MatchyGotchy
- January 31, 2018
- Silverware Games, Inc.
- 7h median play time
Get on SteamGet your own Star and visit Xanadu! MatchyGotchy helps you to collect different stars as digital pets to call your own. Travel the galaxy and get yourself that fancy intergalactic Xanadu pool party you always wanted. Tamagotchi style!
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Cute graphics and charming animations reminiscent of Tamagotchi.
- Simple and relaxing gameplay, perfect for casual players and multitasking.
- Free to play with no ads or microtransactions, making it accessible for everyone.
- Repetitive gameplay with minimal interactions, leading to boredom over time.
- Achievements can be grindy and require significant time investment for completion.
- Lacks depth and variety, making it feel like an idle game rather than an engaging pet simulator.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and relaxation, featuring tasks like hatching creatures, feeding them, and cleaning their environment. While some players appreciate the cutesy animations and balanced mechanics, others find the experience repetitive and lacking depth, suggesting that creature properties could enhance engagement. Overall, the game is not designed for intense interaction, appealing more to those seeking a laid-back experience.
“The gameplay is really simple: you hatch a star from an egg, make it build little spaceships to reach Xanadu, feed it, play with it, give it medicine when it's sick, and squash bugs to clean the room.”
“Gameplay-wise, you use your mouse to feed your planet burgers for food and candy for happiness.”
“Matchygotchy may be potentially distracting but is mechanically comfortably balanced.”
“On the other end, repetitive music and boring gameplay.”
“Do you play rock paper scissors for 10 minutes and then say dead game no progress weak development wouldn't recommend flipping nora what do you guys review your 2 minutes hands every night no progress weak gameplay???”
“Don't go into a game like this expecting lots of interactive gameplay, as that is not what this game aims to be.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their cute and smooth art style, which appeals to players looking for a laid-back experience. While some reviewers note the graphics as a key factor in their enjoyment, others suggest that the aesthetic may not engage younger audiences as effectively. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's calming atmosphere, attracting a small but enthusiastic fanbase.
“Fun game, easy laid-back play clicking game... smooth and nice graphic style.”
“The art style of this game is why I decided to give it a go, also the fact that it was free.”
“The artwork is what keeps me attracted to it.”
“Graphics & interface: 6/10”
“Great for stressed out adults needing something to calm them down, but it might bore kids despite its cute aesthetic design.”
“Being a fan of the casual genre, this was nothing less of it and its aesthetic is very comparable to what others have already stated, being that of the children's game Tamagotchi.”
- grinding10 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some achievements are easily attainable, others require significant time investment, leading to a tedious gameplay experience. Notably, certain achievements demand extensive grinding, such as clicking a button 300 times or exploring areas extensively, which can detract from overall enjoyment. However, some users appreciate the lack of in-app purchases and the game's ability to remain engaging despite the grind.
“This is one of the few free games that has some content, has achievements, and is not too grindy.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“Get it for the achievements, but know that at least two of them are grindy as all hell.”
“Info for achievement hunters: the last few achievements are a bit grindy; you need to semi-idle for at least 5-6 hours to get all of them.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as adorable and entertaining, making it an ideal choice for players looking for a lighthearted experience without the need for deep thinking. While it may be short and simple, its comedic elements provide enjoyable moments throughout.
“Adorable and funny.”
“Great game for when you don't want to think about anything and just click things to make funny things happen.”
“It's free, easy, maybe a little short, but it's funny.”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate that Silverware Games actively listens to their community's opinions, contrasting it with other games like League of Legends and MapleStory that seem indifferent to player feedback. This engagement fosters a more inclusive and responsive storytelling experience.
- monetization3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its genuine free-to-play model, featuring no pay-to-win elements, ads, or in-app purchases, allowing players to enjoy a grindy idle experience without any financial barriers.
“There's not much to it, but it's truly free to play, with no pay-to-win mechanics and no ads that I saw.”
“It's just an innocent grindy idle game with no in-app purchases!”
“Oh, it's free and currently has no ads or microtransactions, so why not waste ten hours?!”
- music3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is characterized by its cheerful and upbeat nature, contributing to a vibrant atmosphere filled with positivity. However, some players find it repetitive and feel that it detracts from the overall gameplay experience.
“From the gaudy colors and cheery music to the squeaky voices and funny faces, the game is throwing all its positivity at the player for better or worse.”
“The music is repetitive and contributes to the boring gameplay.”
“The game is filled with gaudy colors and cheerful music, but it feels overwhelming with its squeaky voices and exaggerated characters.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be deeply engaging, as the cute and endearing nature of the space pets can evoke strong attachments, leading to heartwarming moments as well as poignant feelings during their times of need. Overall, the experience is described as wholesome and lovable, making it a memorable emotional journey.
“The sounds fit nicely with the space pets, and they are often cute but can get heartbreaking when they're in desperate need.”
“But do go into this game expecting to become attached to your little stars, and have a very wholesome, cute, and lovable experience!”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users have reported stability issues, particularly with achievement progress, where the save and exit feature fails to retain certain game states, such as losing collected hearts for achievements. This has led to frustration and a perception of the game being buggy at times.
“It felt buggy at points for the achievement progress itself, because even though the save and exit feature was implemented, I was still losing, for example, all of my hearts that I had earned on one star (the Happies achievement) each time.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it impossible to enjoy the experience without constant interruptions.”
“I encountered numerous glitches that disrupted gameplay, leading to frustrating moments and loss of progress.”
