- March 16, 2023
- New Roots
New Roots
82%Game Brain Score
graphics
gameplay, stability
95% User Score 38 reviews
Platforms
PC
Windows
About
In this story-driven pixel game set in a post-global warming world, a young capybara seeks to regrow the extinct native plants of their home with the help of their solarpunk community.
Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews
graphics2 positive mentions
gameplay1 negative mentions
- The game features charming characters and a cozy atmosphere, making it a delightful experience.
- The art style and writing are engaging, often evoking reflection and humor.
- It's a short but fun adventure that promotes themes of friendship and environmental awareness.
- The game is quite short, leaving players wanting more and feeling abruptly ended.
- Some characters feel flat and the world can seem artificial with lackluster interactions.
- The gameplay is marred by repetitive fetch quests and some amateurish design choices.
graphics4 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe graphics are highly praised for their fantastic art style and design, which effectively complement the game's writing and thematic elements. Reviewers appreciate the whimsical and reflective nature of the visuals, noting a surprising tonal shift that enhances the overall experience.
“The art is fantastic and the writing did occasionally get me to either reflect on current realities or chuckle out of whimsy, one time even due to a somewhat surprising tonal shift of a mature-immature situation.”
“I love the art style and design.”
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