Scrap Garden: The Day Before

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Scrap Garden: The Day Before is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Egidijus Bachur and was released on October 7, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

A new chapter of charming 3D platformer about the little rusty robot C4N who unwittingly finds himself in the midst of momentous events in Robo Land. In order to solve the new riddle, Canny will once again need to run and jump a lot, solve puzzles, and fight against enemies who are much bigger and stronger than he is.

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72%

Audience ScoreBased on 324 reviews

story33 positive mentions

optimization4 negative mentions

The game features charming graphics and a whimsical atmosphere, making it visually appealing.
It's a short and fun platformer that offers easy achievements, making it accessible for casual players.
The story, while simple, provides a cute introduction to the main game and is suitable for younger audiences.

The game suffers from significant technical issues, including poor optimization, frame drops, and bugs that can disrupt gameplay.
Controls and camera mechanics are clunky and can lead to frustrating experiences, especially during platforming sections.
The gameplay is overly simplistic and lacks depth, making it feel more like a demo than a fully realized game.

story
80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is generally perceived as simple and charming, often revolving around a cute robot on a mission, which appeals to younger audiences and those seeking lighthearted narratives. While some players appreciate the engaging elements and visuals, others criticize the lack of depth and complexity, describing it as bland or generic. Overall, the story serves as a pleasant backdrop for the gameplay, though it may not leave a lasting impression for all players.
- “It has a nice, easy to understand story to go along with it.”
- “This game is designed to be a fun lighthearted story about a little robot who saves the day for all the robots in town.”
- “The story is quite charming and by the end of it you fall in love with Canny and want to know more about this little fella.”
- “The gameplay is too bland due to very simplistic platforming mechanics, and the story somehow manages to be even simpler than the gameplay; it's just 'something bad happened.'”
- “Apart from that, you get a quite cute character and a story not worth mentioning.”
- “The story itself didn't really catch my attention, nor did it really end in a way that makes me want to play more.”
graphics
65 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
51%
41%
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The graphics of the game receive a mixed but generally positive reception, with many users praising the charming art style and beautiful visuals. While some players noted issues like lag, limited draw distance, and occasional graphical glitches, the overall aesthetic is described as cute and appealing, enhancing the game's whimsical narrative. Despite some technical shortcomings, the graphics are often highlighted as a strong point, especially for a free game.
- “The graphics in this game are stunning, and that's coming from someone who's played all the big name games like Red Dead Redemption 2, Battlefield V, and Just Cause 4.”
- “The art style and graphics are really beautiful.”
- “Beautiful graphics and fun characters + some great mechanics I love.”
- “Bad graphics, bad control, bad camera and worse of all achievements that you can't get without repeating the game (because you have to collect more scrap and kill more enemies than the whole game contains).”
- “The graphics were a bit laggy, even after I turned down the quality.”
- “The graphics are decent, though the lack of shadows makes it look aged, and the controls were easy enough.”
gameplay
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
65%
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it overly simplistic and clunky, featuring basic platforming mechanics and minimal puzzle complexity. While some appreciate the nostalgic feel and enjoyable elements for casual gamers, others criticize the lack of depth and engaging mechanics, particularly on PC with mouse and keyboard controls. Overall, the gameplay is seen as decent but in need of significant improvements to enhance the overall experience.
- “The gameplay evokes a nostalgic PlayStation 2 feel, with scattered collectibles and slightly clunky but acceptable movement.”
- “From the gameplay to the lore, this game is for casual and hardcore gamers alike.”
- “The gameplay does have some flaws and it might take you a few seconds to get used to it, but nothing too hard that would spoil the fun of playing it and enjoying the story.”
- “The gameplay is too bland due to very simplistic platforming mechanics (that is, you can jump/double jump, and goomba stomp or throw some items on enemies). What little puzzles it has feel like they came from basic point-and-click adventure games, and the story somehow manages to be even simpler than the gameplay; it's just 'something bad happened.'”
- “Controls are very clunky and unpleasant, puzzles are questionable, and the boss fight mechanic didn't make any sense.”
