A New Leaf: Memories

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"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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52%

Audience ScoreBased on 104 reviews

story4 positive mentions

grinding24 negative mentions

The game has a super cute concept and features adorable animals, making it a relaxing experience.
The developers are actively engaged with the community, providing regular updates and addressing feedback.
There is potential for the game to improve significantly as it continues to develop in early access.

The game is plagued with bugs, clunky controls, and lacks intuitive gameplay mechanics, making it frustrating to play.
Many players feel that the game does not deliver on the promises made during its Kickstarter campaign, leading to disappointment.
The overall experience feels empty and unfinished, with limited content and interactions with NPCs.

story
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
83%
8%
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with players noting minimal interaction with NPCs and a repetitive quest structure that feels more like a chore than an immersive experience. Many reviewers express disappointment over the absence of a compelling narrative, stating that NPCs have limited dialogue and the quests primarily consist of mundane fetch tasks. Overall, the story aspect is perceived as underdeveloped, leaving players hoping for future updates to enhance the narrative experience.
- “For a game that I have loved from the first story of the season, I prefer to play the Nintendo games more than this one.”
- “I also really hope that there will be some kind of story added to the game.”
- “One big advantage over other farming games is that the quest line moves you really quickly through upgrades to your farm.”
- “As for story, there isn't one.”
- “There is absolutely zero interactions with NPCs either that I've seen so far, outside of picking up a quest to go find and talk to someone, and no one visits you.”
- “There is zero interaction with other NPCs and they just drop you in with no back story or anything.”
graphics
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
75%
11%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the cute aesthetics and charming artwork, while others criticize the disjointed character locomotion and lagging performance, even on high settings. Overall, the visuals are described as pleasant and suitable for a laid-back farming simulator, but they fall short of the original vision and can feel inconsistent at times.
- “The scenery and artwork are honestly very pretty.”
- “I love the artwork, the graphics, and the movement of the character.”
- “The world feels pleasant and the graphics have a quirky charm.”
- “The graphics (even on the highest setting) were disjointed and lagging.”
- “The graphics are alright and the animals are cute, but other than that, it's just not great.”
- “There were some issues with graphics when the bus came near, or when I was running next to it.”
grinding
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews highlight a mixed experience with grinding in the game, noting that while farming can be enjoyable and the quest line facilitates quick upgrades, the controls and grid editing for farming are clunky and unintuitive. Some players appreciate the cozy aesthetic and simplicity, but many express frustration with the lack of depth and the overall execution of the farming mechanics. Overall, the game appeals to those who enjoy laid-back farming sims, despite its shortcomings.
- “Farming is awful.”
- “- trying to create a new patch of farming ground feels like trying to remove a tumor in an awake patient's body.”
- “For $15, sure, it is very simple; farming is fun, taming animals is fun, but there is no depth to it at all.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
Gameplay has seen minimal improvement since the alpha stage, with only minor bug fixes and quality of life updates, and in some cases, it has even deteriorated. Players note that while the game runs smoothly if they are patient with animations, the controls can feel clunky, particularly for those seeking a more fast-paced experience. Additionally, issues with the co-op system, such as limitations on certain actions, further detract from the overall gameplay experience.
- “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.”
- “I would definitely like to play again later on when the game is more developed and the features have improved for better gameplay.”
- “As a KS backer, I have played since alpha and there has been little to no improvement in the gameplay outside of a handful of bug fixes and some attempts at quality of life updates. In some cases, it actually got worse after some updates.”
- “The co-op gameplay system also 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.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
50%
The music in the game is generally described as decent, contributing positively to the overall experience. 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 in a crowded market of similar games.
- “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.”
- “None of my problems with the game have changed, and I know it's in early access, so it has room for improvement. However, I just bought Chill Town, and I am so tired of this repetitive music in these 'cozy' marketing genre games.”
- “I find the music in this game to be incredibly monotonous. It feels like the same tune is playing on a loop, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The soundtrack lacks variety and fails to create an immersive atmosphere. It feels more like background noise than a complement to the gameplay.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is significantly compromised, with numerous bugs and unclear progression information reported by users. Additionally, the transition to a smaller development team due to funding issues has resulted in missing content that was initially available, further detracting from the overall experience.
- “There are several issues: 1 - it is super buggy 2 - so much of the info is unclear as to what you need to do to progress 3 - because the original programmers who held the Kickstarter funds bailed and a smaller group took over, they don't have the full funds to make the game the way it was intended and it shows in the missing items that seemed to be available to people who started the game sooner.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as a cash grab, with users feeling that it prioritizes profit over quality, resulting in an unfinished experience lacking meaningful content and engagement. The game appears to attract players with its aesthetic but fails to deliver substantial gameplay, leading to disappointment.
- “The game feels like a cash grab, rushing into the cozy genre and producing an unfinished sandbox that looks cute just to attract Steam users.”
- “There are hardly any NPCs or quests once you begin, making it feel like a shallow experience designed solely for monetization.”
- “The lack of content and reliance on optional tasks make it seem like the developers are more interested in making money than providing a fulfilling game.”
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.”