Plankton

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Plankton is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by PanGuoJun and was released on October 27, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Plankton" is a unique gaming experience that allows players to create and explore a self-contained biological world, filled with algorithmically generated organisms based on trigonometric functions. The game encourages players to contemplate the beauty and mystery of life in a drop of water, while providing an immersive and calming atmosphere, best enjoyed in a dark room alone. With added idle game elements, "Plankton" stands out as a form of virtual installation art.

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Single-Player

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

stability1 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features simplistic and minimalistic art that many players find appealing.
It provides a relaxing and low-stress gameplay experience, making it suitable for casual play or as a background activity.
Players appreciate the game's potential for easy achievements, making it enjoyable for those who enjoy completionist challenges.

The gameplay can be confusing and lacks sufficient guidance, leading to frustration for some players.
Many players feel that the game is more of a virtual pet simulator than a traditional game, with limited interactivity.
The user interface and window size are problematic, making it difficult to play on smaller monitors and lacking options for customization.

gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplistic and minimalistic design, which some players appreciate, though it often lacks sufficient guidance. While the mechanics allow for passive progression, players can still engage in enjoyable interactions, resulting in a fun experience despite its simplicity and limited active gameplay time. Overall, the game is free of glitches and offers a charming, albeit basic, gameplay experience.
- “Fairly simple gameplay, but quite fun.”
- “But overall, the gameplay was fun and I found no glitches, despite the young age of this game.”
- “And very simplistic art, but I like it as this developer is a master at minimalistic art and gameplay games well most of the time.”
- “Guidance on gameplay was nearly nonexistent, and I found out I could easily 'progress' by not doing anything at all and just letting the game run on its own.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
- “The controls are unresponsive at times, leading to frustrating moments that detract from the overall experience.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story conveys a powerful moral about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance can lead to unexpected outcomes. While the narrative is intriguing, it may not deliver intense emotional engagement or adrenaline-pumping moments.
- “The unknown story made everything intriguing!”
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Don't expect to get your heart pumping with adrenaline or to be completely consumed by the story.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, leaving you with little emotional investment in their journeys.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a relaxing and low-stress environment, complemented by a soothing graphical style that appeals to fans of tranquil gaming experiences.
- “If you are a fan of low-stress games with a relaxing atmosphere and graphical style, this will fit those aspects.”
- “The atmosphere feels bland and uninspired, lacking any real depth or engagement.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the overall ambiance is dull and fails to immerse the player.”
- “The environment is lifeless, making it hard to feel any connection to the game world.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their relaxing atmosphere and appealing style, making it a great choice for fans of low-stress gaming experiences.
- “If you are a fan of low-stress games with a relaxing atmosphere and graphical style, this will fit those aspects.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and animations are stiff, making the game visually unappealing.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall immersion.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as relaxing and soothing, providing a calming experience that enhances gameplay. Players appreciate its value, noting that it contributes positively to their overall enjoyment.
- “Combined with the chill music, it is a worthwhile and affordable experience.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Combined with chill music, it is a worthwhile and inexpensive experience.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report a stable gameplay experience with no glitches, indicating that the game performs well despite being relatively new.
- “Overall, the gameplay was fun, and I found no glitches, despite the young age of this game.”