Big Farm: Mobile Harvest
- October 25, 2017
- Goodgame Studios
- 23h median play time
Big Farm: Mobile Harvest is a Simulation game that offers fabulous gameplay, beautiful visuals, and a good soundtrack. As a farmer, grow plants, feed animals, and build in a farming simulator while enjoying plenty of humor, but be prepared for lots of grinding PAUSED by ads and numerous bugs. Become a farmer and build your dream big farm while overcoming challenges and creating a prosperous community.
Reviews
- The game is fun and engaging, with a variety of tasks and challenges to keep players entertained.
- The graphics are colorful and appealing, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- The cooperative aspect allows players to connect and work together, fostering a sense of community.
- Frequent updates often lead to bugs and connectivity issues, making the game frustrating to play.
- The cost of expansions and upgrades increases significantly at higher levels, making it difficult for players to progress without spending real money.
- The game is filled with ads, which can interrupt gameplay and detract from the overall experience.
- monetization605 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 7 % neutral mentions
- 91 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay and often lead to crashes or unwanted redirects. Many users feel that the game heavily pushes in-app purchases, making it difficult to progress without spending real money, and some have reported inappropriate ads appearing in a game they consider family-friendly. Overall, while some players acknowledge the need for ads to support a free-to-play model, the intrusive nature and frequency of these ads have significantly detracted from their enjoyment of the game.
“It's a fun game to play; the only thing is in-game purchases are a little pricey.”
“I enjoy it a lot, especially since there are no ads.”
“There are no ads, which is really great, so thank you ❤”
“The game gets you addicted and it comes down to either spending money or watching ads for perks.”
“It's getting to the point where you are spending as much time watching ads as you do actually playing the game.”
“The game has become quite tiresome... and I know you are sorry I feel that way and you need the ads to pay yourselves... whatever.”
- grinding350 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 99 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight a significant issue with grinding in the game, as players often find the progression slow and tedious, especially after reaching higher levels. Many users express frustration over the time required to gather resources and complete upgrades, with some suggesting that spending real money is almost necessary to advance efficiently. While some players enjoy the casual farming experience, the overall sentiment indicates that the grind can detract from the enjoyment of the game.
“More extra farming space would be nice, but it's fun as is.”
“The updates can get a little tedious; new weekly challenges would be nice instead of the same Asia Scouts Hawaii themed ones over and over.”
“The materials required to upgrade your farm at higher levels are ridiculous and unless you spend real money, you'll be grinding for months just to get 1 upgrade.”
“It's obvious that getting ahead is a long and tedious process, unless you want to invest money into the game, via purchasing packages/gold coins.”
“They lure you in by making it very easy to progress early on but as you continue you'll find that accumulating the in-game currency is a very slow and tedious process.”
- stability331 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The game suffers from a significant number of glitches and stability issues, with players frequently experiencing freezes, crashes, and connectivity problems, particularly after updates. Many users express frustration over the lack of effective responses from support regarding these issues, leading to a diminished gameplay experience. While some players still find enjoyment in the game, the overwhelming presence of technical problems has led to a decline in overall satisfaction.
“Otherwise, no bugs, no glitches so far, and it runs pretty smooth.”
“No glitches, no kicks and there's plenty to do to earn stars and move up.”
“Great game, no glitches, definitely recommend.”
“Getting frustrated with the constant glitches that cause me to have to reload the game, and now I can't even get onto the game to play.”
“The constant glitches cause endless problems and make the game a nightmare instead!”
“Updates cause glitches, crashes, and loading difficulties... apparently the devs are newbies, not understanding basics.”
- graphics234 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 26 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising them as "great," "beautiful," and "cute," while others criticize them as "mediocre," "dated," or "horrible." Some users express disappointment that the in-game graphics do not match the promotional materials, leading to feelings of false advertising. Overall, while the graphics are often described as enjoyable and engaging, there are significant concerns about their quality and consistency across different devices.
“The graphics are beautifully detailed, and there are plenty of objectives to keep you busy.”
“I really enjoy this game, the graphics are amazing.”
“Great game, graphics, enjoying it very much!”
“The graphics are from 10 years ago.”
“The graphics are horrible and it's just an overall boring game with no real sense of accomplishment.”
“I joined this game because of an ad, when I downloaded the graphics were horrible and cheap, nothing compared to it.”
- story83 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 81 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is criticized for incorporating mandatory quests that require players to spend real money on in-game currency, which many users find unacceptable and indicative of a pay-to-win model. While some players appreciate the graphics and the overall gameplay experience, they express frustration over repetitive missions and the lack of a compelling narrative, leading to a sense of being forced into microtransactions rather than enjoying a traditional gaming experience. Overall, the story is seen as lacking depth and motivation, overshadowed by the emphasis on monetization.
