Farm Together 2
- May 7, 2024
- Milkstone Studios
- 24h median play time
"Farm Together 2" is a farming simulation game where players start with a small plot of land and grow it into a large farm through crop cultivation, animal care, and various expansions. The game features improved graphics, automatic farming modes, and a town area to sell products and fulfill requests. With time progression even when offline, players can manage their farm at their own pace, deciding who can enter and when.
Reviews
- Beautiful graphics and improved visuals compared to the first game.
- The automatic tractor feature significantly enhances gameplay efficiency.
- The town system allows for a more organized approach to selling crops and interacting with NPCs.
- Currently lacks content compared to the first game, with fewer crops, animals, and customization options.
- The town system can feel tedious, requiring frequent trips to sell items and limiting the number of items that can be sold at once.
- Some players feel that the game is too similar to the first, making it feel more like a remaster than a true sequel.
- grinding135 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight that "grinding" in this farming game is both extensive and rewarding, with players noting the addictive nature of the gameplay and the satisfaction derived from leveling up and unlocking new features. While some find the grind tedious, many appreciate the relaxing and cozy atmosphere it creates, making it ideal for fans of farming simulations. Overall, the game is recommended for those who enjoy a laid-back, grind-heavy farming experience.
“This isn't grindy.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“Super grindy and boring; I don't get the appeal.”
“Extremely frustrating and tedious.”
- graphics126 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics in this game have received significant praise for their enhanced visuals, charming aesthetics, and improved performance compared to the original. Many players find the graphics to be beautiful, adorable, and therapeutic, contributing to a relaxing gaming experience. However, some reviews note that while the graphics are better, the overall gameplay remains quite similar to its predecessor, leading to mixed feelings about the game's content.
“The graphics are beautiful and the community is helpful, not toxic.”
“The visuals are beautifully enhanced, yet they retain the familiar, cozy aesthetic.”
“The graphics are stunning and the gameplay is smooth and addictive.”
“Only negative so far is that FT2 is currently too identical to the first game, and it feels like I basically paid money for one quality of life feature and better visuals.”
“So they give us this pre-release game that's exactly the same as their first one with 1/10th of the activities to do, and a silly new auto tractor, basically a remastered, shittier version of the first one with better graphics?”
“There is absolutely nothing new in terms of gameplay, graphics, mechanics, story, anything.”
- gameplay70 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay in this sequel retains the core mechanics of the original while introducing quality-of-life improvements and new features, such as a separate town for managing harvests. While some players appreciate the smoother experience and minor enhancements, others feel that the gameplay remains largely unchanged and lacks significant innovation. Overall, it offers a familiar yet polished farming simulation experience, appealing to both new players and fans of the first game.
“The new gameplay features and improvements seamlessly integrate with the old mechanics, making the game feel fresh while staying true to its roots.”
“So far it is an improvement in just about every way from the first game, it has great quality of life features and more efficient gameplay.”
“The graphics are stunning and the gameplay is smooth and addictive.”
“This game is designed with the same timing mechanics as a free-to-play game; the problem is it doesn't offer any speed boosts to offset the timing wall progress inhibitors.”
“There is absolutely nothing new in terms of gameplay, graphics, mechanics, story, anything.”
“Just Farm Together 1 with more complicated mechanics, slightly improved graphics, and a town for storage; that's basically it.”
- story47 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 72 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The game features minimal storytelling, focusing instead on simple fetch quests and farming mechanics. Players appreciate the variety of quests and NPC interactions in the new town, but many note that the quests can become repetitive and lack depth. Overall, those seeking a narrative-driven experience may find the game lacking, while fans of casual farming gameplay may enjoy its laid-back approach.
“I love doing the quests and the swimming ducks; I'm looking forward to seeing more new features.”
“Also love the new town; it’s very cute, and it’s nice to have interactions with NPCs. The side quests they have are lovely and worth it.”
“I love the concept of the town as there are actual NPCs that run around giving you little quests to fulfill, and they are not repetitive, which allows you to enjoy talking to them each day.”
“If you're looking for a story or anything like Stardew, you will not like the game.”
