is very comfy and made me feel less sad when times were hard.”
    • “The story is wholesome and charming (that little ghost is adorable).”
  • stability
    52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, such as freezing, disappearing items, and unresponsive controls. While some players find the issues manageable and appreciate the game's charm, others deem the glitches game-breaking and recommend against it. Overall, the game exhibits a mix of minor and major stability problems that detract from the overall experience.

    • “Super cute game, runs great and the pace isn't too fast or too slow.”
    • “The controls are so buggy and messy.”
    • “I had to force-quit multiple times because of similar glitches.”
    • “There is a game-breaking glitch where after you pick a new recipe after leveling up, everything freezes and I have to restart the game; hope this gets fixed soon.”
  • atmosphere
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its cozy and comforting qualities, enhanced by adorable art and pleasant music, reminiscent of titles like Stardew Valley. While many players appreciate the relaxing vibe and simple gameplay, some note that certain mechanics can disrupt this coziness, leading to moments of tedium. Overall, the game successfully creates a warm and inviting environment suitable for leisurely play, despite occasional challenges.

    • “The art style is adorable, the atmosphere in the game is very comforting, and the gameplay is the perfect amount of simple yet satisfying.”
    • “A cute and cartoonish art style and pleasant background music combine to give the game a warm atmosphere that suits a baking game perfectly.”
    • “Very sweet management game with a relaxing atmosphere.”
    • “The concept of lemon cake is cute and has a more 'cozy' style atmosphere, but the gameplay mechanics halt that cozy feeling and make the game tedious.”
    • “It has a good base concept, but lacks user-friendly gameplay for the relaxed kind of atmosphere it seems to advertise.”
    • “But the comfy atmosphere is kind of worn out when you're stuck rotating between chump change menus because people don't like it when you've got blueberry bagels on the board more than twice a week.”
  • optimization
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it runs smoothly with minimal bugs and charming animations, players find it lacks depth in its optimization mechanics, leading to a somewhat clunky experience. The controls feel off, and the game does not provide engaging long-term rewards, making it less satisfying for those seeking a more simulation-focused experience. Overall, it offers a fun time but falls short in delivering a rewarding optimization system.

    • “It's very fun and it runs smoothly, the animation is soooo cute.”
    • “Once you get the magic broom and automatic sprinklers, everything runs smoothly.”
    • “It's a good idea to manage your time well and plan out how you want your service to run smoothly.”
    • “But it also wasn't a deep optimization to the point where that felt rewarding either.”
    • “The pace feels clunky and the controls do not feel good, and a lot of things are put here and there like artificial obstacles to optimization.”
    • “The main issue is there's not really anything engaging in the continued play outside of those small rewards of optimization.”
  • monetization
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game is praised for its absence of ads and microtransactions, setting it apart from many mobile games that are criticized for being cash grabs. Players appreciate the game's heart and depth, likening it to beloved titles like Diner Dash and Cake Mania, while expressing relief at not being pressured to spend real money for in-game currency. Overall, it is seen as a refreshing alternative in a market saturated with exploitative monetization practices.

    • “Perfect for people who love games like Diner Dash or Cake Mania but without the microtransactions/ads - and a whole lot more heart!”
    • “That's why I love this game, no ads, very cute graphics, and a cute bakery theme!”
    • “These days everything on the market is either those unfulfilling 'click grid' restaurant games that don't have a proper time management mechanic, or they're not-really-free-to-play mobile games literally engineered to make gameplay as frustrating as possible to bleed users dry via microtransactions that would eventually total far, far more than is sensible to pay for any task management game.”
    • “I could be wrong, but it feels like this game was made to be a cash grab.”
    • “I'd been playing some mobile games lately, but they're all full of ads or very pushy with getting you to pay real money for in-game currency.”
    • “These days everything on the market is either those unfulfilling 'click grid' restaurant games that don't have a proper time management mechanic, or they're not really free-to-play mobile games literally engineered to make gameplay as frustrating as possible to bleed users dry via microtransactions that would eventually total far more than is sensible to pay for any task management game.”
  • replayability
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, reviews indicate mixed feelings about the game's replayability. While some players find it addictive and enjoyable, noting high rewards for in-game purchases, others feel the content is too limited for sustained replay value. Suggestions for future updates to enhance depth and replayability have also been mentioned.

    • “I feel that it has a great replay value too - the items in the shop have a high cost but high reward.”
    • “Tldr: addicting and fun, very trimmed-down content, not much replay value.”
    • “Not much replay value but definitely family friendly for not easily bored children (or those who are a child at heart).”
    • “Should the game get some more depth in the simulation area and some replay value through updates, later on, there might be some more percentages in here.”
  • humor
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its cuteness and nostalgic charm reminiscent of the GameCube era, featuring funny characters like the mustache inspector bug guy and engaging secret interactive elements. Players appreciate the wholesome nature of the humor, which enhances the overall enjoyment and encourages continued gameplay.

    • “The mustache inspector bug guy is really funny.”
    • “Really cute, funny, and well-made game :)”
    • “I love the wholesome humor, and the upgrading system makes me want to just keep playing forever to get all the animals and goodies!”
  • character development
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is highlighted by charming and sweet character designs, particularly the ghosts and kitties, which contribute to an overall appealing aesthetic. Players appreciate the customizable options that allow for personal expression, making it easy to adapt character designs to their preferences. The simplicity and cuteness of the outfits enhance the game's accessibility and enjoyment.

    • “I love the overall art, character designs, the customizable characters, and how easy it is to pick up and play.”
    • “The mechanics are great, the character design is cute, and I appreciate all the work put in.”
    • “It's not a big deal; I just translated my usual (male) character design to a feminine version and just played as a girl, and that was nice.”
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7h Median play time
10h Average play time
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*Based on 32 analyzed playthroughs
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