Proto Garden

60%
Game Brain Score Based on 11 reviews
  • gameplay
  • optimization
  • graphics
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Wishlist on Steam! https://store.steampowered.com/app/3022270/Proto_Garden/ Gather pollen, automate honey production, and research new flowers to create your own ecosystem from the ground up. Create your ecosystem Use flowers to supply, direct, and even clone your bees Set up your beehive to craft wax and honey Rearrange and optimize Select, move, copy, and paste freely and smoothly …

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60%
Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews
emotional1 positive mentions
graphics1 negative mentions
  • The game features a solid core loop of optimizing production with unique mechanics that provide a satisfying challenge.
  • It offers a cozy and relaxing experience with a pleasant aesthetic, allowing players to design their ultimate bee factory.
  • The late-game ascension mode adds extra challenge and depth, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate optimization.
  • The game may feel overpriced for some players, leading to recommendations against purchasing at its current price.
  • There are issues with clarity in visuals and user experience, such as a restrictive overhead view and lack of helpful toggles.
  • In the late game, the game can run out of steam, with upgrades feeling less motivating and noticeable frame drops occurring with larger factories.
  • gameplay3 mentions

    The gameplay features unique mechanics that provide a fun and relaxing experience, particularly in automation and optimization challenges. However, some players feel that the late game lacks motivation to utilize upgrades, leading to a sense of running out of steam. Overall, it is recommended for those who enjoy deep gameplay elements.

    • “Some really fun unique mechanics which make optimization a nice challenge :) I would recommend giving it a try!”
    • “Very relaxing, fun automation game that goes rather deep (gameplay-wise) later on.”
    • “In the late game, it does run out of steam a little. There were certainly cool-seeming upgrades, but I didn't feel encouraged or mechanically driven to use them to complete the game, such as the copy-cages.”
    • “Very relaxing, fun automation game that goes rather deep gameplay-wise later on.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    Users are requesting further optimization for the game, indicating that current performance may not meet their expectations.

    • “The optimization in this game is impressive, making for a smooth and enjoyable experience.”
    • “I appreciate the continuous updates that focus on optimization; it really enhances gameplay.”
    • “The developers have done a fantastic job optimizing the game, ensuring it runs well on various systems.”
    • “The game desperately needs more optimization; it's frustrating to play with constant lag.”
    • “I can't enjoy the gameplay because the optimization is so poor, leading to frequent crashes.”
    • “The lack of optimization makes it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
  • graphics1 mentions

    The graphics are generally considered adequate, but there is a consensus that improvements are needed in clarity rather than in the overall visual quality.

    • “The visuals could use some improvement, not necessarily in terms of graphics but more for clarity.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is generally considered unremarkable, with some players finding it repetitive enough to warrant muting the single in-game track.

    • “While not bad at all, I eventually had to mute the singular in-game music track.”
    • “The music quickly became repetitive and lost its charm after a short while.”
    • “I found the soundtrack to be quite bland and uninspiring, making it easy to ignore.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players appreciate the game's focus on minimizing grinding, favoring a more engaging experience centered around optimization rather than repetitive tasks, making it a strong recommendation for fans of factory games.

    • “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to enjoy the other aspects.”
    • “I found myself spending more time grinding for resources than actually playing the game.”
    • “The repetitive nature of grinding really detracts from the overall experience.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players find the game emotionally engaging, as it fosters a sense of creativity and fulfillment through the design of their ideal bee factory, blending wholesome themes with immersive gameplay.

  • humor1 mentions

    Players find the humor in the game to be both calming and engaging, particularly enjoying the amusing aspect of watching numbers increase, which adds a lighthearted and satisfying element to the experience.

    • “Honestly, such a calming game, also fun to see the funny numbers get higher, which tickles my neurons.”
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