FarmVille 2: Country Escape

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FarmVille 2: Country Escape is a business strategy game that can be played single-player or in co-op mode on mobile and desktop devices. It offers Checkers gameplay, humor, and a wholesome story, but can be very grinding and is plagued by bugs. While it can be played offline, the game does contain ads that may disturb the player. According to The New York Times, it received a positive reception upon its release in 2014.

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,999 reviews

graphics180 positive mentions

stability1.3k negative mentions

The game is incredibly addictive and fun, with engaging graphics and a variety of tasks.
The co-op feature allows for social interaction and teamwork, enhancing the overall experience.
The game offers a good balance of free-to-play options, allowing players to progress without spending real money.

The game frequently crashes and freezes, making it frustrating to play and often resulting in lost progress.
Many players report issues with connectivity, particularly with Facebook, which hinders their ability to interact with friends and co-op members.
The storage system is limited, causing players to frequently run out of space for items, and the upgrade materials take up valuable inventory space.

stability
1,316 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
99%
The stability of the game has been a significant concern among users, with numerous reports of frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that hinder gameplay. Many players express frustration over losing progress and rewards due to these issues, despite following troubleshooting steps and reaching out to support. Overall, while the game has potential, the persistent stability problems have led to a disappointing experience for many long-time players.
- “It's a good game, I've run into no glitches.”
- “Also due to its age - there are no glitches, it is super easy to learn and quick to progress through the lower levels.”
- “I play this game on my iPad and it runs great.”
- “I play for a few minutes and then it freezes or crashes, setting me back the progress I made.”
- “I've played it for a long time and then stopped for a while, however when I reload it on my phone there are small glitches like: they give you the option to earn keys by watching videos, but when it's done you never actually receive the key; also, after you watch the videos for prizes like keys you have to log out to return to the game, thereby losing the prize.”
- “Game freezes and crashes all the time upon loading or it will let you think you're going to be able to play and it closes on its own within 2 minutes.”
graphics
279 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
32%
4%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their quality, cuteness, and overall appeal, often highlighting the charming animations and vibrant visuals. However, several users report issues such as graphical glitches, lag, and freezing, which detract from the experience. While some appreciate the graphics as a standout feature, others feel improvements are needed to address the technical problems affecting gameplay.
- “The graphics are amazing and so lifelike, which makes me feel like I am running my own real-life farm.”
- “I love the graphics, events, goods market, helpful co-op community - everything about this game.”
- “The graphics are splendid and there is a lot of work to accomplish in this game.”
- “The game is very slow, the graphics are also too plain and boring.”
- “The graphics are old fashioned and it's time when you build a new structure takes so long.”
- “Very bad experience.. it is nothing as shown in given pictures.. it freezes mid way and the graphics are too bad to play in.. it needs improvement.”
story
251 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
85%
4%
The story aspect of the game is characterized by a plethora of quests that keep players engaged, but many users express frustration over technical issues, such as glitches and unregistered tasks, which hinder their progress. While the quests are generally seen as fun and challenging, the overwhelming number of simultaneous tasks and the need for in-game purchases to advance can detract from the overall experience. Players appreciate the charming characters and graphics, but the frequent bugs and connectivity problems significantly impact their enjoyment of the storyline.
- “The characters are cute and it is fun to follow along with the different storylines.”
- “I love the characters and the animals, and I love doing the quests and taking part in events.”
- “The story line is also great.”
- “The quests are forced on you and it totally guides you through everything; you don't have the freedom to build what you want.”
- “It's nearly impossible to complete pike's adventures with 1 plot that gives you 1 mineral every 15 minutes.”
- “I used to love these games, it's good, but I'm always getting bogged down with too many quests to complete with no resources to finish them.”
grinding
215 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
100%
The reviews highlight a mixed experience with grinding in the game, where players appreciate the farming mechanics and community interactions but express frustration over technical issues, tedious tasks, and excessive wait times. Many users find the game enjoyable and addictive, yet some feel that the grinding becomes monotonous and overly complicated, especially at higher levels, leading to a loss of interest. Overall, while the game offers a fun farming experience, improvements in gameplay balance and bug fixes are needed to enhance player satisfaction.
- “I'm going through withdrawal from not farming, lol.”
- “The grind is so satisfying; every level feels like a real achievement.”
- “I love how the grinding mechanics keep me engaged and motivated to improve my character.”
- “The game has become monotonous for me, and the contests, while originally fun, are tedious at best, and annoying at worst.”
- “This game not only freezes every 3-4 minutes causing many misclicks, this 'renaissance' event does not count items in your inventory like past ones have, making it impossible to complete without either grinding 24/7, or 'pay to win'.”
- “The tasks are getting more tedious, and I am only at level 35.”
monetization
129 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
23%
66%
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over frequent crashes and issues related to watching ads for rewards, which often do not deliver the promised items. While some users appreciate the option to earn in-game currency through ads, others feel that the game heavily pushes in-app purchases, making progress slow without spending money. Overall, the game is perceived as increasingly focused on generating revenue, leading to a less enjoyable experience for those unwilling to invest financially.
- “This game is one of the best farming games I have ever played ❤️👌 The graphics are great and there are no ads. You could also play it offline, but this game will get you addicted to it. Overall, it is very nice.”
- “A few glitches every now and then, but a great game to play whether you choose the in-game purchases or not.”
