Farming Simulator 25

Farming Simulator 25 offers an immersive farming experience with a vast array of machinery to operate and numerous tasks to complete, providing something for everyone at a whole new level of gameplay.

78%Game Brain Score

graphics, gameplay

grinding, optimization

81% User Score Based on 16,948 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 7 reviews

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Farming Simulator 25 floods the fields with a host of new machines, gameplay features, visual upgrades, and even fresh water to grow rice - adding even more agricultural depth and diversity to the family-friendly series.

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 16,955 reviews

graphics837 positive mentions

grinding3.3k negative mentions

Farming Simulator 25 offers an immersive and detailed farming experience, with stunning graphics and realistic environmental effects that enhance gameplay.
The new gameplay features, such as dynamic soil deformation and enhanced weather effects, provide a nice evolution from previous titles.
The atmosphere is praised for its cozy rural ambiance, with players forming emotional connections to their farming experiences.

The game suffers from numerous bugs, crashes, and performance issues, leading many players to feel it is unfinished and reminiscent of an early access title.
Many players feel that the game lacks significant innovation compared to its predecessor, FS22, and is perceived as a cash grab with recycled content.
The grinding aspect of the game can become tedious, with repetitive tasks and a lack of depth in gameplay mechanics, making progression feel slow and unengaging.

