Farmer's Dynasty

Farmer's Dynasty could have some appeal with a blend of RPG, farming and life simulations, but it is a woefully optimised piece of software with frame rates that judder to a halt after thirty minutes of play.

60%Game Brain Score

story, humor

grinding, graphics

64% User Score Based on 1,329 reviews

Critic Score 47%Based on 3 reviews

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Farmer's Dynasty is a single player open world role playing game with business and kids themes. It was developed by UMEO Studios and was released on November 21, 2019. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

In Farmer's Dynasty, players can experience a unique mix of farming, construction, and life simulation as they repair, renovate, and rebuild their grandfather's farm. The game offers a nostalgic and engaging experience, allowing players to live out their dream of starting their own farming dynasty. By completing various tasks and building structures, players can watch their farm come to life and thrive.

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64%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,329 reviews

story26 positive mentions

grinding622 negative mentions

Unique blend of farming simulation and life simulation elements, allowing players to repair buildings, form relationships, and start a family.
The game provides a relaxing experience with a slower pace, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate a more grounded gameplay style.
The graphics and rural landscapes create an immersive atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience of rural living.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and technical issues, including crashes and performance problems, which can significantly hinder gameplay.
Voice acting and character animations are often criticized for being poor and unrealistic, detracting from the overall immersion.
The gameplay can become repetitive and grindy, with long travel times and tedious tasks that may frustrate players seeking a more dynamic experience.

