WoMen in Science

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WoMen in Science is a single player casual role playing game with a violence theme. It was developed by InvisibleZebra and was released on August 15, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"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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79%

Audience ScoreBased on 48 reviews

humor4 positive mentions

grinding22 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and fun twist on the farming sim genre, incorporating educational elements related to science and technology.
It features a diverse cast of characters, including representation for neurodiversity and gender identity, which adds depth to the gameplay experience.
The charming graphics and relaxing gameplay make it an enjoyable experience for players looking for a cozy, non-combat game.

The game feels incomplete and lacks polish, with technical issues such as awkward controls and limited customization options.
Many players find the storytelling weak and the quests unengaging, leading to a lack of motivation to continue playing.
There is a perception that the game is overly focused on political themes, which may detract from the enjoyment for some players.

grinding
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews highlight a mix of enjoyment and frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, as players appreciate the unique science-themed farming mechanics and diverse activities like cooking and crafting. However, some users express dissatisfaction with the slow progression and lack of clarity in quests, which can hinder the overall experience. Despite these challenges, many find the game charming and innovative, particularly for fans of the farming sim genre.
- “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.”
story
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
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The game's story is criticized for its lack of depth and coherence, with many players noting that it feels more like a collection of quests and mini-games rather than a cohesive narrative. While some appreciate the inclusion of LGBTQ+ themes and engaging dialogues, others find the storytelling weak and the quest system cumbersome. Overall, the game offers a light-hearted experience with fun mechanics, but it falls short in delivering a compelling story.
- “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.”
- “No overall story at all.”
- “This is just Stardew Valley with extremely bad storytelling and a big portion of woke leftist crap added to it.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game 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 find it endearing, others criticize the overall quality, especially for a PC game, noting that it falls short of the high standards typically expected in the genre. Overall, the graphics are seen as a mixed bag, with a few positive remarks overshadowed by concerns about their simplicity and lack of depth.
- “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.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The gameplay is described as varied, engaging, and relaxing, enhanced by charming aesthetics and sound design. Players appreciate the straightforward mechanics, which allow for easy learning through initial quests, and the ability to switch tools based on the environment adds a unique touch. Overall, the gameplay is accessible and enjoyable, making it appealing to a wide audience.
- “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.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers a humorous twist on the farming simulation genre, particularly appealing to tech enthusiasts, with clever dialogue that is both insightful and funny. Players find the overall tone to be cute and wholesome, contributing to a fun experience that includes amusing moments, such as the quirky introduction.
- “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!”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game to be a delightful blend of cuteness and humor, creating a wholesome and enjoyable emotional experience.
- “Overall, this game is very cute, wholesome, humorous, competent, and fun!”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is well-received, particularly for its focus on cultural representation and neurodiversity within a relaxed farming simulation. Players appreciate the integration of historical scientific figures and technology, which enhances performance and efficiency in gameplay.
- “If you're looking for a relaxed farming sim that represents culture, identity, and neurodiversity, set against a backdrop of historical scientific figures using technology to enhance performance and efficiency, then this game is probably for you!”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that the game launches smoothly and operates with minimal bugs, indicating a stable experience.
- “This game has a good start, seems to be working well and is reasonably bug-free.”