Zen World
- October 7, 2021
- Cartboard Games
Get on Steam"Zen World" is a relaxing strategy game where you build a world tile by tile, creating paths to valuable loot and establishing military camps for protection. Progress through the technology tree to unlock new powers and improve your kingdom, while finding your way through the clouds. The game allows for both carefree placement of tiles and strategic expansion, with options to compete with friends.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Great relaxing zero-pressure puzzle game that offers a zen vibe and beautiful landscapes.
- Easy to learn but takes time to master, making it enjoyable for both casual and strategic players.
- The developers are actively expanding the game with new features and updates, enhancing its replayability.
- Currently feels very incomplete with a lack of balance and a steep difficulty curve that can be frustrating.
- Heavy reliance on RNG makes planning difficult, leading to experiences that can feel more random than strategic.
- Poor tutorial and minimal information in the interface can make the game confusing and unplayable for some.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay offers a calming, zen-like experience reminiscent of dorfromantic, featuring beautiful landscapes and a relaxed focus level. However, players have noted frustrations with random number generation and some unclear mechanics, particularly regarding bridge functionality, leading some to consider refunds until further updates are made post-early access.
“If you like Dorfromantic, while the gameplay is obviously different, this game has the same 'zen' vibe, beautiful landscape, and focus level (or non-focus level) as Dorfromantic.”
“The gameplay offers a relaxing experience with stunning visuals that create a peaceful atmosphere.”
“The mechanics are engaging and provide a unique challenge that keeps you coming back for more.”
“Only the RNG and some slightly confusing mechanics (how do bridges work exactly?) can make it frustrating.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a straightforward premise that belies its challenging nature, making it highly replayable and engaging for players.
“Simple premise but amazingly challenging and replayable.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Users suggest that the game requires further optimization work before it is ready for release, indicating that improvements are necessary to enhance performance and overall experience.
“Let them do some optimization passes before you get it.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game consists of a single track that loops every five minutes, which many players find repetitive and lacking in quality for such frequent play.
“The only song in the game seems to be on a 5-minute loop and isn't good enough for that level of repetition.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, as success requires careful consideration of each tile's options rather than a casual approach. The reliance on luck further complicates the experience, making it feel like a chore rather than an engaging challenge.
“It's very tedious, and if you just play quickly or casually, you will fail 100% of the time. You must examine each option for every tile to maximize their use in the most productive way to extend toward the areas you need to reach, while luck dictates if you will be able to do so or not.”