“All in all, it's worth maybe $9.99 just for something fun to do, but as there is no story, no real building, no real evolution of the game, it's more just point and click endlessly to release stress.”
“It's a really simple game with no storyline -- really, it's just farming and fulfilling quests.”
- music23 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its relaxing and immersive qualities, enhancing the overall chill experience of gameplay. While some players express a desire for specific tracks from previous installments, many appreciate the new compositions and find them well-suited to the game's atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's appeal, though a few users prefer to play with their own music instead.
“The addition of the automatic tractor mode is literally game-changing; once you learn how to design your farm in an optimal manner, you can drive along and harvest things while enjoying the relaxing music and ambience.”
“The game is very attractive and colorful, and the music is very relaxing.”
“Super fun and cozy game, great music, fun and relaxing with great progression.”
“Background music has issues.”
“The thing I really miss is Josh's soundtrack.”
“It's the same game (with a few tweaks) right down to the same music on the piano.”
- optimization7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is generally praised, with users noting smooth performance and improved graphics compared to its predecessor. The ability to adjust FPS settings enhances performance, making it a suitable choice for casual play. Overall, players find it addictive and visually appealing, with significant improvements in render distance and overall performance.
“Its a good game played to 1st one a lot this one has some improvements to the game and has the town feature and you can upgrade your tractors now. It's a great game to play between games or as a waiting time game for getting into different matches. It's chill and there are options to change the FPS for when it's in the background, so it's not eating up performance on your PC.”
“The basic mechanics are already in place and the game runs smoothly.”
“Graphics are so pretty, render distance is greatly improved, and performance is so good.”
“The game suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
“Despite some improvements, the overall performance feels sluggish and unrefined, making it hard to enjoy the experience fully.”
“The lack of proper optimization means that even on high-end systems, the game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate.”
- stability6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, players report a generally stable experience with the game, noting that it runs well on the Steam Deck and has minimal bugs or glitches. While some users mention occasional weird glitches, they express optimism about ongoing development and improvements from the developer team.
“Runs great on Steam Deck!”
“The game runs great on the Steam Deck.”
“Very good and fun game; it runs great.”
“Weird glitches sometimes, but the developer team is working on it. I expect progress and more cool stuff at some point!”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, reminiscing about the joy and nostalgia of creating and decorating their farms, which evokes strong feelings of happiness and even sadness. The sequel successfully retains the heartwarming essence of the original, though some fans feel it lacks the same wholesome charm and variety of items. Overall, the game fosters a sense of personal investment and emotional fulfillment through its open-ended gameplay.
“Thinking about the memories makes me want to cry over the countless times and memories of decorating, grinding, and pushing to create the most spectacular farms I can ever make!”
“It's not often that a sequel captures the essence of its predecessor so perfectly, providing the same heartwarming and immersive experience that fans loved about the original.”
“The terraforming is nice, but apart from that, I prefer the original one; it's more wholesome and has more items at the same price.”
- monetization4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization of "Farm Together 2" has been criticized by users as feeling like a cash grab, with many noting that it offers little new content compared to its predecessor. While some appreciate its fresh approach, the consensus leans towards disappointment over its perceived lack of innovation.
“Kinda just feels like a cash grab.”
“It's a cash grab, to be honest.”
“Classic cash grab; it's literally the same game with a town. If you've played the first game, just ignore this one.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it funny and cute, despite some criticism regarding missing decor. Many appreciate the game's size and variety of activities, while also finding amusement in the negative reviews from those unfamiliar with the early-access concept.
“I don't care what the haters say, this is a funny, cute, and impressively large game with so much to do!”
“Also, it's kind of funny to read negative reviews from people who don't know what 'early access' means.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight that "Farm Together 2" successfully retains the charming and relaxing atmosphere of its predecessor, creating a soothing environment that enhances the overall gaming experience.
“From the moment I started, I was struck by how Farm Together 2 maintains the charming, relaxing atmosphere that made the first game so special.”
“It has the same atmosphere.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight the character development through the lens of appealing and charming character designs, which contribute to the overall engagement and enjoyment of the game.
“The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”
“The backstories and growth of each character are so well-crafted, it makes every decision feel meaningful.”