Farming Simulator 2013

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Farming Simulator 2013® Titanium is a farming simulation game that offers players the opportunity to manage their own farm in a vast open world, complete with animal husbandry, crops, and sales. The game features over a hundred faithfully recreated farming vehicles and machines from major brands, and includes an online mode for up to 10 players to manage a farm together and share mods. The game provides a deep and engaging simulation experience for farming enthusiasts.

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90%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,677 reviews

graphics38 positive mentions

grinding488 negative mentions

The game offers a relaxing and immersive farming experience, allowing players to manage their own farm and crops.
The modding community is active, providing a wealth of additional content and customization options.
The graphics and attention to detail in the vehicles and environment enhance the overall gameplay experience.

The gameplay can become repetitive and tedious over time, especially without the use of mods.
The physics engine is often criticized for being unrealistic, leading to frustrating moments during gameplay.
The lack of a competitive element or meaningful objectives can make the game feel aimless for some players.

grinding
489 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews for "grinding" in Farming Simulator 2013 highlight a mixed experience; while some players find the repetitive tasks of farming and managing equipment to be relaxing and enjoyable, others describe it as tedious and monotonous. Many users appreciate the game's ability to immerse them in farming life, but caution that it requires a significant time investment, often likening it to a second job. Overall, the grinding aspect is seen as a core part of the experience, appealing primarily to those who genuinely enjoy farming simulations.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “This means hours of tedious/boring play, inching up in earnings.”
- “The farming aspect of it is boring but if you play multiplayer with your friend and spend the whole time racing each other in tractors/harvesters it's the funniest game ever.”
graphics
83 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
46%
8%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players noting that while they are decent and well-detailed for an older title, they do show signs of aging compared to newer games. Some users appreciate the game's ability to run smoothly on lower-end systems, while others criticize the dated visuals and occasional graphical glitches. Overall, the graphics are considered satisfactory for gameplay, but players seeking high-end visuals may want to explore more recent titles.
- “The graphics are amazing for a game of this caliber, and the gameplay is very smooth. Though there are minor glitches here and there, they are quite entertaining and not game-breaking.”
- “Fantastic graphics, exciting gameplay, and more.”
- “The game's graphics are impressive, with a well-designed environment and detailed equipment.”
- “Whenever I get close to the chicken coop, the screen freezes, but the game keeps running (you can tell by the sound, because it responds to the controls). I have a laptop with UHD graphics, so I think that's why.”
- “The graphics hurt my brain. The game is great for farming wannabes, but you should get 2015+.”
- “Cheap but horrible graphics, little and bad beginners help, and overwhelming junk.”
gameplay
69 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
72%
7%
The gameplay is generally praised for its solid mechanics, smooth controls, and the ability to enhance the experience through a robust modding community. While some players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in realism, many appreciate the relaxing nature of the simulation and the variety of tasks available, including side missions and animal management. Overall, the game offers a mix of enjoyable mechanics and opportunities for customization, though it may be daunting for newcomers.
- “I played every farming simulator since 2013 (on Xbox) and I personally like this one the most as it has solid game mechanics without all the fluff.”
- “The gameplay is very well done, with integrated Xbox 360 controller support that requires minimal tinkering.”
- “Gameplay is fun and addictive, and the detail in the game shows how much effort the developers put into it.”
- “As of downsides, the simulation is far from well-being and from reality in many aspects, starting from engine and physics, going with visuals, stupid gameplay challenges, unhelpful tutorials and so on.”
- “Go buy GTA or something; the graphics are horrid and the gameplay is so boring. I don't know how one can do it, and I have a ton of hours on it thinking it could be fun, but it's not.”
- “Mechanics are clunky at best, controls frequently leave you feeling rather hamfisted, and the gameplay is centered around pure grinding interspaced with some really bad 'challenges'.”
story
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
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9%
The game's story is minimal, with players primarily creating their own narrative through farming and managing resources. While there are missions available, they are often repetitive and lack depth, focusing mainly on mundane tasks like mowing lawns or transporting goods, which detracts from the overall experience. Many players express disappointment over the absence of a compelling storyline or engaging mission variety, leading to a sense of monotony in gameplay.
- “The game's missions are well-designed, offering a good variety of tasks and challenges for players to complete.”
- “There are also separate missions to boost your income, animals to tend, the continual feeding of grass clippings into the biogas plant which produces fertilizer for your crops, and an active modding community producing new maps and equipment to download and enhance gameplay.”
- “There is no storyline, no tutorial, no ending.”
- “The game itself has no story, apart from the story you create by expanding your one small field into a farming empire with every field on the map under your control!”
