Garden Story Nintendo Switch Review - Is It Worth It?

[@The-Secret-Dragon]

"the protagonist is a grape, burdened with grape purpose" wait what

[@EXA1024_]

Lol i think he meant to say great

[@yourstruly__6748]

@@EXA1024_ it's a pun

[@emiteg]

People people. I just finished the game and I must say: REAL GOOD. It's wholesome with a simple story you get invested in. There's a lot of gameplay in each city, and they have hats. HATS PEOPLE. I really recommend this for anyone who loves both cuteness, fighting, gathering, and a whole bunch of love

[@bozzydawg-boris1115]

How many hours is this game tempted to pick this up

[@KillSickJoyride]

@@bozzydawg-boris1115 from my research, the going consensus is ~20 hours.

[@eggxecution]

@@bozzydawg-boris1115 I finished it 17 hours fast hehe! It's very fun I recommend you to buy it. It's easy enjoyable and casual and adventure

[@cakemeister5154]

I got my little brother (he’s 11) this game for Christmas, and he absolutely loved it. The inventory issue has been fixed, as you can now upgrade the sizes of both your personal and village inventories. The night not ending isn’t really an issue in my opinion either, since most quests in the day ask you to complete them before night begins anyway, so having an endless night just avoids the stress and annoyance of dying just because you couldn’t get home in time. It’s a brilliant game, with a nice story, I definitely recommend it

[@Boomblox5896]

Correction, there IS an inventory upgrade that lets you stack resources up to 2x per item type (I know, not much, but it really does free up inventory space a bit)

[@rozzAugust]

This game is not what I expected. I thought it was an Animal Crossing approach, but is more like the old 2d Zeldas. And honestly is not a bad game, but I was looking something more relaxing and this wasn't that. The way they marketing the game was a little tricky tbh.

[@lindaf9901]

Oh so there's a lot of fighting? I don't like combat but was so excited for this one!

[@Em-fz5uh]

I'm surprised too. I thought it was going to be similar to Stardew: life sim with crafting exploring etc and some light fighting. I didn't expect boss fights etc. It still looks promising but it's not what I'm craving at the moment. I have too many games similar to this in my backlog at the moment lol. I was hoping for a more relaxing type game.

[@jdtr3759]

I thought it was pretty clear on the combat being focus I have been looking forward to getting it just don’t know if I should wait for sale or not

[@Link_t.]

@@jdtr3759 it’s on sale rn

[@MrSgnyktas]

Definitely on my list but I hope that in addition to the bug you hit, they consider patching a couple gameplay items- like allowing you to expand your inventory. Love the style and concept though so I’ll eventually get it regardless

[@valtris994]

You can upgrade the stack amount for items in the crafting buildings

[@jeromealday614]

The art style is far from Stardew Valley. It's simplistic pastel pixel art. SVs is more detailed. Don't get me wrong . Both looks great. I just hate it when people lump pixel art as one.

[@adamsmith868]

I agree with you there, Stardew Valley is more detailed.

[@alexawesome456]

Been waiting for this game when it was announced last year. It’s such a fun game!

[@katieofthefae]

It’s so so good!! Been playing it the last couple days and I adore it

[@orufus12]

The way they use pastel colors reminds me a lot of Mother 3.

[@lettucememe3390]

I’m surprised no one’s pointed out how similar this is to Turnip Boy commits Tax Evasion

[@stratosphere94]

I was thinking it

[@lettucememe3390]

@G L is it???

[@Hiterai]

Just FYI: 15 is the highest number you can "store" in 4 bits.

[@Dashx64]

wow, this looks so fun. Love the sprite designs :]

[@friendlynightmares]

I really enjoyed this!! Took me a bit to finish...when I first bought it I waited around for a couple months to go back in (I felt a little frustrated because the map system confused me and I kept getting a little lost and just stopped). When I went back in, I paid more attention, read more dialogue than I did last time, and it definitely was beneficial to keeping me engaged. Like you said in the review, it was not QUITE exactly what I expected, but I had a really good time. Although the hats and backpacks were just cosmetic, I really didn't mind that and sort of equated them to just more things to collect. I quite liked unlocking the Memories too. Overall, had a really fun time and would recommend to people who like the top-down Zelda games, but also with a mix of Stardew.

[@rib_rob_personal]

Sounds like a very limited team made this game and didn't do enough user feedback testing. It's impressive though despite its short comings.

[@jaym5118]

This looks SO darn cute. I'll definitely be pre-ordering the physical version that Limited Run Games just announced (when it becomes available).

