Manifold Garden

 Switch
User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 9 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 9
  3. Negative: 1 out of 9
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  1. JAXmudge
    Aug 21, 2020
    7
    Definitely the strangest gardening game I've ever played.

    (Not worth $20, there are like 8 hours of playtime.)
  2. SL36
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    Wow this game is amazing. Beautiful, original and just the right level of difficulty without being unfair. Been a long time since a game has blown my mind, this one will stay with me awhile.
  3. AdventureGames
    Feb 28, 2021
    8
    Very strange, very confusing, but once you get used to the game play and the world, you are in for a visual treat.
    This game is a giant labyrinth with a few puzzles and the gravity will change to your desire making it possible to go to elevated places/ceiling/walls without stairs. But beware, you might also fall into the abyss and then you will end up on a copy of where you originally    Very strange, very confusing, but once you get used to the game play and the world, you are in for a visual treat.
    This game is a giant labyrinth with a few puzzles and the gravity will change to your desire making it possible to go to elevated places/ceiling/walls without stairs. But beware, you might also fall into the abyss and then you will end up on a copy of where you originally were, which is kinda the same place where you fell from. If you are confused, it's normal, but it will make sense once you play the game.
    Sometimes, falling into the abyss is what will make your life easier...    … Expand
  4. TheLinkgirl
    Sep 21, 2021
    9
    Infinitely looping space is a fascinating concept that Manifold Garden uses perfectly from the very start. This game is essentially a very light puzzle game, brought together with a haunting yet calming exploration game. While you have a clear goal for every single part of this game, the areas are just begging to be explored all the time, leading to a lot of time spent simply observing theInfinitely looping space is a fascinating concept that Manifold Garden uses perfectly from the very start. This game is essentially a very light puzzle game, brought together with a haunting yet calming exploration game. While you have a clear goal for every single part of this game, the areas are just begging to be explored all the time, leading to a lot of time spent simply observing the world around you. I love the idea of exploring interesting worlds, and for me this game is a uniquely beautiful experience.… Expand

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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. Cubed3
    Dec 3, 2020
    80
    Manifold Garden builds a compelling, meditative world, and easily stands on its own merit as a highly recommended first person puzzle. It is short but sweet, as they say, and paced excellently. Jumping off into the abyss, and thinking about how to solve the next puzzle will never fail to reward - it makes one feel clever and always fits within the framework of rules which were previously set.
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  2. Gamezebo
    Oct 25, 2020
    80
    Manifold Garden is a striking and hugely impressive puzzler – but it’s certainly not for everyone. But perhaps that’s part of the appeal. Scratch that – it definitely is.
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  3. Pure Nintendo
    Sep 25, 2020
    70
    Overall, Manifold Garden is a bit of a mixed bag. On the one hand, it has mesmerizing visuals, good puzzles, and a calming atmosphere. But there are a few negatives, like headaches, and music which lulls you to sleep. Priced at $19.99, I would recommend picking it up only if it’s interesting to you and on sale.
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