grinding
3,308 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
99%
The grinding aspect of "Farming Simulator 25" has received mixed feedback from players. While many appreciate the immersive and detailed farming experience, they also note that the repetitive nature of tasks can become tedious, often requiring significant time investment to progress. Some players feel that the game lacks depth in certain areas, such as precision farming, which could enhance the gameplay and reduce the grind, leading to a sentiment that it may feel more like an incremental update rather than a substantial new entry in the series.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “This game really just showcases heavy industrial farm equipment and its use, not farming in general.”
- “A simulation game as deep and detailed as this should strive to explain each fundamental aspect clearly, ensuring that players are equipped to manage their farms effectively. The main goal is not buying vehicles; the game is called Farming Simulator, not Farming Vehicles Simulator.”
- “This should be a core feature of any farming simulation, yet it feels like an afterthought.”
- “If you already own farming simulator 22 with mods, there is no point in buying this game.”
- “Farming simulator 25 feels more like a €49.99 DLC for farming simulator 22 than a true next-gen title, with its limited content and noticeable technical flaws.”
graphics
2,571 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
61%
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The graphics in Farming Simulator 25 have received mixed reviews, with many players noting significant improvements over its predecessor, FS22, particularly in lighting, weather effects, and overall visual fidelity. However, numerous reports of graphical glitches, performance issues, and the inability to adjust settings in-game have led to frustration among users, especially those with high-end PCs. While some players appreciate the enhanced realism and detail, others feel that the graphical upgrades do not justify the game's price, citing it as a minor update rather than a substantial evolution in the series.
- “The graphics are stunning, and the new weather aspects bring realism to the gameplay.”
- “The visuals in Farming Simulator 25 are breathtaking, with expansive, lush fields, beautifully rendered machinery, and intricate environments.”
- “The graphics have been significantly enhanced—everything from the landscapes to the vehicles looks more polished and realistic, which really brings the farming experience to life.”
- “The graphics are outdated, the gameplay is stale, and absolutely nothing feels improved.”
- “The graphics are still not that great.”
- “The graphics look the same, the vehicles are the same (except there's less), everything is the same besides worse ai and some new crops.”
optimization
1,070 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
50%
39%
The optimization of Farming Simulator 25 has been widely criticized, with many players reporting severe stuttering, frame drops, and graphical glitches, even on high-end systems. While some users noted improvements after initial shader caching, the overall performance remains inconsistent and often unplayable, leading to numerous refunds. Many reviews express hope for future patches to address these issues, but the game's current state is seen as a significant step back from its predecessor, FS22.
- “Only need a little optimization for better FPS performance in online multiplayer gaming.”
- “After some bug fixing and improving the performance, this will be my time-sink of choice.”
- “Just the performance improvements alone make the game worth it!”
- “Terribly optimized, lags in any multiplayer server when two players are using wifi, throws you when you try to use forks on a loader.”
- “The performance is terrible, enough to make me refund it within 30 minutes.”
- “Refunded, runs really bad on my 4090... stuttering like mad, even after reducing the settings.”
gameplay
1,026 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
70%
6%
The gameplay of Farming Simulator 25 has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the improved graphics and new mechanics, such as dynamic soil deformation and enhanced weather effects. However, several users have criticized the game for its lack of significant innovation compared to its predecessor, FS22, citing repetitive tasks, bugs, and a reliance on community mods to enhance the experience. While the core gameplay remains enjoyable for fans of the genre, the overall execution feels rushed and underdeveloped, leaving room for improvement in future updates.
- “Farming simulator 25 is a masterclass in farming simulation, blending the best elements of agricultural life with realistic gameplay mechanics.”
- “The gameplay is incredibly immersive, offering a rich and satisfying farming experience.”
- “The new gameplay features are a nice evolution from previous titles, I like those.”
- “The graphics are outdated, the gameplay is stale, and absolutely nothing feels improved.”
- “Farming simulator 25 is a cash grab with no effort put into fixing long-standing issues or improving gameplay.”
- “The game is buggy, lacking in content and the base-game mechanics are incredibly shallow and arcade-like for a 'simulation'.”
stability
869 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
94%
The stability of Farming Simulator 25 has been widely criticized, with many players reporting numerous bugs, crashes, and graphical glitches that significantly detract from the gameplay experience. While some users find the game enjoyable despite these issues, the consensus is that it feels unfinished and requires substantial patches to address the myriad of technical problems. Overall, players recommend waiting for updates before fully committing to the game, as its current state is reminiscent of an early access title.
- “All in all, my game has been fairly bug free.”
- “Runs great...looks good on my rig and I haven't seen bugs yet.”
- “Game runs great, no lag or stuttering, have a solid 100 fps on max settings.”
- “In my experience with this game so far, cruise control doesn't work at all no matter what button I map it to, the AI workers are really buggy with their pathing (never have they acted like this in previous games to my knowledge), and after buying my first vehicle, the game has now crashed 3 times.”
- “I regret buying this buggy shit game.”
- “The game is very buggy, lags and has many stuttering, graphical issues.”
story
212 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
78%
17%
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth, with many users noting that there is little to no narrative beyond a basic premise of inheriting a farm. While some players appreciate the introduction of new mission types, they often find the execution flawed due to numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay. Overall, the consensus is that the story is minimal and does not significantly enhance the gaming experience.
- “Gud farming, great storyline.”
- “The game is the same game with a fresh new look, different mechanics (some good and some bad), but I enjoy the new AI; it's a lot more helpful. I enjoy the basic storyline and will definitely get this for my wife so we can farm together again.”
- “I like the storyline from the new maps too; they feel more thought out.”
