Takenoko

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Takenoko is a single player and multiplayer casual strategy game. It was developed by Twin Sails Interactive and was released on November 27, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Takenoko" is a strategy game suitable for 1-4 players, offering local multi-player options including split screen and PvP. The game is based on the popular board game and challenges players to cultivate and irrigate bamboo forests to satisfy a picky imperial panda, while completing objectives to earn the emperor's favor. With simple and tactical gameplay, players must plan and execute their actions carefully to outperform their rivals.

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Audience ScoreBased on 68 reviews

music4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Fun and easy to learn, making it a great game for families and younger players.
Beautiful graphics and animations that enhance the overall experience.
Faithful adaptation of the board game with enjoyable gameplay mechanics.

Frequent crashes and glitches make the game unplayable for many users.
Poor AI implementation leads to frustrating gameplay, with the AI often appearing to cheat.
The user interface is cumbersome, requiring excessive clicking to confirm actions and making it difficult to plan during other players' turns.

music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its soothing and charming qualities, enhancing the overall ambiance and enjoyment of gameplay. However, some players express frustration with the limited variety, suggesting that repetitive tracks can detract from the experience. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's appeal, there is a call for more diverse compositions to keep it fresh.
- “It's a beautiful game with nice music, and it's fun to play when it's balanced.”
- “The music is cool, and of course, being able to play against bots is fun and convenient.”
- “The music is very soothing, and really, who could possibly resist the charms of the cute bamboo-munching panda and his lady-love?!”
- “Come on devs; splurge on some more music rights or hire someone to create more songs.”
- “Hearing the same music over and over and over and over and over... it gets old.”
- “I want music as it adds to the overall appeal of the game, but not at the expense of my sanity.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are consistently praised for being cute, colorful, and visually appealing, contributing to a charming and zen-like aesthetic. Reviewers appreciate the overall quality, noting that the graphics, sound effects, and interface are well-executed, enhancing the gameplay experience.
- “The graphics are cute, colorful, and easy on the eyes.”
- “Such a cute, easy-to-play but hard-to-master game with an adorably zen aesthetic.”
- “However, the graphics are excellent as well as the sound effects.”
- “No option to play with low graphics; I wonder if I'm playing Takenoko or Zoo Planet.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received criticism for feeling untested and lacking polish, suggesting that it may not meet player expectations. However, the DLC is noted to enhance the experience by adding complexity, though the base game remains enjoyable on its own.
- “The game can be enjoyed even without the DLC; it just adds a little complexity, so buy it when you want to expand the gameplay of the base game.”
- “It's as if no one actually tested how the gameplay is after they developed it.”
- “The gameplay feels unpolished and lacks the depth that was promised.”
- “The mechanics are clunky and often lead to frustrating experiences.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect somewhat tedious due to the need for constant confirmation of bot actions, which disrupts the flow of gameplay. Many suggest that allowing actions to proceed at a moderate pace without constant clicks would enhance the experience.
- “The only slight irritation is the continuous confirmation of the bot's actions; these could just run through at a moderate pace. Clicking to confirm each action and the new bot's turn is tedious.”
- “Grinding feels like an endless chore, where progress is painfully slow and repetitive.”
- “The amount of time spent grinding for resources is frustrating, making the game feel more like a job than a fun experience.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users feel that the game requires further tweaks and optimizations to enhance performance and overall experience.
- “Yes, of course! I think if they tweaked it a bit more and optimized a few things, it would be even better.”
- “Yes, of course, I think if they tweaked it some more and optimized a few things.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers strong replayability due to its random tile drawings and the involvement of multiple players controlling the pawns, ensuring varied experiences in each playthrough.
- “The random tile drawings and multiple players controlling the pawns contribute to a high level of replayability.”
- “Each game feels different due to the variety of strategies and player interactions, making it highly replayable.”
- “The dynamic gameplay and changing scenarios ensure that no two playthroughs are ever the same, enhancing its replayability.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Despite some frustration with the frequent need to confirm actions, reviewers consistently praise the game's overall atmosphere as engaging and immersive.
- “The overall atmosphere of the game is fantastic, despite some complaints about the constant need to verify every move.”
- “The game's atmosphere is immersive and captivating, drawing players into its unique world.”
- “Every detail contributes to an incredible atmosphere that keeps you engaged and wanting to explore more.”