Seal World

About

Seal World is a management simulation game where players build and run their own marine park, featuring seals and other sea life. The game offers various customization options for players to create their unique underwater environment and educational activities. Players must balance financial success with the welfare of the animals, ensuring they are well-fed, clean, and entertained, while also catering to the needs and expectations of visitors.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,318 reviews

humor90 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

Seal World is a charming and whimsical adventure filled with adorable seals and humorous dialogue, making it a delightful experience for players.
The game features surprisingly challenging platforming elements that add excitement and engagement, while still maintaining a lighthearted atmosphere.
With its cute graphics, fun collectibles, and a relaxing vibe, Seal World is a great value for its price and has a strong replayability factor.

Some players found the camera controls to be frustrating, particularly during platforming segments, which can detract from the overall experience.
The game is relatively short, leaving some players wanting more content and a longer playtime.
A few players noted that certain achievements can be annoying to complete, requiring restarts if not done correctly the first time.

humor
90 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in this game is widely praised for its cuteness and cleverness, featuring witty dialogue and silly interactions primarily centered around adorable seals. Players appreciate the lighthearted, meme-like humor, with recurring jokes about seals and their antics that, while sometimes overused, remain entertaining throughout the short gameplay. Overall, the game is described as a delightful blend of wholesome fun and laugh-out-loud moments, making it a joy to play.
- “It's a surprisingly good game with great humor and witty dialogue.”
- “The game is deeply, deeply rooted in 'heckin’ good doggo' and 'big chonkers' humor, and if you think an extreme close-up of a seal’s face with the caption 'gib fibsh' is hilarious then you will enjoy this game.”
- “For all the time I played it, I couldn't stop smiling and laughing from the witty writing and adorable graphics.”
emotional
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly positive, with players describing it as incredibly cute, wholesome, and heartwarming. Many reviewers express that the game's charming characters and humorous interactions evoke genuine emotional responses, often leading to tears of joy. Overall, it is celebrated for its relaxing atmosphere and ability to create a deep emotional bond with players, making it a delightful experience that resonates with a wide audience.
- “I cried tears of joy.”
- “This was incredibly heartwarming and a beautiful adventure!”
- “The emotional bond I formed with the characters made them feel real and like genuine good-hearted people.”
story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
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The game's story is praised for its humor and emotional depth, centering around a seal on a whimsical quest to collect fish, known as "fibsh." Players appreciate the lovable characters, engaging quests, and the lighthearted, goofy aesthetic that enhances the overall narrative experience. Despite some concerns about platforming mechanics, many reviewers find the storyline to be outstanding and worthy of recognition.
- “Goofy aesthetic, amazing and lovable characters, and a surprisingly great storyline!”
- “The characters are incredible, and the story is emotional.”
- “Eta: the platforming may ruin the enjoyment in the end, but I unironically nominated this game for outstanding story-rich game in the Steam Awards.”
- “In it, you play a seal who is on a quest to eat the ultimate 'fibsh,' along with every other fish he finds along the way.”
- “You play as a seal on the quest to find and eat all the fibsh.”
- “Collecting fibsh becomes a sacred mission, as the seals cheer me on.”
graphics
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are characterized by a simple, blocky, and polygonal style that complements its lighthearted and childlike tone. Players find the seals to be extremely cute and charming, with unique environments that enhance the overall experience. Despite the simplicity, the visuals are praised for their creativity and effectiveness, contributing to a delightful atmosphere and engaging gameplay.
- “Every new environment in the game looks unique, and there are spots where I spent extra time simply to enjoy the visuals and listen to the super relaxing OST.”
- “The incredible atmosphere, stunning graphics, and great dialogue mixed with the mystery that is the gold fish.”
- “For all the time I played it, I couldn't stop smiling and laughing from the witty writing and adorable graphics.”
- “The graphics style is simple, with the seals being more or less 3D blobs with faces and the environments being blocky and polygonal.”
- “Graphics: decent”
- “The graphics style is simple, with the seals being more or less 3D blobs with faces and the environments being blocky and polygonal.”
music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
54%
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The music in the game is widely praised for its variety and quality, providing a pleasant listening experience that enhances gameplay. Reviewers highlight the adorable and well-choreographed sound design, with many describing the soundtrack as catchy and enjoyable. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's charm and fun factor.
- “The music variety is substantial for a game of its length, and it's very pleasant to listen to!”
- “Adorable music and surprisingly well choreographed sound designs!”
- “Really good music and is fun to play all the way through!”
- “Music is 'warbled' in water.”
- “Maybe it's the music or the platform jumping.”
- “Eat fibsh a lot, unlock new hats with chill music.”
gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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65%
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The gameplay is generally well-received, with players appreciating its charm and mechanics, though some feel it could have been expanded upon, particularly as certain mechanics are introduced late in the game. While the gameplay is not overly complex, it offers enjoyable moments and a good balance of challenge, with no significant technical issues reported. Overall, it provides a sweet and engaging experience, especially for fans of the genre, despite being relatively short.
- “Wasn't expecting any 'serious gameplay' from the look of the game on the surface, so it was cool to have some suddenly more intense moments.”
- “The gameplay is not too easy, and I can tell this creator has a love for seals and game creation. Although one might think from the simple graphics it would be full of bugs, I literally had zero problems playing.”
- “At about an hour of gameplay right now, the game exhibits a ton of charm and is literally my exact favorite genre of game.”
- “While I really enjoyed this aspect of the game, I wish it had been explored further: the mechanic is introduced late in the game and applies to only a few of the many available hats.”
- “Not much gameplay as it's basically just getting fish and talking to everyone, but it's sweet.”
- “(At the moment, depending on how fast you rush through it, around 1.5h - 2h of gameplay.)”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its relaxing and wholesome vibes, making it an ideal escape for players looking to unwind. Stunning graphics and engaging dialogue further enhance the experience, creating an intriguing and immersive environment that captivates players.
- “The relaxing atmosphere is perfect for unwinding after a long day, and it's packed with wholesome vibes that never fail to put a smile on my face.”
- “The incredible atmosphere, stunning graphics, and great dialogue mixed with the mystery that is the gold fish.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game offers a unique and artistic experience that many players find enjoyable, but there are mixed feelings about its replayability, with some noting it lacks sufficient depth for multiple playthroughs. While some players see potential for replay value, others feel it may not be enough to warrant revisiting after completion.
- “I'm not even finished, and yet I can already see the replay value in a game that's silly, basic, but deep and nourishing as an artistic gaming experience.”
- “Amazing game, cute seals, not enough replayability, but it is awesome, love it.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers highlight the character development as a standout feature, noting that the characters are deeply crafted and evoke strong emotional responses. The clear goals within the game enhance this development, making players feel invested in the characters' journeys. Overall, the combination of engaging narratives and relatable motivations contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Peak character development (they're so deep and made me feel things).”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a strong desire to shift their focus from grinding in other games, like Elden Ring, to this new title, indicating that the game's appeal is significant enough to interrupt their current gameplay routines.