The Little Acre

71%
Game Brain Score Based on 500 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • humor
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If you miss the point-and-click adventures of old, or just love a heart-warming story filled with some great characters, this tale of love and loss is for you.
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"The Little Acre is a 1950's Ireland-based adventure game, featuring two playable characters, Aidan and Lily, who are in search of Aidan's missing father and end up in a mysterious new world. With traditional hand-drawn animation, unique perspective transitions, and full voice acting, the game provides an immersive and memorable experience."

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71%
Audience ScoreBased on 500 reviews
story116 positive mentions
stability12 negative mentions
  • The hand-drawn art and animation are stunning, creating a visually captivating experience.
  • The characters are charming and the voice acting is well done, adding to the overall enjoyment.
  • The game offers a lighthearted and fun story, making it suitable for both kids and adults.
  • The game is very short, typically taking less than 2 hours to complete, which may not justify the price.
  • The puzzles are often too easy and straightforward, lacking the challenge that fans of the genre might expect.
  • The story feels rushed and leaves many plot threads unresolved, which can be disappointing for players seeking depth.
  • story345 mentions

    The story of the game is generally perceived as charming and cute, but it suffers from a lack of depth and development, often feeling rushed, especially towards the end. Many reviewers express a desire for a longer narrative that could better flesh out characters and plot threads, as the current storyline leaves several elements unexplained and feels simplistic. While the visuals and humor are praised, the overall consensus is that the story, though enjoyable, is ultimately shallow and could benefit from more substantial storytelling.

    • “The story is intriguing, the humor is delightful and you'll want to keep playing until it's through.”
    • “The art and animation kept me intrigued and pushed me forward throughout the story.”
    • “A delightful little story that will have you giggling in delight, cooing in affection, and shrieking in despair.”
    • “The game introduces characters pivotal to the plot without making any attempt to flesh them out whatsoever, and then suddenly ends unexpectedly as soon as what one would think is the 2nd act of the story, in a way that ties everything up so neatly I feel almost insulted.”
    • “The story is the largest weakness of the game.”
    • “The story leaves a lot to be desired and the easy puzzles won't pose much of a challenge to most.”
  • graphics133 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful hand-drawn art style and smooth animations, reminiscent of classic animated films. Many reviewers highlight the vibrant visuals and charming character designs, noting that the artwork significantly enhances the overall experience, despite some criticisms regarding the game's short length and occasional scaling issues. Overall, the aesthetic quality is considered a major strength, making it a delightful visual experience for players.

    • “The artwork is beautiful and the voice acting is superb.”
    • “A great little game with astounding graphics, very nice plot and casual puzzles.”
    • “The voice acting and artwork are simply beautiful, every frame lovingly created by hand and every character oozing with vibrancy. I cannot recommend this game enough.”
    • “But as a game, this is the epitome of pretty graphics with no gameplay.”
    • “There is the occasional odd clash of art style between the cell-shaded characters and the hand-drawn style of the backgrounds.”
    • “I recommend you buy the game when on sale, purely for the aesthetic experience.”
  • humor56 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised for being cute, heartwarming, and family-friendly, with many players enjoying the funny expressions of characters and amusing situations. While the game may not be deeply complex or consistently hilarious, it offers delightful moments that keep players entertained, making it a charming experience overall. The combination of good animation, voice acting, and clever humor contributes to its appeal, particularly for a younger audience.

    • “The story is intriguing, the humor is delightful and you'll want to keep playing until it's through.”
    • “Set in rural Ireland, you control a pretty normal Irishman and his hilarious six-year-old daughter as they find themselves getting caught up in a relative's invention that ends up teleporting them to another world.”
    • “All in all, it's well worth the money for a chilled-out, funny, heart-warming adventure game to spend a long evening with.”
  • gameplay55 mentions

    The gameplay is generally described as simple and straightforward, typical of point-and-click adventure games, but it suffers from a lack of depth and challenge, with many players noting its short duration of around one hour. While the art and animation are praised, the gameplay often feels unbalanced and rushed, leading to a perception of it being more of a visual experience than a substantive game. Many reviewers suggest that the game would benefit from expanded content and more engaging puzzles to enhance the overall experience.

