Miniland Adventure: Prologue

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CHECK OUT MORE GAMES FROM OUR FRIENDS [/url about][/img] [url] Miniland: Prologue is a part of the full version of Miniland and is completely free. The most important is that prologue allows you to get into the world of Miniland so you will be fully ready before the final product release! Build your own world and fight against your enemies Miniland is a game where you can do anything you w…

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 167 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

grinding6 negative mentions

The game features charming graphics and a cute art style that enhances the overall experience.
Gameplay is relaxing and enjoyable, with a variety of crafting and building options that keep players engaged.
The game has potential for expansion and improvement, with many players expressing excitement for the full release.

The inability to save progress is a major drawback, leading to frustration for players who lose their hard-earned advancements.
The user interface can be confusing and clunky, making it difficult to navigate and manage inventory effectively.
Gameplay can feel slow and tedious, especially in the early stages where players are often left waiting for resources to unlock.

gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
47%
18%
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of experiences, with some players enjoying the fun and relaxing mechanics reminiscent of games like Stardew Valley and Minecraft, while others criticize the gameplay for being mundane and mechanically awkward. Key issues include unclear instructions for critical features, a lack of engaging building options, and frustrating progression barriers tied to character choices. Despite these criticisms, some players see potential in the game and appreciate its art and sound design.
- “The short gameplay gave me Stardew and Minecraft vibes.”
- “Fun and relaxing game with nice game mechanics.”
- “Overall, I give Miniland Adventures a 9/10 for having good SFX & art, a fun gameplay loop that kept me playing, and simple yet engaging building.”
- “Not bad, but the game should at least mention that you can open the world edit menu with the spacebar to access more playing area, as it is a critical gameplay feature.”
- “The gameplay is crazy jank: if you don't start with a sheep on your island, then you must restart; otherwise, it will take forever to actually make progress since getting metal is locked behind having fabric, and getting fabric is locked behind having a sheep. If you don't want to kill the sheep, you also need metal (and not early game metal).”
- “The hunger and thirst mechanics feel unthought out; just eat and drink every now and again, why?”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
The graphics in Miniland Adventure: Prologue are widely praised for their stunning detail, vibrant colors, and charming art style, reminiscent of games like Stardew Valley and Minecraft. However, some users note that the aesthetics can be less readable compared to other sandbox games, and there are concerns about the game's performance on lower-end systems. Overall, the graphics evoke a nostalgic feel similar to titles like Terraria and Apico.
- “First and foremost, the graphics in Miniland Adventure: Prologue are stunning.”
- “The attention to detail in the game world, character design, and the overall aesthetic is top-notch.”
- “The vibrant colors and charming art style make it a joy to explore every nook and cranny of this virtual world.”
- “The aesthetics are decent, but nowhere near as easily readable as Forager or any other sandbox game.”
- “The game puts a heavy strain on my graphics card for no apparent reason.”
- “Graphics feel like Terraria, and gameplay feels like Minecraft.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
86%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, often requiring significant effort to progress, particularly in resource collection and crafting. While the game has charm, many reviewers feel that the grind detracts from the overall experience, making it less appealing compared to similar titles. Overall, the grinding is seen as a major hurdle that may discourage potential players.
- “In Miniland Adventures, you collect resources to... collect resources. Maybe the goblins are cool, but you're not going to get there without grinding.”
- “As of the prologue, while the game is quite charming, it is incredibly grindy and tedious.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The game "Miniland" is noted for its lack of a traditional narrative, as players engage more as co-creators rather than participants in a structured story. While the gameplay is enjoyable, many users feel that it misses a compelling storyline, limiting immersion and competition.
- “Participants look at the game from the perspective of the author of the story, rather than from the perspective of immersion or competition.”
- “The non-host controls the story and allows the players to act within the narrow confines of a predetermined adventure, but the players themselves influence the fictional world as the role of creator is shared among all participants.”
- “There is no story in Miniland as far as I know.”
- “Participants look at the game from the position of the author of the story, and not from the position of immersion or competition.”
- “Great game but lacks story.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
20%
60%
The music in the game has received largely negative feedback, with players finding it repetitive and annoying, often describing it as forgettable and simplistic. Many noted that it lacks variety, comparing it to a single line of a song played on loop, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “This game features pretty simple sounds, a good soundtrack, and chirping crickets.”
- “The music is annoying; it keeps repeating and it's not calming.”
- “Music was forgettable.”
- “The music is akin to someone singing that old 'Oh My Darling, Clementine' song with only the first line, over and over.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers praise the game's character development for its exceptional attention to detail in character design and the immersive aesthetic of the game world, contributing to a rich and engaging experience.
- “The attention to detail in the game world, character design, and the overall aesthetic is top-notch.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The optimization of the game has been criticized due to poor performance issues related to the light engine, leading to noticeable lag and frame rate drops during gameplay. Players have expressed frustration over these technical shortcomings, which detract from the overall experience.
- “The performance of the light engine is severely lacking, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.”
- “I encountered significant lag and stuttering due to poor optimization, especially in areas with complex lighting.”
- “The game's optimization issues with the light engine make it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, users report that Miniland is a stable game with minimal bugs, contributing to a smooth gaming experience.
- “Miniland is primarily a bug-free game.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it enhances the overall experience.”