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Strange Horticulture

Bad Viking, Iceberg Interactive
Jan 21, 2022 - PC
Mighty

OpenCritic Rating

84

Top Critic Average

92%

Critics Recommend

PC Gamer
90 / 100
Guardian
4 / 5
Nintendo Life
8 / 10
Hardcore Gamer
4.5 / 5
TechRaptor
8.5 / 10
KeenGamer
8 / 10
GameGrin
9 / 10
GameSpew
9 / 10
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Critic Reviews for Strange Horticulture

A beautiful and engrossing detective game packed with mysteries, puzzles, and intrigue.

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Plants can cure or kill in this atmospheric puzzle game.

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Strange Horticulture's biggest struggle is shoehorning itself into the Switch's little screen and thumbstick controls. It does that well enough to preserve its wonder, but if you have a PC to play it on, that might be preferable. It comes from a very simple place: a one-screen playfield with basic, heavily scripted interactions. But that is the perfect backdrop to throw the player's new discoveries into sharp relief and bring an eerie world and gripping mystery to life. This irresistible immersion stems eventually from a quiet and unassuming start, so stick with it – it'll grow on you.

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Puzzle design that truly excels in creating simple yet challenging orders.

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Strange Horticulture is an excellently entertaining romp, featuring great puzzles, an intriguing mystery and gorgeously ambient sound effects.

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I really enjoyed playing Strange Horticulture. Although at times the puzzles were a little too challenging, it’s certainly a game I would—one—play again, and—two—absolutely recommend to others. It’s not simply filled with puzzles, but the educational aspect is really entertaining, as you learn useful facts about the many different plants. I may not have a green thumb, but this game certainly makes me want to get one—even if only virtual!

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GameGrin

FluffyAxe
9 / 10.0
GameGrin

Strange Horticulture is a shining example of why indie games are worth the time to look into. The art, sound, and story show that simple and subtle design is truly transcendent when the execution is done well.

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There’s something so very enthralling about Strange Horticulture; the way it lets you take the lead and figure out everything by yourself will really appeal to those with an analytical mind. The story could perhaps be a little more engaging, but it serves its purpose. Ultimately, it’s going to be Strange Horticulture‘s puzzles, its delicate but eerie presentation, and its satisfying and calming gameplay that will keep you hooked. Something very special awaits for those curious enough to enter Strange Horticulture.

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