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URBO: Dream One

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96%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization
96% User Score Based on 378 reviews

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About URBO: Dream One

URBO: Dream One is a single player casual city builder game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Door407 and was released on August 31, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

A relaxing puzzle game in which you build a miniaturized city on a green island in the middle of a vast azure lake. Get away from your daily routine and immerse yourself in the world of URBO: Dream One. Watch your city grow house by house. PART OF A LARGER UNIVERSE This is just one of the worlds of URBO. Each one offers the opportunity to build mysterious cities in an atmospheric, dreamlike sett…

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96%Audience ScoreBased on 378 reviews
music25 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a relaxing and meditative experience with beautiful visuals and soothing music.
  • It's a free game that provides a satisfying puzzle challenge, making it a great value for players.
  • The gameplay is simple yet engaging, allowing players to unwind while strategically building their city.
  • The game can become repetitive quickly, leading to boredom after a short playtime.
  • Some players found the mechanics too simplistic and lacking depth, making it feel like a mobile game clone.
  • There are technical issues reported, such as screen flickering and bugs that can disrupt the gameplay experience.

  • music

    43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    58% positive mentions, 35% neutral mentions, 7% negative mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its soothing and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Reviewers highlight the calming soundtrack as a perfect complement to the visuals, creating an immersive atmosphere that promotes concentration and enjoyment. Many players appreciate the music's ability to provide a serene backdrop, making the game feel like a pleasant escape rather than a stressful challenge.

    • “The ambient soundtrack perfectly complements the visuals, creating a soundscape that's both soothing and captivating.”
    • “A simple yet beautifully styled game with music so relaxing it could put you to sleep.”
    • “I normally do not listen to in-game music, because for me it is distracting.”
    • “Not too difficult puzzle game with very relaxing music and aesthetic.”
    • “The ambiance is incredibly soothing, and the music aids significantly in concentration and strategic thinking.”

  • graphics

    43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    65% positive mentions, 28% neutral mentions, 7% negative mentions

    The graphics of the game have been widely praised for their beauty and vibrancy, featuring a relaxing and aesthetically pleasing art style that enhances the overall experience. Many users highlight the hand-drawn visuals and calming soundscapes, which create a tranquil atmosphere perfect for unwinding. However, some players noted issues like screen flicker that detracted from the visual enjoyment, though the overall consensus remains that the graphics are a standout feature of the game.

    • “The hand-drawn visuals are breathtaking, with every detail – from the quaint houses to the lush vegetation – meticulously crafted to evoke a sense of tranquility.”
    • “Graphically very pleasing and audio is very atmospheric; it's a relaxing and chilled game, no hesitation in recommending.”
    • “Beautiful graphics, low requirements, as well as simple mechanics in the style of 2045 and Hearthstone make this game enjoyable for gaming sessions.”
    • “The aesthetics seem soft and relaxing at first, but it begins to feel dull, lifeless, gray, and boxy after a while.”
    • “I have Windows 11 on a gaming laptop (ROG Zephyrus G14) that's capable of running truly graphics-intensive stuff like Cyberpunk 2077, for instance, and I've never encountered an issue like this on any other game I've played up to now, so for a generic puzzle game to present such an issue is ridiculous.”
    • “Not sure why my graphics card was sweating all the time.”

  • gameplay

    29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    38% positive mentions, 52% neutral mentions, 10% negative mentions

    The gameplay of Urbo: Dream One is characterized by its simplicity and accessibility, allowing players to easily engage with the mechanics of strategically placing houses on an island. While the game features beautiful graphics and a relaxing atmosphere, some players feel that the strategic and base-building elements are less impactful than expected, leading to a repetitive experience. Overall, it offers a meditative and enjoyable puzzle experience, appealing to those seeking a casual gaming session.

    • “The simple gameplay is straightforward to get into, and there's a real sense of satisfaction in seeing your tiny city flourish.”
    • “The music, the simplicity, and easy-to-learn mechanics make the experience so pleasant and immersive!”
    • “With its surreal visuals, immersive atmosphere, and unique gameplay, it offers an experience like no other.”
    • “But, then it's the same mechanics over and over.”
    • “2048, but with buildings and a couple more mechanics.”
    • “A calm puzzle game with simple graphics and unobtrusive gameplay.”

  • atmosphere

    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    71% positive mentions, 29% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its serene and calming qualities, enhanced by beautiful graphics and a soothing soundtrack. Players find it to be a relaxing and meditative experience, making it an ideal choice for unwinding after a long day. Overall, the immersive and unique atmosphere contributes significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “But the serene atmosphere and calming soundtrack make the challenge feel like a pleasant mental massage rather than a stressful test.”
    • “Relaxing, meditative, with a unique atmosphere and wonderful background music.”
    • “With its surreal visuals, immersive atmosphere, and unique gameplay, it offers an experience like no other.”

  • story

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, -33% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The story aspect of the game is highlighted as captivating, featuring a breathtaking narrative that creates unforgettable moments, although some users note the absence of a traditional story structure.

    • “Captivating storyline, breathtaking graphics, and unforgettable moments.”
    • “There is no story to speak of.”
    • “The game lacks any meaningful narrative.”
    • “The storyline is completely absent.”

  • humor

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game is noted for its humor, providing a funny experience that contrasts with a relaxing atmosphere, keeping players engaged and entertained.

    • “Funny game, not at all relaxing haha”
    • “The humor is spot on, making every moment enjoyable!”
    • “I couldn't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and hilarious situations!”

  • monetization

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Users feel that while they enjoy the game Urbo, there is a noticeable presence of advertising that detracts from the overall experience.

    • “I love the game, but the monetization feels excessive and intrusive.”
    • “The constant push for in-game purchases really detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “It seems like the game is designed more for profit than for player enjoyment.”

  • emotional

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game is praised for its emotional impact, offering a wholesome experience through its beautiful graphics and engaging gameplay, making it accessible to a wide audience.

    • “A wholesome city-builder and merge game that evokes a deep sense of nostalgia and warmth.”
    • “The beautiful graphics combined with the heartfelt storylines create an emotional experience that stays with you long after playing.”
    • “Every decision feels impactful, making you emotionally invested in the growth and well-being of your city and its inhabitants.”

  • grinding

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it still feels like I'm nowhere.”

  • replayability

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, -50% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Despite its brief main campaign, "Urbo: Dream" provides a surprisingly high level of replayability, encouraging players to revisit the game for new experiences.

    • “A short but sweet experience with great replayability!”
    • “While Urbo: Dream's main campaign can be completed in a few hours, it offers a surprisingly high level of replayability.”
    • “A short but sweet experience (with replayability!)”

  • optimization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game is praised for its strong optimization, providing an engaging experience that is suitable for playing with children.

    • “The game is well optimized, making it enjoyable to play, even with children.”
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2h Median play time
2h Average play time
2-2h Spent by most gamers
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URBO: Dream One is a casual city builder game with fantasy theme. Common tags for URBO: Dream One include indie, surreal, family friendly, relaxing, nature and others.

URBO: Dream One is available on PC, Virtual Reality, Steam Deck and Windows.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing URBO: Dream One.

URBO: Dream One was released on August 31, 2023.

URBO: Dream One was developed by Door407.

URBO: Dream One has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked URBO: Dream One for its music but disliked it for its story.

URBO: Dream One is a single player game.

Similar games include Dorfromantik, ISLANDERS, Pan'orama, Preserve, Home Wind and others.