- “There's not much story, just the standard story from your grandpa who gives you his farm, but still a very relaxing game.”
- “No progression, no in-game goals, no story, no tech tree, nothing.”
- “There is no story, there are no quests, although there are contracts that are sort of like quests.”
atmosphere
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
22%
5%
The atmosphere in the game is widely praised for its stunning graphics, realistic lighting, and immersive sound design, creating a relaxing and dynamic farming experience. Players appreciate the detailed environmental effects, such as dynamic weather, fog, and terrain deformation, which enhance the sense of realism and immersion. Overall, the game is noted for its cozy rural ambiance and significant improvements over previous titles, making it a standout in terms of atmospheric quality.
- “Visually, FS25 is stunning—textures, lighting, and landscapes are better than ever, creating a truly immersive atmosphere.”
- “Sporting a lovely rural and cozy atmosphere, I love how it centers around the river, even having fog covering much of the lower parts in the mornings and evenings as a result.”
- “This game expands on the giants engine and is one of the best-looking games so far, not only with new add-ons like morning fog, but the atmosphere feels correct, unlike previous titles where something always felt wrong about the shaders.”
- “Every aspect of nature feels alive, with dynamic weather patterns, realistic lighting effects, and an immersive day-night cycle that adds to the atmosphere.”
- “And let’s not forget the machine sounds, which are incredibly authentic and really pull you into the farming atmosphere.”
humor
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in Farming Simulator 25 is characterized by a mix of amusing glitches and lighthearted moments, particularly when playing with friends. Players find joy in the game's absurdities, such as cows in goat buildings and unexpected physics, which often lead to hilarious situations. While some bugs can be frustrating, they frequently contribute to the overall comedic experience, making the game a source of laughter amidst its simulation challenges.
- “Farming Simulator 25 has been a hilarious time playing with my brothers on our own server.”
- “If you ever get frustrated, just remember: the cows are laughing at you.”
- “I had fog at 12 o'clock in the afternoon in the middle of August, and if you are not laughing yet, I drove straight into, stopped, and got out in the middle of a twister!”
monetization
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of Farming Simulator 25 has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with players noting a lack of effort in addressing long-standing issues and an overwhelming presence of advertisements for both in-game content and external brands. Many reviewers express disappointment over the game's reliance on recycled content and excessive promotional material, leading to a perception of laziness and a decline in quality. Overall, the sentiment is that the game prioritizes profit over player experience, making it difficult for fans to recommend it, especially to newcomers.
- “Farming Simulator 25 is a cash grab with no effort put into fixing long-standing issues or improving gameplay.”
- “Sadly, Giants opted to display large advertisement billboards, not only for their own content like season pass or gold edition, but for other companies (Acer, in this case) in the game.”
- “As FS25 is currently (12-24-2024), I would not consider it an improvement on FS22 and more of a cash grab. Overall, the game is full of bugs and glitches among other things, and I wouldn't recommend that a person buys the game, especially people new to the series.”
music
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
49%
17%
The music aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with players enjoying the wide range of music available for farming, particularly country tunes that enhance the relaxing experience. However, there are significant complaints about the downgraded menu music, which many find disappointing compared to previous versions. Overall, while the in-game music adds to the enjoyment, the menu soundtrack has left some players dissatisfied.
- “Been having a blast jamming to music and farming my heart out.”
- “Great game to just lean back and relax, listen to some music, while you manage your fields and/or productions.”
- “Simplicity is what matters most, just play some music, enjoy the view, and farm as you'd like to.”
- “The only thing I have to complain about is the soundtrack; 22's soundtrack was a banger, we need another like that.”
- “Some of the biggest losses I've seen are the lack of vehicles, especially since most are just straight out of FS22 with no changes. The new menus are yucky and clunky, in the shop there is no longer the old 'garage' or 'leases' feature and now it's its own menu that is hard to navigate and doesn't provide images unless you click on it. The driving feels a bit sluggish, the menu music is honestly horrendous, especially compared to older menu music such as 'Tread Fast' by Big Top.”
- “Menu music downgrade.”
emotional
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, often feeling deeply invested in their farming experiences, such as forming attachments to animals and equipment. While some find joy and nostalgia in the mechanics, others report frustration and sadness due to technical issues and perceived lack of content, leading to a mix of emotional highs and lows. Overall, the game elicits a range of feelings, from joy and attachment to frustration and disappointment.
- “10/10 – I’m emotionally attached to a cow named Bessie.”
- “Seriously, I’ve never been more emotionally invested in the life cycle of a potato.”
- “But next thing I knew, I was emotionally attached to my tractor, crying when I missed a harvest, and googling 'how to get your life back after 100 hours of farming.' Spoiler: you don't.”
replayability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
58%
21%
The replayability of the game is currently limited, with many users expressing hope for future updates to enhance its playability. While the multiplayer mode and modding community offer some replay value, the game’s initial issues have hindered its overall appeal. However, the blend of strategic planning and teamwork in gameplay suggests potential for a more engaging experience if improvements are made.
- “The multiplayer mode also adds replayability.”
- “The sense of teamwork is one of the most rewarding aspects of Farming Simulator 25, and it truly enhances the game's replay value.”
- “This blend of strategic planning, hands-on management, and cooperative play ensures that Farming Simulator 25 remains endlessly replayable and consistently captivating.”
- “Mods are the only way these games are playable.”
- “So I really wouldn't recommend this game, not as it is right now, but we can hope that they will come up with some kind of update that would make the game more playable.”
- “Although the game had a rough start at launch, the devs did get to fixing it up and making it more playable.”

73%Critics’ scoreBased on 7 critic reviews

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19h Median play time

104h Average play time

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