Potion Commotion

About

In "Potion Commotion," help the wizard Wogglebogg keep his potion business afloat by growing ingredients in a magical garden and using them to create various potions. Earn coins and elixirs to expand your garden and increase your potion-making capabilities, but beware of sneaky pests that will try to steal your resources. The game features idle gameplay with optional active tasks, providing a mix of relaxation and engagement.

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Play Modes

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

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 91 reviews

music7 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

Potion Commotion features charming graphics and engaging voice acting, making it appealing for young children and casual players.
The game offers a variety of tasks and achievements, keeping players entertained with its quirky humor and colorful design.
It allows for both active and idle gameplay, making it suitable for players who want to engage with the game or let it run in the background.

The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, leading to a sense of grindiness as players progress.
Some players find the navigation and mechanics cumbersome, making it tedious to switch between different areas and manage resources.
The game may not hold the attention of older players or those seeking a more complex gaming experience, as it is primarily designed for a younger audience.

music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
38%
19%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its charm and ability to complement the gameplay, while others found it repetitive or annoying enough to turn off. The voiceovers are generally well-received, enhancing the overall experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered enjoyable, with some players recommending the purchase of the OST.
- “Splendid voiceovers and the music complements well with the game; shout out to hmn music and the developer, keep up the good work!”
- “The voice acting and music are very nice to listen to, and the game keeps your attention by offering new content frequently.”
- “The soundtrack is great, and the voiceovers were very well done.”
- “The music is alright, and the voiceover is not bad, even though the game talks a lot, maybe even too much.”
- “The music is unoffensive, but fine.”
- “I turned the music off after about 10 minutes.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
50%
21%
The graphics of the game are characterized by a quirky, cutesy art style that some players find charming, despite being basic and childlike. While the visuals may not be technically impressive, they effectively complement the gameplay and contribute to an enjoyable experience with bright colors and a fun aesthetic. Overall, the graphics are seen as a mixed bag, offering charm and appeal while lacking in polish.
- “It has a charm about it with cutesy graphics, decent voice acting, lots of resources to harvest and collect, and a bunch of potions to craft.”
- “Last, but certainly not least, I love the bright colors and fun art style the game embodies.”
- “There is a gorgeous art style and music that accompanies it perfectly.”
- “The mechanics and incremental elements are polished enough, unlike the artwork, to keep my brain crunching on numbers and dopamine.”
- “The childlike graphics could put you off what is in fact a complex idle game with a lot of content.”
- “The graphics are pretty basic, but they have a lot of charm.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
The gameplay is generally described as basic and can become repetitive, lacking strategic depth and challenge over time. While the mechanics are polished and the quirky atmosphere is appreciated, players express a desire for increased difficulty and more engaging elements as they progress. However, the core loop of managing resources and designing ingredient farms remains enjoyable for many, with some finding it more engaging than typical clicker games.
- “The mechanics and incremental elements are polished enough to keep my brain crunching on numbers and dopamine.”
- “The graphics are good, the gameplay is fun and not boring like other clicker games; there are missions and secrets to discover.”
- “The core gameplay loop is one that I'm already hooked on, and I'm constantly thinking of new ways to design my garden to make the most of the space.”
- “You can quickly hit a point where the gameplay feels repetitive, with little strategic depth or challenge to keep you hooked long-term.”
- “The gameplay is very basic for an idle game.”
- “What I mean is that you have your resources, and while you unlock more different ingredients and potions, not much changes gameplay-wise.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
The game's story is engaging and features a sweet narrative centered around helping a character, enhanced by comedic dialogue and unique quests. Players appreciate the variety of tasks and the well-thought-out quest design, which includes fully voice-acted interactions. Overall, the story complements the gameplay, making it an entertaining experience filled with humor and exploration.
- “The quests themselves are just as impressively well thought through as they are entertaining, while each one stays unique.”
- “All of the tasks with a story are fully voice acted, including the characters you don't see anywhere else.”
- “Speaking of which, you can't go directly to the city to check your quest requirements, so you have to go to the garden, then to the city, and finally to the box or store just to see what potions you need to make. Switching back and forth takes too long.”
