Harvest Hero Origins

About

"Harvest Hero Origins" is a wave defense game with classic arcade style gameplay. Xlord's grooble armies are threatening the village of Fronvale, and you must defend it as a young hero with a hammer. The game features a Story Mode, Survival Mode, 2 player co-op, 4 unlockable playable heroes, and unlockable skins. Your goal is to survive against endless waves of enemies and experience the hero's origin story.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Fun and simple gameplay with solid controls, reminiscent of classic arcade games.
Great pixel art and music that enhance the overall experience.
Engaging survival mode with global leaderboards and character unlocks adds replay value.

Gameplay loop may not be engaging enough for repeated playthroughs.
Some characters need rebalancing for a better experience.
The story mode is very short, leaving some players wanting more content.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
36%
21%
The gameplay is generally described as simple yet rewarding and fun, with appealing pixel graphics. While some players appreciate the mechanics and the nostalgic feel reminiscent of old-school titles, others find the gameplay loop lacking enough engagement to warrant replaying after technical issues. Overall, the game offers enjoyable mechanics that align well with its visual presentation.
- “The gameplay is simple, but rewarding and fun!”
- “Nice pixel graphics & fun gameplay”
- “The gameplay loop isn't fun enough for me to redo the 10-15 minutes I spent before the game crashed.”
- “The gameplay mechanics are not worthy of its visual presentation.”
- “Like more old-school styled titles, the appeal of the game comes more from your own increasing knowledge of finer mechanics.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
50%
The story mode is described as short and colorful, providing a brief but enjoyable experience. However, players emphasize that the main focus of the game lies in the survival mode, which offers a more substantial challenge and competitive global leaderboards for high scores.
- “The story mode is a neat colorful jaunt, and it has a survival mode for a challenge with leaderboards enabled so you can brag to your friends about how much of a gamer you are.”
- “The story mode is incredibly short, but survival mode is legit and the global leaderboard is great.”
- “Like others have said, the story is short and sweet, but the real meat of the game is chasing high scores in survival mode.”
- “The story mode is a neat colorful jaunt, but it feels more like a prelude to the real challenge found in survival mode.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is highly praised for its perfect match with the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers highlight it as enjoyable and catchy, often describing it as a "pure bop," complementing the game's appealing art style.
- “The music is especially great and matches the game perfectly.”
- “The art and music are great.”
- “The art is cute and the music is a pure bop!”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game features a straightforward monetization model, with no downloadable content (DLC) or microtransactions, ensuring a complete experience without additional costs.
- “Always worth noting, no DLC, no microtransactions.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The graphics are characterized by appealing pixel art that complements the enjoyable gameplay, creating a visually engaging experience for players.
- “The pixel graphics are charming and complement the fun gameplay perfectly.”
- “The pixel art style is visually appealing and enhances the overall gaming experience.”
- “The graphics are vibrant and add a delightful touch to the gameplay.”