PHYSARUM: Slime Mold Simulator

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PHYSARUM is a sandbox simulation game. Simulate the real world slime mold Physarum polycephalum by generating millions of living particles. Create and mutate slime species in real time to discover countless mesmerizing and emergent patterns.

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

51%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

The developer shows a strong commitment to accurately simulating the research paper's contents through a digital medium.
The program offers a unique and trippy simulation experience, particularly enjoyable for those interested in particle-based simulations.
The developer is responsive to community feedback, adding requested features and improvements.

Many users reported that the full game does not work as expected, with some claiming there is no slime present in the game.
The promotional materials are misleading, as the actual effects and features do not match what is shown in the videos.
The game lacks practical use for most players and may not appeal to those looking for a traditional gaming experience.

graphics
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Users appreciate the graphics for their potential to create unique and visually appealing effects, particularly when used with video synthesis and streaming. The ability to incorporate these visuals into platforms like Twitch adds an innovative twist to traditional gameplay aesthetics.
- “I have mainly been using it in video mode with ripped VHS tapes to get some cool visuals for streaming and video synthesis.”
- “Aside from just playing with it, I could imagine incorporating it into my Twitch stream, replacing my normal webcam source with a game capture source that's capturing this program. Not all the time, but as a gimmick for whatever reason, like matching the game's aesthetic when playing Tetris Effect.”
music
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The background music in the game is praised for its lovely quality, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The background music is also lovely!”