Viridi

90%
Game Brain Score Based on 92 reviews
  • music
  • graphics
  • monetization
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Viridi is a single-player Simulation game featuring delightful visuals and a spectacular soundtrack. Nurture and grow your own pot of succulents in real-time, with each plant requiring maintenance to prevent them from dying. Described as a "happy place game," Viridi is a free-to-try love letter to the world of succulents, offering a calming experience through plant care.

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90%
Audience ScoreBased on 92 reviews
music14 positive mentions
  • The game is incredibly relaxing and serves as a great stress reliever with soothing music and beautiful visuals.
  • It's easy to learn and play, making it accessible for anyone looking to care for virtual plants in a calming environment.
  • Players appreciate the real-time growth of plants and the weekly free seedlings, which adds a sense of excitement and engagement.
  • The game can become boring quickly due to its simplistic gameplay and limited actions, requiring only a few minutes of attention each day.
  • Microtransactions are a significant downside, as many players feel that in-game purchases are necessary to fully enjoy the game.
  • Some users have reported technical issues, such as bugs that prevent the game from functioning properly on certain monitors.
  • music27 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and soothing qualities, providing a perfect backdrop for relaxation and stress relief. Players appreciate how the atmospheric soundtrack enhances the overall experience, making it an ideal companion for activities like reading or working. The combination of beautiful visuals and serene music creates a unique and tranquil environment that many find comforting.

    • “Lovely music and visuals, as to be expected from Icewater Games.”
    • “Viridi has a simple mechanic for gameplay, you water your plants, you listen to the calming music, and you enter your happy place.”
    • “This game and its soundtrack are beautiful and relaxing.”
    • “If you play in fullscreen with the music on, it can help you relax and forget all of your problems...and you may learn something about succulent plants along the way.”
    • “The soundtrack is very soothing, and I love to listen to it whenever I'm reading or writing something.”
    • “Letting the game sit open to let me sing to the plants with the music playing quietly in the background is a pleasant experience, to say the least.”
  • graphics13 mentions

    The graphics of the game are described as simple yet beautiful, contributing to a calming and stress-relieving experience. While some users note limitations due to the game's Unity engine, the vibrant colors of the plants and the overall art style are appreciated for their charm. Overall, the visuals, paired with lovely music, create a relaxing atmosphere that enhances the gameplay.

    • “Lovely music and visuals, as to be expected from Icewater Games.”
    • “The gameplay is simplistic, the visuals are beautiful and you will absolutely love this game if these things sound appealing to you.”
    • “Extremely relaxing, would recommend to those who need a break accompanied with calming music and beautiful graphics.”
    • “Honestly, simplicity is bliss, and this game definitely has simplicity in mind when it comes to graphics.”
    • “Graphics are okay: the plant's colors become vibrant when you water them and they show some signs of withering when dry, although the game's backgrounds are quite plain.”
    • “Art style is simple and refined.”
  • monetization6 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game features in-game purchases typical of free-to-play models, but players feel that these purchases do not significantly enhance the experience. While the game offers a substantial free experience, the lack of transparency regarding microtransactions has led to negative sentiments among users.

    • “Although there will be in-game purchases, you do get a lot out of the free experience.”
    • “Like most free games, in-game purchases are a large part of the overall game.”
    • “Microtransactions.”
    • “About one minute a day covers all actions you can do, and the in-game purchases don't even really improve it.”
    • “Like most free games, in-game purchases are a large part of the overall game.”
    • “This is a pretty bad game to begin with, but the complete lack of transparency about the fact that it has in-app purchases really soured me towards it.”
  • gameplay4 mentions

    The gameplay in Viridi is characterized by its simplicity, focusing on watering plants and enjoying calming music, which creates a soothing experience. Players appreciate the beautiful visuals, making it an appealing choice for those who enjoy tranquil and minimalist gameplay.

    • “Viridi has a simple mechanic for gameplay: you water your plants, you listen to the calming music, and you enter your happy place.”
    • “The gameplay is simplistic, the visuals are beautiful, and you will absolutely love this game if these things sound appealing to you.”
    • “The gameplay is simplistic; the visuals are beautiful, and you will absolutely love this game if these things sound appealing to you.”
  • story2 mentions

    The story aspect is centered around player agency, allowing users to create their own narratives through interactions with plants and a snail companion, emphasizing a personal and unique storytelling experience.

    • “You make your own story out of your plants and your little snail friend, that's the bottom line.”
    • “You make your own story out of your plants and your little snail friend; that's the bottom line.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by its beautiful and relaxing environment, complemented by a soothing and atmospheric soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.

    • “Beautiful and relaxing game, with a soothing and atmospheric soundtrack.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is dark and situational, often arising from the juxtaposition of tragic events, such as a character's emotional breakdown following a friend's death due to negligence, which some players find amusing in its absurdity.

    • “The humor in this game is so dark that it makes you laugh even in the most tragic moments.”
    • “I love how the game balances serious themes with hilarious dialogue that keeps you entertained.”
    • “The witty one-liners and absurd situations had me laughing out loud throughout my playthrough.”
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