Welcome to Primrose Lake

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"Welcome to Primrose Lake" is a time management game with a mystery twist, set in a small mountain town. Jenny Carlyle, the protagonist, finds herself stranded with no way to contact the outside world. As she explores the town and interacts with the locals, she uncovers secrets and gets drawn into a case of mistaken identity. The game features 60 time management levels, 20 mystery scenes, and a map that allows you to navigate the town as you progress through the story.

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Play Modes

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

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

story10 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

Engaging story with intriguing characters and a unique mystery element.
Beautiful graphics and relaxing soundtracks enhance the gameplay experience.
Smooth gameplay mechanics with a variety of tasks and challenges to keep players engaged.

The story feels incomplete, leaving players on a cliffhanger with no immediate sequel available on Steam.
Gameplay can be hindered by bugs, such as issues with item selection and missing achievements.
Lack of a custom mouse cursor and no Steam cloud support can detract from the overall experience.

story
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
55%
10%
The story of the game is generally well-received, featuring a mystery centered around two main characters, Jessica and Jennifer, with engaging cutscenes that enhance the narrative. However, many players express disappointment over its incomplete nature, ending on a cliffhanger and lacking resolution, which leaves them hoping for sequels to continue the storyline. While some find the plot convoluted, others appreciate its depth and the way it unfolds alongside the gameplay.
- “Primrose Lake is a mystery time-management game; you play with multiple characters, but the main story is about two girls, Jessica and Jennifer.”
- “The suspense of this game is high; every time you finish a level, the story becomes darker and makes you think of different outcomes.”
- “A very cool game with a unique way of telling the story.”
- “To start off, this game's story is incomplete; the sequel is not on Steam, but there are two other games you can get from another platform.”
- “The only sad thing is that the story ends on a cliffhanger, and I have doubts we'll see the end of that story.”
- “The story just drags out and out; it never gets to a point until literally at the end, and believe me, it's disappointing.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay is reminiscent of classic time management games, featuring item stocking and customer service with an emphasis on completing extra missions. Players appreciate the smooth mechanics and engaging animations, which enhance character liveliness, while the deep storyline and numerous achievements add depth to the experience. Overall, the gameplay is described as smooth, intuitive, and enjoyable.
- “The gameplay was in the good old GameHouse manner, but with a satisfying, smooth way of moving.”
- “Deep and mysterious storyline, fresh and smooth gameplay, and a lot of achievements.”
- “The gameplay is like any time management game from GameHouse; you stock items, serve people, and try to achieve an extra mission in each level.”
- “I have to highlight how those little animations when Jenny flipped her hair during the first level of my gameplay; although some may say it is just a minor detail, I personally appreciate that kind of detail because it makes the characters even more lively.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and artistic design, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience alongside the story and music. Players appreciate the lovely art style, which enhances the game's appeal.
- “Beautiful graphics.”
- “Easy to play, lovely graphics.”
- “That game was beautiful; I loved the story, the music, the characters, and the graphic design.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game is highly praised for its beautiful and fitting soundtracks, which enhance the overall experience with a relaxing, acoustic vibe that complements the story and art style. Players appreciate how the music evokes a strong sense of place, contributing to the game's country-themed atmosphere.
- “The soundtracks are very fitting, and I honestly love how it is so acoustic as it really brings me to the country-vibes genre.”
- “Finally, the music is very relaxing, and I like the art style.”
- “That game was beautiful; I loved the story, the music, the characters, and the graphic design.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs, spelling errors, and freezing on certain devices, which can hinder gameplay progression and overall enjoyment. Players have reported being unable to complete levels due to these technical problems.
- “The game is really buggy, with spelling errors and issues that force you to repeat a level. Sometimes, you have to quit because you can't complete the level at all due to not getting the full order combo.”
- “The game freezes on my MacBook Pro.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing circumstances under which the two main characters meet, contributing to an engaging and entertaining storyline.
- “The story is quite good too; it's about two girls who meet under funny circumstances.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever dialogue that keeps you laughing.”
- “I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously, making every moment feel light-hearted and fun.”