grinding
633 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
98%
The grinding aspect of "Farmer's Dynasty" has received mixed feedback from players. Many find the repetitive tasks, such as repairing buildings and managing farming equipment, to be tedious and time-consuming, often detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game. While some appreciate the slower pace and the immersive rural life simulation, others feel that the grinding nature of the gameplay can lead to boredom, especially when compared to more polished farming simulators that offer a more streamlined experience.
- “It's intuitive and not tedious but fun with its steps (sometimes 2, sometimes 3).”
- “No farming sim or Animal Crossing, but has the fundamentals to be good should they actually work on the game.”
- “This is not Farming Simulator; it's a game with farming simulation elements.”
- “Repairing structures, for example, requires repeating the same hammering and painting actions dozens of times, and the farming cycle itself can sometimes feel like a grind.”
- “Overall, tedious repetition kills my desire to come back to this one.”
- “The game is slow, it's tedious, and I don't just mean in the way that most farming sim type games are slow and tedious, I mean you'll spend over an hour ploughing a single field.”
story
195 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
77%
10%
The story in Farmer's Dynasty attempts to blend farming simulation with life simulation, offering players a narrative that revolves around rebuilding a farm and forming relationships within a small community. However, many players find the quests repetitive and tedious, often lacking depth and variety, which detracts from the overall experience. While the game has a charming premise and some engaging elements, it suffers from technical issues and a lack of meaningful character development, leaving the story feeling flat and underdeveloped as players progress.
- “Farmer’s Dynasty, developed by Umeo Studios and published by Toplitz Productions, is an ambitious attempt to blend the depth of a farming simulator with the warmth and personal storytelling of a life simulation game.”
- “I’m not just building a farm; I’m nurturing friendships, connecting with the community, and weaving my own story.”
- “The game has a great concept of a story mode simulator for a farm.”
- “The quests to raise standing with the villagers are mundane, repetitive, and time-consuming.”
- “The story just abruptly stops once you get married, and there is nothing else but the constant grind.”
- “The 'storyline' (if you can really call it that) is quite short, and interaction with the NPCs gets old fairly quickly.”
graphics
168 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
53%
24%
The graphics in "Farmer's Dynasty" receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the detailed environments and atmospheric visuals, while others criticize the overall quality as outdated and unrefined, often likening them to early 2000s standards. Many users note that the graphics can be inconsistent, particularly in character animations and performance, leading to a janky experience. Overall, while the game has potential with its visual appeal, it suffers from optimization issues and a lack of polish.
- “The graphics of the game are quite impressive, with detailed environments and realistic farming machinery.”
- “Beautiful detailed graphics, atmospheric, goals, and a feeling of satisfaction when completed.”
- “The graphics are great, the gameplay is smooth.”
- “However, the visuals also reveal the game’s modest budget.”
- “The graphics are looking very aged now and the environment is very modular and as repetitive as the so-called NPC conversations.”
- “The graphics are uncanny valley, but the designs of the map are quite good; the graphics just make it so disappointing to look at.”
gameplay
140 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
65%
19%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by a mix of farming, building, and social interaction, offering a diverse range of activities that can be engaging once players familiarize themselves with the mechanics. However, many users report significant issues with bugs, clunky controls, and a lack of polish, leading to a frustrating experience that can feel repetitive and tedious. While there is potential for enjoyable gameplay, particularly in the repairing and farming aspects, the overall execution leaves much to be desired, with calls for improvements and a more refined approach to mechanics.
- “It begins with a simple premise—returning to the old family farm left behind by your grandfather—and uses that emotional anchor to drive a gameplay experience that balances hard work, rebuilding, and community engagement.”
- “The gameplay is immersive and engaging, with a variety of tasks to complete, from planting and harvesting crops to repairing buildings and machinery.”
- “While it still needs a lot of work, the gameplay is already fun and addicting in its current state (assuming you're interested in farming simulation, business simulation, and RPG elements including grinding).”
- “Gameplay is clunky and bugged.”
- “The gameplay is uninteresting and repetitive, mostly just walking around and clicking on things to do chores, or driving big vehicles back and forth across fields (which was actually kinda fun the first dozen times).”
- “No tutorial, boring mechanics, confusing gameplay, awful map and quest system.”
stability
80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
99%
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and performance issues such as frame-rate drops and crashes. Many players find the game unplayable at times due to these technical problems, which detract significantly from the overall experience. While some users still enjoy the gameplay despite these issues, the consensus is that the game requires substantial updates and fixes to reach a satisfactory level of stability.
- “They fixed the game and it runs great!”
- “The game is incredibly stable now, with no crashes or bugs.”
- “I've experienced smooth gameplay without any interruptions since the last update.”
- “The technical performance can be inconsistent, with frame-rate drops and occasional glitches.”
- “This game is buggy and awful.”
- “The problem is the game freezes up and crashes a lot, and to make things even more annoying the auto save feature only saves after the completion of a mission.”
optimization
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
53%
31%
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with users reporting significant performance issues, including frame-rate drops, stuttering, and crashes, even on high-end systems. Many players note that the graphics are dated and the overall technical performance is inconsistent, leading to a frustrating experience. While some updates have improved stability, the consensus is that the game still requires substantial optimization to run smoothly.
