Pumpkin Days
UPDATE at 852 hours of Play:
The game is no longer early access, and I’m still enjoying it. It’s complete with dating and marriage implemented for the three main towns and the small island community. Harvesting has been improved and mass planting is now available. Crafting, cooking, farming, fishing and bug-hunting are all complete and included, and the museum is fully completable. I’ve spent hours exploring the different paths you can take to defeating the main enemy of the island’s happiness and environment, and getting to know the NPCs - and I know I have many more hours yet to go. I still recommend this game :-)
– Real player with 860.8 hrs in game
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I’m always lazy to write reviews, and frankly after gamers started caring more about eye candies and online multiplayer than old fashioned content and game humor (to… you know… entertain… rather than walk around the world looking for possible ant animations on the grass…) I have a really hard time finding a game that doesn’t bore me after the 10th enemy is down. So it really is something when I decide to use my precious time on a game review… or any review for that matter.
It saddens me to read so many bad reviews on this game, and so I feel the need to do something about it. Issue 1: the controls… I am aware that there are many people in the world with disabilities that might prevent them from enjoying the chosen base controls or even require a whole different option. My opinion is not meant to diminish their needs. However, from my perspective, a regular person with no such restrictions should be more than able to handle these controls. I have absolutely no issue with them! Certainly at first it wasn’t perfect, but recently a sensitivity slider has been added that worked wonders for me and I no longer have a single thing to complain about it. Also, the devs are working hard to provide another option for those who do need it.
– Real player with 573.1 hrs in game
Alchemy Story
I was a backer for this game early on, I had high hopes for it back then and if anything my hopes for it now are even higher. Yes it’s early access, so as such it has some minor bugs/glitches and in the beginning you may find yourself wandering aimlessly. But this game is pure relaxation.. and really, isn’t that why most people purchase and play these sorts of games? The art is charming and beyond cute. The characters so far show promise in terms of personality. There’s a lot of things to do, upgrade, brew and purchase considering how early on in development this game still is.
– Real player with 40.2 hrs in game
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So far I find this game constantly trying to kill me with its overabundance of cuteness. If I had to describe this game, it would be the Arcane magic version of My Time at Portia (Magic instead of Engineering), with the small town aesthetic of Stardew Valley, with a super cute Harvest Moon/Animal Crossing art style. As the game is in early access, this review may not always be up to date, but I’ll update when needed for new viewers.
Pros:
The inventory system is pretty easy to get used to and best of all no limits to weight or stack, to my knowledge
– Real player with 28.6 hrs in game
Fantasy Farming: Orange Season
I played 35 hours of this game in the last 5 days. I’m hooked.
There’s a severe lack of guides and information on some of the game’s aspects but the Developer and the small but loyal community are quick to respond to players' inquiries which is nice to see. There’s also a lot of carry-over knowledge for people like me who have played a lot of farming games.
Hopefully new art gets put into the game soon. The lack of portraits on some characters is a bit disorienting and ruins the immersion.
Music is great and simple. Art style is nice and pleasing. Story is there but needs to be expounded on. The dating aspect is also begging to be updated as, from what the Wiki provides, each candidate only has one romantic heart-event.
– Real player with 59.1 hrs in game
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The developer was gracious enough to provide players with a demo with which you can play until Summer. I strongly recommend any fan of agricultural/farming games to try this beautiful and enchanting game.
I played the demo and loved the experience, the graphics are beautiful, the farming experience is there and I will add on this as I progress through the seasons.
One important thing I want to underline is that the game is in Early Access, things can and will change so please take that into account before deciding to take the plunge, things such as townspeople story events don’t seem fleshed out yet, we are expecting cooking to be introduced and a major update for the animals. Again, try the demo and ask questions, the developer is like a mother hen on the forums ^^
– Real player with 53.5 hrs in game
World’s Dawn
Put on a bikini top and went outside and everyone found it offensive!
At one time i got bored and i was like fakku with the clothes and went on outside with the bikini top on a hot day and everyone was like uhhhh looks like you got wrong side of the bed today! man that was funny in the game! the game surprises you with so many bits at unexpected times.
Now to the overall review: first of all i’d like to say that I have not played stardew valley, I heard its quite simillar to this so i cannot do a comparision. But with the time i had with the game it was pretty amazing and enjoyable. It’s very casual but you are under the clock so it’s half time management and half farming simulator. The story is about you who come from nowhere with a cute doggie, a man named paxel (a very harsh NPC). He brings you to a very beautiful village for a new start. The village has a rough history where there’s no rain and no crops can grow, with the power of appeasing the guardian deities of the village, it’s your job to restore the village and bring back the villages who left.
– Real player with 58.0 hrs in game
Now that I have completed the first year of this game and effectively achieved the “ending”, I feel as though I’m qualified enough to write a comprehensive review. So, I’ll start with the pros and cons.
Pros:
⚘ Cute, homey pixel art befitting of a down-to-Earth farming game such as this one. Dynamic and detailed scenery that changes based on season and time of day.
⚘ Plenty of diverse characters to make the town feel alive.
⚘ Many upgrades and secrets to be had in this game. House, barn, and tool upgrades to make your life a lot easier. Secrets that can enhance your experience and provide you with new information about the world.
– Real player with 42.8 hrs in game
Killer Gin
a few minor bugs so far, but that is expected of course. worth a buy
– Real player with 96.4 hrs in game
One thing is for certain : This game has the most features I’ve seen implemented in a RPGmaker game both in and out of combat.
