Slime Rancher

98%
Game Brain Score Based on 57,396 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • grinding
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In a land filled with adorable slimes one green-haired girl becomes a rancher and collects their poops to make a living. Slime Rancher is one of the cutest games out there.
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Slime Rancher is a charming, first-person sandbox game where you play as Beatrix LeBeau, a young rancher living on the Far, Far Range. Your goal is to collect colorful slimes, grow crops, and upgrade your vacpack while exploring the vast open world. With various game modes, over 150 hybrid slimes to discover, and a range of upgrades to earn, Slime Rancher offers a unique and engaging experience.

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Reviews

98%
Audience ScoreBased on 57,396 reviews
story1,219 positive mentions
grinding2,605 negative mentions
  • story3,416 mentions

    The story in "Slime Rancher" is often described as light and optional, primarily conveyed through emails and notes left by the previous ranch owner, Hobson. While some players find the narrative touching and engaging, others feel it lacks depth and can be easily overlooked in favor of the gameplay. Overall, the game combines charming visuals and fun mechanics with a simple yet heartfelt storyline that resonates with many players, making it a delightful experience even for those who may not prioritize story in their gaming.

    • “One of the best games I've ever played; all the scenarios are so beautiful, and the storyline is relaxing while also intriguing. A game to just spend your time and collect all different sorts of things.”
    • “The story is so cute and heartwarming that I have played it more than once. The letters from Casey and the notes left by Hobson add depth to the experience.”
    • “The story is beautifully written, and the art style is perfectly cute. It has a simple yet engaging story that unfolds as you explore the world.”
    • “The fact that you see all those journals just to ultimately not be allowed to make a decision on which one of the two ways the story ends just ruined the entire game for me.”
    • “The story is severely lacking in depth or any sort of meaningful content, but it's easy to lose dozens of hours to the inherent satisfaction of sucking up and spitting out slimes.”
    • “The story is very basic as you fill the shoes of aspiring rancher, Beatrix LeBeau seeking her fortune on an agricultural planet 1000 light years from Earth.”
  • gameplay2,812 mentions

    The gameplay of "Slime Rancher" is characterized by its casual, addictive mechanics that blend farming, exploration, and resource management. Players engage in a satisfying loop of capturing and breeding slimes, feeding them, and harvesting their plorts for profit, all while exploring a vibrant world filled with unique environments and challenges. While the gameplay can become repetitive over time, the charming visuals and continuous updates from the developers keep the experience fresh and enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players.

    • “This game is amazing, the gameplay is very casual, taking on a farming and exploratory gameplay cycle.”
    • “The gameplay is also fun, and the more you unlock, the more exciting it is!”
    • “The mechanics run plenty deep to keep a player busy for hundreds of hours if you wanted to fully build out your farm and get all of the achievements.”
    • “The gameplay loop is repetitive, but it's fun.”
    • “The gameplay is rather tedious with having to expand constantly and go back and forth for stuff, but if you like that type of stuff then it's rather fun.”
    • “The gameplay can be very polarizing depending on how you manage the various gameplay options.”
  • grinding2,714 mentions

    The grinding aspect of "Slime Rancher" has received mixed feedback from players. While many find the farming and resource management enjoyable and engaging, others note that it can become tedious and repetitive, especially in the late game when players are focused on maximizing profits and completing achievements. Overall, the game is praised for its charm and exploration elements, but players should be prepared for a significant amount of grinding to progress and unlock content.

    • “I'm happy to have put a bigger effort into this game to beat all the achievements, because for the most part they aren't too grindy and enjoyable.”
    • “Grinding isn't necessary to progress.”
    • “This game is fantastic; it's grindy but not too grindy where it feels unfun, is full of places to explore, and is really well made unlike most games we have to deal with nowadays.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The farming aspect of the game lacks automation.”
    • “The farming can get tedious, because you are rewarded very little for doing it.”
  • graphics2,620 mentions

    The graphics of "Slime Rancher" are widely praised for their vibrant, colorful, and cartoonish art style, which enhances the game's whimsical atmosphere. Players appreciate the game's ability to run smoothly on low-end devices without sacrificing visual quality, making it accessible to a broader audience. Overall, the charming aesthetics and cute character designs contribute significantly to the game's appeal, creating a relaxing and enjoyable experience.

    • “The graphics are super gorgeous, even on a low-end device.”
    • “The art style makes the atmosphere cozy, but the gameplay is quite challenging at times.”
    • “The graphics are smooth-running and beautiful, and the sound effects give it an amazing fantasy sort of feel.”
    • “The graphics are pretty basic - it's ok though as the gameplay and the cuteness factor works really well.”
    • “The graphics are simple and that's not necessarily a bad thing.”
    • “The graphics could be better and the world is a little glitchy, but I can say the game is very fun to play and the slimes are super adorable.”
  • music1,557 mentions

    The music in "Slime Rancher" is widely praised for its charm and ability to enhance the game's relaxing atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack's variety, with distinct tracks for different areas that complement the vibrant visuals and cute slimes, creating an immersive experience. While some mention that the music can become repetitive over long play sessions, many find it soothing and enjoyable, often associating it with positive emotions and nostalgia. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that significantly contributes to the game's appeal.

