Introduction
Lily’s Garden is a mobile game developed by Tactile Games, released in 2018. It’s a free-to-play puzzle game that revolves around the main character, Lily, who inherits her aunt’s garden and has to restore it to its former glory. The game is available on both iOS and Android platforms and has gained popularity among casual gamers worldwide.
Gameplay
Lily’s Garden is a match-3 puzzle game where players need to match objects of the same color and type to progress through the levels. The game is divided into different levels, each with a unique layout and goal. To complete a level, players need to achieve the objective within a given number of moves. The objectives can vary from collecting flowers, breaking obstacles, and removing weeds.
In each level, players are presented with a board filled with different objects such as flowers, fruits, and other garden-related items. Players need to swap two adjacent objects to create a row or column of three or more objects of the same color and type. Matching four or more objects will create a power-up that can clear multiple objects at once. The power-ups can be activated by swapping them with another object or double-tapping them.
The game offers various obstacles that make the gameplay more challenging, such as ice, mud, and locked objects. Ice blocks can only be broken by matching objects next to them, while mud blocks require multiple matches to clear. Locked objects can only be unlocked by matching them with adjacent objects.
As players progress through the levels, the game introduces new mechanics such as rockets, water cans, and snails. Rockets can clear entire rows or columns, while water cans can remove obstacles and snails can carry objects across the board.
In between the levels, players can interact with different characters in the game, including Lily’s family members and friends. Players can also decorate Lily’s garden by purchasing items from the in-game store using coins or diamonds.
Graphics and Sound
Lily’s Garden features a colorful and charming visual style that complements the game’s theme. The game’s graphics are well-designed and detailed, with each level having a unique background that reflects the garden’s environment. The game’s sound effects and music are also well-crafted and add to the game’s overall atmosphere.
The game’s characters are charming and memorable, with each having their unique personality and backstory. The game’s story is presented through dialogues between characters and cutscenes that are well-animated and engaging.
Monetization
Lily’s Garden is a free-to-play game that offers in-app purchases. Players can purchase coins and diamonds using real money, which can be used to buy power-ups, extra moves, and decorations for Lily’s garden. While the game does offer in-app purchases, it’s not necessary to spend money to progress through the game. Players can earn coins and diamonds by completing levels, daily login bonuses, and participating in events.
The game’s monetization strategy is not overly aggressive, and players can enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money. The game’s in-app purchases are reasonably priced, and players can choose to spend money on the game if they wish to support the developers or speed up their progress.
Reception
Lily’s Garden has received positive reviews from players and critics alike. The game has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars on the App Store and 4.5 out of 5 stars on the Google Play Store. Players have praised the game’s addictive gameplay, charming visuals, and engaging storyline.
Critics have also praised the game’s design, with TouchArcade describing the game as “a fantastic match-3 game that’s easy to pick up and play.” PocketGamer also
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