Garten of Banban 3 is a pivotal chapter that bridges the early mystery with the later, more expansive world-building of the franchise. As an expert in horror games, I found the introduction of the 'stinger' mechanic and the character Stinger Flynn to be a standout moment. The game shifts its tone slightly, becoming more of an adventure-horror as you meet 'friendly' characters who are just as unsettling as the hostile ones.
The puzzles in this installment are more diverse, often requiring you to interact with the environment in non-linear ways. The visual style continues to lean into the 'low-fi' aesthetic that has become the series' trademark, creating a unique sense of dread that is both nostalgic and modern. It’s a chapter that focuses on character interaction and lore, providing a breather between the more action-heavy sections of other chapters. For those invested in the characters and the 'why' behind the kindergarten's fall, this is an essential piece of the puzzle.
Back when this was first coming out, there was a sliver of hope that the series might find its footing. Garten of Banban 3 is arguably the 'peak' of the early games, but that's a very low bar. It’s slightly longer and tries to implement more complex room designs, but it’s still plagued by the same clunky controls and lackluster horror tropes. I’ve seen scarier things in a grocery store checkout line.
The gameplay loop of 'enter room, push button, get jump-scared' is tiresome. It lacks the polish of a professional studio, and while I respect the hustle of indie devs, as a consumer, I'm looking for value. It's essentially a lore-delivery vehicle for children who like to watch 'theory' videos. For a serious gamer, it’s a forgettable afternoon at best.
Performance: Basic Unity engine performance; occasional clipping issues with the floor and walls.
Buy if: You are following the story and want the most substantial chapter of the first three.
Skip if: You are older than 12 and expect a refined horror experience.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 1.1Thu May 18 2023
- Fixed Stinger Flynn sequence crash.
- Fixed notes issue.
Languages available:
- English
- Spanish
- Portuguese
- Russian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Chinese
- German
- Polish
- Turkish
- Indonesian
- French
- Italian
Embrace the horrors of Banban’s Kindergarten. Delve even deeper into the depths of the establishment that was left suspiciously empty. Try to survive the unexpected residents and continue the search for your child…
Explore further into the depths of Banban’s Kindergarten:
The depths of the mysterious establishment that is Banban’s Kindergarten turned out to be much bigger than anyone could have thought, with many floors having been built underneath the seemingly innocent Kindergarten explored in the first game. With friends being present at every turn, you have no choice but to continue delving deeper into the place in hopes of finding your child.
Turns out making friends is not that easy!
Despite the number of opportunities you have had to make friends, you still fail every time. But with you delving even deeper into the establishment, perhaps you will find more success down in the lower levels. In Banban’s Kindergarten, there are friends to be made in every corner!
Requires iOS 14.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.Languages available:
- English
- Spanish
- Portuguese
- Russian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Chinese
- German
- Polish
- Turkish
- Indonesian
- French
- Italian
Embrace the horrors of Banban’s Kindergarten. Delve even deeper into the depths of the establishment that was left suspiciously empty. Try to survive the unexpected residents and continue the search for your child…
Explore further into the depths of Banban’s Kindergarten:
The depths of the mysterious establishment that is Banban’s Kindergarten turned out to be much bigger than anyone could have thought, with many floors having been built underneath the seemingly innocent Kindergarten explored in the first game. With friends being present at every turn, you have no choice but to continue delving deeper into the place in hopes of finding your child.
Turns out making friends is not that easy!
Despite the number of opportunities you have had to make friends, you still fail every time. But with you delving even deeper into the establishment, perhaps you will find more success down in the lower levels. In Banban’s Kindergarten, there are friends to be made in every corner!












Garten of Banban 3 takes you even further into the facility. After surviving the first two levels, you now find yourself in a part of the kindergarten where you aren't the only one trying to survive. Meet new 'allies' and face new enemies as you continue your search for your child. With expanded puzzle-solving and even weirder Mascot encounters, the mystery of Banban's Kindergarten only gets stranger.
New 'Survivor' Mascots
Surreal Dream Sequence Mechanics
More Interactive Environments
Deepening Character Lore
During Stinger Flynn's dream sequences, focus on following his specific instructions. Failure to do so will result in an immediate reset of the sequence. It's more of a rhythm and memory task than a typical puzzle.
Deep dive into the lore that the game fails to explain clearly.
In this chapter, you'll need to help certain mascots to progress. This often involves finding items in other rooms and bringing them back, so thorough exploration is rewarded.
Yes, Garten of Banban 3 features more complex areas and a longer overall playtime than Chapters 1 and 2.