    • “The music throughout every area of the game is beautiful, all the slimes you encounter are really cute and unique!”
    • “Entering some of the new areas was genuinely a breathtaking experience because not only is the environment itself beautiful but the music made it even more amazing.”
    • “The music is so relaxing and peaceful.”
    • “The one drawback I can point out is that the music, while charming and pleasing to listen to, can become repetitive over longer sessions.”
    • “The music is forgettable.”
    • “The soundtrack is quite alright, they made it so it's still nice to hear even after many loops and every area has their own music.”
  • emotional740 mentions

    The emotional aspect of "Slime Rancher" is widely praised for its heartwarming and wholesome narrative, which, while not the central focus, resonates deeply with players. Many reviews highlight the touching backstories of characters and the emotional impact of the game's conclusion, often leading to tears of joy or nostalgia. Overall, players find the game to be a comforting and uplifting experience, making it a go-to choice for those seeking a relaxing and emotionally fulfilling gaming journey.

    • “The story you uncover through the various letters and messages by your friends and the previous owner of the ranch is heartwarming and worth reaching.”
    • “This game is a wholesome, cathartic experience that will leave you with a residual warmth in your heart for hours after you play.”
    • “The ending was more emotional than I was expecting but in an amazing way.”
    • “I cried.”
    • “Heartbreaking”
  • humor627 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its lighthearted and whimsical nature, with players finding the various slimes and their antics to be both cute and hilarious. Many reviews highlight the funny sound effects, quirky character designs, and amusing gameplay mechanics, creating a delightful atmosphere that keeps players entertained. Overall, the game's charm lies in its ability to evoke laughter through its colorful visuals and playful interactions with the slimes.

    • “A delightful happy game with a wonderful story, fun game mechanics, and great humor all around.”
    • “Bright cheerful colors, relaxed gameplay, and an adorable sense of humor.”
    • “The game's story is engaging and well-written, with a sense of humor that will keep players entertained throughout the game.”
    • “The humor is hit or miss; while some characters are amusing, others fall flat and feel forced.”
    • “I found the jokes to be repetitive and lacking in creativity, which made the humor feel stale.”
    • “The attempts at humor often feel out of place and detract from the overall experience.”
  • atmosphere269 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its charming, cozy, and relaxing qualities, enhanced by its colorful art style and whimsical soundtrack. Players appreciate the delightful and uplifting environment, which allows for a soothing escape from daily stress, making it ideal for casual gaming. Overall, the game's cute aesthetics and engaging atmosphere create a joyful experience that resonates with both children and adults alike.

    • “The whimsical soundtrack, the goofy expressions of the slimes, and the overall feel-good atmosphere make this game a delightful escape from the more serious titles in your library.”
    • “The atmosphere can cure any depression and fill any void.”
    • “The game's colorful and cartoonish visuals create a cheerful atmosphere that is both visually appealing and relaxing.”
    • “It's got no story to speak of (least of all, something interesting that could temporarily take the player's mind away from the tedium), and a repetitive soundtrack as well (that I am pretty sure is repeating non-stop and leaving no place for silence or a chance for a sense of atmosphere to build up... though my memory could be wrong about that, because after a couple hours I decided that I couldn't bear with it any longer and muted the music for good).”
    • “You can also cross-breed slimes, explore the area you are in, get some convenience upgrades, and there is a 'story', and while it's all creating a cute atmosphere, it just doesn't start out all that compelling and it's downhill from there.”
    • “As much as I like the game aesthetics, mood and laidback atmosphere, the game itself is just very boring grind.”
  • replayability258 mentions

    The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with many players praising its engaging gameplay and various modes that enhance replay value, such as rush mode and sandbox options. However, some reviewers note that once the main story is completed, the game can feel repetitive and lacks significant endgame content, leading to diminished replayability over time. Overall, while many find it enjoyable and worth revisiting, others feel it may not sustain long-term interest without additional updates or content.

    • “The quality is god tier and the replayability is unmatched.”
    • “The gameplay is calming but also engaging, excellent world building; and there is endless replayability, from starting new ranches and doing the NPC's quests to rush mode to speedrunning and a lot of modding.”
    • “Absolutely amazing game, soundtrack, and storytelling, 10/10 please buy this game if you want one of the most wholesome and replayable games you can get on this platform.”
    • “Words can't describe how amazing this game is, but it can get pretty stale after you finish it due to the lack of replayability.”
    • “The one downside is that there isn't much replay value - once you've played through, you're likely to have seen all there is to see.”
    • “Not much replayability, but the first playthrough is worth it (make sure you read the things around the map though).”
  • stability168 mentions

    Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag, with many players reporting minor glitches and bugs that do not significantly detract from the overall experience. While some users experienced frustrating issues like freezing and collision problems, others found the game to run smoothly with minimal disruptions. Frequent updates from the developers have helped address many of these issues, leading to a generally positive reception regarding stability, especially for an early access title.

