APICO

Critic reviews

• Root Nation

  Denis Koshelev · Oct 08, 2022

  7.5

  Apico is pretty great. It’s deep, neat, and plays great on a Switch screen. Crafting is straightforward, the learning curve is long but pleasant, and the addiction factor is very high. It’s not Stardew Valley in the way that there are no relationships, no abundance of dialogs or lore. It’s very focused on bees, and that’s not a bad thing. It feels like an adventure in learning, something new yet familiar.

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• 3rd-strike.com

  Noparg · Aug 31, 2022

  5.5

  Apico is a rather unique title that sadly lacks content past its main premise. While those looking for something to wind down at night might find what they’re looking for, fans of games like Stardew Valley won’t find something similar here.

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• Pure Nintendo

  Roger Reichardt · Jul 21, 2022

  8.5

  APICO might start off slow, but it becomes intriguing pretty quickly. It’s a chilled experience that allows you to complete the game at your own pace. The crafting and building features are easy to pick up on and enjoy, allowing you to design the island to your liking. But what makes APICO stand out is the beekeeping aspect, breeding different bees to get desired traits and ultimately discovering new bees. The game sneaks a bit of science in the fun, and I’m all for it.

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• TechRaptor

  Marina DelGreco · Jul 18, 2022

  6.5

  APICO will be an enjoyable experience if you're the kind of gamer who likes simulation games that make you feel warm, fuzzy, and buzzy. The one overarching qualm I have with APICO is that it states it's a relaxing game, but there are too many pertinent moving parts to make it a completely zen experience - even if the soundtrack is all lo-fi beats.

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• Screen Rant

  Laura Gray · May 19, 2022

  9.0

  APICO is a great game for bee and simulation fans of any age. The clear directions and interesting facts make it a great choice for kids wanting to learn more about conservation. It is also complex enough to appeal to fans of relaxing simulation games like Minecraft. Those looking to learn more about bees, conservation, and genetics will likely enjoy the colorful world and endearing narrative of APICO, making it a great adventure for any player.

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• TheXboxHub

  James Birks · Sep 13, 2023

  8.0

  Overall, APICO is an eye-opening sim that’s enlightening in regards to beekeeping and the important role bees have in our ecosystem. Having a book of quests to guide you through the various aspects of beekeeping is crucial to engaging the player from the outset. The cross-breeding element is engrossing and you’ll get the urge to discover every species across the different biomes.

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