A New Leaf: Memories

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A New Leaf: Memories is a single player and multiplayer casual simulation game. It was developed by Hidden Tower Studios and was released on April 16, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"A New Leaf: Memories" is a farming simulation game where players are given a small plot of land to transform and manage into their own unique farm. The game offers various activities such as cooking, mining, and fishing, which provide opportunities for players to gather resources, craft tools, and discover recipes. With its non-linear gameplay, players have the freedom to choose the life they want, making each playthrough a unique experience.

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Audience ScoreBased on 84 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

grinding18 negative mentions

The game has a cozy and cute atmosphere, with charming graphics and character customization options.
Developers are responsive and actively working on updates, addressing bugs and incorporating player feedback.
Gameplay is enjoyable and relaxing, with fun mechanics like fishing and farming, despite being in early access.

Controls are clunky and unresponsive, making tasks like farming and character customization frustrating.
The game feels empty and lacks meaningful interactions with NPCs, leading to a dull experience.
There are numerous bugs and quality of life issues that detract from the overall gameplay experience.

story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
76%
12%
The game's story is criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with players noting minimal interaction with NPCs and a complete absence of backstory. The quest system primarily consists of repetitive fetch quests, which can become tedious, although some players appreciate the streamlined progression through farm upgrades. Overall, many hope for a more compelling narrative to enhance the experience.
- “One big advantage over other farming games is that the quest line moves you really quickly through upgrades to your farm.”
- “As part of the quest line, you get a large warehouse long before you need it, and you never have to clutter up your farm with a bunch of chests.”
- “I'm not overburdened with quests - they trickle in and I need to search/check NPCs to find more.”
- “There is zero interaction with other NPCs and they just drop you in with no backstory or anything.”
- “Invisible walls, the beach is barely colored and looks white, hardly any NPCs, no quests once you begin (an optional task board doesn't count) just feels honestly like a sh*t cash grab rushing into the cozy genre and producing an unfinished sandbox that looks cute to suck Steam users in.”
- “I also really hope that there will be some kind of story added to the game.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
63%
16%
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the charming, quirky art style and pleasant atmosphere, particularly in the context of a laid-back farming simulator. However, some users report technical issues, such as disjointed visuals and lag, even on high settings, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, while the graphics appeal to fans of cartoonish aesthetics, they may not meet the expectations of all players.
- “I love the artwork, the graphics, and the movement of the character.”
- “The world feels pleasant and the graphics have a quirky charm.”
- “I haven't played for long, but I really like the atmosphere and graphics.”
- “There were some issues with graphics when the bus came near, or when I was running next to it.”
- “Graphics aren't that good.”
- “The graphics (even on the highest setting) were disjointed and lagging.”
grinding
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is generally viewed as tedious, particularly when it comes to creating new farming patches, which some players liken to a painful experience. However, the game offers a faster-paced quest line that allows for quicker upgrades compared to other farming titles, making it more appealing for those who enjoy a laid-back, cozy farming simulator. While the farming mechanics are fun and the game is visually charming, players note a lack of depth in gameplay.
- “Trying to create a new patch of farming ground feels like trying to remove a tumor in an awake patient's body.”
- “Farming is awful.”
- “For $15, sure, it is very simple; farming is fun, taming animals is fun, but there is no depth to it at all.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
28%
27%
Gameplay is characterized by a slow-paced, co-op system that may frustrate players seeking fast action, with issues like clunky controls and animation interruptions. While the mechanics encourage level progression and the stamina system is appreciated, the overall experience feels incomplete, prompting some users to express a desire for future improvements.
- “As long as I wait patiently for every animation to end, my gameplay is smooth. At the beginning, I tried to shortcut (interrupt animations) and the controls felt clunky, but that was me - the impatient gamer.”
- “No toll upgrade yet, but the stamina mechanic is very nice and encourages level progression.”
- “The co-op gameplay system has problems, such as not being able to water plants.”
- “This game definitely isn't for you if you like fast-paced gameplay that gets your heart racing.”
- “I would definitely like to play again later on when the game is more developed and the features have improved for better gameplay.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
15%
14%
The music in the game is generally described as decent, complementing the art style effectively. However, some players express fatigue with the repetitive nature of music in the "cozy" genre, indicating a desire for more variety. Overall, while the music is appreciated, it may not stand out significantly in the current early access version.
- “I like the graphics, the music - 3 hair fashions to choose from are enough for me - and any serious farmgirl would prefer an overall over high heels, sandals, skirts, frills, makeup and whatnots, or not?”
- “Good: art and music is decent.”
- “Good: art, music is decent, and mechanics are a little too slow but decent.”
- “None of my problems with the game have changed, and I know it's in early access so it has room for change... but I also just bought Chill Town and I am so tired of this song and dance with these 'cozy as a marketing genre' games.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as a cash grab, with reviewers feeling that it prioritizes profit over quality, resulting in an unfinished experience lacking meaningful content and engagement.
- “The game feels like a cash grab, rushing into the cozy genre and producing an unfinished sandbox that looks cute to lure Steam users in.”
- “There are hardly any NPCs or quests once you begin, making it feel like a shallow experience designed to extract money rather than provide meaningful content.”
- “The monetization strategy is evident, as the game lacks depth and seems more focused on profit than delivering a quality experience.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is significantly compromised by numerous bugs and unclear progression mechanics, which are attributed to a change in development teams after the Kickstarter campaign. This transition has resulted in missing content and features that were initially promised, further detracting from the overall experience.
- “The game is incredibly buggy, making it difficult to enjoy the experience.”
- “There is a lack of clarity in the information provided, leaving players confused about how to progress.”
- “It’s evident that the game suffers from a lack of funding and resources, which has resulted in missing features that were promised.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players consistently praise the game's atmosphere and graphics, highlighting their immersive quality and overall appeal.
- “I haven't played for long, but I really like the atmosphere and graphics.”