WoMen in Science
- August 15, 2022
- InvisibleZebra
- 34h median play time
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Get on itch.io Store"WoMen in Science" is a farming simulation game that lets you build and customize your farm using traditional or biotechnological methods. Learn new skills in four different skill trees, and meet over 20 real-life scientist characters as you progress. Join a community of scientists and work together to maximize productivity while protecting the environment.
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Reviews
- The game offers a relaxing and enjoyable experience with a variety of activities, including farming, cooking, and engaging with diverse NPCs.
- It features unique elements like science-themed gameplay, references to real-life scientists, and a focus on environmentalism, making it stand out from typical farming sims.
- The character representation, including neurodiversity and gender identity, adds depth and relatability, resonating with players on a personal level.
- The game suffers from technical issues, such as awkward controls, lack of resolution options, and bugs that hinder gameplay experience.
- Many players feel the game is incomplete and lacks a compelling story or engaging quests, leading to a sense of emptiness in the gameplay.
- There are criticisms regarding the game's perceived political agenda and the execution of character interactions, which some players found off-putting.
- grinding22 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of this farming game is characterized by a mix of traditional farming mechanics and innovative features, such as crafting and automation, which some players find engaging while others see as tedious. While the game offers a charming and unique take on the genre, players have noted issues with navigation and quest clarity that can hinder progress. Overall, it presents a blend of enjoyable farming activities and challenges that may appeal to fans of the genre, particularly those interested in science and technology themes.
“This is just like every other farming game out there.”
“I thought I would have fun farming, but instead I'm sent on quests with a map that tells me very little, especially where I am.”
“And the first quest really shows how needed a map is and how tediously slow your movement is.”
- story19 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The game's story is criticized for being minimal and poorly executed, with some players noting a lack of overall narrative despite the presence of quests and character interactions. While the game includes engaging mini-games and a few interesting quests, many feel that the storytelling is overshadowed by gameplay mechanics and a perceived political agenda. Overall, the narrative elements are seen as underdeveloped, leaving players wanting more depth and clarity in their questing experience.
“In between all of the fun conversations, mini-games, and quests lies a lot of learning.”
“There is even a transgender/gender non-conforming story that farmers can engage with.”
“I also love the dialogues and general game story that makes you feel that you're being part of an enlightened and progressive community.”
“Where this LGBTQ+ friendly game differentiates is (only slightly) better graphics (only because it's not pixel crap), and a loosely science-themed twist, as well as some different kinds of mini-games, as well as much worse storytelling.”
“This is just Stardew Valley with extremely bad storytelling and a big portion of woke leftist content added to it.”
“I loved the programming aspect of it being a software engineer, I spent most of my time going through that tutorial and beating all of those levels and then spent the rest of the time trying to complete the first quest and as I was talking to people it just felt like I was walking downtown getting pamphlets handed to me that I didn't want to read.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are characterized by simple, cartoony 2D visuals that resemble low-effort mobile apps, lacking options for resolution changes or significant graphical tweaks. While some players appreciate the charming art style and sound design, many criticize the overall quality, especially for a PC game, noting that it falls short of the high standards typically expected in the genre.
“The art style is endearing.”
“The gameplay is varied and engaging whilst also being very relaxing; this is further emphasized by the charming aesthetic and sound design.”
“Graphics and sound are very nice, and gameplay so far is straightforward and simple to understand.”
“There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
“The game features simple, cartoony 2D graphics, of the type you normally expect to see in low-effort mobile apps.”
“Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as varied, engaging, and relaxing, enhanced by charming aesthetics and sound design. Players appreciate the intuitive mechanics that allow for easy switching between tools, making it straightforward to learn and enjoy. Overall, the gameplay is accessible and visually appealing, contributing to a pleasant gaming experience.
“The gameplay is varied and engaging while also being very relaxing; this is further emphasized by the charming aesthetic and sound design.”
“In the beginning, the game helps you with easy quests to learn about the mechanics.”
“As a starting point, let's look at the unique game mechanics: farmers can switch between scythes, hoes, pickaxes, etc., based on the object that they're facing.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers a humorous twist on the farming simulation genre, particularly appealing to tech enthusiasts, with clever and insightful dialogue that adds depth to the experience. Players find it cute and wholesome, with moments that elicit genuine laughter, such as the amusing introduction scene. Overall, the humor is a standout feature that enhances the game's charm and enjoyment.
“Funny take on the farming sim genre, especially for the tech-oriented.”
“For a solo dev, there are a lot of great dialogue lines, many of which are interesting, insightful, and/or funny.”
“Overall, this game is very cute, wholesome, humorous, competent, and fun!”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be a delightful blend of cuteness and humor, creating a wholesome experience that evokes positive emotions and enjoyment.
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is well-received, particularly for its ability to create a relaxed farming simulation experience that thoughtfully incorporates cultural representation and historical elements. Players appreciate the efficient use of technology within the game, enhancing overall performance and gameplay.
“If you're looking for a relaxed farming sim with representation of culture, identity, and neurodiversity, in a setting with historical scientific figures using technology to increase performance and efficiency, then this game is probably for you!”
- stability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability at launch, with users reporting a smooth experience and minimal bugs.
“This game has a good start, seems to be working well and is reasonably bug-free.”
