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Lawn Mowing Simulator

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 • 2021

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Quick resume

Experience the beauty and detail of mowing the Great British countryside in Lawn Mowing Simulator, the only simulator that allows you to ride an authentic and expansive roster of real-world licensed lawn mowers from prestigious manufacturers; Toro, SCAG and STIGA as you manage your business.

Global score

71/100

Genres

Simulator, Strategy

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    Pros

    • Relaxing and meditative gameplay
    • Realistic lawn mowing simulation
    • Addictive and satisfying progression
    • Good graphics and sound design
    • Active developer support and updates

    Cons

    • Limited content and variety
    • Lack of multiplayer/co-op
    • Some control and camera issues
    • No mid-job save feature
    • Repetitive gameplay

    Analysis

    Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Fantasy, Violence, Story, Thrill. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Leadership. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Fantasy, Exploration.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

    Motivations

    • Autonomy
      3

      "Players have control over mower operation, business management, and job approach, though within a structured simulation framework."

    • Competence
      3

      "Players experience skill-based challenges such as mower handling, avoiding damage, and efficient lawn mowing, with feedback on performance."

    • Competition
      -3

      "Focus is on personal progress and relaxation rather than competing against others; no mention of ranked or PvP modes."

    • Continuation
      4

      "Many players report long play sessions, habitual return to the game, and addictive qualities."

    • Cooperation
      -4

      "Gameplay is primarily single-player; cooperation or multiplayer is requested but not present."

    • Creativity
      1

      "Some customization of company and equipment exists, but limited character customization and environment modification."

    • Domination
      -4

      "Interactions are balanced and respectful; no evidence of exerting control or superiority over others."

    • Escapism
      5

      "Players use the game as a relaxing escape from real-life stress, anxiety, and problems."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily for enjoyment and relaxation, not out of obligation or pressure."

    • Experimenting
      2

      "Players try different mowers, strategies, and approaches to mowing, though gameplay is somewhat repetitive."

    • Exploration
      -2

      "Game environments are limited and repetitive; exploration is minimal though some variety in lawns exists."

    • Expression
      1

      "Limited avatar and company customization allow some self-expression but options are sparse."

    • Fantasy
      -5

      "Game simulates realistic lawn mowing and landscaping business without fantasy or fictional elements."

    • Fellowship
      -3

      "Minimal social connection; multiplayer/co-op is absent though requested by players."

    • Growth
      3

      "Players develop skills in mowing and business management, unlocking equipment and progressing in career mode."

    • Health
      -4

      "Sedentary gameplay; no physical activity or rehab elements."

    • Idle
      -3

      "Requires focused attention during mowing; not designed for background or idle play."

    • Intimacy
      -4

      "No evidence of close relationships or emotional sharing; social interactions are minimal."

    • Leadership
      2

      "Players manage a lawn mowing business and hire employees, implying some leadership elements."

    • Progression
      4

      "Strong progression through unlocking better mowers, expanding business, and completing jobs."

    • Relaxation
      5

      "Widely reported as a relaxing, meditative, and satisfying experience."

    • Sensation
      2

      "Enjoyable graphics and sound design contribute to sensory pleasure, though not highly intense."

    • Status
      -3

      "No social status or recognition systems; focus is on individual play."

    • Story
      -4

      "No narrative or plot; gameplay is context-free lawn mowing tasks."

    • Strategy
      2

      "Some planning and problem solving in managing equipment, routes, and business, but overall straightforward."

    • Thrill
      -4

      "Game is calm and low risk; no suspense or high tension."

    • Value
      2

      "Generally considered worth the price, though some feel content is limited and desire more features."

    • Violence
      -5

      "No combat or destruction; focus on constructive lawn care."

    • Survival
      -4

      "Stable, low-risk environment without threats or survival challenges."

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    Last update: 29/04/2026