Voodoo Garden
- August 3, 2016
- M. Hanka
- 23h median play time
Get on Steam"Voodoo Garden" is a relaxing simulation game where players build and manage their own magical garden filled with creatures and plants used in voodoo practice. Plant seeds, gather resources, and protect your garden from pests to create powerful potions and grow your mystical surroundings. Complete various tasks and rituals to delve deeper into the world of voodoo and strengthen your connection with the supernatural.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Cute graphics and relaxing music create a charming atmosphere.
- Engaging gameplay with a mix of clicking and strategy, allowing for both active and passive play styles.
- Offers a satisfying sense of progression as players unlock new plants, animals, and recipes.
- Gameplay can become tedious due to the high amount of clicking required, especially for certain achievements.
- No offline progression, meaning players must keep the game running to earn resources.
- Some mechanics, like the prioritization of crafting and the management of resources, are not well explained.
- graphics89 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute, colorful, and charming art style, which effectively complements the game's overall theme and aesthetic. Many reviewers appreciate the vibrant visuals and relaxing soundtrack, although some note that the gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth. Overall, the game's appealing graphics are a significant highlight, drawing players in despite some gameplay shortcomings.
“The graphics are a cute cartoon style that I really liked, and that I think fits well with the voodoo aesthetic.”
“I love the art style and overall theme.”
“The graphics are bright and cutesy, stylized in such a way that they look hand-painted.”
“The graphics are cute but the game gets to the end quickly.”
“While the aesthetic and concept of this game are both fantastic, the gameplay leaves something to be desired.”
“Overall, Voodoo Garden is still a really cute title, it seems the creator spent a lot of time crafting a novel ambience with a cohesive art style, but ultimately the game is let down by a large number of silly mistakes and poor design choices.”
- music80 mentions
- 53 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as calming, soothing, and pleasant, enhancing the overall relaxing experience of gameplay. While many players appreciate the serene soundtrack and find it charming, some note that it can become repetitive over time, leading to mixed feelings about its longevity. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, making it a suitable backdrop for casual play.
“The music is super chill and vibey.”
“Very relaxing game, great music that puts you in a trance.”
“The music is charming, the art is charming.”
“Halloween is my favorite holiday so you would think I'd love it, but I actually quickly found myself getting tired of the music and it slowly got on my nerves more than I enjoyed it.”
“With something like this, a game you keep open for long periods of time... you gotta really like the music and I don't.”
“The music is annoying after some time and there's not really anything happening.”
- gameplay46 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 72 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and ease of learning, making it suitable for casual play or as a background activity. While the cute graphics and serene music enhance the experience, many players find the mechanics shallow and repetitive, with a lack of depth that can lead to boredom over extended sessions. Overall, it serves well as an idle clicker game, but those seeking more complex interactions may be disappointed.
“Even then, it's still a pleasant, calming game to relax to, especially with serene music and peaceful gameplay.”
“The art style is simple and on point as the color palette feels oddly satisfying enough, and the mechanics are really easy to learn.”
“If you like games that rely on an idle mechanic, this one's among the best.”
“The art style is cute, but the gameplay is very shallow.”
“Overall though I definitely got a lot of gameplay out of it, mostly just as an in-the-background type thing to multitask while I did other things.”
“There is really no gameplay to it but waiting for stuff to grow, collect it and repeat.”
- grinding38 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- -5 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight that the game features significant grinding elements, often leading to tedium and boredom, especially during later stages. While some players appreciate the cute aesthetics and find enjoyment in the clicker mechanics, many express frustration with the repetitive nature of grinding for achievements and resources. Overall, it appeals to fans of idle and farming games, but the excessive grinding may deter others.
“It's definitely not farming, but it has similar mechanics to those games.”
“The grinding in this game feels rewarding and keeps me engaged.”
“I love how the grinding system allows for character progression without feeling tedious.”
“To begin with, the game is all about grinding; it doesn't matter if the story is voodoo, farmers, or zombies because it's irrelevant.”
“But it gets old quickly - and the amount of grinding is absurd.”
“I usually like idle games, but this one is pretty bad; there isn't much strategy, it's almost pure grinding.”
- story10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for its absence, with many users noting that it lacks a coherent narrative or depth, making it feel irrelevant to the overall experience. While some appreciate the simplicity of a clicker game, others express a desire for a storyline to enhance engagement and justify the gameplay mechanics. Overall, the consensus is that the game is not suited for those seeking a meaningful story.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“If this game had a storyline, or something to give it a bit more depth, this would be an enjoyable time-waster.”
“Some story would be a great addition.”
“To begin with, the game is all about grinding; it doesn't matter if the story is voodoo, farmers, or zombies because it's irrelevant.”
“If you are looking for something with a story, this ain't it.”
“There is no tutorial, so you don't really know what you're doing, and there is no story to justify why you are clicking random objects.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been criticized for performance issues, including crashes and stuttering, particularly during extended play sessions. While it runs smoothly at times and includes features like trading cards and achievements, users feel that overall balancing and late-game content require further optimization.
“However, it does run smoothly, has trading cards and achievements.”
“I think the overall balancing has to be optimized; also, for the late game, there is not so much to do apart from achievements. You can restart, though, but without bonuses - like a hard reset.”
“I did notice a performance issue with this game, which is ultimately why I chose a thumbs down for this review.”
“I think the overall balancing has to be optimized; also, for the late game, there is not much to do apart from achievements. You can restart, though, but without bonuses - like a hard reset.”
“There are some performance problems; I had crashes from time to time, and after a while, the game starts stuttering. You need to start it again in order to refresh.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its unique bayou setting infused with a voodoo twist, creating a captivating and dark ambiance. Players appreciate the combination of a cute, devilish art style and immersive jungle sounds, enhancing the overall experience.
“I love the bayou atmosphere!”
“What makes it unique is the bayou atmosphere with a voodoo twist.”
“Great dark atmosphere, with a cute devilish art style and dark jungle sounds.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users feel that the game lacks significant replayability, as once all achievements are completed, there is little incentive to revisit the experience. While the art and concept are appreciated, they do not enhance the game's longevity.
“The art and concept are very cute, but I wouldn't say there is much replay value after you finish getting all the achievements.”
“Lastly, the biggest downside to this game is that I feel like it doesn't have that much replay value.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game evokes a mix of emotions, presenting a wholesome and relaxing family-friendly experience that contrasts sharply with its darker mechanics, where players overfeed and then sacrifice their pets for assistance in gardening. This juxtaposition creates a unique emotional dissonance, leading to a gameplay experience that can feel both lighthearted and unsettling.
“This game beautifully captures the emotional bond between players and their pets, making the moments of joy and sorrow feel incredibly real.”
“The narrative is deeply moving, evoking a range of emotions that linger long after the game is over.”
“I found myself genuinely caring for my characters, experiencing a rollercoaster of emotions that made the gameplay unforgettable.”
