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Tiny Apple by DocGeraud

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made by DocGeraud for Ludum Dare 56 (JAM)

TINY APPLE is a tiny (not so) idle game.

The city generates love, lots of it! let it do its thing and use the love to improve the city... But check the city from time to time, conflicts reduce the production of love. Click on any issue to solve it. Build things to generate more love and bring residents back to the city.

EDIT : the main mechanic, resolving conflicts, is not working on mobile (touch). Please try the game on PC 🙏

Controls - Touch or mouse to interact - M to mute the music - F to toggle fullscreen - S to silence all sounds

I hope you'll have fun =]

📨 There is a post jam version (windows only) with balancing adjustement, if you ever want to quickly reach the end.

Game by Géraud Zucchini and music by Antoine Druaux

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web (itchio) https://docgeraud.itch.io/tiny-apple
Windows download https://docgeraud.itch.io/tiny-apple
Original URL https://ldjam.com/events/ludum-dare/56/tiny-apple

Ratings

Overall 196th 3.931⭐ 82🧑‍⚖️
Fun 310th 3.669⭐ 82🧑‍⚖️
Innovation 490th 3.369⭐ 82🧑‍⚖️
Theme 336th 3.919⭐ 82🧑‍⚖️
Graphics 275th 4.094⭐ 82🧑‍⚖️
Audio 23th 4.281⭐ 82🧑‍⚖️
Humor 39th 4.125⭐ 82🧑‍⚖️
Mood 110th 4.113⭐ 82🧑‍⚖️
Given 51🗳️ 82🗨️

Feedback

Dzukika
08. Oct 2024 · 07:18 UTC
OMG this is awesome and so much fun. I love the style. It's simple but cute and funny. Also love the idea and music and sounds effects, cool. I want to play this more and more! Good job!
Curtis Pelissier
08. Oct 2024 · 09:30 UTC
C'est vraiment cool ! L'idée d'utiliser New York en tant que petite ville où les "tiny creatures" sont les humains ça marche bien. Le travail sur les détails et le sound design est clean :thumbsup:

En revanche, t'as un entre-deux un peu particulier où t'es à la fois dans l'idle game et le clicker (surtout en fin de partie) où si t'es pas très actif, tu gagnes vraiment plus rien en IDLE. Je pense qu'il y a un juste milieu à trouver.

En tout cas bravo pour un projet solo :clap:
![Capture d'écran 2024-10-08 113111.png](///raw/614/41/z/67ce9.png)
namnam
08. Oct 2024 · 09:42 UTC
C'était très chouette, j'aime beaucoup le travail sur les feedbacks et globalement l'ambiance sonore qui rendent le jeu très agréable à jouer et ajoute un peu d'humour (très drôle de voir un oiseau se prendre la tête avec un building). La Da est très mims dans son minimalisme. Pis j'aime bien ce que j'ai compris du propos : plus une ville grandi, plus le côté "humain" disparait et plus elle génère du stress donc du conflit, donc elle demande plus d'attention pour continuer à générer de la bienveillance.
Zakku
08. Oct 2024 · 09:45 UTC
PLOP PLOP je cliquais partout pour entendre ce doux son ahah trop bien le jeu ! La DA fonctionne trop bien avec la vibe, et c'est mieux de récolter de l'amour que des sous yipee. Bravo !
RascarCapackDev
08. Oct 2024 · 10:23 UTC
Adorable ! "conflict reduces the production of love": YES ! resolving conflicts just like in real life (by clicking on them) is nice. Those triple A graphics are are *chef's kiss*. Great job doc
Loig
08. Oct 2024 · 11:56 UTC
The sounds are really cute.

I think it could have been nice to add some upgrade to manage conflicts without clicking (so that at first one has to click but then, most of the conflict are resolved without clicking).
mantelia
08. Oct 2024 · 12:17 UTC
Ok, so this is the first game I'm reviewing and this is instantly a love! The first thing that stands out is the perfect sound design (satisfying, goofy, fun), but really everything is on par. Every mechanic is understood immediatly, the art, the mood, everything flows and just works together!
amarokczukay
08. Oct 2024 · 12:27 UTC
Ok first of all i must say that i'm really not into idle games. gameplay-wise, my reptilian brain switched into the click-on-a-thing-when-it-appears beast mode. I haven't played it until i get 4/4 upgrades on everything and to be honest i didn't have **a lot** of fun.

