Barn Finders: The Pilot

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Barn Finders: The Pilot is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Duality Games and was released on April 28, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

Search for valuables stashed in abandoned barns. Take part in storage auctions, bid high and buy yourself a chance to find exclusive items hidden in the past.

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 241 reviews

humor27 positive mentions

emotional1 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and quirky simulator experience, with enjoyable gameplay mechanics and humorous elements.
Players appreciate the unique concept of scavenging for items in barns and selling them in a pawn shop, which adds a refreshing twist to the genre.
The demo is well-polished for an early version, with smooth mechanics and a charming atmosphere that keeps players engaged.

Controls can be janky and take time to get used to, which may frustrate some players, especially during the tutorial.
The game lacks depth and replayability, with some players feeling that it becomes dull after a short period of play.
There are technical issues, such as bugs and optimization problems, that hinder the overall experience and may need to be addressed in the full release.

humor
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its quirky and lighthearted nature, featuring a mix of absurdity, toilet humor, and redneck comedy that resonates well with players. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke laughter through its unique scavenging mechanics and amusing character interactions, though some note that the humor may not appeal to everyone. Overall, it is described as a fun and entertaining experience that successfully integrates humor into its gameplay.
- “This game will not only have you laughing but feel like you're living within the game itself, lol.”
- “A unique and hilarious take on scavenging, repairing, and selling.”
- “Barn Finders is a humorous game and has some good graphics with smooth mechanics!”
gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
48%
14%
The gameplay is generally praised for its smooth mechanics, enjoyable treasure hunting, and casual accessibility, making it fun for both casual players and fans of the genre. While the game features light haggling and crafting elements, some reviewers noted that certain mechanics feel underdeveloped, and there is a desire for more immersive gameplay options. Overall, the combination of humor, art style, and engaging tasks keeps players interested, though concerns about long-term replayability remain.
- “It was a really fun game; I'm not usually a fan of this genre, but I loved it. My son also played it and loved it too. I can't wait for the next part! The gameplay is really smooth, the tasks aren't annoying, and the finds somehow feel rewarding. It's just really well put together.”
- “I really enjoyed the art style and sound design, and the gameplay was fun and easy to understand.”
- “The game's art style and gameplay were enjoyable and casual-accessible, and I really enjoyed searching areas for hidden 'treasures'.”
- “The gameplay is fine, but whether it has legs over a full-length game is where there's potentially massive downfalls, and basically comes down to what design decisions are being made.”
- “There is some light 'haggling' gameplay with selling things, some mild 'searches' for items to sell from old barns, and exceptionally casual 'crafting' which equals just selling/finding enough things to make enough money to craft shelves, display areas, repair tables, etc.”
- “A few underdeveloped mechanics; the fixing feels a bit too easy and takes me out of the immersion, but I can understand why they do this.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the art style and smooth mechanics, while others criticize the optimization for lower-end systems, leading to significant frame rate drops. Overall, many find the graphics decent but not groundbreaking, with a few noting that they are better than some paid titles, especially considering the game is free. The consensus suggests that while the visuals are satisfactory, there is room for improvement, particularly in performance on less powerful hardware.
- “The gameplay is smooth, had no problems at all, graphics and audio are really good.”
- “I really enjoyed the art style and sound design, and the gameplay was fun and easy to understand.”
- “The graphics are really good and better than some paid games considering this is free!”
- “The graphics on the laptop were horrible, so I kept missing things. Apart from that, good game.”
- “The only things I don't like about this game are the graphics and quick time events.”
- “The graphics are not that good, and it requires a really good and strong graphics card. I have 16 GB of RAM and a 2 GB ATI Radeon graphics card, but the FPS drops significantly when I go outside of the barn. It could be easily optimized for lower-end computers.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players criticizing it for being shallow and lacking depth, while others appreciate its straightforward and humorous narrative. Many users express a desire for more character development and background to enhance the experience, but some enjoy the quirky premise of running a pawn shop and the associated missions. Overall, the story seems to be a point of contention, with opinions ranging from boring to entertaining.
- “More storyline and background would add more depth to the game, with more characters that create memorable scenes or cause trouble.”
