Eufloria

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 95 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 57 out of 95
  2. Mixed: 28 out of 95
  3. Negative: 10 out of 95

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  1. Malcolm
    May 10, 2012
    10
    I can't understand why critics had so many mixed opinions. To my mind, this is one of those games which is a complete concept, and nothing is to be added, removed, or altered. It has solid style, simple idea, gameplay with great tactical possibilities, and also it can be very addictive. Absolutely great game, and it is even more amazing that two people created such a polished product.
  2. keefbaker
    Nov 4, 2013
    9
    Another example of how simplicity is sometimes the best option, the idea behind eufloria is incredibly simple but due to this the game ends up being exceptionally enjoyable and fantastically relaxing. recommended.
  3. markwhitton
    Nov 20, 2013
    3
    I have absolutely no idea what I have just played, but please officially recognise this as a major anti-recommendation! This is clearly some sort of obscure tower defence and attack game that has been applied to some kind of plant! Needless to say it’s one of the utmost boring video games I have ever played in my life! Not being a fan of strategy tower defence games; I didn't have much inI have absolutely no idea what I have just played, but please officially recognise this as a major anti-recommendation! This is clearly some sort of obscure tower defence and attack game that has been applied to some kind of plant! Needless to say it’s one of the utmost boring video games I have ever played in my life! Not being a fan of strategy tower defence games; I didn't have much in way of expectations but the game feels completely empty… I have no idea if that’s the style of game they were going for with some isolation feel, but it just didn't work and the game was just such an empty unfulfilled experience with repetitive actions and nothing really interesting happening!… Expand
  4. cambria
    Dec 6, 2011
    9
    A wonderful passive game that rewards patience, so it's enjoyable while watching something else or conversing with a friend. Smooth graphics and a nice ambient soundtrack to keep it ultra casual. Feels a lot like FLOW for the PSP, but with more strategy. Super easy to relax on this one.
  5. JackK
    Dec 1, 2009
    7
    This is a decent game for me. While the start got me sucked in with the thought of quick-paced action in a very strategic way. I was however disappointed as it turned into a 30 second rush to get as many unclaimed rocks, then a 10 minute wait to build up a ludicrous force, then 2 minutes for a nice steamrolling. If you want a good game though, Phage Wars on Armor games will get you the This is a decent game for me. While the start got me sucked in with the thought of quick-paced action in a very strategic way. I was however disappointed as it turned into a 30 second rush to get as many unclaimed rocks, then a 10 minute wait to build up a ludicrous force, then 2 minutes for a nice steamrolling. If you want a good game though, Phage Wars on Armor games will get you the same basics, along with a much faster paced level set. TL;DR VERSION: Decent game, but I have seen flash games with the same or better capabilities.… Expand
  6. Jakub?
    Jan 14, 2010
    9
    Eufloria redefines the meaning of low-price game with it's beautiful graphics and addictive, long story mode.
  7. CaseyM
    Dec 29, 2009
    8
    Great game if you ask me, I don't see why so many critics didn't like it.
  8. starsh3ro
    Dec 4, 2011
    9
    well first i thought its boring, but after a while playing and after i got used to the controls, i started liking it.

    the first 9 levels are kinda just -> get enough units-> rush enemy. after that the enemies and levels get a bit more tricky. once you complete the "campain" there are a lot of additional maps and missions to play, you can also create your own. the music is good and calm    well first i thought its boring, but after a while playing and after i got used to the controls, i started liking it.

    the first 9 levels are kinda just -> get enough units-> rush enemy. after that the enemies and levels get a bit more tricky. once you complete the "campain" there are a lot of additional maps and missions to play, you can also create your own.

    the music is good and calm the design as well. all together a very relaxing game.

    14,99â    … Expand
  9. KyleC
    Jan 24, 2010
    3
    Eufloria is a pleasant looking game with a very nice soundtrack. If that's all you're looking for then you'll be very happy with your purchase. But as a strategy game it's very lacking. The game plays like this: You grow a tree. The tree releases seeds that you then send to neighboring asteroids to defeat any enemy seeds and trees that may be there. After you defeat Eufloria is a pleasant looking game with a very nice soundtrack. If that's all you're looking for then you'll be very happy with your purchase. But as a strategy game it's very lacking. The game plays like this: You grow a tree. The tree releases seeds that you then send to neighboring asteroids to defeat any enemy seeds and trees that may be there. After you defeat the enemies, you can sacrifice a few of your seeds to plant a new tree or two, which then grows you more seeds to use to conquer the next asteroid. Wash. Rinse. Repeat. There are some basic strategy elements such as selecting the proper offensive unit type (high strength, speed, or energy) for the enemy that you're fighting as well as the ability to plant defensive trees but that's about it. And to make matters worse, you'll often find yourself in need of high strength seeds with only one tree growing them, forcing you to wait around for about an hour until you have sufficient seeds to use. Another glaring omission in this game is the inability to remove trees you've already planted in order to grow a new type of tree. I can only guess that in a game with such a "green friendly" premise, pulling out the old chainsaw would have been considered poor taste. If this game was priced at $5 or less, those flaws could be overlooked. At it's core, Eufloria is beautifully rendered and has excellent ambiance. It's a very relaxing game which is always a nice change of pace. But at its current $20 price tag I find it to be severely lacking in both form and depth and can't recommend that anyone waste their money on it. Pretty colors and music does not make a game enjoyable. Too bad that the developers didn't understand that, or else this game might have been great.… Expand
  10. CaseyD.
    Jan 29, 2010
    5
    This is definitely a late-night game to play while watching a movie. It takes little to no concentration to play it (and therefore will receive little to no concentration from the player). If you decide you want to just sit back, chill, and let your brain melt, then this is a game for you.
  11. glabouzz
    Apr 8, 2011
    10
    10.0 Beautiful, simple, strategic, poetic, intelligent... A very good game. No need of strong hardware... I'd like that game editors take in account about my review :)
  12. namDa65
    Feb 25, 2012
    6
    Bland and repetitive gameplay. The game started out stunningly beautiful, until you realize there's not much more than that. Typical strategy game, got it for the cheap so I can't complain.
  13. DanA
    Jan 1, 2010
    10
    Really awesome game. Art style is awesome and it's a simple and fun game to just pick up and play.
  14. hesperaux
    Dec 21, 2010
    10
    One of my favorite games. You can pick how you like to play..If you like rush strategy, you can play that way; if you like to wait it out and mass your forces, you can play that way too. I like the flexibility of the strategic choices that are offered while you're playing. It's a very easy game to get into, and each level (for me) takes 30 - 90 minutes to complete. The game has elegant,One of my favorite games. You can pick how you like to play..If you like rush strategy, you can play that way; if you like to wait it out and mass your forces, you can play that way too. I like the flexibility of the strategic choices that are offered while you're playing. It's a very easy game to get into, and each level (for me) takes 30 - 90 minutes to complete. The game has elegant, clean graphics that look professional, yet simple, and the soundtrack, while not something you'd listen to in your car, is very soft and fitting for the game. It may seem like an absurd idea to think about getting trees, seeds, and flowers to fight for resources in space, but the concept is very original and it works unexpectedly well. Not sure why the critics don't like it more. It's not meant to replace games like Command & Conquer or Starcraft, which are faster-paced and much more complex. The point of the game is simplicity. I will also say that after the recent update, the A.I. does have some interesting tricks.

