Mushroom Picker Simulator

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Mushroom Picker Simulator is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Poroshin Develop and was released on August 19, 2020. It received neutral reviews from players.

Mushroom Picker Simulator is a mushroom search and collection simulator that will involve you in hunting many different mushrooms growing in the wild. Collect mushrooms, enjoy walking in the forest, complete missions, improve your hut and your equipment. You will play the role of a mushroom picker living in a hut. You will be able to find 100 types of real mushrooms growing in large areas of con…

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Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

humor2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a relaxing experience with a detailed environment that immerses players in nature, complete with realistic sounds and visuals.
There is a variety of mushrooms to discover, each with scientific names and different values based on rarity, which adds an educational aspect to the gameplay.
Players who enjoy exploration and gathering may find enjoyment in the game despite its flaws, as it can serve as a unique hobby for mushroom picking enthusiasts.

The game lacks a proper tutorial, making it difficult for new players to understand the mechanics and navigate the map effectively.
Gameplay is hindered by numerous bugs and design issues, such as poor map navigation, high costs for upgrades, and frustrating mechanics that limit player progression.
The survival elements, including energy and health management, are poorly explained, leading to confusion and frustration during gameplay.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of frustration and satisfaction; new players find the lack of clear tutorials and expensive upgrades discouraging, while some appreciate the relaxing gameplay loop despite encountering bugs. The game's mechanics, including limited chances for progression, are seen as frustrating, suggesting that clearer instructions and smoother design could enhance the overall experience.
- “I actually felt pretty satisfied with the gameplay loop - in a way, the game was relaxing to play if I wasn’t struck with bugs.”
- “The game really isn’t that hard to figure out, but there are some strange designs that a formal introduction to the controls and basic gameplay elements could help keep players tuned in.”
- “I had 1.77 hours of gameplay and as a new player, nothing seemed to be explained through the basic tutorials most games give you when you start.”
- “Taking notes of the full gameplay, I noticed that items to upgrade were way too expensive to get from the very start. 500$ in-game for just getting food?”
- “Overall, while I could see myself enjoying the game as an idle-mind activity, the bugs and strange gameplay decisions really hold this game back.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
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The story aspect of the game is criticized for its confusing mechanics and frustrating mission design, such as spawning issues and inventory limitations that hinder gameplay. Players find the educational element regarding mushrooms interesting, but the lack of a starting encyclopedia and the difficulty of missions detract from the overall experience.
- “It's also very educational; after several missions, you'll probably know some of the names of the beautiful mushrooms before you get the prompt, 'Oh, that's a (insert scientific name here), it's worth (insert retail value here)' due to repetition, especially those that are worth $120!”
- “During one mission, the game spawned me at a bus stop, which means I got sent back to the menu before I even had a chance to load the level.”
- “It doesn’t make sense as to why you don’t start with the mushroom encyclopedia when the first mission asks you to retrieve inedible mushrooms.”
- “You can’t pick up non-mushroom mission items if your mushroom inventory is full, but picking up a non-mushroom mission item doesn’t take a mushroom slot.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by a playful mockery of the player's misfortunes, such as dying from snake bites and losing licenses, which adds a comedic twist to the frustrating gameplay. While it can lead to moments of rage, many players find this dark humor entertaining rather than problematic.
- “These bars tell you nothing at the beginning; they are simply mocking you, laughing at you after being bitten by snakes, breaking your legs, and ultimately dying, losing a license, gaining no money, and making you want to rage quit.”
- “That’s more so just funny than an actual problem, though.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game is not playable on lower-end graphics hardware, specifically mentioning issues with the Intel UHD 620 graphic card, indicating that the graphics requirements may be too demanding for such systems.
- “I can't play the game with my Intel UHD 620 graphics card.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack detail.”
- “The textures are low resolution and make the game look unpolished.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report significant stability issues, particularly with the game freezing upon attempting to access certain features, accompanied by an "out of video memory" error message. This suggests potential problems with memory allocation and overall performance.
- “It opens, but when I click the 'Go to Forest' button, it freezes and displays an 'Out of video memory trying to allocate resolution' message.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress.”
- “I experience constant lag and stuttering, which ruins the overall gameplay experience.”