Potion Paws
- October 30, 2020
- Bitten Toast Games
- 8h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Potion Paws," players assume the role of a brave pup on a mission to save a magical town from a dark curse. By brewing potions, solving puzzles, and exploring the town, players uncover secrets and collect ingredients to progress through the game's enchanting world. The game features colorful pixel art and a charming soundtrack, creating an engaging and family-friendly experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features charming graphics and a relaxing atmosphere, reminiscent of Garden Paws, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
- Gameplay involves fun potion crafting and resource gathering, with quick respawn times for materials, allowing for easy money-making.
- The developers have shown commitment to improving the game, and there is potential for significant growth and updates in the future.
- The game feels abandoned, with no updates for an extended period, leading to frustration among players who expected more content.
- Many features are incomplete or non-functional, resulting in a lack of engaging gameplay and a repetitive grind without sufficient rewards.
- The game was released in an early access state that feels more like pre-alpha, with numerous bugs and fundamental design issues that hinder the overall experience.
- grinding32 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is a polarizing feature; while some players appreciate the relaxing and exploratory nature of the grind, others find it tedious and excessive. Many enjoy the process of collecting materials and crafting potions, but some feel that the game lacks additional engaging content to sustain long play sessions. Overall, the grind is seen as integral to the experience, appealing primarily to fans of similar casual, gathering-focused games.
“This is just tedious beyond acceptance.”
“It's very, I repeat, very grindy.”
“Plays like baby's first MMO (in a bad way, in that there's a lot of boring grinding).”
- gameplay14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
Gameplay is generally considered fun but can become repetitive, with some users noting a similarity to MMO mechanics reminiscent of titles like World of Warcraft. However, issues such as map accessibility can complicate the experience, leading to mixed feelings about the core gameplay loop, with some reviewers ultimately expressing disappointment and recommending against the game.
“Gameplay is fun if a bit repetitive, and the music is relaxing.”
“Be aware that you may not be able to access your map if you are thinking about buying this, though, as it does make gameplay a bit tricky at times.”
“When I say, 'plays like an MMO,' what I'm trying to express is that the core gameplay feels exactly like the core gameplay in MMOs I've played, games like World of Warcraft, Auto Assault, and Final Fantasy XIV.”
“Be aware that you may not be able to access your map if you are thinking about buying this, as it does make gameplay a bit tricky at times.”
“Overall, I'm not feeling the 'gameplay' in the core gameplay loop where you'll spend 95% of your time, so I have to sadly, reluctantly, give it a 'not recommended'.”
“When I say, 'plays like an MMO', what I'm trying to express is that the core gameplay feels exactly like the core gameplay in MMOs I've played, such as World of Warcraft, Auto Assault, and Final Fantasy XIV.”
- graphics14 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and cute art style, reminiscent of "Garden Paws," featuring delightful animal NPCs. Reviewers highlight the creativity and aesthetic appeal, noting that the artwork is impressive and contributes positively to the overall experience. While some mention that the graphics are generally good, they emphasize the game's visual charm and potential for further development.
“The artwork is already incredible.”
“I'm loving the creativity and aesthetic of this game - very excited to see it as it develops.”
“And the graphics are super cute!”
“Generally has some good qualities in movement, variety of activities, and graphics are okay.”
“First, I'll start with the positives; the artwork is very cute.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as relaxing and fitting the theme, with some users noting its "properly spoopy" quality. However, it is also mentioned that the music can be repetitive, mirroring the gameplay experience. Overall, it enhances the atmosphere but may lack variety.
“The music is nice and properly spoopy, albeit repetitive.”
“Gameplay is fun if a bit repetitive and the music is relaxing.”
“- cute animals and music”
- story6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The story initially captivates players, driving engagement, but loses momentum over time, leading to decreased interest. Despite some bugs in the quest system, fans express strong affection for the game, particularly for its predecessor, Graden Paws, and are thrilled with the long-awaited release of Potion Paws. Overall, while the narrative starts strong, it struggles to maintain player attention throughout.
“In the beginning, the story kept me playing; then when it stopped, it became harder to play, not because the difficulty was hard, but because my attention to it was slowly waning.”
“I loved Graden Paws so much! I've been waiting for this game, Potion Paws, for 2 years, and I am so happy it came out. It's everything I wanted and more. Keep doing what you're doing, Team Adventure Guild!”
“The adventure guild quests and quest board are bugged, but I still love it!”
“In the beginning, the story kept me playing, but when it stopped, it became harder to play. Not because the difficulty was hard, but because my attention to it was slowly fading.”
- stability5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been criticized for being fairly buggy, with many users noting that it feels incomplete and lacks content, leading to an overall empty experience. While some players find it playable despite the issues, the general consensus is that the game appears underdeveloped and visually unappealing.
“Everything is so bare bones, buggy, half-baked, and ugly that I'm almost convinced this is an asset flip game.”
“What is open for play is fairly buggy and the world looks really empty.”
“Little buggy but not beyond ability to play.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is consistently described as fun, contributing to an enjoyable and engaging experience for players.
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game draws notable comparisons to "Garden Paws," with similar character designs and thematic elements, suggesting a familiar yet engaging experience for players who enjoyed the former. However, the reviews do not provide in-depth insights into the depth or progression of character development within the game itself.
