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Review of Haven Park on Nintendo Switch

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Aug 2021
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Gamefings Score: 7.5
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 05 Aug 2021
Genre: Adventure
Developer: Bubblebird Studio
Publisher: Mooneye Studios

Introduction

Welcome, dear gamers, to a world where you can befriend trees, build your very own campfire, and definitely not get eaten by a bear-*unless* you're really bad at camping. Enter *Haven Park*, a colorful, heartwarming indie game where you manage a campsite as a plucky little bird named Flint. That's right! You're playing as a bird. No wings? No problem! Get your gear and bring the joy of nature back to your community. Just make sure you pack enough marshmallows because the ghost of camping past won't stop chirping about them until you do!

Gameplay

In *Haven Park*, you take on the role of Flint, a charming little bird who proves that even small creatures can manage big responsibilities. Your grandmother has handed you the keys to the island's campsites, and it's your job to keep them up and running. Sounds easy, right? Wrong! Soon you'll be embroiled in a series of hilarious misadventures, from gathering resources to building facilities and fulfilling the whimsical requests of your bird and animal friends. Each campsite is filled with quirky characters and quests, and your adventurous spirit will have you hopping around the island like it's a petting zoo on caffeine. The gameplay is all about collecting items and crafting structures, allowing you to develop the park into a bustling little getaway for fellow creatures. Remember, proper campsite etiquette dictates you need to be hospitable, so expect guests to show up at your campfire requests asking for hallucinogenic marshmallows or a not-so-simple barbecue setup! Pro-tip: They just want s'mores. Quests can range from the easy-peasy 'find my missing sock' to the slightly more complicated 'build me a BBQ so I can impress my squirrel ladyfriend.' Explore the world, gather resources, and earn experience points to level up Flint's skills. However, be warned-if you're anything like me, you might get stuck for hours trying to find that last wood plank for your fancy campfire. Why can't you just make do with a little twig, Flint? I mean, come on! It's going to be a *fun* camping experience, right? The game encourages exploration with its beautifully crafted environments and multitude of secrets hidden just off the beaten path. The balance of resource management and discovery makes for a delightful experience, so just imagine you're on an epic treasure hunt (well, an epic wood-gathering hunt) with some cute feathered pals.

Graphics

Visually, *Haven Park* brings to life a low-poly world that oozes charm-think of it as if a nine-year-old who loved animals and Minecraft got an art degree. The colors are vibrant, and the environments are dynamic, showcasing lush landscapes that make you think, 'Wow, I could actually set up a tent here!' Just imagine the *Instagram* posts! The characters have that cute factor that makes you want to both hug them and make them cupcakes (but not those dubious veggie-scented cupcakes-no one wants those!). Every nook and cranny is designed to entice exploration, so be prepared to be constantly distracted by a fresh patch of flowers or a gathering of overly friendly woodland critters. It's the kind of game your mother warned you not to play right before bed because it could lead to very unrealistic expectations of nature! You'll never get as many squirrels in real life, I promise. Some critics may point out that the graphics aren't groundbreaking or mind-blowing, but hey, if it's cute and cozy, why does it need to be the visual equivalent of a blockbuster movie? Who needs hyper-realistic graphics when you have pixelated charm?

Conclusion

If you're looking to trade intense combat and high-stakes survival for marshmallow-roasting and friendship-building, *Haven Park* is the perfect fit for you! Balancing soothing gameplay with light challenges, it provides the ideal cozy gaming experience, perfect for an afternoon chill-out session or a much-needed escape from reality. Just remember to keep your expectations in check-you aren't going to be saving the world, just a couple of campsites and making sure no one pops a tent in the wrong place. In conclusion, though it might not break any records or revolutionize the genre, *Haven Park* is still a sweet, serene slice of gaming goodness. With a score of 7.5 out of 10, we recommend grabbing a copy, some snacks, and taking this delightful journey into a world of camping and critters every now and then. After all, who wouldn't want to be a bird in a paradise where you don't have to properly clean out your campsite? Now, if only real camping were this easy... Happy camping, folks!

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