Harvest Days: My Dream Farm
- July 25, 2024
- Family Devs
- 22h median play time
Get on Steam"Harvest Days: My Dream Farm" is a relaxing and engaging farm simulation game. Plant and tend to crops, raise animals, and customize your farm as you see fit. Build relationships with the local townsfolk and uncover secrets as you grow your dream farm into a thriving community. Immerse yourself in a charming world with beautiful graphics and a soothing soundtrack.
Reviews
- The game has a charming art style and fun character designs, making it visually appealing.
- There is a wide variety of activities to engage in, including farming, fishing, and crafting, which keeps gameplay interesting.
- The developers are responsive and actively working on updates, showing commitment to improving the game based on player feedback.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and clunky controls, making it frustrating to play at times.
- Many players feel the game is too similar to existing titles like Stardew Valley, lacking unique features to set it apart.
- The time management aspect is problematic, with short days that make it difficult to accomplish tasks, leading to a sense of stress rather than relaxation.
- grinding43 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while it offers a relaxing and addictive farming simulation, many note that the early game can feel repetitive and energy-draining, making progress slow and sometimes unrewarding. The game includes various activities like crafting and socializing, but some users feel that the economy is unbalanced, leading to a grind-heavy experience if players focus solely on monetary gain. Overall, while the game has potential and enjoyable elements, the grinding nature may deter those seeking a more streamlined farming experience.
“A bit grindy if you chase only the money.”
“All I was able to do was chop down 2 trees, plant 5 plots, and mine 2 rocks, and I was out of energy at noon on the shortest day setting. So much for this game being a relaxing dream farm with limited space for farming.”
“The economy is currently broken and farming is unrewarding other than skill leveling and leaving crops unharvested for decor.”
- graphics15 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the charming and unique art style reminiscent of titles like Harvest Moon and Dinkum. While some praise the quality and potential for improvement, others note low-quality visuals and a flat aesthetic that could benefit from further polishing. The cartoonish graphics are generally well-received, contributing to the game's fun and relaxed atmosphere.
“Super fun and a lot to do, good graphics and I know the game will be amazing when it's complete.”
“Love the graphic style, can't wait to see more.”
“The graphics, like Dinkum, are simple but yet charming and have a unique appeal all their own.”
“Low quality graphics and very little to do in the game.”
“The aesthetic is a little flat, so hopefully there will be some polishing on that later.”
“Lol it reminds me of Ylands graphics, but a farming aspect.”
- gameplay13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of frustration and potential. While some players are deterred by the stamina mechanic and find the farming activities too simplistic and reminiscent of other titles like Stardew Valley, others appreciate the unique aspects of the farming system and the recycling mechanic. Overall, there is a consensus that while the game has enjoyable elements and potential for growth, it requires significant refinement and more intuitive mechanics to enhance the overall experience.
“Simple farming gameplay: plant crops, care for farm animals, go fishing, the usual kind of farm stuff.”
“As of version 0.9ea, I got about 24 hours of total gameplay to reach endgame.”
“I would compare Harvest Days to Dinkum somewhat simply because of graphics and gameplay.”
“Once I discovered the stamina mechanic, I had no desire to ever play this game again.”
“However, there are some differences which lead me to believe (or at least hope) that the developing team will eventually add their own unique story and mechanics to this game as it progresses.”
“Some of the mechanics are not super intuitive, particularly the drag and drop to move items and the fact that it seems you can only fill your watering can from one particular pond.”
- story10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is seen as lacking depth, with players expressing a desire for a more engaging narrative and clearer quest markers. While some appreciate the potential for unique story elements to be added in future updates, many feel that the current quests are repetitive and reminiscent of other games like Stardew Valley. Overall, players hope for improvements in storytelling and quest mechanics to enhance their experience.
“However, there are some differences which lead me to believe (or at least hope) that the developing team will eventually add their own unique story and mechanics to this game as it progresses.”
“Just start playing and I really love this game. It has so much to do in it and the updates are really good. I think it is better than Stardew; the only thing I would like in the game is a good storyline.”
“With the same quests (almost verbatim), like Stardew.”
“Just exploring the game world (been fishing already) and following the story.”
“- fixing glitches with missions such as this: sometimes I cannot drop the item a specific character needs due to it showing the previous character's mission item.”
- stability6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability has received mixed feedback; while some players report smooth performance on platforms like the Steam Deck and appreciate the developers' active updates, others have encountered significant bugs that hinder gameplay, particularly during the initial setup and mission completion. Given that the game is in early access, many users acknowledge that some glitches are expected, but they hope for timely fixes.
“I play on my Steam Deck and it runs great!”
“The game has been incredibly stable, with no crashes or major bugs.”
“I've experienced smooth gameplay without any frame drops or lag.”
“I wasn't able to play because my download of the game is buggy, mostly because it freezes when trying to start a new game. The farm name window is missing, and if I get to the point of choosing my character, the characters appear but the window does not, meaning the game is locking me out of being able to play it. I couldn't find any news of anyone else having this issue.”
“Fixing glitches with missions such as this: sometimes I cannot drop the item a specific character needs due to it showing the previous character's mission item.”
“So the game isn't the smoothest right now, and yes, like other people have said, it is a little buggy, but it is within 24 hours of early access release, so that's to be expected.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the character design for its fun and silly aesthetic, highlighting its simplicity as a positive aspect that enhances the overall experience.
“The character design is fun and silly, and I really like the simplicity of it.”
“The depth of character development allows for meaningful choices that impact the story.”
“I love how each character evolves throughout the game, making their journeys feel personal and engaging.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game is highlighted by the inclusion of live performances, such as a scheduled event at the town hall that invites players to return for a celebratory experience at 8 PM. This feature adds a vibrant and engaging element to the game's atmosphere.
“Perhaps a sign in the town hall that says 'Come back at 8 PM for live music and celebration!' or something similar.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
“I love how the music changes dynamically based on the game's events, making every moment feel unique.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express disappointment in the emotional experience of the game due to frustrating controls, particularly with the camera, which led to feelings of motion sickness and ultimately detracted from their enjoyment.
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is reported to have better optimization for mouse and keyboard controls, while the controller support is considered lacking and not fully optimized.
“The game offers excellent optimization for mouse and keyboard controls, making it a smooth experience.”
“I found the optimization for the controller to be lacking, but the mouse and keyboard setup is fantastic.”
“The performance optimization is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay regardless of the input method.”
“The game feels clunky and unresponsive, especially when using a mouse and keyboard; the controller support is lacking.”
“I encountered numerous performance issues that made the gameplay experience frustrating.”
“The optimization for different input methods is poor, leading to a subpar experience regardless of the device used.”