- “I really don't know if I want to buy the full game now, because the demo makes me think it's going to be very slapdash and just a random assortment of ideas, rather than a cohesive ongoing story with developing mechanics and a well-designed learning curve.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its charm and how it complements the gameplay and narrative. While some find the soundtrack decent but not extraordinary, others highlight its effectiveness in enhancing the whimsical story and atmosphere. However, there are critiques regarding abrupt transitions between tracks and a few instances of the music feeling out of place.
- “The music and interactive sounds were chosen perfectly for each scenario, and the voice acting was enjoyable.”
- “Great storyline, supported by original soundtrack and sound effects.”
- “Lovely music, interesting enough story, and it's good looking.”
- “Soundtracks are decent, nothing extraordinary, but my main critique is how jarring the switch between soundtracks is.”
- “The music is kinda depressing as well.”
- “So I found out that top secret file with Rick Astley's photo and then alt + F4'd in case of hearing his song once again.”
optimization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
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The game suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to frequent freezing, lag, and frustrating controls regardless of hardware specifications. Players have reported performance problems, including stuttering and bugs that detract from the overall experience, indicating a need for substantial improvements in optimization.
- “Easy gameplay in combination with music makes that game truly good, but it needs some improvements in optimization.”
- “It's not well optimized, and the puzzle aspect was more annoying than it was fun.”
- “The game is also poorly optimized, sadly a common recurrence with Unity games in general.”
- “Frankly, I really liked the first game, but this one... oh god... it's highly unoptimized, to the point that no matter your rig, no matter your settings, it will inevitably freeze and lag.”
- “See, here's the problem; the game is not optimized for all. I mean, its resolution settings start at 1920x1440, not everyone can play games at that resolution.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting numerous bugs and glitches, particularly around certain areas like the docks, which detracts from the overall experience. While some players have not encountered significant issues, the general consensus highlights a lack of polish and frequent technical problems that can lead to frustration. Despite being free, the game's stability issues are a notable concern for many reviewers.
- “The game is a 3D platformer which I like; it's also free. However, it is a little bit buggy.”
- “Found some buggy walls (especially near the docks) where you can see through them to nothingness.”
- “Pretty fun and varied, but buggy and with a nauseating camera.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly in the achievement department, where multiple achievements require significant effort to unlock. The game's chapters, while short, contribute to a sense of monotony, making the overall experience feel grindy and less engaging.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It's just that the game is quite grindy in the achievement department.”
- “Box/enemy achievements are just as grindy as the first game.”
- “Boring and tedious even.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by its clever Easter eggs and overall comedic elements, contributing to an enjoyable experience that is complemented by impressive graphics.
- “The game is filled with funny easter eggs that keep you laughing.”
- “It's a genuinely funny game that never fails to entertain.”
- “The humor in the game is complemented by its perfect graphics.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that the game possesses strong replay value, encouraging multiple playthroughs due to its engaging mechanics and varied experiences.
- “This game has incredible replay value, with multiple paths and endings to explore.”
- “I keep coming back to this game because each playthrough offers something new and exciting.”
- “The variety of choices and character builds makes replaying this game a fresh experience every time.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is enhanced by warm, autumn-like lighting and detailed textures, creating an inviting environment. While it may not reach the charm of similar titles, it is still well-crafted and enjoyable.
- “The warm, early autumn-like ambient lighting falling on the rather detailed textures gives this game a nice atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is great, and while it doesn't quite have the charm of Chibi-Robo, it is still very well made.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users highlight the emotional impact of the game by noting the stark consequences of seemingly simple actions, such as touching liquids leading to instant death, which evokes a sense of vulnerability and tension.

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Scrap Garden: The Day Before is a action adventure game.

Scrap Garden: The Day Before is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Scrap Garden: The Day Before.

Scrap Garden: The Day Before was released on October 7, 2016.

Scrap Garden: The Day Before was developed by Egidijus Bachur.

Scrap Garden: The Day Before has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its optimization.

Scrap Garden: The Day Before is a single player game.

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