Project Terrarium

About

Project Terrarium is a captivating puzzle game with an intriguing story and stunning visuals. Players must solve puzzles to unlock tiny robots and embark on a mission to save the planet. With each puzzle solved, uncover more about the world and its fate, making for an engaging and immersive experience. The game's unique concept and charm offer a fresh take on the puzzle genre.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,777 reviews

story103 positive mentions

monetization20 negative mentions

The game features stunning graphics and a charming storyline that keeps players engaged.
Puzzles are well-designed, offering a mix of challenge and satisfaction without being overly difficult.
The game is relaxing and enjoyable, making it a great way to unwind while solving puzzles.

The game only offers four free levels before requiring a purchase to access additional content, which some players find disappointing.
There are frequent bugs and glitches that can hinder gameplay, such as issues with hints and level progression.
Some puzzles lack clear instructions, leading to confusion and frustration for players trying to solve them.

story
167 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
37%
2%
The game's story is widely praised for its charm and depth, with many players finding it engaging and well-written, often enhanced by audio logs and hidden collectibles that reveal more about the narrative. While some players wish for a longer storyline or more detailed elements, the combination of a cute aesthetic, intriguing plot, and enjoyable puzzles creates a fulfilling experience. Overall, the story adds significant value to the gameplay, making it a highlight for many reviewers.
- “The story was amazingly written and I love the way you find the hidden easter eggs to uncover the storyline.”
- “Someone poured their heart into this little game, and the story is very touching.”
- “The puzzles are intuitive and fun, not too hard and not too simple, while the story drags you through a world that's sad yet beautiful.”
- “Fun enough, but generic 'humans are ruining earth' story. The game breaks sometimes and prevents you from finishing a puzzle, and sometimes the game doesn't recognize when you're trying to rotate or move some puzzle pieces, leading you to believe you are doing something wrong.”
- “I was kinda hoping for some sort of storyline payoff in the end, but nothing.”
- “Then there are the missable orbs that tell a rather dark story that should feature more detail and depth if this is for teens or adults.”
graphics
132 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
79%
17%
4%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and vibrancy, with many users highlighting the stunning visuals and charming art style that enhance the overall experience. While some players noted that the graphics can start off poorly and require adjustments for optimal quality, the majority found them to be engaging and well-suited to the game's aesthetic. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the enjoyment of the puzzles and storyline, making it a visually appealing title.
- “The visuals are stunning, the puzzles (although a bit tricky) are wonderfully crafted.”
- “Graphics are gorgeous, as are the sound effects.”
- “The graphics are wonderful and the puzzles are fun without being overly challenging.”
- “And if that was not enough, it has the worst graphics I have seen in a modern game.”
- “However, the graphics aren't anywhere near as sharp and detailed as in other games by this developer.”
- “The graphics could be better optimized.”
music
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
58%
6%
The music in the game is generally described as beautiful, soothing, and relaxing, enhancing the overall experience with its pleasant soundtrack and ambient sounds. However, many users report issues with the sound settings, noting that turning off music and sound does not fully mute all audio, which detracts from the enjoyment. While the musical score is appreciated, some players feel it lacks drive and can be annoying, leading to mixed feelings about its implementation.
- “The music is relaxing, and the audio logs add a nice bit of story to an otherwise fun experience.”
- “Very fun puzzle game with calm soothing music.”
- “Attractive graphics, chill music, and puzzles that actually relax rather than frustrate.”
- “If you have the music on, it seems that it wasn't implemented properly, so it skips when the track starts over.”
- “The music and sound off options do not turn off all sounds and music; some still remain.”
- “Nice graphics, but it has the stupidest ear-piercing music with no way to shut it off other than shutting the sound off to my phone.”
monetization
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
8%
50%
The monetization model of the game has received mixed feedback, with many players appreciating the absence of ads and in-app purchases, especially when accessed through Google Play Pass. However, some users express frustration over the requirement to pay $7 after the initial levels to unlock additional content, suggesting a preference for a model that allows for ad-supported gameplay instead. Overall, while the no-ads experience is praised, the pricing structure for additional levels is seen as a barrier by some players.
- “This game is gorgeous, the little tidbits of story aren't that bad, and with the play pass no ads or in-app purchases, it's an amazing little game for a moment of relaxation!”
- “Amazing game, no ads, and it has very nice animations.”
- “Very engaging puzzles with no ads or nonsense.”
- “They require $7 after 4 levels to continue on with ads...”
