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 1,530 reviews

gameplay42 positive mentions

grinding352 negative mentions

The game offers a unique blend of farming and management simulation, allowing players to focus on strategy rather than manual labor.
The graphics and music create a relaxing atmosphere, making it enjoyable to play for extended periods.
The developers are responsive to community feedback and have released multiple patches to address bugs and improve gameplay.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including workers and vehicles getting stuck, which can lead to game-breaking issues.
The user interface is clunky and lacks essential features, making it difficult to manage tasks and resources efficiently.
The pacing can be slow, especially during winter months, leading to long periods of inactivity and boredom.

grinding
354 mentions
0 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
99 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed feedback from players. While some appreciate the depth and progression that comes with managing a farm, others find the gameplay tedious and repetitive, particularly due to the need for constant micromanagement and the slow pace of advancement. Overall, players who enjoy farming and management simulations may find the grind rewarding, but those seeking a more casual experience might feel overwhelmed by the demands of the game.
- “The gameplay became even more grinding, so they really should refund the game in this case.”
- “Another thing they have done recently (by listening to hardcore realism hotheads on forums) is they have decreased the income from glasshouses, power wind turbines, etc... more grinding, yeah!”
- “You reach a point where it's sort of tedious to click on every single field to water/spray/harvest.”
gameplay
208 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 similar to city-building games. While it features interesting systems like worker skills and equipment durability, players have noted significant bugs and a lack of depth in the tutorial, leading to a frustrating experience for newcomers. Overall, despite its potential and enjoyable aspects, the game suffers from technical issues and a grindy nature that may deter some players.
- “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.”
- “Overall, the game has very good mechanics and is thoroughly enjoyable.”
- “Too much idle time, many mechanical issues, even in the tutorial!”
- “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.”
- “The gameplay is actually very simple and lacks a lot of depth.”
stability
156 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 can lead to frustrating experiences, such as crashes and unresponsive mechanics. While some players find enjoyment despite these issues and appreciate the developers' ongoing efforts to address them, many recommend waiting for further updates before purchasing. Overall, the game's stability is considered poor, with many describing it as "almost unplayable" at times.
- “Game runs great now.”
- “There is already loads of content that is hassle and bug free, allowing for hours of enjoyable gameplay.”
- “Unfortunately it is far too buggy to play for more than a few hours because it is just so frustrating and annoying.”
- “The game is extremely buggy and requires constant reloads.”
- “It's just the most buggy game I've played in a long time.”
graphics
152 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 excellent, others note that they feel somewhat dated or coarse, reminiscent of older games. Performance issues, such as lag and glitches at higher settings, are also mentioned, suggesting that while the graphics can be enjoyable, they may require a capable computer to fully appreciate.
- “The great: honestly a great farm management game, for the times 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. Perfect game for me.”
- “Game is great, graphics are gorgeous!”
- “The graphics look kinda 2006-2009 ish.”
- “Loading the game initially takes a lot longer than the graphics and quality of the game suggests.”
- “Well, game graphics is bad in the current standard, in 2018 you definitely want more than this.”
optimization
90 mentions
4 % positive mentions
62 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with players reporting significant performance issues, frequent crashes, and poor resource management, especially as farms expand. Many users express frustration over the lack of developer responsiveness to these issues, suggesting that the game feels abandoned and in need of serious updates. While some improvements have been noted, the overall consensus is that the game is not yet ready for a full release due to its optimization shortcomings.
- “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.”
- “Optimization is high on the devs' priority list, so hopefully it will be optimized soon.”
- “I can't wait to see this once it's optimized and what they have in store to add later.”
- “The game is abandoned and not optimized - you are going to face many issues which are mostly connected to some pathfinding issue.”
- “This game is horribly unoptimized, and crashes quite often.”
- “The performance is worse and people with 1080ti are getting some 25-30 fps...”
story
70 mentions
6 % positive mentions
90 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The game's story revolves around a father and son trying to save their family farm, featuring a mix of engaging quests and a somewhat grindy main narrative. While players appreciate the interactive elements and the cute storyline, many report issues with mission registration, bugs, and a lack of clarity in objectives, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences. Overall, the story serves as a backdrop for the farming mechanics, with some players feeling it could be more polished and coherent.
- “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 they 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
54 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 farm theme, enhancing the overall experience. However, some players find the soundtrack limited and repetitive, suggesting that it can become tiresome over extended play sessions. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, its repetitiveness may lead some players to prefer their own background tunes.
- “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
16 mentions
50 % positive mentions
31 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its replayability, with many players enjoying the diverse gameplay and various approaches to achieving goals. However, some users note that the experience can become grindy and slow, which may hinder long-term replay value. Additionally, the lack of mods and DLCs is mentioned as a potential drawback for sustained engagement.
- “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 re-sell it as FM 2021 'new & improved' - I'll pass.”
humor
12 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a mix of hilarious mishaps and absurd situations, providing a lighthearted experience that keeps players entertained. However, some users feel that the humor can be hit or miss, with certain elements falling flat or overshadowed by gameplay bugs. Overall, while many find the game amusing, there are mixed opinions on the effectiveness of its comedic elements.
- “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, Farm Manager 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
8 mentions
13 % positive mentions
13 % 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 and that the developers appear indifferent to existing issues. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, concerns about its development and monetization strategy persist.
- “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.”
- “I have enjoyed my time playing it, however cannot recommend it as it seems the devs for it 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 have enjoyed my time playing it, however cannot recommend it as it seems the devs for it 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.”
atmosphere
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
17 % 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 for players despite the differences in genre.
- “The slow pace and relaxing atmosphere feels a lot like 'Banished', despite the genre difference.”
- “I'm really enjoying the game and its quiet atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is slow-paced and relaxing, reminiscent of 'Banished', despite the differences in genre.”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express that the emotional aspect of the game is marked by significant frustration and heartbreak, indicating a strong impact on their feelings and engagement with the narrative.
- “This is so frustrating and heart-breaking, honestly.”