Now for the rest: i sincerely loved the doodly graphics, everything is nicely readable and understandable. sounds are excellent (the plop sound when you click, the "rahhlhlnaaamarha" when people get angry, the kisses…) everything in presentation was a nice mix of cute and fun. it illustrates how simple but well thought things are really good!

Overall, i think i'll keep a nice memory of this game bravo le doc!
Doot
08. Oct 2024 · 15:03 UTC
très très cool l'idée d'un idle dans lequel les upgrades amènent un peu plus le besoin d'agir, tout en donnant un bonus lors de ces actions ! Vraiment tout est simple et marche bien ensemble, et c'est tenu par des graphismes et sons super cutes, bravo ! Trop satisfaisant de le laisser dans un coin et de revenir pour que tout le monde se fasse des bisous 💏
rachjn
08. Oct 2024 · 17:23 UTC
The game is awesome! It's so reminiscent of online games from my childhood. The gameplay may be simple, but the idle format is still engaging. I think the game is really elevated by the fun sound effects and background music. I like how every moving thing in the scene can generate conflicts!
JulienLussiez
08. Oct 2024 · 17:45 UTC
Franchement cool. J'y ai passé un peu de temps. Les graphismes sont chouettes et l'ambiance excellente. Mon petit préféré pour le moment des jeux que j'ai testés jusqu'à maintenant.
jefvel
08. Oct 2024 · 17:46 UTC
Fun experience! I had it on in the background, like a city in an aquarium. Got all the upgrades and everyone was happy. The graphics are cute, reminds me of kingdom of loathing.

Nice work!!
RachelfTech
08. Oct 2024 · 18:04 UTC
Super cute game! Loved the art style and it's satisfying seeing the city prosper :)
Bobap
08. Oct 2024 · 19:21 UTC
I'm not sure what I like more, the art or the audio. This is an absolute gem. I loved seeing the city grow with the upgrades. Would've liked to see some sort of "Congrats you got every upgrade" sort of flair at the end, but I like still being able to chill and watch the city afterwards.
🎤 DocGeraud
08. Oct 2024 · 19:25 UTC
@bobap thank you so much! I wanted to add a nice visual (like a rainbow) when you complete everything, but I run out of time 😅
Game-mon
08. Oct 2024 · 20:22 UTC
J'adore ! L'utilisation du thème est vraiment très sympa, la boucle de gameplay type idle game très cool, les dessins tout mignons, les bruits de bouche parfaits... Vraiment rien à redire :thumbsup:
LDJam user 174638
08. Oct 2024 · 20:31 UTC
Très sympa, j'aime bien l'idée du jeu vertical assez chill, les graphismes sont super kiki et la musique est tout simplement banger 👍
MrEliptik
08. Oct 2024 · 20:41 UTC
Simple concept and well executed! Easy to pickup but enjoyable. I loved the sound ambiance and the sfx, congrats!
LDJam user 296412
08. Oct 2024 · 20:57 UTC
I think something is a bit off on mobile. It looks like things are reacting to the touch, but not much is happening. Maybe I just missed something 😅

Other than that, really love the simple artstyle, and music. Also a great concept!

Good job!
DeerCat
08. Oct 2024 · 21:20 UTC
Lovely tiny game ideal for a game jam :D
ArcadeEleven
09. Oct 2024 · 04:51 UTC
Spreading some love is always great !
Great little game, well done !
Igor Korobeinikov
09. Oct 2024 · 05:56 UTC
A really cute game! The only thing I would change is pricing for tier 3 and 4, it's too hifh I think
Other then that, wonderfull gamejam game!
Wiskey
09. Oct 2024 · 06:18 UTC
haha lovely game! we the sounds created with actual voices?
🎤 DocGeraud
09. Oct 2024 · 10:09 UTC
Thank you everyone!
@wiskey Yes, I recorded everything 😊
Haoro
09. Oct 2024 · 12:01 UTC
Good game, the sound and ambiance is really nice !
As other mentioned, the last "part" of the game is a little too long while waiting for the last upgrades, but otherwise it works smoothly !
Bien joué !
turbogros
09. Oct 2024 · 13:42 UTC
Très cool ! J'adore la DA minimaliste et hyper efficace.
Trop cool de le laisser dans un coin, revenir et voir ce que ça donne.