– Real player with 45.0 hrs in game
Moonlight In Garland
Moonlight in Garland is a cozy, open-ended, life-sim that sees you making a life in the bustling metropolis of Garland. Find an apartment and make it perfectly yours, befriend your neighbours, grow your garden, solve community problems and experience all the weirdly wonderful stuff that city living offers.
Of course, city life isn’t all farmers markets and fancy coffee. Will you step in to stop the heritage building from being torn down and preserve a piece of history? Build a sense of community so more residents will stick around? Figure out which Jerk is stealing packages from the mail room? Be swept up in a whirlwind romance along the way?
Find your feet, make a positive impact and live your best life in Garland!
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Move in! - Each apartment has unique challenges and community projects. (1/4 buildings currently available)
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Explore the city! - Complete 6 mini welcome quests over 5 suburbs.
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Daily tasks - Run errands, recycle trash and clean up graffiti.
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Find friends or romance - 22 NPCs with 2 full friendship levels of dialogue.
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Friendship events - Deepen your relationships with narrative cutscenes and mini quests. (2 currently available)
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Building Upgrades - Cedar Court Lobby upgrade currently available.
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Gardening - Get your green thumb ready!
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Animal Photos - Take photos of local wildlife for your diary, that seagull is just walking around like he owns the place.
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Manage your time and energy - Keep an eye on your physical and mental energy to make sure you can hit your goals.
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Character customization - Be yourself or someone else!
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Also… - Shop, clean up the city, and lots more.
And coming soon… Part time jobs, mini games, marriage, crafting, calendar events, more apartment and garden upgrades, mysteries, and more!
A solo dev project by Violet.
Verdant Skies
I don’t know how to put my feelings into words right now. I found this verdant little gem by chance as I browsed YouTube. One immediate bonus I noticed was that it looked like games I love such as Stardew Valley while containing its own unique flair. I’ve adored laid-back little games like this since I was a teenager and got hooked on Harvest Moon: Magical Melody. Beyond the initial premise, one thing reeled me in, making me seriously consider purchasing the game. Rosie. My first reaction was “Wow, a blind mechanical engineer? AWESOME!!!” Finally, a character in a video game of my preferred genre that I can relate to! That’s not because she’s a mechanical engineer, but because she’s blind. Although not completely blind, I do have a moderate visual impairment which can make some games a bit tricky. This ties into the second reason I purchased this game. Everything looked so big and vibrant, easy to do and easy to find. It’s for this reason that I purchased this as my end-of-semester present rather than Kynseed, (though I intend to buy that later). Naturally, I was nervous sinking $20 into a game I’d found on YouTube of all places. However, I am happy to inform whoever is reading this that this game does NOT disappoint!
– Real player with 65.5 hrs in game
Really, really wish Steam would allow “Neutral” or “Informational” reviews.
Verdant Skies is a really interesting game that’s actually not that good but I put 30 hours into it anyway for a few reasons. The gameplay is really pretty shitty but it has some wonderful ideas and mechanisms and perhaps most importantly for my typical reader, it’s really committed to making a farm sim that goes above and beyond in terms of race and gender. If those things are important to you this is definitely worth checking out, but if you need high polish and deep gameplay first and foremost it’s probably not for you.
– Real player with 31.3 hrs in game
STORY OF SEASONS: Friends of Mineral Town
Fun & relaxing, a good remake, and easier.
– Real player with 619.6 hrs in game
Quite faithful to the gba game (itself being a port of the psx game)
But i think its a missed opportunity to include many features that are done better in the psx game. eg. No greenhouse, no fish breeding, no rival marriage, no farm evaluation.
– Real player with 81.7 hrs in game
Veil of Dust: A Homesteading Game
Veil of Dust: A Homesteading Game is a historically-grounded fantasy homesteading game about finding your way after loss. Accompany the Callahan Siblings, Shane and Áine, as they learn to cope in the wake of the complete upset of their lives - journey through magic, intrigue and small-town politics to resolve the sudden appearance of dangerous, magical beasts.
Release plan : Beta test early development [✓] – 2-3 hour demo of game so far [✓] – Interactions on feedback from the demo [] – Early Access version [] – Full Game []
Farm, Forage, & Hunt to Survive
Living in the desert isn’t easy, but the magical abilities that force the protagonists to isolate themselves also helps them make the most of the environment. Farm, forage, and hunt to scrape by in the sparse desert of Eastern Oregon.
Unravel a Mystery
Guide Shane and Áine through the twists and turns of their search for answers about the monster attacks that threaten their fragile livelihood. Where will this undertaking lead these unlikely adventurers?
Forge Relationships
Survival isn’t just about finding food and shelter. It’s also about making life worth living. The support and attention of loved ones, romantic and otherwise, will bolster your spirit and give you strength.
Fight & Prevail
A homesteader isn’t usually well-equipped for armed struggle, but desperate times call for desperate measures. Stand shoulder-to-shoulder with your sibling to defend your homestead against magical monsters.
Cook & Craft
Frontier cuisine is more about filling bellies than making an impression - scrape together what you can to conquer scarcity. Overcome challenges with tools and handicrafts that you create.
Sex Robot Road Trip: Highway to Harrisburg
This game’s writing is hilarious, and I thoroughly enjoyed every second of it. Excellent stuff for showing your friends out-of-context screenshots (although context doesn’t make it any less ridiculous). I would really love to study the writer’s brain to see how they came up with some of those gags. And I hope Prince Harry doesn’t sue them for defamation.
If you’ve scrolled this far, gorgeous graphics probably aren’t that important to you, so I won’t go into much detail about that here. The simple style is very expressive and enhances some of the visual gags, so I’d say it’s not too bad once you get used to it.
– Real player with 1.7 hrs in game