Yardlings

About

Yardlings is a single player and multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by Sokpop Collective and was released on May 4, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

Yardlings is a local multiplayer battle arena about vegetables in a garden! Build an adorable army, place yourself strategically on the battlefield, using special abilities, capturing potted plants (outposts) and big seed-shooting flowers while you try to gain control over the yard!

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Skip User Reviews

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

replayability3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Cute graphics and animations, making the game visually appealing.
Fun local co-op gameplay that is easy to pick up and play with friends or family.
Engaging strategy elements with the ability to build and manage plant armies.

Gameplay can be buggy, with units getting stuck and unclear rules leading to confusion.
Short campaign with only a few levels, leaving players wanting more content.
Menu navigation is frustrating and can detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The gameplay is characterized by its simple and minimalistic design, complemented by charming animations and sprites. While movement can feel slow and the campaign is brief, players appreciate the surprising depth in match dynamics, making it a worthwhile experience despite limited variety. Overall, it offers a satisfying, if short, gameplay experience.
- “I love the animations and the sprites; they're squishy and cute. The gameplay is simple enough that it's not overtly frustrating.”
- “I liked the idea of this game, and they were honest when they said it offers 30 minutes to 1 hour of gameplay.”
- “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.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while some users report it being a bit buggy, others find it runs smoothly even on lower-end systems, contributing to an enjoyable and replayable experience.
- “This is a great game; it runs smoothly on my low-end PC, and it's fun and replayable.”
- “The game maintains a stable frame rate, which enhances the overall experience.”
- “I've experienced minimal bugs, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “The game is a bit buggy, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I encountered frequent crashes that made it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “There are numerous glitches that disrupt gameplay and affect stability.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game highly replayable, noting its enjoyable gameplay and smooth performance 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 strategies and paths available.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music and sound effects in the game are well-received, contributing positively to the overall experience with their cool and engaging quality.
- “Nice game, with cool music and sound effects.”