Farm Manager 2018

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Farm Manager 2018 is a farming simulation game that puts you in charge of a sprawling farm. Cultivate crops, raise livestock, and manage facilities to maximize profits. With deep management options and a realistic simulation, Farm Manager 2018 offers a satisfying and challenging farming experience.

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

66%

Audience ScoreBased on 765 reviews

gameplay21 positive mentions

grinding176 negative mentions

Great management mechanics that allow players to run their own farm without the need for hands-on farming.
A variety of crops, animals, and production options provide depth and replayability.
The game has a relaxing atmosphere with nice graphics and soothing music.

The game is plagued with bugs that can lead to game-breaking issues, such as workers getting stuck and save files becoming corrupted.
The user interface is clunky and lacks essential information, making it difficult to manage resources effectively.
Performance issues arise as the farm expands, leading to significant lag and crashes on larger farms.

grinding
177 mentions
2 % positive mentions
-1 % neutral mentions
99 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the depth and management challenges it offers, others find it tedious and repetitive. Many users note that the game requires significant micromanagement and can become slow-paced, especially as the farm grows, leading to a sense of monotony. Overall, those who enjoy farming and management simulations may find the grind rewarding, while others may be put off by its repetitive nature.
- “Of course, no farming adventure would be complete without a few laughs along the way.”
- “The grinding mechanics are engaging and provide a satisfying sense of progression.”
- “I love how the grind feels rewarding, making each level-up feel like a true achievement.”
- “The shortest possible explanation for this would be summed up with one word: tedious.”
- “However, it's probably not replayable because it does get very grindy and slow in parts.”
- “You reach a point where it's sort of tedious to click on every single field to water/spray/harvest.”
gameplay
104 mentions
20 % positive mentions
76 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Farm Manager 18 is characterized by its addictive mechanics and charming graphics, offering a mix of macro and micromanagement elements reminiscent of city-building games. While the game provides a satisfying experience with various modes and interesting mechanics, it suffers from bugs, clunky UI, and a lack of depth in its tutorial, which can frustrate new players. Overall, it presents a blend of enjoyable gameplay and significant room for improvement, particularly in optimization and polish.
- “With its charming graphics, addictive gameplay, and endless opportunities for mischief, this game is sure to cultivate a crop of happy players.”
- “The gameplay felt like playing Cities: Skylines (visual, interface, movement), except you are macro and micromanaging farming and business operations and transactions.”
- “The core mechanics of the game are really fun.”
- “Too much idle time, many mechanical issues, even in the tutorial!”
- “Several of the reasons why growing crops in the field just feels like a chore is because of the equipment and associated mechanics.”
- “While there is a 'campaign', it is poorly designed and does not do the game justice in terms of a tutorial or introduction to gameplay and can possibly lead to bankruptcy scenarios early on.”
stability
78 mentions
4 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
96 % negative mentions
The game is widely criticized for its numerous bugs and glitches, which significantly hinder gameplay and overall enjoyment. Many players report issues such as freezing, crashes, and unresponsive mechanics, making it frustrating to play for extended periods. While some acknowledge the game's potential and express hope for future updates, the current state is described as "extremely buggy" and "almost unplayable," leading to mixed recommendations.
- “The game runs great now.”
- “There is already loads of content that is hassle-free and bug-free, allowing for hours of uninterrupted play.”
- “Unfortunately, it is far too buggy to play for more than a few hours because it is just so frustrating and annoying.”
- “The campaign isn't structured very well; there are bugs, glitches, and omissions so that a lot of what you do is guesswork.”
- “It's just the most buggy game I've played in a long time.”
graphics
76 mentions
47 % positive mentions
49 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the charming and detailed visuals, particularly in the context of a farming simulation. While some describe the graphics as good or even excellent, others note that they feel somewhat dated or coarse, reminiscent of older games. Overall, the graphics are generally considered adequate for the gameplay experience, though performance issues and occasional glitches can detract from the visual enjoyment.
- “The graphics are amazing, down to the zoom in of swaying detailed grass and trees, with the realism of poorly trained employees causing equipment breakdowns.”
- “I love this game; its fantastic graphics are perfect, the picture is amazing too, nice and crisp, with amazing views on your farm.”
- “The graphics are good; they work for what the game is.”
- “The graphics aren't stunning quality like Cities: Skylines, but they are quite nice and could definitely be improved in the future.”
- “Graphics: the 3D graphics feel a bit old and coarse, like that of a game from around 2004.”
- “Well, the game graphics are bad by current standards; in 2018, you definitely want more than this.”
optimization
45 mentions
7 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players reporting significant performance issues, frequent crashes, and poor resource management, especially as farms expand. Many users noted that the game requires urgent optimization and bug fixes, with some expressing frustration over the developers' lack of responsiveness to these concerns. While a few players experienced smoother performance on high-end systems, the general consensus is that the game is not ready for full release due to its optimization shortcomings.
- “Optimization is high on the devs' priority list, so hopefully it will be optimized soon.”
- “Some improvements, optimizations, and bug fixes have been done, as well as a couple of new crops added to the main game as an update and not a mod.”
- “I can't wait to see this once it's optimized and what they have in store to add later.”
- “The game doesn't run that well; frames will dip as you expand because of the bad optimization.”
- “This game is horribly unoptimized and crashes quite often.”
- “The performance needs to be worked on; the disparity between crops and livestock needs work, and equipment needs updates to address degradation and scaling for larger fields.”
story
35 mentions
9 % positive mentions
