Farlands

84%
Game Brain Score Based on 105 reviews
  • gameplay
  • grinding
  • graphics
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"Farlands is a single-player Role Playing game with delightful graphics and good music, but be prepared for lots of grinding. The roadmap includes calendar updates for seasonal events, core system development, and bug-fixing patches. The initial version provides a sandbox experience while the game continually adds content and improvements throughout Early Access."

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84%
Audience ScoreBased on 105 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
grinding27 negative mentions
  • The game features charming pixel art and animations, creating an engaging visual experience.
  • There is a solid foundation for gameplay mechanics, with potential for future updates to enhance content and features.
  • The concept of interplanetary travel adds a unique twist to the farming sim genre, making it an interesting experience.
  • The game currently feels very bare-bones, lacking substantial content and direction, which may leave players feeling lost.
  • Many quality of life features are missing, such as a tutorial, control customization, and inventory management options.
  • As an early access title, it is perceived as overpriced given its current state, with some players suggesting it feels more like a demo.
  • gameplay31 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a blend of traditional farming mechanics and innovative features, such as space travel, which adds depth and variety to the experience. Players appreciate the engaging farming systems and the fluid, fast-paced nature of the gameplay, although some mechanics, like fishing, could use refinement. While the game is still in early access and lacks comprehensive tutorials, its charming pixel art and potential for growth have captivated many players.

    • “The gameplay loop is pretty solid and fun.”
    • “While other farming sim games take a slow approach for gameplay mechanics, Farlands takes away that and respects your time.”
    • “The game has the typical gameplay mechanics that you might expect from a farming game, but the ship adds something special to the gameplay loop and keeps the rest of the gameplay elements fresh.”
    • “There's a mechanic where you have to fly to other planets (rather than walking into town) but you only have two fuel cells, which is just one round trip.”
    • “It has the things you would expect from an early access game: incomplete parts, microlag on some occasions, and lack of explanation in some mechanics.”
    • “For now, there's no tutorial explaining the basics of farming games like Stardew Valley; familiarity with these mechanics is assumed for alpha players.”
  • grinding27 mentions

    The reviews highlight that while the game features standard farming mechanics typical of the genre, such as planting and harvesting, it lacks variety in crops and tools, which could enhance the grinding experience. Players appreciate the engaging farming mechanics and the expansive farming area, but some express a desire for more depth and variety to keep the gameplay fresh. Overall, the game is seen as a promising but incomplete farming sim that respects players' time and offers a smooth experience, though it may be challenging for newcomers without a tutorial.

    • “On that scale, I didn't encounter anything to significantly set this apart from other farming sims, and it's nowhere near as complete.”
    • “Currently, it's a fairly crude but promising interpretation of the farming game trope.”
    • “For now, there's no tutorial explaining the basics of farming games like Stardew Valley; familiarity with these mechanics is assumed for alpha players.”
  • graphics16 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their appealing art style and charming pixel art, showcasing a unique twist on the farm/life sim genre. Reviewers appreciate the attention to detail in animations and visuals, which contribute to a smooth and enjoyable experience. While some find certain aesthetic choices outdated, the overall consensus is that the graphics are engaging and enhance the game's potential.

    • “Plus the art style is just great, and it shows the love for the game in every little detail, critter, and description.”
    • “I like that the crops are alien in nature and not the usual green beans and tomatoes, and there's something about the animations and graphics I just can't help but love.”
    • “Graphically, it's a delightful homage to pixel art games, with gameplay mechanics reminiscent of Stardew Valley and Animal Crossing.”
    • “The developer's sense of aesthetics seems outdated, to the point of putting a Minnie Mouse bow on an animal in a bikini.”
    • “However, the roadmap shows promise, the pixel art and art style are charming, and the gameplay demonstrates the game's potential.”
    • “Overall, I think there is content at least for a few hours, probably many if you like the design of your own planet, and the most aesthetic side of the video game.”
  • story12 mentions

    The story in the game shows potential, with an engaging setting and hints of humor, but many players feel it lacks uniqueness and depth, often drawing comparisons to existing titles like Stardew Valley. While some find the direction promising, there is a consensus that the narrative needs further development and complexity beyond the simplistic "company bad, you good" trope. Overall, the story is seen as a work in progress that could evolve into something more intriguing with time.

    • “So far, the story seems like it could be promising, and I like the direction it's being taken. However, I would like to see more than just 'company bad, you good,' and I hope there's much more mystery to the story overall.”
    • “The farming mechanics are engaging, and the background and story, while still missing some development, are enticing enough to keep you digging in.”
    • “The setting of the game is quite interesting, and the story feels engaging. The game also manages to add a little bit of well-placed comedy in its dialogues.”
    • “Right now it seems too close to the plot of Stardew.”
    • “It's so early access it doesn't have any story, plot, direction, indicators, descriptors, and I could keep going.”
    • “So far the story seems like it could be promising and I like the direction I think it's being taken; however, I would like to see more than 'company bad, you good' and I hope there's much more mystery to the story overall.”
  • music10 mentions

    The music in the game has received widespread praise for its catchy and relaxing soundtrack, which complements the charming pixel art and animations. Players appreciate the attention to detail, noting how the music adapts to different environments, enhancing the overall atmosphere. Despite being in early access, the quality of the music contributes significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “I love the little details it has despite being in early access, like the character animations and how the music continues inside buildings with different tones and instruments.”
    • “The pixel graphics are very cute, the music is on point, and being able to space travel hits that special geek spot.”
    • “Love the music, it's really catchy and lovely.”
    • “The music is very relaxing, it has some details but it's fine.”
    • “You can really see these influences in the music, tool design, and the way actions are performed.”
    • “The overall atmosphere is great, visually excellent with animations and music made with care.”
  • humor5 mentions

    The game is praised for its humorous animations and interesting characters, with players finding encounters in blocked areas particularly hilarious. The humor adds a vital spark to the experience, making it highly recommended for both genre enthusiasts and newcomers, especially those who enjoy space-themed and cozy games.

    • “The animations are funny, and the characters look interesting.”
    • “The fun detail of encountering them in the still blocked areas is hilarious.”
    • “The touch of humor is what gives it the spark it needs.”
  • stability3 mentions

    The game exhibits stability issues, including occasional freezes during transitions and menu navigation, particularly after day 5. While users acknowledge its potential, the presence of these bugs detracts from the overall experience.

    • “My game froze twice while passing from one day to another, and I also experienced some minor freezes while switching menus on the fabricator.”
    • “There seems to be a bug after day 5 where when I wake up for a new day, I cannot move; the game freezes.”
    • “Still a little buggy, but it is a game with great potential to become one of the representatives of the genre.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    Overall, the game shows no major performance issues in its early access state, though players may encounter occasional performance hiccups and repetitive gameplay elements. There is potential for further optimization as development continues.

    • “It's in early access, so you might experience some performance issues and occasionally feel like you're in a loop, but there is room for improvement.”
    • “The game doesn't have major performance issues (at least on what I have experienced).”
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