Potata: fairy flower

The platforming is dull, the puzzles are insultingly simple or totally unexplained and the game lacks enough character to be memorable or stand on its own. Unless you're really desperate, I would suggest you look elsewhere.

65%Game Brain Score

story, gameplay

optimization, atmosphere

81% User Score Based on 31 reviews

Critic Score 66%Based on 6 reviews

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Potata: fairy flower is a single player arcade platformer game with a kids theme. It was developed by Potata Company and was released on December 16, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"Potata: Fairy Flower" is a charming adventure platformer that follows a young witch's journey through fairy forests to save her home. With a wonderful world to explore, relaxing gameplay, and numerous puzzles with multiple solutions, players can enjoy an immersive and exciting experience. The game features funny characters, bosses, and an engaging story, all brought to life by the talents of art director Anna Lepeshkina and programmer Alexey Zavrin.

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

story5 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features beautiful, colorful graphics and charming character designs that create an enchanting atmosphere.
Potata offers a variety of enjoyable puzzles and platforming challenges that are accessible yet engaging for players of different skill levels.
The soundtrack is lovely and complements the whimsical nature of the game, enhancing the overall experience.

The save system is confusing, requiring players to pay to save progress, which can lead to frustration if they die before saving.
The game suffers from poor localization, with many parts remaining untranslated or containing grammatical errors, which detracts from the storytelling.
Some gameplay mechanics, such as clunky controls and poorly designed puzzles, can lead to a frustrating experience, especially for players expecting a smoother platforming experience.

