Wanderstop

I recommend the game. At the end of the day, the story is something I relate heavily to and the gameplay is really relaxing. I feel it overstayed its welcome near the end and I feel the middle of the game was too rushed. There's a point around the middle in particular that I feel could've hit harder were it to be longer. I also feel there could've been more done to either automate or emphasize efficiency for tasks. For example, planting the leaves wherever you'd like so you wouldn't have to run around the grounds collecting them. I also would appreciate Boro or other characters helping out on occasion. For example, if the water is empty, there would be a chance for him to fill it, or a chance for him to collect leaves, or water plants, etc. Even putting cups into the dishwasher, especially the ones you bring him, would be nice. Small things that would never cause a detriment to the player. From a story standpoint, this story is all about little things. Doing small, little things to help others in their struggles. A mechanic like this would go a long way in my opinion.

One of the most GENUINE storytelling experiences that makes you feel empathetic, curious, and just want to learn and listen to every story of each character in the game. I felt moved, emotional, and a bit empty inside after finishing the game, like leaving a good friend I’ve spent deep conversations and moments with. I felt even sadder knowing that the studio is closing down, but I hope all the best for the team and hope there are more stories like this that we can experience in the future.

wish boro was real, it was better than a therapy session. i'll miss this game with every inch of my heart <3

Not a whole lot going on. You make tea once or twice and then fade to black - to start over again. the story has a wholesome message, but you're pretty much trapped in a bubble with not much to do and no point to collect anything to make the shop look nice.

Took me 17 hours to complete without rushing. Basically a cozy tea-making game where you grow ingredients combined with a PTSD healing game (if you drink some tea yourself you will start talking about old memories) - so it's genre-bending. I did wish there was more resolution at the end (even just picking up the sword or walking into the forest), and some things could have been a little deeper toward the end, but it was an interesting game, and I did love feeding the pet penguins different types of tea (because they become the colour of the tea and then follow you around <3 ). There could have been more depth/detail to the main character's past and circumstances. Lightly recommended.

A game that doesn't pressure you, setting a magical scenario where making mistakes can be beautiful. It's like if Bob Ross were a video game. It gives you insight on what's actually important in life, battling your inner intrusive thoughts and learning to accept that stopping and relaxing every now and then is okay. Trusting and believing in yourself, and taking your time to do what your heart desires.

This game is having an identity crisis. The art, music, and voice acting all lend themselves to a true cozy sim but the story or message is just jarring when shoved into this world. The actual sim part is completely unneeded really and the story is heavy handed from the beginning. I didn't find it insightful or charming like "Stanley Parable". Instead it felt like someone went to one therapy session and decided to shove that into the game midway through development. Even the pluffins couldn't save it for me.

It's the first game I've actively watched the credits and that's saying enough