Toujours trop drôle le sound design à la bouche ❤️
TRASEVOL_DOG
09. Oct 2024 · 22:18 UTC
Really really cool! I loooove the sound effects, and the simple MSPaint-drawn style works so well it should be illegal imho. Really smart to do an idle game with this theme. I really wish I could get the game's window to stay on top of other programs so that it would be easier to actually do other stuff at the same time!
magopian
10. Oct 2024 · 04:46 UTC
Same here, it seems the touch on mobile isn’t doing much to resolve the conflicts ? I’ll try it out later on my computer.
Already in love with the minimalistic graphics, good vibes music, and incredibly adorable sounds <3
moonlightbomber
10. Oct 2024 · 07:36 UTC
I like the hand-drawn feel of the game, like a simple idle game like this is given this much artistic integrity.
OwlyCode
10. Oct 2024 · 11:01 UTC
I love idle games! And this one kept me hooked until I knew what was behind every upgrade. The line art is simple but readable and sets a mood with only two colors. I'd have preferred smoother lines (like vector drawing) though. The sound design is funny and effective, the whole game feels coherent. Playing this made me happier :)

Tiny bug report: clicking to solve conflicts didn't work on my phone (OnePlus), but worked well on PC.
recursor
10. Oct 2024 · 15:09 UTC
The style reminds me of the game Hidden folks, and I love it. The little guys walking around are so cute and the hand drawn look is just great. The sound design is also very good as well. It might be fun to be able to drag and move the little things around to prevent conflicts before they happen. Anyway, enjoyed it.
Zebu
10. Oct 2024 · 18:38 UTC
Love how much life there is to every little area on the screen
outstar
10. Oct 2024 · 20:32 UTC
10/10 audio, I LOVED all the nu-uhs and kisses and other man-made sounds beyond comprehension! The graphic style and little animations were cute and quirky, the game made me feel good, overall, great job. And good pick on the resolution and general artstyle, made it feel slick :)
magopian
10. Oct 2024 · 21:33 UTC
I can now confirm it works like a charm on my computer, no idea why the "touches" on my mobile phone were playing the "blip" sound, but were not resolving the issue :/
Once again, congratz on a very well executed game, loved it!
Vidu
11. Oct 2024 · 08:05 UTC
That's so charming ! Cute <3
sbeif
11. Oct 2024 · 11:15 UTC
Very cute artstyle, and audio, very polished
francoisvn
11. Oct 2024 · 11:52 UTC
Love the aesthetic, both the visuals and the audio! Nicely done :)
LyaMgtt
11. Oct 2024 · 20:03 UTC
Absolutely love this entry, the work on the UI is so great, no need for explanation, everything is simple and well done !! I also love the smart gameplay, it was really fun ! Is your goal to make it a mobile game ? If so maybe the upgrades could be displayed at the bottom of the screen for a better access with the thumb :)
Dywanix
11. Oct 2024 · 20:09 UTC
I really love that minimalistic artstyle, very cute
🎤 DocGeraud
11. Oct 2024 · 22:05 UTC
@lyamgtt That's a good idea if I ever make a mobile version, thank you so much for the feedback!
Antonin Browne
11. Oct 2024 · 22:33 UTC
I love everything in this game! in particular the sfx :)
thank you for this game
OldToadPower
12. Oct 2024 · 05:30 UTC
I enjoyed the game, maybe I'm not the target audience, but I got bored waiting towards the end. The artstyle and sound are awesome!
Shirac
12. Oct 2024 · 09:26 UTC
Super jeu, la DA est originale et très belle (mention pour le sound design aha). Cela aurait été cool d'avoir une zone pour cliquer et récolter plus d'amour quand il n'y a pas d'accidents (même si j'ai vu que vous avez ajusté la balance en postjam). Bravo et mangez des pommes !
DGSpitzer
12. Oct 2024 · 14:03 UTC
Really hope one day New York can finish all the constructions! Overall a great game!!
dp3rucha
12. Oct 2024 · 14:22 UTC
Good approach to the theme, graphics and mood! Maybe the progress gets too slow at the end. GJ!
Hawkin
12. Oct 2024 · 18:03 UTC
This was a treat! It is evidence that graphics don't need to be expensive to be effective. Simple and clean is just as good, and everything you included communicated something. I liked that the palette was B&W except for the pink hearts.

The game design was really effective, too. I liked that I had two things to click at: resolving disputes, and upgrading the city. It was cool to see it all grow. Well done :D

![Untitled.png](///raw/319/53/z/68b44.png)
Aviv Levy
12. Oct 2024 · 20:19 UTC
This is really cute! I love the art, the little voices and the sound effects. I think maybe the progress could be a bit faster or that I had more things to do while waiting.

