The Best Farming Games - Page 5

Update : Wanderstop added at rank #27.
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Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town (2021)

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Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town is a continuation of the beloved Story of Seasons franchise, a game series where you become the brand new arrival to your grandfather's dishevelled farm, and work to restore it to greatness while building up Olive Town. This charming and calming game provides escapism and relaxation as you explore resource gathering, farming, building, and social interaction.


What we like:
  • Light on stress
  • Captures the Iyashikei 'slice-of-life genre
  • Allows for crafting and cooking
  • Romance characters regardless of gender
  • Mysteries to explore
What could be improved:
  • Loading times can be frustrating
  • Inventory juggling may be required
  • Some tasks may take weeks in-game time

  • farming

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Fae Farm (2023)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X Xbox One Playstation 5 Playstation 4 PC Windows

Embark on a magical journey in Fae Farm, a charming life sim where you can cultivate your farm, craft items, and cast spells. Meet adorable characters, build relationships, and uncover the mysteries of the enchanted Azoria. Whether you're crafting, cooking, or exploring, magic infuses every aspect of your adventure. Play solo or with friends and let the magic of Fae Farm captivate you!


What we like:
  • Enchanting world with a magical twist
  • Engaging crafting and farming mechanics
  • Character-level powerups and progression
  • Smart convenience features
  • Co-op multiplayer mode
What could be improved:
  • Uninspiring and repetitive NPC dialogues
  • Lacking friendship/relationship system

  • farming
  • simulation
  • dungeon

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Rune Factory 3 Special (2023)

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ds Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Unravel the secrets of your amnesia in Rune Factory 3 Special! Experience an unforgettable adventure, mastering weapons, recruiting allies, and exploring dangerous dungeons. Find solace in farming and fishing, and let love blossom with 11 lovely bachelorettes. Immerse yourself in a lively fantasy town with a captivating cast of characters, all in an upgraded, nostalgic visual style.


What we like:
  • Engaging fantasy-themed farming simulation
  • Memorable characters and romance system
  • Variety of activities contributing to progress
  • Enhanced visuals and music
  • Unique ability to transform into a monster for battles
What could be improved:
  • Combat system can be frustrating
  • User interface could be better
  • Some changes to original game elements may disappoint fans
  • Lack of post-game content

  • farming
  • dungeon
  • rpg
  • simulation

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Epic Chef (2021)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch Xbox One Playstation 4

Epic Chef is a third-person life sim game that takes you on a narrative-focused crafting adventure. Follow Zest, a guy who stows away aboard a ship to get to new lands and gets embroiled in events surrounding the Culinarim. Enjoy the humorous script, simple graphics with plenty of personality, and deep cooking minigame.


What we like:
  • Humorous script with laugh-out-loud jokes
  • Simple graphics with plenty of personality
  • Deep cooking minigame with elements of planning and depth
What could be improved:
  • Tedious gameplay with slow pacing
  • Grinding for element bonuses to level up for more synergies required
  • No manual save feature

  • farming
  • simulation
  • cooking
  • crafting
  • story
  • life
  • life-sim
  • funny
  • comedy
  • cartoony
  • immersive

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Ooblets (2023)

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Xbox One Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Ooblets is a charming and addictive farming simulator where you can collect cute creatures called ooblets and engage in dance battles. The unique gameplay mechanics of turn-based card combat complement the sim-style gameplay nicely. Explore the island of Badgetown, sell produce, and upgrade the town with a wishy well.


What we like:
  • Relaxing and casual experience with no time constraints
  • Exciting and quirky story with political commentary
  • Unique gameplay mechanics with turn-based card combat
  • Charming art style and delightful color palettes
  • Great soundtrack that fits the tone of the game
What could be improved:
  • Some battles are not challenging and the AI seems lacking
  • Ooblet collecting is not as detailed as in Pokemon

  • farming
  • card
  • battle

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Paleo Pines (2023)

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Xbox One Linux PC Windows Playstation 5 Xbox Series X/s Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch

Step into Paleo Pines, where dinosaurs roam and adventure beckons! Befriend prehistoric pals, cultivate your farm with dino helpers, and unravel island mysteries. With a vibrant world and unique dino interactions, it's a farming fantasy where history meets harmony.


