Zen Garden
- April 4, 2017
- 300 fps
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"Zen Garden" is a meditative, calming virtual reality experience that allows players to interact with and shape a serene Japanese garden. Customize the garden with various plants, rocks, and decorations, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere while listening to soothing music. The game features impressive 300 FPS graphics and is designed to promote relaxation and stress relief.
Reviews
- The game features a good color scheme and pleasant music, creating a serene atmosphere.
- Puzzles can be quite challenging and require strategic thinking, making it entertaining for puzzle enthusiasts.
- Many players appreciate the beautiful achievements and backgrounds, which add to the overall appeal of the game.
- Controls are slow and clunky, making the gameplay tedious and frustrating at times.
- The game lacks a proper tutorial and has poorly designed levels that can feel repetitive and boring.
- Many players feel that the game is not relaxing as intended, often leading to frustration rather than a zen experience.
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as pleasant and atmospheric, particularly with its eastern Buddhist influences, but it can become repetitive and irritating, especially during moments of failure. While some players appreciate the surreal oriental soundscapes, others feel that the soundtrack does not align well with the game's intended peaceful experience, leading to frustration. Overall, the music receives mixed reviews, with calls for improvement to enhance the game's tranquility.
“Good color scheme and pleasant music; starting from the 5th level, you plunge into the atmosphere of serenity and the flavor of Eastern Buddhism.”
“Enjoying the surreal oriental music, although upon puzzle failure, a loud disturbing prompt noise can be jarring.”
“The music is not very good for a 'peaceful game'; level 19 had me salty for about 2 hours.”
“Not a good game even for the price; the graphics are too poor and the soundtrack could be better and more relaxing.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, primarily due to slow character movement and frustrating controls, particularly the absence of an undo function. This can lead to prolonged waiting times and a sense of monotony, especially when retrying levels after failure. While the strategy is appreciated, the overall experience is marred by these repetitive elements.
“Controls are tedious, and the lack of an undo function just makes it worse.”
“Tedious waiting time.”
“The monk walks really slow, which makes resetting a puzzle a bit tedious.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally criticized for being subpar and in need of improvement, with some players finding them detracting from the overall experience. Additionally, issues with character movement contribute to a frustrating gameplay experience. Overall, the visual presentation is considered a significant drawback.
“I personally didn't like it that much because of the poor movement and graphics, but other than that, it was fine.”
“Not a good game even for the price; the graphics are too poor, and the soundtrack could be better and more relaxing.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a harmonious color scheme and soothing music, particularly enhancing the experience from the fifth level, where players are immersed in a serene ambiance infused with elements of Eastern Buddhism.
“The good color scheme and pleasant music create an atmosphere of serenity, especially from the 5th level onward, where you truly feel the essence of Eastern Buddhism.”
“The immersive atmosphere draws you in, making every moment feel like a peaceful journey through a beautifully crafted world.”
“The combination of stunning visuals and soothing soundscapes transports you to a tranquil realm, enhancing the overall experience.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highlighted for its solid puzzle mechanics, appealing even to those who may not typically engage with puzzle games.
“The puzzle mechanics are engaging and well-designed, making for a satisfying gameplay experience.”
“I appreciate the variety of challenges presented in the game, which keeps the gameplay fresh and exciting.”
“The controls are intuitive, allowing for smooth navigation and interaction within the game world.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report occasional buggy sound issues, indicating that stability in audio performance may be inconsistent.
“The game has buggy sound issues that occur occasionally.”
“I frequently experience crashes that disrupt my gameplay.”
“There are persistent frame rate drops that make the game unplayable at times.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players found the game to be emotionally taxing, describing it as stressful and slow, which detracted from the intended calming experience.
