Mendel

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Mendel is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Owen Bell and was released on September 6, 2018. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Mendel is a chill sandbox game about growing weird plants from alien genetics.

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Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

atmosphere1 positive mentions

graphics2 negative mentions

The game offers a relaxing and meditative experience, perfect for players who enjoy plant simulation and genetic experimentation.
Players appreciate the variety of plants and the satisfaction of creating unique hybrids through cross-breeding.
The whimsical graphics and charming atmosphere contribute to a delightful gameplay experience, making it a fun way to unwind.

The game suffers from various bugs and performance issues, especially when the number of plant entities increases, which can hinder gameplay.
Some players find the user interface clunky and in need of improvements, such as better visibility for plant traits and easier navigation.
The gameplay can feel simplistic and repetitive, with limited activities beyond breeding plants, which may not appeal to everyone.

graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The graphics are considered adequate, effectively serving their purpose while creating a whimsical atmosphere with smooth, boxy designs. The subtle details, like the wind interacting with plants, enhance the overall aesthetic, appealing to a specific demographic of gamers.
- “Graphics are not amazing, but adequate for the purpose, and the wind blowing through the higher plants makes them sway prettily.”
- “The boxy yet smooth graphics promote a whimsical atmosphere and creativity.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report that recent changes have negatively impacted the game's performance, leading to decreased playability due to optimization issues.
- “Too many changes, and the game becomes less playable due to performance issues.”
- “The optimization is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering.”
- “Despite the interesting gameplay, the poor optimization makes it frustrating to play.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is noted for being highly unstable and filled with bugs, but players still find it enjoyable and worth playing despite these issues.
- “This is by far the most buggy game in my library, yet somehow worth every moment of it.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's boxy yet smooth graphics contribute to a whimsical and creative atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience for players.
- “The boxy yet smooth graphics promote a whimsical atmosphere and creativity.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when it involves repeatedly traveling between locations to collect items like bulbs.
- “This makes it a little tedious to jet forth between plants to gather bulbs.”