- “Please stop making your games paid from microtransactions, it's boring and ruins the experience.”
- “The game has ads regardless of being featured in Google Play subscription.”
gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
42%
8%
The gameplay is generally praised for its smooth mechanics and vibrant graphics, offering a straightforward yet rewarding puzzle experience. While some players noted minor bugs and a lack of a central mechanic, the puzzles are considered well-balanced in difficulty, appealing to both casual and younger audiences. Overall, the game is enjoyable, though some players expressed a desire for more content and variety in challenges.
- “The graphics and sounds are vibrant and the gameplay is smooth.”
- “All the mechanics are smooth, the puzzles are just challenging enough, and I really enjoyed it!”
- “Really fantastic puzzles and gameplay while also not being so challenging that I needed a hint at every turn.”
- “There is no central or core mechanic to the game.”
- “The game starts with gameplay and no splash screen or options - you literally have to go through the tutorial first.”
- “Cute gameplay but mostly easy puzzles, more for kids than adults.”
stability
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with many users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, such as puzzles not functioning correctly and random freezes. While some players find these issues manageable and not game-breaking, the overall consensus indicates that the game suffers from significant stability problems that detract from the experience. Despite its engaging visuals and puzzles, the prevalence of glitches remains a major concern for players.
- “The game isn't hard, but the glitches and issues I ran into for every map were obscene, from parts not opening to half the hints not working, as some of them didn't even show anything, just being a blank screen.”
- “Buggy mess; half the puzzles are broken and won't let you advance.”
- “It's nice but it freezes randomly; you close it and then have to play the whole level again (which may also freeze, etc.).”
emotional
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its deeply touching narrative, evoking strong emotional responses from players, with many expressing that it brought them to tears. While some puzzles may lack clarity and hints can be problematic, the heartfelt storytelling and charming elements make it a memorable and wholesome experience. Overall, players feel a genuine connection to the game's emotional depth, highlighting the effort and passion poured into its creation.
- “Someone poured their heart into this little game, and the story is very touching.”
- “I still can't stop crying, but it was so good and so touching it was completely worth it.”
- “Your terra bots made me emotional 🥹😭”
atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
89%
11%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its relaxing and immersive qualities, enhanced by creative sound effects and engaging environmental details. Reviewers appreciate the consistent atmospheric elements present even in the menu, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience. While the puzzles are highlighted as impressive, the atmosphere remains a standout feature that complements the gameplay.
- “Lovely atmospheric game from a great dev.”
- “Creative puzzles, great sound effects, relaxing atmosphere.”
- “Relaxing atmosphere.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
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Overall, the game is designed with performance in mind, but users have noted that the graphics could benefit from better optimization. Additionally, some players have experienced overheating issues on their devices, suggesting that further optimization is needed despite the game's simplicity.
- “It's actually designed with performance in mind.”
- “The graphics could be better optimized.”
- “Needs some optimization; my phone heats up quickly for such a simple game.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mix of tediousness and intrigue, as the repetitive nature of similar levels can become monotonous despite the engaging problem-solving elements. While the challenge is appreciated, many express a desire for more variety in the underlying mechanics to keep the experience fresh and exciting.
- “I like the level of problem solving, but each level becomes too similar even though it's all new challenges. I need to change the underlying machine so the scene changes more. For me, seeing the same concept machine over and over becomes tedious. But for puzzles, it's great. Just change the main 'machine' a little, please. I'm on level 10 and each level I'm hoping for a different idea.”
- “Can be a little tedious but intriguing. I thoroughly enjoy playing when the transition of pieces is more about understanding. Mind-boggling and patience appears to be the key to completion.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it enjoyable enough to revisit, issues like glitched hints and limited gameplay hours lead to a consensus that it may become repetitive after a few playthroughs.
- “Due to some hints being glitched and not playing correctly, that's why I gave it 3 stars, but otherwise, it is very replayable.”
- “Has limited replay value.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a lighthearted and humorous tone, complemented by amusing puzzles and a brief narrative found in collectible items. While players appreciate the humor, many note that the overall experience is relatively short.
- “A funny little puzzle box game with a bit of story in some collectibles.”
- “Funny but short.”
- “A funny little puzzle box game with a bit of story in some collectibles.”