When Flower released for the PSN, many people claimed it was more art, rather than game. Those claims couldn’t be more true, as Flower is a painting come to life. But does it play as good as it looks?
The basic premise of Flower is that you are the wind, and you move around varied environments, collecting flower petals, and subsequently change the environment. The remarkable thing about Flower is the change you’ll encounter. Aside from the first level, your actions will drastically change the dreary environment into a beautiful one. The great thing in Flower is that there is no time limit, no true objectives and no enemies. You are free to do anything, whenever you want. And that’s what separates Flower from it’s competitors; you can just sit back, relax, and play.
However, if there is one thing that detracts from the game, it is the clunky controls. Flower makes use of the SixAxis controls. While this is easily the best game to date to utilize the controls, occasionally the game becomes tough to maneuver your way through the landscape. Unfortunately, this detracts from the experience thatgamecompany wanted with Flower
One of the best PSN exclusive titles to date, Flower definitely is worth a buy. The environments in which you play in encompass a variety of lush colors and beautiful detail. Playing in 1080p will make your jaw drop. With no clear goals, Flower is a fun, yet relaxing game that you can play whenever. However, the clunky controls detract from the serene experience; which is a shame. For all you trophy whores, Flower has 14 trophies, all of which are relatively easy.
Aside from the control issue, Flower is a game you cannot miss. It is a painting come to life. With it’s breathtaking graphics and laid back gameplay, Flower is a must have.
Nelia writes: "Spring is nearly here and to celebrate we've put together a list of some of the best Springtime video games for the upcoming season."
Ten years ago, the delicate indie game Flower was first released on PlayStation 3. Flower broke a lot of molds, turned a lot of heads, and spawned a lot of "is this even a game" soul-searching editorials, but a decade of hindsight shows that it's as much as 2019 game as it was a 2009 game.
First game I bought ‘n’ beat after my daughter was born. Late night, mom asleep. Lil’ girl in one arm while I six-axis’d with the other. Beat it on PS4 again years later on her birthday, just cuz. :)
I can relate. The last of us was the first game I played after my daughter died. At first it was hard but a semi healing experience as the game progressed. Flower is great though very relaxing game
Oh man I’m so sorry. Sincerely.
You know, they say music is the soundtrack of our lives. Goes to show how far games have come that they too can leave these little footprints.
I'm glad it helped you heal. I'm very sorry for your loss. My first born son is only months old and I can't even imagine losing him. Games can be very powerful experiences. Sometimes more powerful than almost any other artistic medium.
Sony still owns the ip though so that would be a big deal if they allowed that. I think they should allow it personally; thatgamecompany has created gem after gem that will be remembered as art pieces. They have made their money off the games and more and should free them to the rest of the cummunity...they would still make money off licensing for the ports anyway.
They are releasing Flower, Flow and Journey on the PC, but honestly the PC is more neutral ground. I agree that putting them on rival consoles would be highly unlikely. It would be great if more gamers could enjoy these awesome games though.
Well, yeah. The same with The Journey and Flow. They don't get old because graphics are stylized and gameplay is quite unique.
It's such a fun and relaxing game. Probably the best use of the sixaxis we got. A friend forced me out of my gaming comfort zone to buy this and Noby Noby Boy, didn't regret it what so ever. Ps3 had a lot of fun silly PSN titles that you really don't see this gen. Still waiting for my Shatter remaster and/or sequel.
I always play this game, every year, on a relaxing, warm spring evening. I also have the soundtrack.
I have a special connection to this game. It really resonated with me and to this day, there doesn't seem to be much reason beyond "Spring has always been my favorite season". Go figure.
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I agree 100 precent with this review. I found the controls were alot of fun until one of the last levels. You have to manuever through some very tight areas and the controls are not the best for it. However, Flower does make good use of the sixaxis. This really is a beautiful and relaxing game. for only 10 bux i would reccommend it to anyone with a ps3.