- “And if you do decide to make an in-app purchase, such as I did, you'll get a good amount for whatever package you choose.”
- “Progress in the game is dependent on in-app purchases; if you don't have the means to spend a lot of cash, advancement is very slow!”
- “They encourage you to watch ads to win prizes needed to play, but will often waste my time. After watching the ad, the game cheats you of your prize several times in a row. Time to find a new game, less frustrating.”
- “A returning player, it's sad to see how much of a cash grab this game has become. You never used to have to wait 2 days before you could purchase a piece of land that you have 100x the coins for. As I've played it over the years, you can really see how they are trying to squeeze every bit of revenue out of the game regardless of user experience.”
gameplay
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
46%
8%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its fun and addictive nature, as well as its improved mechanics compared to previous versions. However, numerous users have reported significant issues such as frequent bugs, lag, crashes, and connectivity problems that severely hinder the overall experience. While some appreciate the game's graphics and depth, the persistent technical difficulties have led to frustration and lower ratings from many players.
- “The gameplay is fun and addicting.”
- “I used to play the original version, and the gameplay is much improved in this version.”
- “Great graphics, fun gameplay, easy to control and figure out!”
- “And gameplay is buggy also, floating grass, tutorial stuck, loading screen stuck, cannot access anything at the beginning, etc. Please fix the game!”
- “On the 5G phone, the game constantly freezes and crashes when opening and during gameplay.”
- “The gameplay needs more improvement.”
music
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
82%
7%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the relaxing background tunes and event-specific tracks, while others express frustration over persistent glitches that reset sound settings and disrupt gameplay. Many users appreciate the calming nature of the music, but there are complaints about loud sound effects and issues with the game freezing or failing to respond during music events. Overall, while the music enhances the gaming experience for some, technical problems significantly detract from enjoyment for others.
- “I love this game, yes I have played this game on and off but I'm working and there is stuff that has got to be done but I love playing this game. Good graphics, nice calming music in my personal opinion, very cute animals.”
- “The graphics are good and the music is so relaxing; sometimes I feel sleepy.”
- “Whenever I am bored or worried about something, I play this game. The background music freshens my brain. I love this game so much; it's a very interesting game of peace and farming, maybe the best game in human history for me. Must try :)”
- “Every time the prize projector pops up, it reverts my settings to turn the music and sound effects back on.”
- “I don't like the music and the sound effects, so I turn them off in the settings, but for some reason every time I close out of the game and go back in, the sounds are back on.”
- “It has a lot of glitches and it also automatically changes the sound and music settings. It gets stuck in between and then I have to restart the game.”
optimization
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
52%
28%
The optimization of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users reporting persistent glitches, stuttering, and frequent crashes across multiple platforms. Despite attempts to implement suggested performance fixes, many players express frustration over the game's declining performance, particularly after recent updates, which have exacerbated issues rather than resolved them. Overall, the game's optimization is considered poor, leading to a frustrating experience that detracts from its otherwise enjoyable gameplay.
- “At least it runs smoothly and looks nice.”
- “Thank you for this app, I'm hoping that you will continue to give a better performance.”
- “Game is simply superb but, there are some bugs and need improvement which betters the performance of the game and people will easily get addicted to this.”
- “I want to love this game, and after playing it for almost 8 years, you would think you'd see the glitches and stuttering problems get resolved.”
- “The performance of this game has declined at least 75% with this new 'updated' version!”
- “Laggy, I play other games on my phone and they work totally fine, but when I come to this game, it is so laggy. I think your optimization in this game is very poor.”
emotional
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, highlighting feelings of attachment and nostalgia, but frustration arises from technical issues that lead to accidental losses of in-game currency and progress. Many users report feelings of wasted time and heartbreak due to these glitches, while others find solace and relaxation in the game's core activities like planting and harvesting. Overall, the emotional experience is a mix of love for the game and disappointment over its frustrating mechanics.
- “It really felt so emotional because I was so attached to this game for years, but unfortunately this happened and there isn't any way to retrieve the progress.”
- “I cried.”
- “Heartbreaking, don't know why.”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be entertaining and often hilarious, with many enjoying the social interactions and comedic moments it offers. However, technical issues and glitches detract from the humor, leading to frustration rather than laughter. Overall, while the game has its funny moments, the persistent problems can overshadow the enjoyment.
- “The game is fun to play and hilarious at times, just challenging when items or chests disappear.”
- “It's funny that all you got out of this is that I love the game!”
- “It's a great game... funny, entertaining and not that difficult to play.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is praised for its calming and immersive country escape vibe, providing players with a relaxing experience that complements their daily activities. Reviewers highlight the excellent design that enhances the overall enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “I played this when I was still studying, maybe about 3-4 years ago, and it was a really fun experience as I got to calm myself in this country escape farming atmosphere in between doing assignments.”
- “Excellent game idea and a very good atmosphere created in the game.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Character development in the game has received mixed feedback, with some users expressing dissatisfaction with the character design, describing it as "wonky" and "uncanny," which detracts from their overall experience.
- “I'm not a big fan of the character design; it looks wonky and uncanny, which gives me the creeps.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with them.”
- “I found the characters to be one-dimensional and predictable, which really detracted from my overall experience.”