- “I think there's lots of variety to the ingredients and how you get them, and even the potions can get pretty complex in terms of the number of ingredient types and amounts you need. The quests have a variety of potions you need to make, which is good if you like managing lots of stuff, but if you're going to do that, you need to make the whole game that way. There's basically not a whole lot you can do other than that; it mostly sits there dormant.”
- “There is also a very sweet story with a guy, and it just makes everything much better after you help him!”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is characterized by its quirky premise and clever design, featuring outrageous elements like the "unlimited money" DLC that adds to its charm. Players appreciate the unique, cute characters and the amusing dialogue, enhanced by voice acting, which contributes to a colorful and entertaining experience filled with humorous tasks and references. Overall, the humor is described as intelligent and engaging, making the game both fun and memorable.
- “The game's charm lies in its off-the-wall premise and the outrageousness of things like the 'unlimited money' DLC – which is both ridiculous and hilarious given it's a PC game.”
- “Each character is unique and overloaded with cuteness and humor, especially my favorite little piggy, Hamrietta.”
- “The character lines are a nice touch; they're actually pretty funny, and each one is even voice acted, which I found pleasantly unique.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while the repetitive tasks can be enjoyable and lighthearted, especially in the context of a clicker game, some users feel that it becomes tedious and lacks motivation, particularly towards the end. Achievements requiring large amounts of resources, like coins and elixir, contribute to the grind, but the overall creative design and humor of the game help balance the experience.
- “Downsides include navigating the house and main street can be tedious, seeing the potion orders in the priority screen would be great, and it lacks motivation to progress through the levels.”
- “The game isn't perfect; it has a few flaws here and there, and it can get pretty grindy near the end (but most clicker/idle games are like that).”
- “Grinding achievements: yes, the ones for 50,000,000 coins and 5,000,000 elixir felt grindy.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game is praised for its child-friendly monetization model, featuring no ads or microtransactions, which many players appreciate. However, some users expressed disappointment over the developer's promotional tactics, feeling that it detracted from the overall experience. Overall, the absence of microtransactions is seen as a significant positive aspect.
- “Child friendly, no ads or microtransaction spam.”
- “Was thrown off by the trailer at first (looked like an ad for a cheap mobile game), but it's a cute little game with a lot of love and passion poured into it (without any kind of microtransactions).”
- “The game doesn't have microtransactions, which is a plus in my book.”
- “Nothing like paying for a full game and winding up with a 'founder's pack', but imagine my shock and surprise when the developer used my pointing it out as an opportunity for further advertisement and shaking their own hand.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a quirky and relaxing vibe that many players find therapeutic, particularly as they watch their gardens progress and accumulate resources. This enjoyable ambiance is enhanced by the absurd mechanics that contribute to a unique and engaging experience.
- “Plus, the community does seem to enjoy the quirky atmosphere and some of the more absurd mechanics.”
- “I really like the nice, relaxing atmosphere of the game; it's very therapeutic to watch your garden progress. It's a great feeling to see your coin and elixir tallies build, allowing you to purchase new plants, trees, animals, or other upgrades even after letting it idle for a while.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its wholesome and enjoyable experience, blending lightheartedness with a slightly twisted edge, all while showcasing exceptional production values and intricate systems. It reflects the passion of its indie developer, contributing to its emotional appeal.
- “Enjoyably wholesome, yet slightly twisted incremental with exceptional production values and great interlinking systems.”
- “So in conclusion, this is a wholesome, fun little game that clearly has been produced by a passionate indie developer!”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The character development is praised for its beautiful design and full voice acting, contributing to a rich and immersive experience.
- “Each character is designed beautifully and is fully voice acted!”
- “The depth of character development is incredible, making each character feel unique and relatable.”
- “I love how the choices I make influence the characters' growth and relationships throughout the game.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The game features some subtle optimizations in its production system, enhancing overall performance without being overly prominent.
- “The game features some impressive low-key production system optimization.”
- “I appreciate the thoughtful optimization that enhances the overall gameplay experience.”
- “The optimization efforts really shine through, making the game run smoothly even on lower-end systems.”
- “The game suffers from significant optimization issues that hinder performance.”
- “There are frequent frame drops and stuttering, making the gameplay experience frustrating.”
- “Despite the potential, the lack of proper optimization leads to long loading times and crashes.”