- “I will be excited to see this game develop over time as it is polished and optimized.”
- “They fixed a lot of issues, the optimization is better and it doesn't crash anymore for me.”
- “The game is certainly a great idea and I could see it easily beat many of its competitors if optimized, and I just can't wait to see what the future of Farmers Dynasty holds.”
- “The technical performance can be inconsistent, with frame-rate drops and occasional glitches.”
- “Optimization is terrible and the game is riddled with frame drops and lag issues from 80fps down to 8 within mere seconds and then back to normal.”
- “The engine is far from optimized and rendering seems to cause a lot of problems when moving even though the grass draw distance is ridiculously low, and that's on my GTX 1080, 5820K machine.”
music
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
58%
21%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it amusingly mismatched to the gameplay, while others describe it as irritating and repetitive. Many users suggest turning off the in-game music in favor of personal playlists, as the soundtrack can become tiresome. Overall, while some appreciate the soothing qualities of the music, it often fails to enhance the gaming experience and can detract from it.
- “The music varies between triumphalist and mischievous, which sits oddly with the actual gameplay, but this is also highly amusing.”
- “The soundtrack running throughout Farmer’s Dynasty is a joyous, almost old Hollywood movie-type score that is pleasant to the ear, but you can be sure you’ll tire of it after a while; do what I do when I farm and get some of your favorite playlists kicking off in the background.”
- “Put music on repeat, it is pleasant and relaxing.”
- “This one has the most boring sowing and plowing mechanics, the most boring story (almost non-existent), wooden characters, and an irritating soundtrack.”
- “Horrendous music.”
- “The in-game music was set to be obnoxiously loud from the get-go, and the sound effects seemed generic.”
humor
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is largely derived from its unintentional comedic elements, such as poor voice acting, awkward animations, and amusing bugs that create laughable situations. While players initially find the humor entertaining, it tends to wear thin over time, with many noting that the cheesy dialogue and bizarre character interactions can become irritating. Overall, the game's humor is a mixed bag, providing some laughs but ultimately feeling shallow and repetitive.
- “The voiceovers are hilarious and funny to listen to.”
- “Hilariously bad game design, but it's a lot of fun before you find it out.”
- “Some of the bugs are hilarious, like a quest giver who likes to jog around the map and blocks traffic until you finish his quest.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
88%
13%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its premise of returning to a family farm, which provides a heartfelt context for gameplay focused on hard work and community. However, this emotional engagement is undermined by criticisms of dull mechanics, lackluster storytelling, and unconvincing voice acting, leading to mixed feelings among players. While some find the experience touching and dynamic, others express frustration and disappointment, indicating a divide in emotional resonance.
- “It begins with a simple premise—returning to the old family farm left behind by your grandfather—and uses that emotional anchor to drive a gameplay experience that balances hard work, rebuilding, and community engagement.”
- “This addition makes the game feel more dynamic than most agricultural sims, as it gives your work emotional context and community-driven motivation.”
- “ The way it unfolds feels like a heartfelt novel.”
- “This game has the most boring sowing and plowing mechanics, the most boring story (almost non-existent), wooden characters, and an irritating soundtrack.”
monetization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized, with users labeling it as a cash grab due to the release of a $10 guide as DLC and the developers' apparent abandonment of the game in favor of promoting a sequel. Many feel that the game is incomplete and that the focus on monetization undermines its quality, leading to frustration among players who expected a more polished experience. Overall, the sentiment suggests a lack of trust in the developers' commitment to improving the game.
- “The game was abandoned by the developers half-finished to make another game in a cash grab effort.”
- “The idea that there is a $10 guide labeled as a DLC makes this seem like a big cash grab that will never get better than what I'm seeing now.”
- “Game no longer works after releasing 2 new DLCs on a cash grab, then they expect me to figure the problem for them by running my event viewer to see what is causing the crash.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
17%
33%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by its authentic and cozy rural setting, which allows players to immerse themselves in a heartfelt experience filled with engaging interactions and relationships. While some may find the pacing slow, the beautiful graphics and satisfying goals contribute to a rich and enjoyable ambiance that resonates with those who prioritize atmosphere and story.
- “Despite these shortcomings, the game’s world carries a certain authenticity and atmosphere that make it easy to lose yourself in.”
- “Yet, beneath these flaws is a sincere game with heart and personality, one that resonates most with players who value atmosphere and story over polish and precision.”
- “You get to manage crops, fix up your inherited farm, interact with neighbors, and even build relationships, all wrapped in a cozy rural atmosphere.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is considered basic, with comical and meme-worthy designs that some find strange or off-putting. Additionally, there are issues with animations, as NPCs exhibit erratic behavior, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The character designs are comical and meme-worthy.”
- “You have basic character development.”
- “Unfortunately, the character design is a bit strange – people don’t look right, and a few animations seem to be missing; NPCs suddenly start running for no reason, before promptly stopping and standing still.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
The game's lack of mod support significantly limits its replayability, as players feel that the addition of user-generated content like new maps and equipment could greatly enhance the experience. As it stands, many users find the replay value to be virtually nonexistent.
- “Had it been more open for modding, which would allow more maps and equipment, the replayability value would be insane.”
- “It has no mod support, therefore it has zero replay value.”
- “Once you complete the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The lack of diverse gameplay options makes replaying feel tedious.”