FAQ
Frequently Asked Game Questions
Note
Please read the FaQ before playing or asking questions. This FaQ is Valid till 0.6.X version
Q&A by @Mola Mola in Discord
How do i update?
A: Download the new version from the official Gardendless' website. You can keep/delete the old one if you want to.
How do i transfer my progress between versions? (when updating)
A: Your save files transfer between versions automatically. Download a new version and play!
Why is my game crashing/really slow/doesn't run/laggy/has gray screens?
A: The game's optimization isn't the best at the moment. You can try closing tabs, but if nothing works, sadly, your device doesn't meet the requirements to run GE.
Is modding possible? What can you mod into the game?
A: With GEPatcher, modding IS possible, however, as of writing this, it's really limited. You cannot change core game features/add new plants, zombies or worlds.
Is there an Android/IOS/Linux port of the game?
A: There is currently a fresh Linux port of the game listed on the website. However, you cannot download it on Android/IOS.
How do i spawn gravestones/minecarts/puddles/etc in Sandbox mode?
A: You can't. As of now, you can only spawn potions, plants and zombies in Sandbox mode.
How do i get plants with the purple night background?
A: Those are Epic Quest plants, and can only be obtained through epic quests.
How do i enter an epic quest?
A: Inside of a world, there are often sublevels (ex. 14-1). Upon completing them, a portal will open leading to an Epic Quest.
The audio is really buggy for me, what do i do?
A: There have been numerous attempts to fix it, but if you still have this issue, it may be because of your device specifications.
Is the game a virus? Why is it triggering my firewall?
A: No, the game is not a virus, it triggers the firewall because it doesn't have a license. Just click "Read more" and "Run anyway".
What does the zen garden do?
A: As of now, the Zen Garden does nothing and only exists to obtain marigold (by growing her in zen garden).
Why can i use the powerups/plantfood/maximize my sun for free?
A: Then, the "Cheat" option in the settings is enabled for you. If you want an experience without these cheats, you can turn it off in the settings.
Why are some gem plants not in the shop? How do i get them?
A: Some gem plants can only be bought from the shop after a certain level in some worlds.
Why do some sublevels (ex. 22-1) not have an Epic Quest portal?
A: Those are just extra levels, they wont get you any plants.
Why is Ancient Egypt 25/26 suddenly so hard?
A: Any level after the Zomboss fight is an expansion level. It's recommended to play them later when you have a sufficient amount of different plants.
Will leveling get added?
A: No. Leveling won't be added to Gardendless.
Can Gardendless be played on Mac/Linux?
A: Yes, you can play Gardendless on Mac/Linux using Winebottler or Docker.
How do i get my save data in Gardendless?
A: To get your save data, you have to enter the game, in the main menu, click on your profile (your name), and click the button "Export".
What is the save editor? How do I access it?
A: Save editor lets you change different values in your save file, such as coins, gems or unlocked plants. The save editor is located in the website, in useful tools category.
NOTES
The game has 4 difficulties, A, B, C, D, going in order from A being the hardest to D being the easiest. If the game is weirdly hard for you, it may be because the default difficulty is A.
If a level is missing some features/zomboss, then its because it's not fully developed yet.
Some plants cannot be obtained without cheating right now: Resistant Radish, Heavenly Peach, Floawerpot, Skyshooter, Moonbean, Shooting Starfruit, Dragon Bruit.