What we like:
  • Unique dinosaur befriending mechanics
  • Vibrant and charming art style
  • Engaging exploration and collection gameplay
  • Dinosaurs assist with farming tasks
  • Relaxing and cozy atmosphere
What could be improved:
  • Early game can be confusing with little guidance
  • Repetitive quests and interactions
  • Some areas lack polish and depth

  • farming
  • dinosaurs
  • simulation

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Harvestella (2022)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Harvestella combines farming and RPG elements to create a unique and enjoyable experience. You can renovate your land, raise animals, craft, cook, fish, and sell wares all while fighting through large dungeons by switching between your jobs with new abilities. The game features an intriguing story with Final Fantasy-like characters and plot twists. However, there are moments, side quests, and plot arcs that feel extraneous. Despite these flaws, Harvestella's art direction is impeccable and the game provides a rich and rewarding experience that makes it stand out in the genre.

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What we like:
  • Streamlined and enjoyable farming experience
  • Fun and intuitive combat system
  • High-quality cast of characters and narrative
  • Beautiful art direction and soundtrack
  • Good set of gameplay mechanics and activities
What could be improved:
  • Certain moments, side quests and plot arcs that seem to fit poorly into the overall picture
  • Combat system relies on access to a broad range of jobs that takes time to unlock
  • Relatively few, but large dungeons

  • farming
  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • dungeon
  • simulation

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Story of Seasons: A Wonderful Life (2023)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X/s Xbox Series X Playstation 5 PC Windows

Embark on a heartwarming journey in STORY OF SEASONS: A Wonderful Life. Create your dream farm, raise adorable animals, and form deep connections with the charming residents. Experience the joy of watching your character and their family grow in this beautifully reimagined classic farming game. Feel the nostalgia, enjoy the diversity, and escape reality in this endearing farm sim.


What we like:
  • Wholesome and well thought out gameplay
  • Non-binary gender options and same-sex marriage
  • Characters age and change over time
  • Enhanced graphics and controls
  • Unique and addictive farm simulation
What could be improved:
  • Feels less populated than the original
  • Some glitches and clunky mechanics
  • Dialogue doesn't update after certain years
  • Limited storyline in later chapters

  • farming

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Potion Permit (2022)

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Xbox One Mac OS IOS iPhone Android Xbox Series X PC Windows Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch

Potion Permit is a new roleplaying farming simulator from MassHive Media, a relatively new studio. You play as a chemist instead of a farmer and explore the areas around town to find ingredients to make medicine and treat villagers. The game offers stunning pixel-based graphics, unique characters with their own quests and cutscenes, mini-games, and more. It's the perfect game for any wholesome game or farm simulator enthusiast.


What we like:
  • Unique setting as a chemist
  • Stunning pixel-based graphics
  • Unique characters with their own quests and cutscenes
  • Mini-games
  • Teleport feature with no unlocking required
What could be improved:
  • Keyboard layout designed for gamepad can be awkward at times
  • Lack of seasons or weather systems

  • simulation
  • farming
  • rpg
  • japanese
  • sims
  • crafting
  • pixel
  • romance
  • cozy
  • local
  • wholesome
  • open-ended
  • rhythm
  • jrpg
  • fishing

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Kitaria Fables (2021)

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Playstation 5 Xbox Series X Xbox One Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 PC Windows

Embark on a whimsical adventure in Kitaria Fables, an RPG filled with charming animal characters, engaging quests, and real-time combat. Tend to your farm, craft potent weapons, and uncover the mysteries threatening the land of Canodiera. Whether you're battling foes or building relationships with friendly locals, Kitaria Fables offers a delightful blend of action and relaxation.


What we like:
  • Cute and engaging art style
  • Dynamic combat system
  • Engrossing storyline
  • Relaxing farming and crafting gameplay
  • Local co-op option
What could be improved:
  • Repetitive and grindy gameplay
  • Limited and clunky farming mechanics
  • Confusing navigation system

  • farming
  • rpg
  • cooperative
  • cute

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