    • “Charming point and click with clever puzzles that don't impede the flow of gameplay.”
    • “The art and animation are beautiful, the mechanics straightforward for those familiar with adventure games, and the setting is great.”
    • “Gameplay-wise, this is standard adventure game fare, with the puzzles all having logical solutions that can be reasonably resolved without too much head-scratching.”
    • “Overall, there's barely an hour's worth of gameplay here, and at $18.50, that's an extremely steep asking price for a game with very little length and substance.”
    • “But as a game, this is the epitome of pretty graphics with no gameplay.”
    • “Worse, the gameplay is split between two characters in different situations, so you get even less time and development with each of them.”
  • music54 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its quality, fitting atmosphere, and memorable melodies, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the pleasant and colorful soundtrack, which complements the beautiful hand-drawn animations and charming voice acting. While some voice performances could be improved, the music remains a standout feature that many players find captivating and enjoyable.

    • “The music is fantastic - I can't wait to either stream the OST off YouTube or get my hands on it.”
    • “The music was also very memorable and was one of the hooks that got me excited about the game.”
    • “The music is lovely and very fitting; I enjoyed how the mood changes depending on the environment.”
    • “Music, art style, and humor in this game are amazing, but it is running very poorly.”
    • “The music is also remarkable and the characters are quite charming, but sadly I had no time to empathize with them as much as I'd like.”
    • “The graphics are well adapted to the situation and music is colorful and upbeat.”
  • emotional17 mentions

    The game is described as cute, funny, and heartwarming, providing a wholesome experience despite its short length. While many players appreciate the emotional narrative and charming characters, some express dissatisfaction with unresolved questions and simplistic puzzles that detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, it is seen as a delightful, albeit brief, adventure that evokes warmth and humor.

    • “The game is cute, funny, heartwarming, and short—oh my god, is it short!”
    • “Gaming simply doesn't get more enjoyable and heartwarming.”
    • “If you miss the point-and-click adventures of old, or just love a heartwarming story filled with some great characters, this tale of love and loss is for you.”
  • stability12 mentions

    Overall, players report that the game experiences several minor glitches and bugs, particularly in specific sections like the swamp and the initial house area. While some issues can be resolved by reloading, there are instances of game-breaking glitches that require restarting. Despite these stability concerns, many users find the bugs manageable and not overly disruptive to gameplay.

    • “I also had a few game-breaking glitches around the swamp section, where I would jump back and forth across the game platform until I force quit the game and started the section over.”
    • “The negative for me was a slightly buggy joystick interface; the bugs only show in the house right at the start and then they go away.”
    • “Only disappointing part is that the game is a bit buggy.”
  • grinding10 mentions

    Players frequently criticize the game for excessive grinding, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic time investment to progress. This repetitive gameplay element quickly becomes tedious, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “A lot of grinding.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “When you're trying to figure out what to click on, this gets very tedious, very quickly.”
  • character development10 mentions

    Character development in the game is noted for its charming and emotive character designs, enhanced by high-quality hand-drawn animation and creative monster designs. However, many reviewers feel that the narrative lacks depth, with a desire for more substantial character development to fill the gaps in the plot. Overall, while the visual aspects are praised, the character arcs leave something to be desired.

    • “The art, character design, and especially animation, which was evidently drawn by hand, is wonderfully done, with beautiful backgrounds that add life to both the Irish setting and the fantasy world Clonfira, unique and sometimes frightening designs for Clonfira’s flora and fauna, and design that makes the small cast of characters emotive and endearing (and the voice acting’s pretty good, too).”
    • “The character designs themselves are adorable and charming, and oh man, the monsters are super creative.”
    • “Character design and world building was all around great.”
  • replayability8 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is limited due to a lack of diverse gameplay options, though some players may find motivation in pursuing all achievements. While it offers potential for replayability, particularly in multiplayer modes, the absence of varied strategies diminishes its overall appeal for repeated playthroughs.

    • “Infinitely replayable in multiplayer mode.”
    • “Infinitely replayable in multiplayer mode.”
    • “There's nothing really in the way of multiple ways of doing things, so sadly, not much in replayability.”
    • “There is potential for replayability, if only to try to get all of the achievements!”
    • “There's nothing really in the way of multiple ways of doing things, so sadly, not much in replayability.”
  • atmosphere6 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is richly detailed, featuring elements like hand-drawn animations that enhance the immersive experience. Players appreciate the combination of visual intricacies and a captivating soundtrack, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a relaxing, atmospheric gaming experience rather than a challenging one.

    • “Very atmospheric with great music.”
    • “All in all, a great game to sit down with when I'm done working and want more atmosphere than challenge.”
    • “There was so much detail - you would see a hand-drawn animation of a rat running in the foreground, for no other reason than to contribute to the atmosphere.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    Reviews indicate that the game's optimization is significantly lacking, with many users highlighting a poor price-performance ratio that fails to meet expectations.

    • “- The price-performance ratio is completely out of balance.”
    • “- The price-performance ratio is completely out of balance.”
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Play time

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