APICO (2022)

Developer: ellraiser, TNgineers
Publisher: Whitethorn Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Casual, Simulation
Rating: 4.6 of 5, 2,013 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 28 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A gentle, low-pressure beekeeping adventure where you explore lush islands and breed bees at your own relaxed pace.

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What players say

Players appreciate the relaxing, slow-paced beekeeping with automation and no pressure, but many find the content shallow for the price. Multiplayer is noted as buggy, and some report a progression wall where hybridization mechanics break.

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