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The Good Time Garden

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96%Game Brain Score
music, graphics
character development, stability
96% User Score Based on 2,026 reviews

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The Good Time Garden is a single player puzzle game with a horror theme. It was developed by Coal Supper and was released on December 19, 2019. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"The Good Time Garden" is a short, surreal game where players explore a pink world filled with strange naked creatures to gather food. The game features hand-drawn animation and an original soundtrack, with the option for the soundtrack to be downloaded with donations over $3. The game can be downloaded and played on both Windows and Mac systems.

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,026 reviews
music103 positive mentions
character development3 negative mentions

  • The game features a unique and bizarre art style that is visually appealing and engaging.
  • It's a short, fun experience that provides a good laugh with its absurd humor and quirky characters.
  • The soundtrack is calming and complements the surreal atmosphere of the game, making it a relaxing experience.
  • The game lacks clear instructions or controls, which can lead to confusion for new players.
  • Some players may find the content disturbing or uncomfortable due to its sexual themes and imagery.
  • The game is very short, which may leave players wanting more depth and content.
  • music
    146 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has been widely praised for its calming and soothing qualities, often described as lo-fi and relaxing, which enhances the overall surreal experience. Many players noted that the soundtrack complements the unique hand-drawn art style, creating a delightful atmosphere that is both enjoyable and oddly comforting. Despite the game's bizarre themes and visuals, the music stands out as a highlight, making it a memorable part of the gameplay.

    • “The soundtrack is absolutely kino and really sets the mood.”
    • “The surreal art-style and mellow soundtrack complement each other perfectly.”
    • “The music was so calming and it made me feel at peace with all of the unsettling things happening.”
    • “Being a 20-30 minute game, there's not much music.”
    • “The music and colors feel calm while the sounds and visuals just feel deeply uncomfortable.”
    • “The music is mood setting to the odd world and I was bewildered the entire short journey.”
  • graphics
    109 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and surreal art style, which combines cute and grotesque elements, reminiscent of shows like "Adventure Time" and "The Midnight Gospel." Many players appreciate the vibrant colors, textures, and calming music that enhance the overall experience, although some find the visuals to be unsettling or immature. Overall, the game's artistic presentation stands out as a significant highlight, contributing to its quirky charm and engaging atmosphere.

    • “What an odd and surreal game, the visuals and music are amazing and reminds me so much of The Midnight Gospel.”
    • “The art style stands out among other games on Steam.”
    • “The surreal art style and mellow soundtrack complement each other perfectly.”
    • “Doesn't really offer anything except slightly gross visuals and sounds.”
    • “The music and colors feel calm while the sounds and visuals just feel deeply uncomfortable.”
    • “Cute enough artstyle, but the gameplay is bare bones.”
  • humor
    98 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is described as a mix of crude, surreal, and juvenile elements, often eliciting laughter through its bizarre and adult-themed content. While some players appreciate the absurdity and find it hilarious, others feel that the reliance on crude jokes can be hit or miss, with varying degrees of effectiveness. Overall, the game is characterized as a short, funny experience that may appeal to those who enjoy quirky and irreverent humor.

    • “If you love funny, whimsical games, thank goodness you're here!”
    • “This game is a surreal, hilarious hand-drawn masterpiece.”
    • “Disgusting, hilarious, and heartwarming, all in one game!”
    • “Not funny, didn't laugh.”
    • “The humor fell flat and felt forced.”
    • “I expected more laughs, but the jokes just missed the mark.”
  • story
    50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is described as a unique blend of surrealism and simplicity, often leaving players puzzled yet intrigued by its odd narrative and artistic presentation. While many appreciate the emotional depth and visual storytelling, some find the plot to be minimal or confusing, primarily serving as a backdrop for gameplay. Overall, the story is seen as a short but impactful experience that resonates with players, despite its brevity and occasional lack of clarity.

    • “The game is amazing, from the story to the art direction, but it's short though.”
    • “A truly outstanding game with marvelous visuals and a deep touching story.”
    • “Such a poetic and heartwarming story.”
    • “There's not really anything to talk about by way of story.”
    • “There isn't a story.”
    • “It has a very short and relatively unexplained story that mainly serves to take you through the main focus of the game, the art.”
  • gameplay
    39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally described as simple and short, typically lasting between 15 to 30 minutes, with a focus on unique mechanics like feeding a blob and exploring a surreal environment. While some players appreciate the soothing music and intriguing art style, many note the lack of depth and replayability, with gameplay often feeling repetitive or bare-bones. Overall, it offers a quirky experience that may appeal to those looking for a brief, entertaining distraction rather than a challenging game.

