Farming Simulator 22

Farming Simulator 22 is a deep dive into the farming experience, giving players a lot of ways to make money if they're willing to put in the time.

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Farming Simulator 22 offers a robust farming experience, with over 400 machines and tools from brands like John Deere, Case IH, and New Holland. Cultivate crops across diverse seasons and climates, raise animals, and manage production chains to create and sell goods. Build and expand your farm with new machinery, fields, and production facilities.

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74%

Audience ScoreBased on 41,632 reviews

graphics924 positive mentions

grinding5,773 negative mentions

grinding
5,861 mentions
0 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
98 % negative mentions
The reviews for "Farming Simulator 22" highlight a significant amount of grinding involved in gameplay, which some players find tedious while others appreciate as part of the farming experience. Many users note that the game can be relaxing and rewarding, especially for those who enjoy the process of building and managing a farm, but it often requires a substantial time investment to progress. Overall, while the grinding aspect can be a barrier for casual players, dedicated fans of the genre find it adds depth and realism to the simulation.
- “If you are a farmer looking to play a farming game while you're not farming, then this game is worth it.”
- “If you like farming, then I bet you would love this game, and also if you like building out trucks, then you will also like this game.”
- “I work in agriculture normally and love my job, not farming exactly but still under the umbrella of agriculture.”
- “Get your heads out of your rear ends and fix your games before releasing sequels because this right here has turned me completely off the idea of purchasing Farming Sim 25.”
- “If you are not a farmer and need some quality punishment and pointless grinding, the game is right for you.”
- “The gameplay is very faffy and tedious, it becomes frustrating very quickly.”
graphics
2,172 mentions
43 % positive mentions
54 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The graphics in Farming Simulator 22 have received mixed reviews, with many players noting significant improvements over its predecessor, FS19, particularly in terms of detail and realism. However, some users express disappointment, citing performance issues, graphical glitches, and a lack of substantial upgrades compared to previous versions. Overall, while the game showcases beautiful landscapes and detailed machinery, it requires a capable PC to fully enjoy its graphical enhancements.
- “With its breathtaking graphics, detailed machinery, and realistic agricultural processes, I envisioned endless hours of planting, harvesting, and nurturing livestock.”
- “The game's visuals are truly stunning, with highly detailed environments and realistic lighting effects that bring the world to life.”
- “The graphics are incredibly detailed, with lush landscapes and highly realistic farming equipment that make the farming world come alive.”
- “The graphics are a joke for a game that released in 2021 and it's annoying as hell because I know so much more would have been possible...”
- “I regret I didn't ask for a refund after 2 hours but I really thought I would be able to fix this bad performance since the graphics make the game look like it was released in 2010 at best.”
- “This game is now an embarrassment, the graphics are terribly outdated.”
gameplay
1,184 mentions
28 % positive mentions
70 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Farming Simulator 22 is characterized by its relaxing pace and deep mechanics, offering a blend of immersive farming activities and strategic management. While many players appreciate the attention to detail and the variety of gameplay options, including seasonal cycles and production chains, some express frustration with bugs, a steep learning curve, and the reliance on mods to enhance the experience. Overall, the game provides a satisfying and engaging farming simulation, though it may require patience and adaptation to fully enjoy its complexities.
- “Unlike more fast-paced genres, Farming Simulator 22 shines in its ability to slow things down, providing a more relaxed and enjoyable gameplay experience.”
- “The gameplay mechanics of Farming Simulator 22 strike the perfect balance between accessibility and depth.”
- “With its attention to detail, expansive gameplay mechanics, seasonal cycles, licensed machinery, and engaging multiplayer mode, it is a must-play for anyone who enjoys the farming lifestyle or is simply looking for a unique and relaxing gaming experience.”
- “The game crashed 7 times on me before I could even get to the gameplay.”
- “At the current state, it's a 'go to sleep' simulator since none of the many gameplay options allow you to change crop growth.”
- “Broken game, some harvesters do not offload into trailers meaning you could spend a load of time harvesting a large field and then you can't do anything with the harvest.”
stability
592 mentions
4 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