    For anyone that likes a slower-paced RTS without the complexities of typical RTS games, try Eufloria. I have to admit, however, that $20.00 is a little bit pricey. I purchased the game when it was on sale, so I have no complaints. To anyone interested in buying on Steam, this game will probably go on sale multiple times a year. Just wait for it.    … Expand
  15. iom666
    Apr 15, 2012
    10
    Best game of 2009 no one played. But YOU SHOULD PLAY IT NOW !! What an incredible indie game. I spent hours on it.
    The IPAD version is even better !!
  16. Morring
    Apr 7, 2013
    8
    A very good game in its genre. It's based on its look and feel, on its art and its music. A slow and enjoyable experience I'm suggesting to anybody interested in the like. If you are not interested in this elements tough you will probably be disappointed, as this is not trying to be a strategy game with a particular art style, it's about the style first and strategy later.
  17. SamSwing
    May 7, 2013
    9
    Not the most complicated game but fun and relaxing. The presentation is simple but attractive. 219 hours played. I guess you could say that I like this game.
  18. therealjjx
    Feb 9, 2012
    8
    this game is quite fun, there may be times of repetitiveness but extra features such as the lazer mine keeps things mixed up and more unpredictable. overall, it's pretty nice
  19. iseeall
    Jun 14, 2017
    7
    It's an RTS where you capture nodes with tiny, all-similar units. There are plenty of games like this on mobile nowadays, but this one is probably better than most of it successors. It's a good game, but it's not excellent.

    The good: - nice graphics, though you will spend most of your time playing at zoomed-out view, and won't see the pretty pictures - pleasant music - the game has a    It's an RTS where you capture nodes with tiny, all-similar units. There are plenty of games like this on mobile nowadays, but this one is probably better than most of it successors. It's a good game, but it's not excellent.

    The good:
    - nice graphics, though you will spend most of your time playing at zoomed-out view, and won't see the pretty pictures
    - pleasant music
    - the game has a few extra features (like defensive towers, an upgraded version of the basic unit and a few more) which make the gameplay less primitive than it usually is in this type of an RTS game

    The so-so:
    - the gameplay of capturing nodes is satisfying, but for a fan of strategy games it really lacks complexity. Such games work fine on mobile, but on PC they feel too underwhelming
    - the levels are relatively easy, but level 16 is a sudden jump of difficulty. It's designed like a puzzle where you need to retry a lot, learn what the scripted waves of enemies do and where they go. The scripted events keep the game difficult enough to not slide into boredom, but the basic AI is pretty average
    - you can't skip levels. Well, instead you can press "Stuck?" button to read a hint, which only proves that levels are designed more like puzzles.

    The bad:
    - you can't easily see how many units are in a given node - usually such games show a number. You have to keep selecting the nodes all the time to just keep track of the situation. There is also no notification when a node reaches a population limit

    It's a small game which in 2017 feels like it was designed for iPad. You will have fun with it for a day, but the lack of depth won't let you stay with it for longer or replay any completed level. Grab the iOS version instead.    … Expand

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#80 Most Shared PC Game of 2008

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Metascore
63

Mixed or average reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 9
  3. Negative: 1 out of 9
  1. Destructoid
    40
    Eufloria is tough, but not impossible, to love. You may have to fight through (or altogether ignore) the campaign mode to get to the good stuff, and even then you may spend more time waiting and micromanaging than you'd like, but I can't possibly deny the strength of Eufloria's most basic design choices.
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  2. Eurogamer
    50
    It's a beautiful, thoughtful curiosity. But somewhere in getting at the essence of strategy gaming, Eufloria has become a sketch, a distraction, a showcase, and a toy: it's an experience that you'll enjoy, rather than a coherent and satisfying game.
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  3. PC Format
    60
    Pleasant enough, but it feels like little more than a glorified iPhone game. [Christmas 2009, p.95]
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