Strange Horticulture

Short yet fun and engaging game, I especially enjoyed the soundtrack. It fits the gloomy and dreary setting of the game very well (also on par with rainy weather being a near constant in England). I also liked the small details embedded into the game (the Wandering Bue moving along the shelf on its own throughout the game, petting the black cat 13 times nets you an achievement, etc). This game isn't heavy on graphics at all, but I feel the pricepoint is a bit steep for how long it takes to complete the game (it took me 5 hours), so it's definitely worth buying on sale. Your progress is saved automatically, there's no tutorial but there are hints that the game gives you if you're stuck on what plant to give a customer but honestly, they aren't very helpful sometimes. While there isn't a tutorial, the game isn't hard and the puzzles and clues for map locations are easy to figure out. The story is somewhat predictable (I was able to guess who was who and responsible for the events of the game) but it does include some twists I didn't see coming. There are multiple endings and choices (specifically plant choices) matter, the game will give you indicators when this happens. Unfortunately this is a one and done kind of game and it has low replayability unless they release a DLC/expansion patch. Otherwise, this is a fun and engaging game if you're looking to pass the time and are something of a plant nerd.

Emphasis on short, in around 6 hours you'll see everything you can see about it and even the large number of finales isn't enough to guarantee replayability. The riddles aren't anything too trascendental but the gameplay loop is solid, if you are interested in atmospheric games this might be enough to occupy you for a couple of afternoons. I enjoyed it but I don't think I will replay it.

It's a mellow game with some parts that feel like a slog and would become a drag without the Wiki to help.

I am liking the atmosphere and the world of Undermere, extremely british and yet so "alien" and old! Can't wait for the Sequel!

This game scratches a brain itch I didn't even know existed and I'm completely not mad about it. I love this game and I can't even pinpoint why I just do, I've sunk about 2 hours in so far and it's really just a brain worm that I don't want to get rid of.