    • “Very fun game with virtually no glitches/bugs, many hours creating and automating your ranch.”
    • “A solid, bug free game and a lot of fun.”
    • “The game looks great, runs great, and sounds great.”
    • “I personally didn't play much because it is pretty buggy and I lost a whole section of my farm.”
    • “I really wish I could recommend this, but any game that stutters, hitches, and freezes as much as this one does on a gaming rig that runs some of the beefiest games with ease, has some serious problems with it.”
    • “Was able to play for about 40 minutes after 10 crashes and looking up fixes (that barely helped) my specs are 1060 3GB graphic card, 4300 3.5GHz processor, and 20 gigs of RAM and I'm unable to play; it either freezes and crashes on the main menu or I play for 3 minutes into the tutorial and then it drops in FPS and then crashes.”
  • optimization148 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that it runs smoothly on a variety of hardware, including lower-end systems, while others report performance issues such as framerate drops and stuttering, particularly when managing larger slime populations. Some users appreciate the game's charming graphics and overall performance, but express a desire for further optimization, especially on consoles and older PCs. Overall, while the game is generally well-optimized, there are still areas that could benefit from improvement to enhance the gaming experience.

    • “The adorable critters with such a brilliantly optimized art style is icing on the cake.”
    • “The game runs smoothly, and the gameplay is addictively fun, allowing for a lot of creative freedom in terms of how you want to run your ranch.”
    • “Simple to learn, yet plenty capable of keeping you busy for hours at a time with its depth of optimization methods, and has a lovely aesthetic full of life and cell-shaded color that still looks modern years after its release!”
    • “Additionally, the game suffers from optimization issues, resulting in occasional framerate drops and long loading times.”
    • “I owned the game on my PlayStation 4, but the game wasn't optimized correctly for that console.”
    • “This is the most poorly optimized game I've ever played.”
  • character development23 mentions

    Character development in the game is generally viewed as minimal, with most players noting that while the character designs are adorable and visually appealing, the depth of character backstories and interactions is lacking. Some players appreciated the emotional investment provided through limited communications, such as emails, but overall, the focus on gameplay and farming detracts from meaningful character development. The charming aesthetics and enjoyable gameplay are highlighted, but many feel that the narrative elements do not significantly enhance the experience.

    • “The e-mails that you receive from your friend back home are the best part about the story, and though limited, they provide a surprising amount of character development and emotional investment.”
    • “Cute character designs, a balanced progression curve, awesome customization, and laid-back, occasionally mindless gameplay come together to form a great open world tycoon game.”
    • “Intuitive gameplay, beautiful character design, relaxing ambient music.”
    • “If I could give a sideways thumb, I would. It's fun for a little bit for only one playthrough; some things regarding the story seemed unnecessary and out of place (no, I'm not talking about Hobson's long character development), and the actual game itself is just a little lacking. Not a bad game by any means, just disappointing.”
    • “There are a few NPCs you have very basic interactions with, but they don't really have much in the way of backstory or character development or anything else that might break up the relative monotony of working on your slime farm.”
    • “Beatrix only receives character development through Casey's emails; the only thing the player really learns about her is that she's outdoorsy.”
  • monetization21 mentions

    The monetization model of the game is largely praised for its absence of microtransactions and in-game purchases, offering a refreshing experience in a market often dominated by paywalls and ads. While there are permanent ads on the homescreen promoting a new game, players appreciate that all purchases are purely cosmetic, ensuring that gameplay remains unaffected by monetization pressures. Overall, the game is seen as a wholesome and addictive experience without the typical pitfalls of mobile gaming monetization.

    • “That's really refreshing considering how many games have just been reduced to microtransactions and paywalls.”
    • “Fantastic value for money and no in-app purchases, which is nice.”
    • “And in a world where most games these days have overpriced DLC, microtransactions, loot boxes, and other industry issues, this game stands tall with none of that.”
    • “How about we stop putting a very pronounced and persistent advertisement for our new game on the start of every single launch of the game.”
    • “This game has the unhealthy addictive qualities of those mobile farm games that get iterated a thousand times and I see endless unskippable ads for.”
    • “And in a world where most games these days have overpriced DLC, microtransactions, loot boxes, and other industry bullsh*t, this game stands tall with none of that.”
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Critic Reviews

76% average critic score

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Play time

20hMedian play time
59hAverage play time
28hMain story
229hCompletionist
7-64hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 339 analyzed playthroughs

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