Cool entry!
vivyhasadream
12. Oct 2024 · 20:49 UTC
The theme fits perfectly with this jam's topic. I really love the idea—there's always more love when you're helping people to love each other. The interactions are also well made. Simple, but a complete and well-rounded piece. Thanks for bringing this concept to life.
Roroto Sic
12. Oct 2024 · 20:53 UTC
I have enough plane for my earth i stop here :)
![Recording 2024-10-12 at 22.52.15.gif](///raw/d93/94/z/68b75.gif)
🎤 DocGeraud
13. Oct 2024 · 08:56 UTC
Thank you so much @hawkin 🙏 I'm glad you liked it enough to finish the game 😊
🎤 DocGeraud
13. Oct 2024 · 08:56 UTC
@roroto-sic I respect that decision 😌
Thank you for playing!
splittheatom
13. Oct 2024 · 09:58 UTC
Bravo @docgeraud, jeu hyper chill et un polish de fou!
Les SFX en bruits de bouche me feront toujours marrer dans tes jeux de jam :D
Lofipop
13. Oct 2024 · 17:43 UTC
Chouette sound design, UI super claire, un idle game solide et plein de style :) le fait de devoir gérer les oiseaux qui s'énervent m'a fait marrer (mmh.. un jeu avec des oiseaux énervés... y a un truc à creuser). Well done !
awootis
14. Oct 2024 · 19:35 UTC
sounds is everything
art is everything
i need it on my phone :>
NickHellquist
14. Oct 2024 · 21:29 UTC
Haha, great SFX, nice song, love the art! Simple gameplay yet satisfying and fun to look at, very nice work :)
aboogoost
14. Oct 2024 · 22:00 UTC
Great game! I had a good time playing it! It felt like the time to upgrade went up faster than the difficulty which caused a mid-game lull that got slightly less fun than early/late. Still great job overall!
Judith Hantisse
15. Oct 2024 · 02:03 UTC
Very nice entry! It has a lot of charm, the graphics and sfx gives a special feel to it. This is also a nice take on the theme! It's pretty slow, but it is an idle game after all. I really liked my experience :)
crneumre
15. Oct 2024 · 21:40 UTC
Such a cute idle game, the sfx and the sound design is just awesome. I also liked the art even though it simple it has its own uniqueness to it in its simplicity. I enjoyed playing but I would love for there to be more upgrades, and more things to click while I wait for the city to grow.
Great entry!
LDJam user 261037
18. Oct 2024 · 16:17 UTC
So, everyone in the city is happy and the only conflicts ever are when people or vehicles (or seagulls and buildings) aren't paying attention and crash into each other, then as soon as you click on them, they're all better XD. This game was fun and you did a good job spreading potential collisions across the height of the screen. Animations are simple but fluid. A well made engaging not-too-idle game :)
oliver_day
18. Oct 2024 · 22:19 UTC
I really liked how there were effects for everything but they all tied in together with the grayscale colours. I would have liked something else to be added in as the level went up, but overall nice game. A bit of background music / noises would have been nice but that might not have gone with the idle game style.

Edit: Oh sorry, my volume was down.
kanity
19. Oct 2024 · 17:36 UTC
Played on my phone. Really love simple doodle-style graphics, makes it more alive and fun for me. Love the sound and animation when I tap the screen. Though I didn't feel like I can do anything at all... Tapped all over the place, did wait a bit, but conflicts kept arising and I felt powerless... Maybe I missed something? :(
🎤 DocGeraud
20. Oct 2024 · 09:33 UTC
@oliver-day Thanks for the feedback! There is definitely some music and ambient sound; I'm not sure why you didn't hear it. Sorry about that 😞
🎤 DocGeraud
20. Oct 2024 · 09:34 UTC
@kanity Sorry, there is some bugs that makes the game not playable on phone. You can obviously resolve conflicts in the web version on PC 🙏
Kiddy
21. Oct 2024 · 23:11 UTC
Really cool, I really love the sound design and the tiny graphism !!!
CataclysmicKnight
24. Oct 2024 · 00:57 UTC
Yay, I did it, I did the thing! I thought this was so sweet, and it was nice having the interactivity of dealing with the conflicts. The sound effects, art, and UI are all incredible! Everything got lots of LOVE and attention here. It made me a fan of yours immediately 🙌

I had to go deal with our air purifier after it messed up and it took a while. When I came back there were soooooooooo many conflicts, omg!!!

Also dealing with the bird conflicts is especially wholesome omg lol poor birdies

Oh and I just realized after leaving this comment that there are no conflicts after upgrading everything! Yay, I actually really like that decision, now the city is just pure love 🧡