story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
73%
10%
The story in the game is described as basic and poorly executed, with clunky progression and a lack of coherence, often relying on scattered notes for lore. While some players appreciate the imaginative elements and character development, particularly of the protagonist Potata, others criticize the translation issues and nonsensical plot points. Overall, the narrative is seen as family-friendly but not particularly engaging or gripping, appealing more to younger audiences and fans of classic quest games.
- “The story revolves around a young girl named Potata who is obsessed with dewberry pies and getting into trouble.”
- “As the story progresses, her character evolves a bit and she becomes more helpful to those around her and less prone to causing trouble.”
- “An imaginative story unfolds as you go further and further into the fairy forest.”
- “The story is really basic.”
- “The background story/lore is kind of thrown throughout the game through notes randomly.”
- “The story progression of the game is nonsensical at best.”
gameplay
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
52%
12%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its fun combination of platforming, combat, and puzzles, as well as its interesting mechanics and exploration elements. However, others criticize it for its repetitive soundtrack, confusing design choices like the re-saving mechanic, and a lack of variety, leading to an overall unremarkable experience. While the game offers enjoyable moments and charm, many feel it could benefit from additional features and improvements to enhance the gameplay experience.
- “The gameplay of Potata is surprisingly fun, and is made up of a combination of platforming, combat, and puzzles.”
- “There are also puzzles built into the gameplay like pressing switches to move bridges and lifts; collecting pods which you can throw at blockages to clear your path; finding colored keys which open the corresponding colored lock; moving blocks to reach areas and finding cogs and then arranging them in the correct order.”
- “If you’re a fan of platformers, do read on because the game has some pretty great gameplay.”
- “Sadly, the gameplay does not help the situation either.”
- “The other problem with the gameplay is that it has a bunch of weird design choices.”
- “The gameplay is unremarkable, and hampered by confusing writing at times, but there are far worse things than an unambitious platformer.”
graphics
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
43%
14%
The graphics in *Potata: Fairy Flower* are widely praised for their hand-drawn cartoon style, featuring vibrant colors and detailed artwork that create a whimsical and inviting atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the game's impressive visuals as a standout aspect, contributing to an engaging and magical experience that complements its gameplay. Overall, the art style is described as cute, imaginative, and visually striking, making it one of the game's most appealing features.
- “Before you go anywhere, you’ll start in Potata’s cozy family home, rendered in some incredibly warm and detailed artwork.”
- “The graphics in Potata: Fairy Flower are done in a hand-drawn cartoon style and are very colorful and cute.”
- “The graphics in potata: fairy flower are done in a hand-drawn cartoon style and are very colorful and cute.”
- “Potata is a 2D puzzle platformer that features a colorful art style, some challenging bosses, and very well thought out puzzles.”
- “The artwork of the title is imaginative and visually striking, and is accompanied by a magical soundtrack that matches the game wonderfully.”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
23%
18%
The music in the game is generally praised for its charming and whimsical qualities, featuring a lovely celtic folklore vibe that complements the colorful fantasy world. However, some players find the soundtrack repetitive and limited in variety, which can detract from the overall experience. While many appreciate the enchanting and immersive nature of the music, there are calls for a more extensive soundtrack to enhance gameplay.
- “The soundtrack is lovely and the characters can be quite charming.”
- “The game has a cute design and fun folky music.”
- “The artwork of the title is imaginative and visually striking, and is accompanied by a magical soundtrack that matches the game wonderfully.”
- “But the gameplay does not go the same way and instead, uses very chill and folklore-based music tracks that unfortunately are also very short and limited in number.”
- “In fact, I think the soundtrack actually made me irritated because of how repetitive it was, making the gameplay more infuriating as a result.”
- “The enemies in the game are also incredibly cute, but I would like more variety; yet there are very few of them. About the visual and musical design, there’s nothing to say, just look and hear this game once.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
Overall, user feedback on optimization is mixed; while some players report no performance issues or bugs, others experience significant optimization problems, including excessive fan noise, indicating that the game may not be fully optimized.
- “I encountered no problems with performance, optimization, or, notably, any bugs in my time with Potata.”
- “I encountered no problems with performance, optimization, or, notably, any bugs in my time with Potata.”
- “ Optimization at points was low.”
- “My fans were going crazy at points in the game, so I suspect this game is not optimized fully.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The atmosphere of [i]potata: fairy flower[/i] is characterized by a relaxing and harmonious environment, enhanced by colorful graphics and a sense of friendship among characters. Players appreciate the cozy ambiance, which is complemented by engaging puzzles and a touch of positive humor, creating an immersive and enjoyable experience.
- “Fairy Flower is an enjoyable adventure puzzle platformer with good-looking art and a relaxing atmosphere.”
- “All the characters are very kind, and even though they often strive to pin the main character, an atmosphere of harmony and friendship reigns in this small world, creating an invisible dome over this forest.”
- “It's awesome that there are interesting puzzles to solve and places to think and engage your brain, hidden secrets, positive humor, and a cozy atmosphere!”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking any real sense of immersion or excitement.”
- “Despite the vibrant visuals, the overall atmosphere is dull and fails to evoke any emotional response.”
- “The game tries to create a sense of wonder, but the atmosphere ends up feeling lifeless and unengaging.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers appreciate the character designs, indicating that they contribute positively to the overall character development in the game.
- “The character development in this game is incredibly deep and engaging, making each character feel unique and relatable.”
- “I was amazed at how the characters evolved throughout the story, with their backstories and motivations being revealed in a compelling way.”
- “The choices I made significantly impacted the characters' growth, leading to a truly immersive experience.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting that a lack of resources can lead to a complete standstill when faced with unsolvable puzzles. This reliance on grinding or external guides detracts from the overall experience, as it can hinder progress significantly.
- “If you have nothing to buy a hint for a puzzle you can't solve, you won't be able to proceed without grinding or looking up a playthrough.”
- “This should be applied to all the puzzles because if you can’t find a walkthrough or do not have enough credits, you will come to a grinding halt if you can’t solve the puzzle.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is characterized by its whimsical and cute characters, alongside cleverly designed bosses that provide comedic moments. Each character is thoughtfully crafted, evoking sympathy and laughter, contributing to an overall lighthearted and entertaining experience.
- “The characters are funny, whimsical, and cute.”
- “The game features very funny bosses, each designed with intricate cunning that evokes sympathy for them.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that the emotional impact of the game is diminished by its mechanics, noting that unlike other titles like Celeste, where players can navigate challenges with finesse, this game often results in frustration through unavoidable damage or death.

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Potata: fairy flower is a arcade platformer game with kids theme.

Potata: fairy flower is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Potata: fairy flower was released on December 16, 2019.

Potata: fairy flower was developed by Potata Company.

Potata: fairy flower has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its optimization.

Potata: fairy flower is a single player game.

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