96 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous players reporting persistent bugs, crashes, and freezing issues that significantly hinder gameplay. Many users express frustration over the lack of timely fixes from the developers, leading to a perception that the game remains unfinished and overly reliant on mods to function properly. While some acknowledge improvements over previous versions, the overall consensus is that the game is still plagued by stability problems that detract from the experience.
- “The game runs great, both on PC and Mac (writing this on my Mac Air M2), although it could be a bit more optimized on macOS.”
- “The game runs great on a GTX 1080 Ti and I usually have no problems.”
- “It is the most complete, bug-free, total experience game I've seen come out in years.”
- “After 2 weeks of playing, the game won't load anymore, just freezes. I tried everything to fix it, nothing worked. It's out of my library now; I have a new computer, and it says the real engine failed. Pathetic.”
- “Still incredibly buggy after 3 years. Instead of addressing/fixing them, they instead focus on another game, which will probably be another buggy mess.”
- “The game is a huge buggy mess at launch.”
story
370 mentions
5 % positive mentions
73 % neutral mentions
22 % negative mentions
The game lacks a traditional storyline, with many users noting that it operates more as a sandbox experience where players create their own narratives through gameplay. While some players express a desire for a structured story mode or more engaging missions, others appreciate the freedom to develop their own farming journey without a predefined plot. Overall, the absence of a significant narrative is a common theme, with many reviews indicating that the focus is on gameplay mechanics rather than storytelling.
- “While Farming Simulator 2022 may not be for everyone, especially those seeking fast-paced action or dramatic storylines, for those who appreciate the simple pleasures of life and the satisfaction of hard work, it offers a uniquely fulfilling experience.”
- “The replayability is very high since each time you play there's a new and different story and experience.”
- “Very nice game and it's nice to create your own story in this game.”
- “There's zero story, and the gameplay is by definition a repetitive grind.”
- “No story to speak of, which isn't unusual for this series.”
- “A story mode that both teaches you how to farm and gives some sort of progression would have really helped, I think.”
optimization
346 mentions
17 % positive mentions
43 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users reporting severe stuttering, frame drops, and poor performance even on high-end systems. Despite some improvements over previous versions, the game is criticized for not effectively utilizing modern hardware and for running primarily on a single CPU core, leading to a frustrating experience for players. Overall, many recommend waiting for further updates and optimizations before purchasing.
- “Great performance.”
- “The game runs great, both on PC and Mac (writing this on my Mac Air M2), although it could be a bit more optimized on macOS.”
- “Game feels way smoother than FS19, they have definitely optimized the game.”
- “The game, like I mentioned earlier, is terribly optimized, and if I remember correctly, it runs on a single core?”
- “I regret I didn't ask for a refund after 2 hours but I really thought I would be able to fix this bad performance since the graphics make the game look like it was released in 2010 at best.”
- “Despite more than 200 critical reported bugs in fs22 over 2.5 years, the game remains incredibly buggy, unfinished, and performance is still terrible.”
music
106 mentions
21 % positive mentions
75 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as soothing and immersive, enhancing the relaxing farming experience, with many players enjoying the ability to listen to their own music or podcasts while playing. However, some users find the in-game music selection lacking, with repetitive radio stations and a few tracks deemed unpleasant. Overall, the game is praised for its calming ambiance, making it a great choice for casual play while enjoying background music.
- “The soundtrack complements the farming ambiance perfectly, with soothing tunes that enhance the immersive nature of the game.”
- “This game helps calm you down with the music and driving.”
- “If you want a relaxing game to listen to music and podcasts, this is perfect for that.”
- “Can not pick your own music.”
- “Also, side note: some of the music included in the game is so bad that it's actually painful.”
- “I will say the radio stations in FS 22 are great; unfortunately, after you listen to the twelve songs on that station, it repeats.”
humor
106 mentions
96 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it both hilarious and relaxing, often enhanced by amusing glitches and quirky physics. Many reviews highlight the joy of playing with friends, where the absurdity of the gameplay leads to memorable and funny moments. Overall, the game is seen as a comedic escape, perfect for those looking to unwind while enjoying some lighthearted fun.
- “Overall, Farming Simulator 2022 is a hilarious, comedic farming extravaganza that's perfect for anyone who wants a break from reality and dive headfirst into a virtual farm.”