[@knightdriver3592]

Sweet, I’ve had this on my list for awhile. Will definitely pick it up, but I’ll wait for that patch.

[@adamsmith868]

Might buy it eventually seems a nice enough game.

[@slukass9631]

It’s a really good game. I’m stuck trying to kill the Bookworm right now.

[@vboi5697]

I LOVE the soundtrack of this game. Reminds me of Bo En's work on Pikuniku.

[@pronoob5194]

u can get more inventory space by leveling up the villages

[@ReadGameCraftCook]

I was very excited about the game based on all of the reviews and the art style but I was disappointed in the actual gameplay. I wish i'd waited for a sale at the very least. Now I'm just going to try to finish it to get my moneys worth.

[@nova0000]

Yeah, I'm kind of in the same situation.

[@rozzAugust]

Your time is more valuable, just my opinion.

[@SpillyClay]

SAME

[@alexiere]

This game is really cute and fun, but the icon is killing me....

[@yonyon5432]

What about it?

[@alexiere]

@@yonyon5432 It doesn't have the title on it, just the grape. I know im nitpicking but...it just doesn't look right.

[@rozzAugust]

Yeah is pretty bad 😂

[@desh206]

Is't like if animal crossing and zelda have a baby

[@ShaeDshaDe]

Cant wait to get this on sale

[@wheatthins90]

do you know when it might go on sale?

[@Retro_Fear]

Game is a 9.5/10, only thing is the daily tasks get a bit repetitive but everything else is perfect

[@sechabatheletsane9784]

This style reminds me so much of swords of ditto

[@MissBubbles]

I am looking forward to playing this one! Got the code for PC and had my bubbly eyes on it for so long! And the art is just so beautiful and who thought they would ever get the chance to play as a GRAPE! 🍇

[@acidfruitloops]

Eastward about to be the JAM

[@MissBubbles]

@@acidfruitloops did you get it??

[@acidfruitloops]

@@MissBubbles September 16th, finally fuckk. Might even top super mario 2 baybee

[@momajellybean]

The look really reminds me of littlewood

[@HotakXvi]

Is this also coming to xbox and Playstation?

[@SuperKamiHemo]

I'd have to say this game is definitely a hidden gem on the switch, I call it hidden gem because the majority of switch owners don't know this game exists. This is actually a game that I tend to go back to constantly to playthrough again and again.

[@ShanGamer1981]

A walking grape? Well that’s new

[@darthjaderr]

This comment killed me

[@Evanz111]

“Storydew Valley” :’)

[@illadelagos8770]

Has this game gotten updates?

[@hiduracell]

absolutely adore this game

[@brettmenzel9371]

Thanks for the review I was looking at this game!

[@jasonmasters9621]

Was this made by the people behind golf story?

[@xxfishious]

no

[@tcClockworth]

Such cute little fruits and vegetables.

[@israelPoplife]

A grape burdened with grape purpose.

[@Ushygushy103]

did.. did you say.. store dew valley..

[@hikaruhoshina4204]

The game takes wayyyy to long to really get going. The game also seems a bit expensive.

[@ArcaJ]

So, is the final boss a giant foot? 🤪

[@chelbella5025]

This seems real similar to Turnip Boy commits tax evasion

[@KevinCampusano]

Swimmin' in 7s

[@kevinleeisme]

Awesome

[@K3vinTuCara]

Must resist…Sonic..right around…the corner… 😰

[@ofwz]

Hi

[@haivie.t]

Played to 2nd town, tried to like it but the game so boring.

[@clydefrosch]

It's unlikably hard at the start and then only gets easier as the character gains actual combat ability and movement. Don't really like that...

[@shayminifattgue1357]

how can you say you enjoyed 85% of it and give it like 7/10 wouldent it be like 8.5/10??

[@BerserkerNosaj]

I love the color pallet but hate the character designs. I don’t want to be a grape, or save grapes, just not for me.

[@joelhandsotte]

So fast! Edit: Damn, I am Sam!!

[@Iamsamg911]

Nice

[@MrJvchef]

Bummer

[@maccamachine]

nintendo

[@GamerFunOriginallyAarush]

Uhhhhhh…..

[@IceStorm-l4t]

Nah I'll pass

[@justin.7849]

I appreciate the usage of they/them pronouns

[@pneuma7183]

FOH

[@justin.7849]

@@pneuma7183 Non binary is valid

[@pneuma7183]

@@justin.7849 sure thing, buddy. And men can get pregnant.

[@justin.7849]

@@pneuma7183 They definitely can….called trans men.

[@MidniteMeatBus]

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