Yardlings
- May 4, 2020
- Sokpop Collective
- 1h median play time
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Reviews
- The game features cute animations and a charming aesthetic, making it visually appealing.
- Gameplay is simple and enjoyable, with a surprising depth in strategy for both single-player and multiplayer modes.
- It's a fun party game that is easy to teach to new players, making it great for family and friends.
- The game suffers from bugs, such as units getting stuck in fences and unclear rules, which can lead to frustrating experiences.
- The campaign is very short, consisting of only a few levels, and lacks variety in gameplay.
- Menu navigation can be janky and unintuitive, detracting from the overall user experience.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simple and minimalistic design, complemented by charming animations and sprites, which contribute to an enjoyable experience despite a slower movement pace. While the campaign is relatively short and lacks variety, it offers surprising depth in each match, making it a worthwhile experience for the price.
“I love the animations and the sprites—squishy and cute! The gameplay is simple enough that it's not overtly frustrating.”
“Though the campaign is not long enough and it doesn't have various gameplay, it is still worth the price.”
“Though the campaign is not long enough and it doesn't have various gameplay, still it is worth the price.”
“I liked the idea of this game and they really were honest when they said 30 minutes to 1 hour of gameplay.”
“The gameplay is simple and minimal, yet there's a surprising depth to how each match plays out.”
- stability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is considered stable and enjoyable, with some users noting minor bugs. It performs well even on lower-end systems, contributing to its fun and replayable nature.
“This is a great game; it runs smoothly on my low-end PC, and it's fun and replayable.”
“The game maintains a steady frame rate, which enhances the overall experience.”
“I've experienced minimal bugs, making for a stable and enjoyable gameplay experience.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy.”
“I experienced several glitches that disrupted my gameplay.”
“There are too many bugs that need to be fixed for a smoother experience.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game highly enjoyable and note its strong replayability, making it accessible even on lower-end systems.
“This is a great game; it runs smoothly on my low-end PC, and it's fun and highly replayable.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the different paths and strategies available.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story mode is criticized for being minimal, featuring only four levels, while the multiplayer aspect is highlighted as the main attraction of the game.
“The story mode is very lacking, only consisting of 4 levels, but the multiplayer is the selling point.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and fails to engage the player, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
“Character development is minimal, making it hard to care about their journeys or outcomes.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music and sound effects in the game are well-received, contributing positively to the overall experience.
“Nice game, with cool music and sound effects.”