- “The story of the game is straightforward and humorous, making it easy to grasp the controls after some practice.”
- “I enjoy the silly storyline and the characters in the game.”
- “More storyline and background are needed to add depth to the game, along with more characters that can create engaging scenes or cause trouble.”
- “Boring story.”
- “0/10 on the story!”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed feedback; while some users report significant FPS drops despite having decent hardware, others find it well-optimized. Many players express a desire for better performance on lower-end systems, suggesting that the game's graphics do not warrant the high demands placed on hardware. Overall, there is a consensus that improvements could be made to enhance performance for less powerful PCs.
- “Fun game, well optimized.”
- “The game runs smoothly on my system, and I appreciate the developers' efforts in optimization.”
- “I hope future updates continue to improve performance for lower-end systems.”
- “The graphics are not that good, yet the game demands a powerful graphics card. I have 16 GB of RAM and a 2 GB ATI Radeon graphics card, but the FPS drops dramatically from 40-50 to 1-5 when I go outside of the barn. It could easily be optimized for lower-end computers with 4 GB of RAM and a 1 GB graphics card. Since this is not an open-world game, it doesn't require extensive rendering, and the graphics aren't high enough to necessitate a GTX with massive VRAM. I just want to ask for better optimization for low-end PCs.”
- “The game requires a strong graphics card despite its mediocre graphics. With 16 GB of RAM and a 2 GB ATI Radeon graphics card, I experience severe FPS drops from 40-50 to 1-5 when exiting the barn. It should be optimized for lower-end systems with 4 GB of RAM and 1 GB of graphics memory. Given that it's not an open-world game, it shouldn't need so much rendering power, and the graphics quality doesn't justify the need for high-end hardware. Better optimization for low-end PCs would be appreciated.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its intriguing and immersive qualities, effectively capturing a sense of nature and humor that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the combination of these elements, which contribute to a compelling and enjoyable environment.
- “I can feel the nature and atmosphere.”
- “Love the concept and the funny stuff in this game, as well as the atmosphere.”
- “It's a damn shame because the concept looked very intriguing and it seems like the game has a nice atmosphere too.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is well-received, fitting seamlessly into the setting and evoking a nostalgic vibe reminiscent of the grunge era, with some users noting similarities to iconic bands like Nirvana. Overall, it enhances the overall experience with its quality and thematic relevance.
- “The music fits right into the setting, enhancing the overall experience with its very good sound.”
- “The music reminds me of that era with nice grungy vibes; I even thought I heard Nirvana's 'Aneurysm'.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized, with users finding the story to be boring and lacking depth, which diminishes the overall emotional engagement.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers emphasize that replayability hinges on the inclusion of random generation and discovery elements, suggesting that the current demo falls short in this regard. However, there is optimism that features like storage auctions could enhance replayability in the final game.
- “The game features a robust random generation system that enhances replayability, offering new experiences each time you play.”
- “The storage auctions have the potential to provide a unique twist, making every playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
- “With its emphasis on discovery and variety, this game ensures that no two sessions are ever the same.”
- “It needs to have some sort of random generation and discovery to allow for replayability, far better than what is shown in the demo, which I think the storage auctions have the potential to provide.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices that would encourage me to replay it; once you've seen everything, there's little incentive to go back.”
- “After completing the game, I found that there was no real reason to play again, as the experience felt too linear and predictable.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the selling aspect enjoyable but note that it can become repetitive due to a lack of options for increasing customer traffic. Suggestions include adding features like purchasing billboards or advertising to enhance the selling experience.
- “The selling aspect is enjoyable, but it can become repetitive. There should be a way to increase customer engagement, such as adding options to buy billboards or run ads to attract more customers.”
- “The monetization system feels overly aggressive, making it difficult to enjoy the game without spending real money.”
- “I find the in-game purchases to be unbalanced, as they create a pay-to-win environment that detracts from the overall experience.”

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Barn Finders: The Pilot is a casual simulation game.

Barn Finders: The Pilot is available on PC and Windows.

Barn Finders: The Pilot was released on April 28, 2020.

Barn Finders: The Pilot was developed by Duality Games.

Barn Finders: The Pilot has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its story.

Barn Finders: The Pilot is a single player game.

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