Of Life and Land

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Of Life and Land is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Kerzoven and was released on April 2, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Of Life and Land" is a settlement building game where you manage resources, economy, and the needs of your citizens in remote, wild environments. Experience different seasons and climates, and decide how to interact with the local wildlife as you try to find a balance between nature and civilization. Every decision you make will have an impact on the living ecosystem and the growth of your settlement.

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 152 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

The game features a deep and immersive simulation of both human and environmental interactions, creating a vibrant and dynamic world.
The art style is charming and the music is calming, contributing to a relaxing gameplay experience.
The developers are actively engaged with the community, implementing feedback and updates that enhance the game.

The game can be extremely slow-paced, with villagers taking a long time to complete basic tasks, which can lead to frustration.
There are significant balance issues, with unclear mechanics that can make gameplay feel tedious and repetitive over time.
The tutorial is not very helpful, leaving players confused about how to effectively manage their settlements and resources.

gameplay
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
66%
7%
The gameplay offers a unique and engaging experience with a focus on slow-paced city building and in-depth ecosystem simulation, though it can become repetitive over time due to a lack of goals and limited random generation, impacting replayability. While the mechanics are intuitive and provide depth, some features, like hunting and late-game trading, feel awkward or unbalanced, leading to a steep learning curve. Overall, the game is visually appealing and immersive, encouraging players to explore its mechanics, despite moments of waiting and ambiguity in gameplay.
- “Gameplay: For so long, I have wanted a slow-paced city builder, where your people are tied to their professions, and curating a proper environment for them to live in truly matters.”
- “The in-depth simulation of not just villagers but the whole ecosystem is very refreshing, making the world feel alive and giving gameplay a lot of depth.”
- “With its serene atmosphere, engaging gameplay mechanics, and emphasis on balance and harmony, this game provides players with a deeply rewarding and meditative gaming experience.”
- “The gameplay becomes somewhat repetitive over time, and at some point you may get bored because of a lack of goals. However, I see this as an opportunity to set your own goals.”
- “The developer's solution to this critical problem with the gameplay experience was not to address balance issues, but instead to implement an 'extremely generous' game speed slider.”
- “Much of the mechanics are unclear or ambiguous.”
graphics
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
44%
9%
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many players praising the cute and lively art style, particularly its low-poly aesthetic that contributes to a calming atmosphere. However, some users express disappointment that the in-game visuals do not match the promotional images, especially at higher settings. Overall, the graphics are described as pleasant and engaging, enhancing the gameplay experience.
- “I love the art style so much, and once I figured out the menu screens, it was easy to use and makes a lot of sense.”
- “It's just very pleasant to play in that it's relaxing and aesthetically pleasing at the same time it occupies your attention, which is what I look for in a game like this.”
- “A really chill and cozy ecosystem builder in a sweet low poly art style.”
- “Visuals: even on the highest possible graphical settings, it unfortunately looks nothing like the beautiful pictures and videos used to advertise it.”
- “The low-poly graphics is something that I don't like much, but it's not that bad.”
- “Visuals: even on the highest possible graphical settings, it unfortunately looks nothing like the beautiful pictures and videos used to advertise it.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and immersive qualities, featuring soothing sounds like rain and a starry backdrop that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers find it perfect for relaxation, particularly highlighting the main menu music as exceptionally tranquil.
- “The music, rain sounds, and starry backdrop make it immersive and perfect for unwinding after a long day of work.”
- “The main menu music is just so relaxing as well.”
- “It's an amazing concept honestly, and the music is decent and calm, which I like.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story in the game starts off engaging with well-designed tutorials and quests that effectively teach players how to navigate the gameplay. However, it quickly devolves into a repetitive cycle of building and upgrading, leading to a lack of depth and excitement as players progress.
- “Just before the tutorial and main quests were completed, it turned into a boring formula of 'build all the unlocked buildings, increase speed x300 until completed, continue until a new stage is unlocked, rinse and repeat.'”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers note that the game's replayability is currently limited due to a lack of random generation, which may affect long-term engagement. However, they appreciate that the developers prioritized core simulation and gameplay over hastily adding replayability features.
- “The only real drawback is the lack of random generation, so replayability might be limited at the moment. However, it's early access, and clearly the focus has been on core simulation and gameplay instead of rushing replayability at the expense of playability.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is reported to be well-optimized, with users experiencing no glitches or crashes, indicating a high level of stability and a mature stage of development.
- “On the technical side, the game seems to be very nicely optimized. I encountered no glitches or crashes, and the game appears to be overall quite advanced in its development.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its serene atmosphere, which, combined with engaging gameplay mechanics and a focus on balance and harmony, creates a deeply rewarding and meditative experience for players.
- “With its serene atmosphere, engaging gameplay mechanics, and emphasis on balance and harmony, this game provides players with a deeply rewarding and meditative gaming experience.”