Virtual Plant

The advancement in computer technology has opened up new methods of socializing, marketing and even entertainment. Video games, for instance, let you experience various tales with you as the main character. Genres and gameplay modes are abundant, with Virtual Plant being a suitable example of a text-based simulation.

A good impression is provided right from the start. The application doesn't need to be installed on your system for proper functionality, but you need to check whether or not you have Java Runtime Environment installed. Portability is a major advantage because you can save your progress and continue anywhere you go.

As the name suggests, you get to raise and take care of a plant, more specifically one of the eight predefined types of trees. On the other hand, with a little programming knowledge, you can create your own plant with custom attributes, needs and growing style.

Don't expect any shiny visuals, actually no visuals of any kind. This is because the application runs the simulation in command prompt, requiring you to follow a few steps, depending on the state of your virtual plant.

Accommodation isn't a problem, with each step cleverly fitted with descriptions and hints to what you need to write down to trigger actions. According to specifications, each plant has a lifespan and generates fruits you can harvest.

The gameplay itself stretches across multiple days, that are displayed after each action. Various details are displayed, such as plant and weather conditions so you know how to treat the plant. Moreover, you can save the state of your game so that later on you can take care of it.

All things considered, we can safely state that Virtual Plant is a fun way of relieving some stress after a hard day at work, requiring little effort on your behalf. Portability lets you take it anywhere you go, coming in handy since there's a save option. Controls are intuitive, descriptions helpful, making for a neat alternative to conventional entertainment methods.