Disclaimer

I was sent a free copy of Spirit City: Lofi Sessions to review for my blog. While I am very grateful for the opportunity, I won’t let it sway my opinions. This will be my honest review.

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What is Spirit City: Lofi Sessions?

I think the Steam page says it best, Spirit City: Lofi Sessions is a gamified focus tool, set to a soothing lofi soundtrack. Players can use the tool to create checklists, create schedules, and use timers to help stay focused. As players use the tool, they earn rewards and levels that they can spend to buy cosmetics for their virtual space. The base game has a decent amount of customization, but there are some cool dlc packs that might fit your aesthetic a little better. Players can also unlock different pets by completing different challenges, and having the game open. All of this is all neatly tied together around a good amount of well curated lofi playlists.

Review

I’ve been trying to get a copy of Spirit City: Lofi Sessions since I found about it. I am very happy I was finally sent a copy to review, and I was not disappointed. Right off the bat, I love the artstyle and aesthetic. Every bit of this world helps foster a cozy virtual space that is pleasing to look at without being too distracting. The game offers a decent amount of customization at the base level without it feeling overwhelming. At least it isn’t an issue at the base level. Gamifying the customization by making players work towards unlocking pets and customization option is a solid motivator. I was definitely logging in every day to try to unlock all the different pets, even though I will only ever use the cat.

The Lofi genre has gotten me through some late nights, long study sessions, and everything I write for this blog. I listen to a lot of Lofi, and this tool has a very good collection. I have yet to find a playlist I don’t like, or song to skip. The game does have YouTube baked into it, so you always have access to the perfect, productivity boosting playlist.

I have mixed feelings about the organizational tools that it offers. The timer is fantastic to have, and the new update made it even better. Looking up and seeing the countdown helps keep me from getting distracting. Having planned scheduled breaks on a timer has definitely boosted my productivity. The checklist/planner settings are a little too basic for my needs. Creating a checklist is easy, and gaining XP once a day for checking something off is awesome, but I wish there was a button to clear the checklist. I can go through it one by one, or uncheck options I am reusing, but I’m crazy and like to start over each time. You can also schedule tasks, but it ads them as a list item. I wish it looked more like a planner or a Calander. I don’t see it replacing my physical planner, but I do like having access to the feature.

The game also offers a journaling features which is cool to have. It is nothing fancy, it is meant to jot down thoughts or notes, but it is there for those who need it. It is definitely a great way to pick up a journaling habit.

I love this tool, and I definitely see an improvement in my productivity. It is not a cure for my ADHD, but the gamification does keep me motivated for longer. This tool only works if leveling and earning small rewards motivates you. After the novelty wears off, you’re either going to keep logging in to listen to some cool lofi, or you’re going to forget you have it. The productivity tools are a little basic, so I don’t see it replacing my physical planner, but it is a good place to start if you are trying to get more organized.

I say, if you like Lofi and those playlists live on your screen while you work, this is a fantastic buy. The customization is nice, the music is fantastic, and there is enough gamification to keep you motivated without it becoming a grind. The devs also seem to be listening to their community and are actively trying to make the tool better. I’m going to keep using it because having the took fill one of my screens does help me stay focused, and I want to unlock everything.

You can pick up Spirit City: Lofi Sessions on Steam for $11.99.