Usagi Shima: Cute Bunny Game

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"Usagi Shima" is a charming casual game that invites you to an island inhabited by adorable bunnies. Immerse yourself in its delightful visuals, great music, and a dense atmosphere, while enjoying splendid gameplay. Despite being highly emotional, the game is marred by an excessive number of ads, but its "Take a rest on an island full of cute bunnies!" tagline perfectly encapsulates its soothing essence.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,557 reviews

graphics147 positive mentions

monetization159 negative mentions

Absolutely adorable art style and animations that bring the bunnies to life.
Relaxing gameplay that allows for casual check-ins without pressure.
No intrusive ads; optional ads for rewards make it a pleasant experience.

Can become repetitive once all items and bunnies are collected.
Limited space on the island can make decorating challenging.
Some users experience crashes or issues with Google Play sign-in.

graphics
256 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
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The graphics of the game are universally praised for their adorable and charming art style, featuring cute bunnies and beautifully detailed environments. Players appreciate the soothing visuals and relaxing atmosphere, which enhance the overall gameplay experience. The hand-drawn aesthetic and attention to detail contribute to a delightful and calming vibe, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “The art style is beautiful and the overall vibe is just lovely.”
- “Stunning, soft art style; you can tell so much love and care has been poured into this game, and it's truly perfect.”
- “The graphics are adorable, the music is so cute, and it's so relaxing.”
- “The graphics are cute and the little animations are adorable.”
- “The graphic design is also very well done; I wish the developer would sell some digital art prints of the bunnies and the island.”
- “Not much to do besides check-in and complete bunny tasks, but the art style is so fresh and colorful!”
monetization
198 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
8%
80%
The monetization model of the game is highly praised for being player-friendly, with all ads being completely optional and non-intrusive. Players can choose to watch ads for bonus rewards or pay a small fee to remove ads entirely, which many recommend as a way to support the developer. Overall, the game avoids predatory microtransactions, allowing for a relaxing experience without the pressure to spend money.
- “Compared to other mobile games, I don't feel like the in-app purchases are forceful or necessary; but rather an option to support the developer!”
- “One of the most chilled, beautifully drawn mobile games I have played, the microtransactions are the opposite of predatory, and the entire game has a subtle pleasant design ethos; I cannot recommend this happy chill bunny game more highly.”
- “The monetization is incredibly reasonable as this is all made by one developer - pank0 deserves all the support!”
- “It's a cute game with limited ads and a beautiful art style.”
- “Such a cute idle game that doesn't try to get you to buy stuff all the time or force you to watch ads.”
music
99 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
56%
3%
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall relaxing atmosphere. Players appreciate the charming soundtracks that complement the adorable art style and cute bunnies, making it a delightful experience for unwinding. Many users even find the music so pleasant that they leave it on while falling asleep or simply enjoying the ambiance.
- “Absolutely love the art and the calming music!”
- “The calm atmosphere, relaxing lo-fi music, the adorable visuals, and if you unlock the beach you get wave ambiance~♡ who wouldn't want to befriend these sweet bunnies?!”
- “I actually fell asleep to the music.”
- “It's soooo cute I love it best game ever I just wish there was more variety in the background music of the game.”
- “The music is soothing and the bunnies are comforting, the art style is comfy and the UI is easy to navigate.”
gameplay
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
39%
7%
The gameplay is characterized by its adorable art style and relaxing mechanics, offering a simple yet enjoyable experience focused on interacting with cute bunnies and decorating an island. While some players appreciate the low-pressure environment and unobtrusive ads, others find the gameplay somewhat monotonous and suggest the addition of mini-games for more engagement. Overall, it is praised for its smooth mechanics and rewarding progression, making it ideal for casual play.
- “Really cute art style, simple but enjoyable gameplay, freestyle decorating and no greed.”
- “The art style is lovely and I find the gameplay simple yet rewarding to keep coming back to throughout the day.”
- “From the adorable art style to the charming background music to the simple yet relaxing gameplay of town building and petting the bunnies, it all just makes you happy.”
- “However, beneath its charming exterior lies a disappointingly monotonous gameplay experience.”
- “The game lacks engaging gameplay, making it rather boring and repetitive to play.”
- “Have to visit once in awhile to see more bunnies etc. the gameplay is simple and relaxing, but hope to have more interactions with the bunnies.”
emotional
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly positive, with players praising its wholesome, heartwarming nature and adorable bunny characters. Many find it a relaxing escape from daily life, evoking feelings of nostalgia and comfort, while the game's charming art and simple mechanics contribute to its overall appeal. Players express gratitude for the developer's effort in creating such a delightful experience, often highlighting how it helps them cope with personal loss or stress.
- “Does it not warm your heart that in this emotionally cold 2023 we get a game based on those mechanics with the cutest bunnies and style and animations?”
- “Thank you for bringing us such a wholesome experience 🩷 when I miss my bunny who passed, I like that I can open this game and give a bunny that looks like him some pets 🥹🩷”
- “This was relaxing and wholesome, it heals my inner child especially that I hoped to have a pet bunny but I didn't get any!”
atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
21%
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The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its warmth and cuteness, featuring adorable bunnies and a charming art style that creates a relaxing environment. Players appreciate the calming music and ambient sounds, which enhance the overall experience without the pressure of forced ads. The game is described as super chill and enjoyable, making it a delightful escape for fans of cute aesthetics and laid-back gameplay.
- “Gorgeous art style, the cutest bunnies you'll ever see, simple intuitive controls/play, lovely atmosphere and music.”
- “The calm atmosphere, relaxing lofi music, the adorable visuals, and if you unlock the beach you get wave ambiance~♡ who wouldn't want to befriend these sweet bunnies?!”
- “The bunnies are adorable, the graphics are charming and lovingly detailed, and the overall atmosphere is so relaxing.”
- “The atmosphere feels bland and uninspired, lacking any real depth or engagement.”
- “Despite the cute visuals, the atmosphere doesn't evoke any real emotion or connection.”
- “The overall atmosphere is forgettable, making it hard to stay immersed in the game.”
optimization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players report that the game runs smoothly with charming graphics, but there are notable concerns regarding optimization, particularly on older devices and during specific gameplay scenarios, such as nighttime. Some users experience lag and overheating issues, suggesting a need for future updates to enhance performance, especially with larger maps or additional features. While the game is generally well-received, the desire for improved optimization remains a common theme among reviews.
- “The game runs smoothly, and there are ads if you want to double carrots (currency) but that is a small price to pay for the immense amount of artwork and craftsmanship towards making this very wholesome game.”
- “I just wish that it will get optimized on future updates so it won't lag during nighttime when many lights are on 😊.”
- “And as it seems, the island can't get better due to some people having performance issues.”
- “I hope in the future the game will be more optimized to handle larger maps since my Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 heats up a bit, oddly enough.”
- “Great game, could use some optimization as it runs hot on my S23 Ultra (only game to overheat my phone).”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is minimal but serves as a backdrop for daily quests that players find easy to complete, allowing for a relaxing experience filled with charming artwork and cute bunnies. While the art style evokes nostalgia and enhances the gameplay, some users express frustration with the randomness of certain missions, which can disrupt the otherwise calming atmosphere. Overall, the game is praised for its delightful visuals and the ability to engage in short, enjoyable sessions.
- “This game has the most wonderful art style that reminds me of those old storybooks. So far, I haven't had any problems; it's pretty easy to navigate. Plus, the fact that this game was made by one developer is actually jaw-dropping.”
- “Just enough to pop in for a few minutes every day for missions, and to admire the fantastic illustrations that build your kawaii community.”
- “The daily quests are easy to achieve on a busy day, and I can customize my little paradise to my heart's content.”
- “Relaxing, cute, calming game, but the daily missions annoy me. The RNG to finish them is too much for a casual game like this. Yesterday I didn't get the feed mission clear, and now the brushing one is ruining the peace.”
- “This game has the most wonderful art style that reminds me of those old storybooks, but so far I haven't had any problems. It's pretty easy to navigate, plus the fact that this game was made by one developer is actually jaw-dropping.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game. While some find the process of farming carrots tedious and the hitbox for collecting them frustratingly small, others appreciate the balance and do not feel that earning carrots is overly grindy. Overall, the experience varies, with some players enjoying the mechanics while others seek more engaging activities to justify the grinding.
- “Lovely game and not grindy.”
- “As the game goes on and you get more carrots, it begins to get tedious.”
- “I've stockpiled on normal carrots and have nothing else to do other than farming golden ones and buying all the buildings, which are kind of expensive for what they do.”
- “The one and only thing that bothers me is when you're farming/grinding carrots from the ground, the hitbox of the carrots is too small, so I have to press multiple times and align my thick thumb with the carrot in order to pick it, which is slightly annoying.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that the game experiences occasional freezing, particularly when opening the app and after placing buildings or decorations, but these issues are generally minor and do not significantly detract from the gameplay experience. There are some glitches noted, but no major stability concerns have been highlighted.
- “The game freezes up when I open the app, and it takes a minute or two to unfreeze.”
- “The game still freezes for 2 seconds after buying or placing buildings and decorations.”
- “It has some glitches, but still.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by amusing moments, such as players engaging playfully with objects, and the overall lighthearted tone is reinforced by playful character names like "Funny Bunny." Users find the game to be genuinely entertaining and filled with comedic elements.
- “I took a really funny picture of one of them playing with the ball.”
- “Funny game.”
- “Funny bunny :)”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the game offers enjoyable moments for casual play, many users feel that it lacks significant long-term replayability.
- “Very fun game to check in on sometimes, but I feel like there's not much replay value long-term.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The character design of the buns is highly praised, showcasing creativity and attention to detail that enhances their overall appeal.