Salad Fields

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"Salad Fields" is a surreal farming simulator where you grow and harvest eccentric produce in a strange world. Use experimental tools and unconventional techniques to cultivate bizarre crops and discover the secrets of this mysterious land. With its quirky humor and oddball charm, Salad Fields offers a unique and lighthearted twist on the farming genre.

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews
gameplay12 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • Salad Fields features innovative and engaging puzzle mechanics that keep players captivated and challenged throughout the game.
  • The game's unique art style and surreal atmosphere, reminiscent of 90s aesthetics, create a memorable and enjoyable experience.
  • The humor and quirky characters add charm to the game, making the dialogue entertaining and enhancing the overall experience.
  • The game suffers from some quality of life issues, such as unskippable dialogue and a lack of an undo feature, which can frustrate players.
  • Some puzzles have unpredictable mechanics that can lead to confusion, particularly with the second spell involving skulls.
  • The difficulty curve can be inconsistent, with puzzles ranging from very easy to extremely challenging, which may deter some players.
  • gameplay30 mentions

    The gameplay of "Salad Fields" is a standout feature, offering innovative and challenging sokoban-style puzzles that incorporate unique mechanics, making it feel fresh despite the genre's saturation. Players appreciate the clever design and the way puzzles evolve in complexity, rewarding observation and strategic thinking. The game's surreal visuals and chill soundtrack complement the contemplative nature of the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “The sokoban puzzler style has been done to death, but Salad Fields absolutely knocks it out of the park with original mechanics.”
    • “It starts simple, but before long, you'll be faced with puzzles that will test your use of every mechanic the game throws at you, the type that make you feel like a genius when you finally solve them.”
    • “I was originally drawn in by the surreal environments, but I stayed for the really subversive humor and surprisingly challenging and innovative puzzle mechanics.”
    • “The plot of Salad Fields is a fever dream and has largely little relation to the gameplay.”
    • “Only thing I didn’t like mechanics-wise involves the second spell which causes skulls to move.”
    • “Upon receiving each magic spell, you are made to solve a series of small 'in your way' puzzles based on said spell to familiarize yourself with its mechanics.”
  • graphics16 mentions

    The graphics of *Salad Fields* are characterized by a striking psychedelic aesthetic that blends pixel art with 3D models, evoking a nostalgic yet unique vibe reminiscent of late 90s and early 2000s internet culture. Players appreciate the trippy visuals and charismatic characters, which enhance the overall experience and complement the game's clever puzzles and dark humor. Overall, the art style is both engaging and memorable, drawing players into its surreal world.

    • “Absolute vibe of a game, love the trippy visuals and dialogue, the puzzles are also pretty well done and interesting, and skippable if you just wanna enjoy the rest of the experience too!”
    • “The mix of pixel art and 3D models creates a really nice psychedelic aesthetic, and the characters are interesting and charismatic.”
    • “Whether the art style stands on its own merits or clings desperately to nostalgia, it's inarguable that it's a striking aesthetic choice, and it certainly drew me into salad fields.”
    • “Behind a psychedelic, retro art style and simple gameplay loop lay some very clever puzzles that'll push your brain to the limit.”
    • “Wonderfully weird faux late 90s/early 2000s internet aesthetic with creative puzzles and furry characters.”
  • humor12 mentions

    The humor in the game is described as weird, subversive, and dark, with dialogues that serve as subtle commentary on various topics, making them both amusing and thought-provoking. Players appreciate the unique personalities of the characters and the absurdity of the interactions, which enhance the overall experience alongside the innovative puzzle mechanics and surreal visuals. Overall, the game's distinctive brand of humor is a significant draw for those who enjoy quirky aesthetics and clever writing.

    • “If you need a short review: if you like really cool puzzle mechanics, surreal visuals, and/or the really unique brand of humor that Salad Fields offers, buy this game.”
    • “Characters have clear personalities and quirks, and meeting new ones is always interesting. In general, all the dialogue feels like a subtle commentary on different topics, which ends up being pretty funny and amusing.”
    • “In other words, if you like weird aesthetics, dialogue, and lots of dark humor, I'd recommend this game to you.”
  • music8 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its chill vibe, perfectly complementing the contemplative gameplay and leaving a lasting impression on players. Many reviewers noted that the soundtrack features catchy tunes that have stuck with them long after playing, enhancing the overall experience of the game. Overall, the exceptional music contributes significantly to the game's unique charm and appeal.

    • “The soundtrack is great, very chill, and a perfect fit for the contemplative gameplay.”
    • “Music is great, and a few of the songs have been stuck in my head all week.”
    • “This is such a great game, really it's a shame not a lot of people know about it, awesome music, funny and absurd characters, unique mechanics, fun puzzles, and some really thoughtful design.”
  • story6 mentions

    The story of Salad Fields is described as a whimsical and surreal experience that feels disconnected from the gameplay, yet is integral to the game's identity. It features a diverse cast of characters and a lighthearted narrative that complements the unique mechanics and retro aesthetic of the sokobon puzzle game. Overall, while the plot may be nonsensical, it adds a distinctive charm to the overall experience.

    • “This being said, taking the story out of Salad Fields is like taking 'salad' out of Salad Fields.”
    • “Really exceptional take on a sokobon puzzle game featuring a bunch of different novel mechanics, some pleasantly garish 90's looking 3D rendered art, some nice musical vibes, and a silly loose story with a cast of various characters (some of which I like more than others).”
    • “The plot of Salad Fields is a fever dream and has little relation to the gameplay.”
    • “Taking the story out of Salad Fields is like taking 'salad' out of Salad Fields.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players generally find the puzzles engaging, though some describe certain ones, particularly those involving skulls, as tedious and indicative of grinding.

  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is rich with personality and creativity, featuring quirky, relatable characters in a mysterious and intriguing world. Reviewers highly recommend it for those who enjoy a challenging experience infused with a strong sense of ambiance.

    • “It's full of personality and ideas, and I would easily recommend it to anybody who likes a challenge as well as quirky, relatable characters occupying a mysterious, intriguing world with plenty of atmosphere.”
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