Horticular: Build a Garden, Attract Wildlife

A nice balance between puzzle and casual decoration. Very relaxing!

C'est super

This game is so calm and it's an amazing sandbox. There's a discord server you can join and mods you can use. I definitely recommend!

非常可爱的养老游戏，任何活着的植物每天都会产出资金； 但一朵花一棵草几十块，一根菜一棵树几百，租地招工几百，而且植物饰品都会自然老化，也就是说，规模越大，维护成本越高，抗灾容错率越低（尤其困难难度）； 各种天灾人祸包括，小黑人跑你地里防火，还有地震雷暴，完全老化的作物会直接变成沙地，因为我太菜，每天5k纯利润根本不够买几颗苗，有点坐牢我也就不玩了，后期会不会有别的什么灾难我就不知道了； 总的来说，这游戏就是养不老就往老里养👍

I really enjoy this game! When I first started playing, I thought it would end up being another zoo builder type game, but it's more in depth than that and I love it! There's a lot to customize and change in the world, the animals are cute, I also appreciate how some of them like living with each other. The style is simple and cute, building is easy and fun, and there's a lot to learn/ unlock so it continues being new and rewarding as you progress. My only issue (which could be something I just haven't figured out how to do) Is it can be a little annoying to figure out which items are and aren't necessary in an animal's habitat. For example, if I'm making a place for a frog, I know how many tiles they want in their habitat. The issue is it can take some fiddling to figure out how many tiles you already have/ need, because you have to look at the plant in the menu to see what traits it adds versus just seeing it when you hover over it, or being told what tile your frog still wants. It just makes it take a bit longer to make changes, and I do find myself seeing my animals unhappy and not knowing what the problem is for a while and just dropping things randomly hoping to fix it before they leave. It isn't a big enough issue for me to turn the game off, but it can be frustrating. Like I said though, it's otherwise a very nice habitat restoring, animal attracting type game and I'm surprised I hadn't heard of it sooner! It definitely deserves more attention

Developed by inDirection Games and published by Slug Disco, Horticular: Build a Garden, Attract Wildlife offers a refreshing blend of garden design, wildlife conservation, and gentle management mechanics that delivers a deeply relaxing experience without sacrificing meaningful progression. Instead of focusing on farming for profit or surviving against harsh conditions, the game centers on restoring a forgotten magical garden that has been consumed by corruption. Guided by a group of mystical Keepers, players gradually reclaim neglected land and transform it into a vibrant sanctuary where nature can thrive once again. This narrative framework gives every improvement a sense of purpose while maintaining the calm atmosphere that defines the entire adventure. The game's greatest strength lies in the freedom it gives players to shape their own paradise. A wide variety of terrain types, flowers, shrubs, trees, decorative objects, and functional structures become available over time, allowing every garden to develop its own identity. Whether creating colorful botanical displays, peaceful woodland retreats, or carefully organized nature reserves, the building system encourages experimentation rather than perfection. Progress feels rewarding because each new unlock expands the possibilities instead of restricting creativity, and the absence of harsh penalties makes the experience welcoming to both newcomers and experienced simulation fans. The gradual pace ensures there is always another goal to pursue without making the game feel stressful. Wildlife plays an equally important role in the overall design. Animals are not simply cosmetic additions but active participants in the ecosystem, each requiring carefully crafted habitats before deciding to settle permanently. Players must consider environmental conditions, vegetation, terrain layouts, and available resources to attract different species. As more creatures arrive, the once-empty landscape evolves into a lively ecosystem full of movement and natural beauty. Maintaining these habitats becomes an enjoyable balancing act since neglected environments may drive wildlife away, encouraging thoughtful planning rather than random decoration. This ecological focus gives Horticular more depth than many cozy builders by making every design choice contribute to the health of the garden as a whole. Progression extends well beyond planting flowers. The magical storyline unfolds gradually through interactions with memorable characters who communicate through letters, offering tasks, rewards, and helpful guidance as the garden expands. At the same time, the lingering corruption serves as an ongoing obstacle that introduces occasional objectives requiring players to cleanse damaged areas before continuing their restoration efforts. Dynamic weather, changing seasons of activity, and the day-and-night cycle further enhance immersion by influencing wildlife behavior and environmental conditions. Features such as photography, gardening competitions, collectible exchanges, and extensive customization options provide additional incentives to continue refining the garden long after the primary objectives have been completed. Support for community-created content through the built-in editor and Steam Workshop also adds significant replay value for players who enjoy expanding their creative possibilities. Visually, Horticular captures the charm of a magical storybook with colorful environments, detailed plant life, and lively wildlife animations that make every section of the garden feel alive. The soundtrack complements this presentation with soothing music that perfectly matches the relaxed pace of gameplay. While the experience intentionally avoids high-pressure mechanics, its slow progression and emphasis on careful planning may not appeal to players seeking constant action or rapid advancement. Nevertheless, those design choices align perfectly with the game's philosophy of encouraging patience, creativity, and appreciation for nature instead of competition or efficiency. Horticular: Build a Garden, Attract Wildlife succeeds in creating a cozy simulation that feels both creative and meaningful. By combining satisfying garden customization, thoughtful ecosystem management, light storytelling, and a peaceful atmosphere, it offers an experience that remains engaging over many hours without losing its relaxing charm. It is an excellent choice for players who enjoy building beautiful environments, discovering wildlife, and watching a once-forgotten landscape slowly flourish through their own imagination and care. Rating: 8/10

This game is wonderful in so many ways! Once you get the hang of it, everything just falls together and then the next moment you are sinking hours into it. It reminds me very much of my beloved Viva Pinata (there is even a reference to the game in here!). Contrary to everyone complaining, the habitat system isn't that hard to understand, you just have to make sure the areas don't overlap with animals who hate each other. Also, the corruption system is akin to the Ruffians and Sour Pinatas in Viva Pinata. You can literally attract more gnomes to help you fight the corruption. It really isn't that stressful on relaxed mode and there is also a sandbox mode if it bothers you so much.

its almost a 2d version of viva pinata. Might be hard at first to understand how it works. the wiki helped a lot for that. If u like taking notes et do "math" its a good one.

좀더 자유롭게 이쁘게 꾸미고 싶었는데 퀘스트를 언락하고 수입을 늘리려면 어느정도 숫자의 수입원을 늘려야 한다. 돈을 쓰는건 한순간이고, 돈이 들어오는건 하루가 지나야해서 플레이가 재미를 꾸준히 주면서 끌고 가는게 아니라, 중간중간 턱턱 막히는 답답한 느낌이든다.

Love it! Relaxing experience :) I like making habitats for tiny animals!