- “There are only two types of missions that ask you to mow some grass or move heavy equipment across the town.”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
71%
18%
The music in the game is highly praised, with many players enjoying the soundtrack and finding it addictive while engaging in gameplay. Users appreciate the ability to listen to their own music, often associating it with a relaxing farming experience, though some note the absence of an integrated music player. Overall, the music enhances the enjoyment of the game, making it a perfect backdrop for leisurely farming activities.
- “It's amazing, I love the soundtrack; it's bopping!”
- “Instead, I found myself singing the chorus to Craig Morgan's 'International Harvester' song over and over again as I putted down the road of middle America on my Amazone mower at a whopping 6 mph!”
- “Some cons for me were the lack of an integrated music player like in Euro Truck Simulator 2.”
- “Music/sfx: na - calm music on menus only.”
- “If for nothing more than the fact that I could turn on some music and unwind after a long day's work and plow my digital fields.”
stability
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
82%
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent glitches and occasional freezes, particularly in multiplayer modes. While some find the bugs amusing and part of the fun, others note that they can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences. Overall, the game runs well on various systems, but players should be prepared for some instability and quirky physics.
- “It's bug free and runs on relatively low-end machines.”
- “Runs great on Mac and PC.”
- “Surprising amount of gameplay for a simulator, mostly bug-free, though be careful as physics can often leave you stuck in the most precarious of positions.”
- “Whenever I get close to the chicken coop, the screen freezes, but the game keeps running (you can tell by the sound, because it responds to the controls). I have a laptop with UHD graphics, so I think that's why.”
- “A fun game that requires a lot of your time; however, the game has a lot of glitches that can make it frustrating at times.”
- “Lag issues and small freezes can occur in multiplayer, but that's not the game's fault.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is primarily derived from its amusing glitches and bizarre physics, such as flying tractors and upside-down harvesters, which players find entertaining despite the repetitive gameplay. While some users suggest waiting for a sale, they generally agree that the game's comedic elements make it a fun experience, especially for fans of simulation games. Overall, the humor adds a unique charm that enhances the enjoyment of the game.
- “The physics are not good, but they can make the game funny, like a flying tractor or upside-down harvester.”
- “Really funny game!”
- “Too funny to be a farming simulator ^^”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while many users report smooth performance on older and mid-range systems, some express concerns about poor optimization and suggest the need for improvements to the game engine. Most players experience no significant performance or graphical issues, indicating that the game runs well for a majority of configurations.
- “Runs with ease on my old Mac as well, so performance shouldn't be an issue.”
- “The graphics are great, and so is the performance of the game, which plays very well on most mid-range laptops.”
- “I have 0 performance issues or graphic issues.”
- “It's poorly optimized.”
- “I'd like to see the game engine heavily optimized.”
- “-the engine only loads up so much of the surrounding area as a radius as much as it will allow so that the performance won't bog down so much if it were to be unlimited.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The game offers significant replayability, with some users rating it as high as 9/10, though it can become repetitive quickly. While the graphics are lacking, the sound design is appreciated, and the availability of numerous mods can enhance the experience. However, players express a desire for more complex systems, such as realistic financial mechanics, to further enrich replay value.
- “Replay value: 9/10”
- “It does have a lot of replayability, and while the graphics are questionable, the good sound makes up for that.”
- “There are a ton of mods out there to make it better and extend the replay value.”
- “Gets very repetitive very quickly, but there are a ton of mods out there to make it better and extend the replay value.”
- “I also wish there was a more realistic money/loans/taxes/grants system because I honestly think it would add to replay value.”
- “Fun but has a questionable price. It does have a lot of replayability, but the graphics are bad. The good sound makes up for that, but even the sound is limited.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game incorporates real money transactions for in-game purchases, allowing players to buy various items or enhancements. This monetization model has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the optional nature of purchases, while others criticize it for potentially creating a pay-to-win environment.
- “The game heavily relies on real money for in-game purchases, making it feel more like a cash grab than a fun experience.”
- “I was disappointed to find that many features are locked behind a paywall, forcing players to spend money to enjoy the full game.”
- “The monetization strategy is aggressive, with constant prompts to buy items that should be earnable through gameplay.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by well-rendered animals that exhibit fluid movement, contributing both to the immersive environment and to the core gameplay mechanics.
- “The animals in the game are rendered beautifully, with fluid movement that enhances the overall atmosphere while also being integral to the core gameplay.”
- “The immersive atmosphere created by the stunning visuals and sound design truly draws you into the game world.”
- “Every element of the environment contributes to a rich atmosphere that makes exploration feel rewarding and engaging.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the game is praised for its fun and addictive gameplay, it lacks a significant emotional depth, focusing more on providing wholesome entertainment rather than evoking strong feelings.