83 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The game's story revolves around a father and son trying to save their family farm, featuring various missions like livestock escapes and package deliveries. While some players appreciate the interactive nature of the narrative, many express frustration with bugs, mission order issues, and a grindy feel to the main storyline, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these challenges, the campaign offers a cute premise and engaging quests, though players often find themselves navigating through unclear objectives and tedious tasks.
- “It has a cute little campaign with a story about a dad and his son trying to save the family farm.”
- “I'm at the last quest of the campaign and I've got to say I've really enjoyed the game so far; will definitely be playing free mode.”
- “I like a lot how it's like an interactive story with very small bits of information.”
- “It has a bit of a grindy feeling main story, and there are some parts I've had issues with (such as completing a training - in a few instances if I did the training before the quest for it, it never got registered).”
- “Only down to this game was that I had 2 big scenarios that I went quite far with, saved it and exited, but when I went back in, the scenario was not completed but the missions were gone and I had to restart it.”
- “Some campaign/tutorial missions tell you to plant something in a field, but don't specify where, and you're left fumbling around until you figure that they want you to create a new field (I think) and then plant said crop, but they also don't give you specified requirements so when it comes time to plant an apple orchard, you have to trial and error your way to a big enough field to use the equipment they want you to use to plant the trees, all while burning through money setting up and bulldozing said fields when they aren't large/connected enough.”
music
27 mentions
41 % positive mentions
48 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for being pleasant, relaxing, and well-suited to the farming theme, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users note that the soundtrack can be limited and repetitive, leading to a desire for more variety or the option to disable it. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, its repetitiveness may detract from long play sessions.
- “The music is very calming and when the farm works it's really satisfying.”
- “The music is very nice and soothing, which suits the game very well.”
- “The ambient music is really relaxing to me, so a definite plus.”
- “And the soundtrack is very limited and repetitive (disable the music and put your own on in the background).”
- “Bad graphics, very small possibilities, annoying music, very bad farm game, and the price for a game like that is too high.”
- “It has a somewhat repetitive soundtrack... one that'll stick in your head.”
replayability
8 mentions
50 % positive mentions
13 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its strong replayability due to engaging mechanics and diverse gameplay options, particularly for players pursuing achievements. However, some users note that the experience can become grindy and slow, which may hinder long-term replay value. Additionally, concerns about a lack of updates and content could impact future replayability.
- “This game is very fun, has good graphics but are a little dated, lacking in mods and DLCs but is very replayable.”
- “But this game is far better; not only are the graphics more beautiful and the controls more intuitive, but the gameplay is very diverse and you will have lots of replayability, especially if you are going after the achievements.”
- “At this point, about 24 hours in, I can see quite a bit of replayability with the different ways things can be done.”
- “However, it's probably not replayable because it does get very grindy and slow in parts.”
- “It is a management strategy game through and through, and a pretty good one on balance as well, save for a few glaring issues that will kill replayability if not addressed.”
- “They are clearly not devoted to making FM 2018 more playable, and are abandoning it to resell it as FM 2021 'new & improved' - I'll pass.”
humor
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its comical mishaps and absurd situations, providing a lighthearted experience that keeps players entertained. While some players find the humor effective and enjoyable, others feel it falls flat or is overshadowed by gameplay issues, such as bugs and glitches. Overall, the game offers a mix of amusing moments, though opinions on its comedic execution vary.
- “Prepare to roll up your sleeves, grab your pitchfork, and dive headfirst into a hilarious and hectic farming adventure.”
- “From the comical mishaps of your bumbling farmhands to the absurd situations that arise from managing a bustling agricultural empire, this game is guaranteed to keep you chuckling from sunrise to sunset.”
- “However, this game is nice and funny to play; maybe only a little easy, but it does what it advertises, and I consider it a good purchase.”
monetization
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game is generally viewed positively due to the absence of microtransactions, making it accessible for casual players. However, some users criticize it as a low-effort cash grab, suggesting that it was released in an unfinished state, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these concerns, many still find value in the game as a fun and enjoyable purchase.
- “I like it because it is a nice, simple farming game like FarmVille on Facebook, but with no microtransactions. If you're someone who likes a game to kill some time, this is for you.”
- “The game offers a refreshing experience with no microtransactions, allowing players to enjoy the gameplay without any financial pressure.”
- “I appreciate that there are no paywalls or hidden costs, making it accessible for everyone to enjoy without spending money.”
- “I have enjoyed my time playing it; however, I cannot recommend it as it seems the developers don't really care about the problems with it. It was released in an unfinished state as a cash grab, from what I can tell.”
- “Nothing but a low-effort cash grab.”
- “I like it as it is a nice simple farming game like FarmVille on Facebook, but with no microtransactions. If you're someone who likes a game to kill some time, this is for you.”
atmosphere
3 mentions
33 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a slow pace and a relaxing ambiance, reminiscent of "Banished," which enhances the overall enjoyment despite the differences in genre. Players appreciate the tranquil environment that contributes to a soothing gaming experience.
- “I'm really enjoying the game and its quiet atmosphere.”
- “The slow pace and relaxing atmosphere feels a lot like 'Banished', despite the genre difference.”
emotional
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express that the emotional aspect of the game is deeply impactful, often evoking feelings of frustration and heartbreak.
- “This is so frustrating and heartbreaking, honestly.”
- “The emotional depth of the story left me in tears.”
- “I felt a profound connection to the characters and their struggles.”