    • “The gameplay was spectacular.”
    • “Interesting and fun gameplay mechanics tie in with amazing hand-drawn art and a deeply satisfying soundtrack.”
    • “The actions and mechanics were interesting and very satisfying to learn.”
    • “The anatomical art and NPC comments and the gameplay are surprisingly repetitive for a 15-minute game experience that doesn't really offer much more than watching a trailer for this.”
    • “90% of the gameplay is just walking from one point to the other, and then walking back.”
    • “Cute enough art style, but the gameplay is bare bones.”
  • emotional
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a unique blend of grotesque and wholesome elements, evoking a wide range of feelings from players, including warmth, humor, and introspection. Many reviewers highlight the touching story and beautiful art style, describing the experience as both calming and surreal, while also noting its unexpected depth and emotional complexity. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to create a heartfelt and memorable experience, despite its bizarre and sometimes unsettling themes.

    • “Loved the emotional vibe the game offers.”
    • “Beautiful art style and a touching story!!”
    • “Such a poetic and heartwarming story.”
  • atmosphere
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is described as a unique blend of surreal, creepy, and calming elements, creating an immersive experience that ranges from inviting to unsettling. Players appreciate the combination of lovely music, intriguing visuals, and odd character designs, which contribute to a distinctive and sometimes disturbing ambiance. Overall, while the gameplay may not be particularly engaging, the game's atmosphere is compelling enough to warrant exploration.

    • “Lovely music and atmosphere.”
    • “I love the animation and the subtle creepy vibes and uncomfortable atmosphere you get from it.”
    • “This game creates a very unusual microcosm and atmosphere, and I have been playing video games since the age of Pong.”
    • “It still feels more like a tech demo with a very 'what are you trying to even say?' type of atmosphere.”
    • “Second, what in the flying...? Maybe I am an idiot, because I was not expecting any of what I got, but the weird, surreal, kind of dark and dreary atmosphere is something I didn't expect at all.”
    • “Nothing particularly interesting gameplay-wise, but definitely worth a look just to be absorbed by this strange atmosphere.”
  • optimization
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some users experiencing significant stuttering, particularly on higher-end systems. While the artistic presentation is praised, the performance issues detract from the overall experience.

    • “The overall impressions and performance of the game are impressive, showcasing a blend of artistry and technical execution.”
    • “The artwork is absolutely amazing, enhancing the overall experience of the game.”
    • “While there seems to be an issue with optimization for higher-end systems, the game still delivers a captivating performance.”
    • “The game caused significant stuttering on my computer while playing.”
    • “There seems to be an issue with the game not being optimized for higher-end systems.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers limited replayability, with gameplay lasting only 10-30 minutes and lacking incentives for repeated playthroughs, though it is available for free.

    • “The game offers a lifetime of replayability, keeping players engaged long after the initial playthrough.”
    • “The combination of playability and replayability makes this game a must-have for any gamer.”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh and exciting, thanks to the numerous choices and outcomes available.”
    • “It's only about 10-30 minutes of gameplay (depending on how much time you spend on slapping various body parts) and has no replayability, but it's free.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is marked by unique and eccentric designs that evoke a mix of discomfort and humor, contributing to a quirky and memorable experience. Players appreciate the bizarre aesthetics, which enhance the overall charm of the characters, even if they require some initial adjustment.

    • “The character designs are weird and disturbing in the right way, making me uncomfortable in a good way.”
    • “The character design took a second to get used to, but it was an overall hilarious and quirky experience.”
    • “Cute yet bizarre character design.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that the game suffers from numerous bugs and poor design choices, impacting overall stability.

    • “There are many things that are still buggy or poorly designed.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
    • “I encountered numerous glitches that disrupted my experience.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, though not outright terrible, suggesting it may detract from the overall enjoyment.

    • “Not exactly offensively bad, but kind of tedious to play.”
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The Good Time Garden is a puzzle game with horror theme.

The Good Time Garden is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows, Linux and others.

The Good Time Garden was released on December 19, 2019.

The Good Time Garden was developed by Coal Supper.

The Good Time Garden has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its character development.

The Good Time Garden is a single player game.

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