- “It's the kind of game that'll have you laughing at the absurdity of it all while secretly getting emotionally attached to your pixelated crops.”
- “But the main factor of playing it is for me in multiplayer where you can always get on the nerves of your friends, doing funny stuff, using bugs, etc.”
- “This is a joke and it's not funny.”
- “Not funny waiting 6 days for harvesting soybeans.”
monetization
54 mentions
6 % positive mentions
9 % neutral mentions
85 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with players expressing frustration over the prevalence of in-game advertisements and overpriced DLCs that detract from the overall experience. Many reviewers feel that the aggressive push for additional content and microtransactions undermines the game's value and immersion, leading to a decline in player satisfaction. Despite some enjoyment of the gameplay itself, the overwhelming focus on monetization has left a negative impression on the community.
- “I fully support monetization of DLCs in this franchise (they have a steady pacing of releases, some of which are free), but the overall value seems to be decreasing - and so too has the frequency and scale of sales.”
- “I love it, but the post-launch development and ongoing monetization are at all-time lows for the series.”
- “I don't agree with their monetization strategy, but the game is super fun.”
- “While there are plenty of other maps (made by modders, of course) that don't have these DLC-advertising billboards, the fact that the default game is basically a big ad designed to get players to pay extra for missing content shows just how far Giants Software has fallen.”
- “However, the increasingly aggressive monetization and what feels like increasingly frequent hollow promises is slowly killing the game for me.”
- “This version of Giants Farming Simulator introduced advertisements everywhere, and they are DLC adverts, even when the server is serving you ads, and when it's all up and working properly, you will get 60 of them, that's right folks, 60 billboards and signs!”
replayability
54 mentions
52 % positive mentions
43 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The game boasts exceptional replayability, largely attributed to its active modding community, which continually introduces new content and features. Players report endless hours of fun and a wealth of activities, ensuring that the experience remains fresh and engaging. Overall, the combination of built-in content and extensive mod support results in a game that is considered infinitely replayable.
- “Fantastic modding community adding endless new machines and maps to make high replayability without getting dull.”
- “The bottom line is there are thousands of mods, and that alone makes Farming Simulator 22's replay value very high.”
- “I expected fixes and the game becoming more playable.”
- “The game is filled with content and you have basically infinite replayability (you decide when you end a game and start a new one). I would recommend watching some YouTube videos on it before you decide to buy it.”
- “But this has a lot more replayability than that.”
atmosphere
22 mentions
45 % positive mentions
41 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its relaxing and immersive qualities, enhanced by good graphics, weather effects, and a day-night cycle that contribute to an authentic farming experience. However, some players note technical issues, such as AI glitches and a lack of depth in visual effects, which detract from the overall immersion. Despite these drawbacks, many recommend the game for its tranquil environment and the enjoyable sense of productivity it offers.
- “The physics of farming activities, weather effects, and the day-night cycle create an authentic farming atmosphere.”
- “I'd recommend this game based upon the developers' quality game history of providing something you can play for hours and enjoy its atmospheric tranquility.”
- “Nice relaxing atmosphere.”
- “There seems to be no atmosphere either, no heat rising, you can see 999999999km without any deterioration of vision in 31°C on a hot summer day... no depth of field either.”
- “New textures on the ground and vehicles, but the lighting and the atmosphere look pretty much the same as in FS19.”
- “If you play with the seasons off you can plant/harvest whatever/whenever, but for a real farming atmosphere you need to have them on.”
emotional
16 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players describe the game as a deeply relaxing and wholesome experience that fosters emotional attachment to its charming pixelated elements, particularly the farming mechanics. The blend of humor and education creates a unique atmosphere that keeps players engaged and entertained for hours, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a comforting gaming experience. Overall, it evokes a sense of nostalgia and joy, encouraging players to return time and again.
- “It's the kind of game that'll have you laughing at the absurdity of it all while secretly getting emotionally attached to your pixelated crops.”
- “Made me feel like a true farmer.”
- “Probably one of the most relaxed and wholesome games I have ever played.”