Animal Village: Forest Ranch

"Animal Village: Forest Ranch" is a single-player simulation game with good graphics that allows you to enjoy the village life and manage a forest zoo. Merge and care for various pets while experiencing cute animal farm games. However, be prepared for the presence of annoying ads. Immerse yourself in this virtual animal sanctuary and become a part of the friendly forest community.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 822 reviews

graphics7 positive mentions

monetization16 negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, with cute graphics and engaging gameplay.
Players appreciate the variety of tasks and the ability to play offline.
Many users enjoy the nostalgic feel of the game, reminiscent of earlier titles like Wonder Wood.

The game frequently crashes and does not save progress, leading to frustration among players.
There are complaints about the high frequency of ads and the requirement to pay for additional features, such as extra gnome workers.
Players find the game overwhelming due to the rapid pace of tasks and the need for constant attention to manage resources.

monetization
17 mentions
18 % positive mentions
-12 % neutral mentions
94 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has received significant criticism due to the overwhelming number of forced pop-up ads, which disrupt gameplay and require frequent reloading and logging in. While players understand the need for ads, many find them excessively intrusive, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game. Additionally, there are complaints about the necessity to watch ads for in-game rewards and the high cost of in-app purchases, leading to a frustrating experience for users.
- “All other in-app purchases I've made showed up immediately.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel exploitative.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers plenty of free content alongside optional purchases.”
- “The forced ads with a loud noise and no option to delete it is horrible; it invades your peace.”
- “I understand the need for ads and usually they don't bother me, but there is almost one every time I complete a task.”
- “Have never played a game with so many pop-up ads.”
graphics
10 mentions
70 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the cute and colorful art style reminiscent of titles like "Viva Pinata" and "Happy Ranch," while others criticize the quality and design of the animals as unappealing. Overall, many users find the graphics enjoyable and fitting for the gameplay, despite some inconsistencies with expectations based on promotional images.
- “Love it! What I really love about it is its free, we can play offline, nice graphics, great concept and it didn't take too long to upgrade, production, build like waiting for hours in order to complete tasks. We can enjoy playing, thank you for that! 💓💓💓”
- “Cute graphics remind me of Viva Piñata, love it!”
- “Mean as game, thank you! Recommend my friends to download it, love it! Very cool graphics, reminds me of Happy Ranch, thanks guys! :-)”
- “I do not like the animals because they are not good looking and are large in size; the graphics are also very bad.”
stability
6 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent crashes, glitches, and freezing problems reported by users. Many players experience interruptions that require them to restart the game, particularly after updates. Despite its enjoyable gameplay, these stability concerns detract from the overall experience.
- “Ever since I updated, the game opens, freezes, and then closes, making it unplayable.”
- “A great game, but it freezes and crashes often.”
- “Goes to the title screen and freezes my screen, forcing me to turn it off.”
story
5 mentions
20 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it lacking coherence and depth, while others appreciate its charm. Many users express frustration over unclear objectives and a lack of meaningful choices in the narrative. Overall, the storytelling appears to be a weak point, with players feeling disconnected from the plot.
- “Super nice story.”
- “No storyline, doesn't make sense.”
- “I planted the daisies for the worms, and it tells me I have no active missions, but there's an arrow still pointing at the book.”
- “And also the place gets too messy because they lay eggs too much, and you don't choose the story; the gnome does.”
gameplay
3 mentions
33 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a solid foundation with familiar mechanics, but the tutorial is criticized for being overly lengthy and lacking progression, leaving players uncertain about the game's mechanics. Additionally, the simple AI of the critters enhances immersion by making interactions feel more organic.
- “It still has the same basics of gameplay, which is great.”
- “The tutorial never ends or progresses, leaving you guessing about the mechanics of the game.”
- “The critters' AI is simple but works to give a natural feel to the game, so feeding them doesn't feel mechanical.”
humor
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing portrayal of animals and clever naming choices, which elicit laughter from players. Users appreciate the lighthearted and entertaining elements, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience. Overall, the comedic aspects are a significant draw for players.
- “I like this game, but the animals in the game are all so funny. I really enjoyed this game, and if anybody downloads it, they will continue playing for a long time. This is the best game for me.”
- “Has anybody else noticed the inappropriate names and pictures? I couldn't stop laughing.”
- “Funny kids.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, despite enjoying activities like building villages and farming.
- “Very, very tedious!”
emotional
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be both awesome and heart-touching, highlighting its strong emotional impact.
- “This is an awesome and heart-touching game.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters truly resonated with me.”
- “I felt a strong connection to the story, and it left me in tears.”
music
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users praise the music aspect of the game, highlighting it as an excellent music player that enhances their overall experience.
- “The music in this game is absolutely fantastic; it really enhances the overall experience.”
- “I love the soundtrack; it perfectly complements the gameplay and keeps me engaged.”
- “The variety of music tracks is impressive, and each one adds a unique vibe to the game.”