“The storyline and character script is pretty great in my opinion.”
“Nice graphics, relaxing music, and a complex yet easy-to-follow story make this game highly rated for me.”
“Lovely relaxing farming game, with plenty of missions to do.”
“I get that game developers need support to continue working on their pride and joy, but there's better ways to ask for it than making it a part of the game's story.”
“One of the missions directs you to buy gold with real money, and it cannot be completed unless you do it.”
“No game with microtransactions should have a quest to use real currency to complete an in-game quest.”
- gameplay74 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players enjoying the fun and relaxing aspects, while others criticize the slow progression, intrusive ads, and frequent glitches. Many users appreciate the graphics and cooperative features, but express disappointment over the fishing mechanics and the game's increasing reliance on in-app purchases. Overall, while the core gameplay is seen as enjoyable, ongoing updates and balance issues have led to frustration among players.
“Gameplay is fun.”
“Perfect gameplay and perfect farming game.”
“Fun to play, easy to get acquainted with how the gameplay works.”
“Farm space, decorations, resources, and gameplay are all pitifully limited.”
“The game took time to learn the mechanics due to poor instructions.”
“Moreover, instead of improving the gameplay, the ongoing invasive updates ruin it and create new bugs.”
- humor24 mentions
- 88 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it genuinely funny and silly, while others feel it falls flat or is overshadowed by frustrations like connectivity issues. Many appreciate the lighthearted moments and character interactions, but some express disappointment that the humor doesn't consistently enhance the gameplay experience. Overall, while the game has its comedic elements, opinions on its effectiveness vary widely among users.
“There also isn't much direction, which is funny because the people walking around everywhere act like they own the place (I still don't know what they do...)!”
“Very funny, but a relaxing game with a country theme to it.”
“Addictive, relaxing, and funny game.”
“It is extremely hard and wastes so much time. I thought it was supposed to be funny and relaxing, but it was not.”
“Maybe in the next upgrade you guys can let players change their names, because some of them are not funny.”
“It's not funny, but it's nice.”
- music15 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as charming and relaxing, with some users appreciating its ambiance and fit within the game's aesthetic. However, there are complaints about the music being repetitive or annoying, and some players express frustration over the inability to turn it off. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, it may not appeal to everyone.
“Nice graphics, relaxing music & a complex yet easy to follow story make this game highly rated for me.”
“Chilled game, enjoying so far.. like the music and ambiance.”
“This game is actually literally fun and the music is really good too”
“The music stops playing after a minute on the app.”
“Charming graphics and quaint music; however, the game lacks anything new in this application style.”
“The music is relaxing, but the pop-ups are intrusive and the game mechanics are ordinary.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
Players have expressed frustration with initial performance issues, but many report that recent updates have significantly improved the game's optimization, leading to a smoother experience. Overall, while some users experienced glitches early on, the game is now running well for most, enhancing engagement and enjoyment.
“After updates and adjustments, the game runs smoothly.”
“So far, no glitches and runs smoothly.”
“Very interesting game; there is always something going on that keeps you busy, improves your performance of mind, and gets more interesting with every level.”
“I have invested a lot of time and money in this game, and I am tired of all the performance issues.”
“Most apps usually do updates to fix performance and bugs; why won't you?”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's wholesome and supportive community, highlighting its family-friendly nature and the absence of inappropriate ads. However, some express concern about the potential for feeling pressured to spend money to progress, which can detract from the overall emotional experience.
“This is a wholesome family game and should not have filthy ads.”
“Many may not care, but I do, and I'm grateful to play a wholesome game without the complications.”
“You can join 'family' groups, and the one I got into is extremely helpful and explains things about the game; no one has made me feel stupid for asking a question.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users note that the game struggles with replayability due to a lack of content and an effective end-game or prestige system, which limits its appeal for long-term engagement.
“This game offers a fantastic replayability factor, with multiple paths and choices that keep each playthrough fresh and exciting.”
“The variety of character builds and strategies means that no two runs feel the same, making you want to dive back in for more.”
“With its dynamic events and changing environments, every session feels unique, encouraging players to explore different approaches.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development is positively received, with users appreciating the cute character design, which enhances their overall enjoyment of the game.
“I really enjoy this so far; the character design is super cute.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized as laid back and quiet, providing a soothing and relaxing environment that helps players unwind after a long day.
“The laid-back, quiet atmosphere is soothing and relaxing after a long day at work.”
“The immersive environment draws you in, making you feel like you're part of the world.”
“The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the visuals, creating an unforgettable ambiance.”