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Strange Horticulture

Strange Horticulture

January 20, 2022
Iceberg Interactive BV
4.6/5.0(130 reviews)
~3h playtime
UniquePuzzle

PC · Nintendo Switch

Great

Overall, player feedback on Strange Horticulture is overwhelmingly positive, praising its cozy atmosphere, intriguing puzzles, and engaging story. Many players find it a relaxing and enjoyable experience, though a few expressed frustrations with certain gameplay mechanics and variety in puzzles. Despite some critiques, the game maintains a strong appeal due to its themes and aesthetic charm.

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About This Game

Strange Horticulture is an occult puzzle game set in the mysterious town of Undermere. As the owner of a plant shop, players engage in identifying plants and solving puzzles while unraveling a dark narrative filled with supernatural elements. Known for its cozy atmosphere and intricate puzzles, the game offers multiple endings influenced by player choice.

Highlights

  • Charming and cozy atmosphere with engaging puzzles
  • Unique occult-themed gameplay focusing on plant identification
  • Multiple story endings influenced by player choices
  • Strong visual and sound design enhancing immersion
  • Gloomy, mysterious setting surrounded by hag-infested forests
  • Relaxing gameplay appealing to fans of puzzle-solving games
  • Interact with colorful characters and explore a rich narrative
  • Use powerful plants to affect the storyline and gameplay outcomes.

Platforms

PC
Nintendo Switch

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Everyone 10+
Languages:
Chinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)CzechDutchEnglishFrench (France)GermanItalianJapaneseKoreanPolishPortuguese (Brazil)RussianSpanishTurkish
Official site:Visit site

Player Reviews

Great

Overall, player feedback on Strange Horticulture is overwhelmingly positive, praising its cozy atmosphere, intriguing puzzles, and engaging story. Many players find it a relaxing and enjoyable experience, though a few expressed frustrations with certain gameplay mechanics and variety in puzzles. Despite some critiques, the game maintains a strong appeal due to its themes and aesthetic charm.

Pros

  • • Gloomy and mysterious atmosphere
  • • Interesting and engaging puzzles
  • • Relaxing gameplay with cozy vibes
  • • Strong visual and sound design
  • • Multiple endings based on player choices

Cons

  • • Repetitive music and lack of variety in puzzles
  • • Frustrating user interface in managing plants
  • • Inconsistent clue relevance and accessibility
  • • Occasional tedious gameplay mechanics
  • • Some players found it boring after the initial run-through

Based on 100 reviews from steam

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Strange Horticulture — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Strange Horticulture worth playing?
Strange Horticulture has a great reception from players, holding an average score of 4.6 out of 5 across 130 reviews.
What platforms is Strange Horticulture available on?
Strange Horticulture is available on PS4.
When did Strange Horticulture release?
Strange Horticulture released on January 20, 2022.
What is Strange Horticulture's age rating?
Strange Horticulture carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Everyone 10+.