Farm Punks

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Farm Punks is a single player casual platformer game with a business theme. It was developed by Sleeping Giant and was released on May 30, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Farm Punks is a single-player business platformer game with stunning mechanics and fabulous graphics. Launch fruits from cannons to deliver them to customers in this quirky fruit farming game, set on a mountain with semi-procedural levels and over 80 different fruits to discover. While there are ads that can disrupt the experience, the game offers plenty of humor and the chance to become a fruit magnate with a thriving mountain-top farm.

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 452 reviews

graphics25 positive mentions

monetization37 negative mentions

The game features a charming art style and cute character designs that enhance the overall experience.
Gameplay is fun and addictive, with a good variety of characters and a risk/reward mechanic that keeps players engaged.
The game is enjoyable for casual play, with minimal ads that don't significantly disrupt the experience.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including frequent crashes and a frustrating black screen issue after runs.
Controls can be difficult to master, leading to challenges in maneuvering characters effectively.
There are complaints about excessive ads, which can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

graphics
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
36%
7%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and cute art style, which many players find engaging and visually appealing. However, some users have reported technical issues, such as bugs and occasional black screens, that detract from the overall experience. Despite these concerns, the distinct stylized look and creativity in the graphics contribute positively to the game's enjoyment.
- “The graphics are very cute and charismatic - love the distinct stylized look it went for!”
- “I love the game's graphics!”
- “This is the best game ever; the graphics are nice, the gameplay, everything about this game is awesome.”
- “Sometimes the screen goes completely black for some reason; the sound still works and I'm pretty sure the buttons also work, but no visuals. It fixes after restarting the game, but it's pretty annoying. Hope it gets fixed soon because it's otherwise a great game.”
- “Farm Punks has a charming art style and premise that becomes quickly irrelevant by how dull the gameplay is.”
- “Artwork is cute, but that's about it.”
monetization
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
93%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, particularly those that are forced after runs. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for bonuses and find the overall ad presence manageable, others feel that the lack of a paid option to remove ads detracts significantly from the experience. Overall, the game's monetization strategy is seen as a potential barrier to achieving a higher rating, with calls for improvements to balance gameplay enjoyment and ad presence.
- “Otherwise it's great, with a solid gameplay loop that contains surprising complexity and depth, as well as fair monetization, so I'd eagerly change to 5 stars if they ironed out the bugs.”
- “It's really fun, the game doesn't force you to spend money, there are no ads unless you watch one to revive, and the style, sound, tricks, and little details make this game a 4/5. I strongly recommend.”
- “The issue that I can't pay a little to remove ads and getting an ad at the end of every or every other run, despite not clicking the 'get double if you watch an ad' button, is overly frustrating.”
- “Loses a couple of stars for not having an option to remove ads when you have to watch one at the end of every run.”
- “Amazing game riddled with unremovable ads.”
gameplay
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
33%
9%
The gameplay is generally praised for its fun, creative mechanics and charming art style, offering a solid and addictive experience. However, players have noted issues with bugs, clunky controls, and a lack of variety in levels, which can lead to a sense of staleness over time. Despite these drawbacks, the game's risk/reward elements and engaging design have garnered a positive reception overall.
- “The gameplay is fun and creative; definitely a game I'd find myself playing when bored.”
- “The overall aesthetic is very charming and the gameplay is fun.”
- “Adorable art style paired with delightful and engaging gameplay!”
- “I would be rating this game higher as I love the art style and mechanics; however, there are so many bugs.”
- “Farm Punks has a charming art style and premise that becomes quickly irrelevant by how dull the gameplay is.”
- “I wish there were instructions for the ground mounts and lastly, gameplay eventually gets stale. I wish there was more variation in levels, especially in each environment.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players enjoying its quirky premise of cultivating amusing fruits and vegetables, as well as the abundance of puns and funny references. Many find the game engaging and entertaining, making it a great companion for long trips, despite some minor frustrations with ads and gameplay mechanics. Overall, the humor adds a delightful charm that keeps players entertained.
- “The idea of growing your own cute little farm with funny looking fruits and vegetables just gets to me.”
- “A funny game that very much captured my attention on a long two-way road trip. I would say it's a wacky mix between Jetpack Joyride and bowling in the best way possible.”
- “Funny references and puns aplenty!”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs, lag, and freezing during loading screens. Users report problems such as negative currency balances when tapping quickly, audio glitches, and crashes after completing runs, which detracts from the overall experience. While the game has appealing visuals and gameplay, these stability concerns are a major drawback.
- “But regrettably, it is plagued by some horrendous lag issues and glitches, including one where the screen goes black after you complete a run, forcing you to close and reopen after every run.”
- “Oh it looks good, runs smooth but in the beginning where it shoots the cow out of the cannon, it freezes and kicks me out.”
- “I'm hooked to the game, the style is cute and fits my taste perfectly but sometimes the game freezes at the loading screen.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game enjoyable but note that it can be grindy at times, which may lead to it feeling repetitive in the long run. However, some appreciate that the grinding is not excessive, contributing to a fun overall experience.
- “This game is pretty fun so far, but a little grindy at times. I think a sequel could really iron out some of the problems and make the game more expansive, but right now this game is fine.”
- “Grindy and kinda gets old in the long run.”
- “It's pretty fun yet grindy.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
20%
40%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its fun and quirky style that complements the game's design. However, some users have reported issues with the sound settings not functioning properly, as well as instances where the game continues to play music even when the screen goes black. Overall, the music enhances the gaming experience, though technical glitches detract from it for some players.
- “Just started, great game design, especially like the silence of the music when falling to hype up the drop and the quirky fruits and voiced personas.”
- “I love the fun and cute art style with the toon shader, and the music and sound effects are great too.”
- “It's a really fun game, I love how it's styled, but my only problem is when you click to turn off the music and sound, it doesn't actually turn off even though it says it is.”
- “The only issue I have is that for some reason, my screen will just go black every few runs, but the music from the game still plays.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Users express a desire for a quest menu that allows them to track their missions during gameplay, indicating that the current system lacks clarity and makes it difficult to understand objectives.
- “Please add a quest menu that shows your quests in the settings during a game so I know what to aim for.”
- “Wish you could see your missions while in the pause menu.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
Overall, user feedback on optimization is mixed; while some players report great performance and satisfaction, others feel that improvements are necessary to enhance the gaming experience.
- “Performance is great, I'm quite satisfied so far.”
- “The game desperately needs optimization; performance issues are ruining the experience.”
- “I encountered significant lag and frame drops, indicating a lack of proper optimization.”
- “The optimization is so poor that it makes the game nearly unplayable on mid-range systems.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users highlight the emotional impact of the game, noting that it can evoke strong feelings and reactions, sometimes even leading to unexpected moments of engagement without direct interaction.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers praise the game's character development for its fantastic design, vibrant colors, and engaging gameplay, drawing comparisons to nostalgic titles like Mazin Hamsters on Webkinz. The combination of clever puns and appealing aesthetics enhances the overall experience.
- “The way the game is designed is just so fantastic, the character designs, the puns, the colors, the style... and the gameplay is so fun, reminding me a lot of Mazin Hamsters on Webkinz.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers appreciate the charming atmosphere of the game, noting that it creates an enjoyable and immersive experience that is easy to engage with.
- “I enjoy the charming atmosphere and how easy it is to immerse myself in it.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making every moment feel alive.”
- “The hauntingly beautiful environment draws you in and keeps you captivated.”