Harvest Land
- August 3, 2015
- MTAG PUBLISHING LTD
- 15h median play time
"Harvest Land is a free single-player Simulation game with a wholesome story and cute graphics, featuring farming, building, trading, gathering resources, and battling monsters. However, it has lots of grinding and bugs. The game also offers a subscription for a weekly fee after a 3-day free trial, which includes Premium Daily Rewards and a self-harvesting worker."
Reviews
- The game has cute graphics and engaging gameplay that keeps players entertained.
- It offers a variety of tasks and interactions with other players, making it enjoyable.
- The game can be played without spending money, although it may take longer to progress.
- Progression becomes frustratingly slow without spending real money, especially for storage upgrades.
- The game often requires rare items that are difficult to obtain, leading to a pay-to-win dynamic.
- Recent updates have made the game more complicated and less enjoyable, with increased costs and requirements.
- monetization478 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 79 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players expressing frustration over the excessive frequency of ads, often appearing every minute or even more frequently. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for bonuses, many feel that the sheer volume of ads disrupts gameplay and creates a frustrating experience, leading to accusations of the game being a "cash grab." Additionally, in-app purchases are seen as necessary for meaningful progress, further aggravating players who prefer a more balanced approach to monetization.
“The game itself is good, but the monetization is awful.”
“It is almost designed to specifically entice the player into in-app purchases in order to complete certain challenges.”
“Very limited in what you can do without paying for in-app purchases.”
“The game is fun, but I couldn't enjoy it because of the ads that show up every 30 seconds hindering my gameplay. I hope you could make the time between them a bit longer; till then my review will stay at one star.”
“Very frustrating game, the incessant ads make it impossible to play the game because there's no breathing space between advertisement time. It's very frustrating and annoying to play.”
“I used to enjoy playing this game but now it's irritating with ads popping up all the time. The recent update changed our ability to reduce production time by watching multiple ads, and now it takes way too long.”
- graphics426 mentions
- 73 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their cute and colorful art style, with many users highlighting the charming animations and overall visual appeal. While some players appreciate the graphics as vibrant and engaging, others criticize them as basic or reminiscent of older games, indicating a mixed reception. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the gaming experience, though there are calls for improvements in detail and clarity.
“The graphics are amazing and everything is interactive.”
“Beautiful graphics, fun sound effects.”
“The graphics are truly excellent and you can jump in to enjoy the game quickly.”
“I've found this game to have extremely basic graphics and honestly had just not had enough anticipation in any state of the game thus far to have really had that affect upon me that I just got to keep going to see the next level kind of excitement.”
“The graphics are horrible and it's hard to figure out what you need to do.”
“Not to mention the graphics are nothing short of outdated and the game concept is just way overdone.”
- grinding281 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight that the game is excessively grindy, with many players finding the time required for upgrades and resource gathering tedious and frustrating. While some appreciate the graphics and gameplay mechanics, the overwhelming need for in-game purchases and the slow progression often lead to dissatisfaction, prompting many to recommend exploring other farming games that offer a more enjoyable experience without the same level of grinding. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the game has potential, its current structure makes it less appealing for those who prefer a more balanced and engaging farming experience.
“Very grindy after a certain point, with early items taking hours to complete and fighting your way to the second area takes 24 hours of your time and leaves you defenseless without spending gems.”
“The constant battle with warehouse spaces makes this game tedious and annoying.”
“It's hard and grindy like I'm stuck for hours at level 7 just wow.”
- gameplay119 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with many players appreciating the graphics and overall mechanics but expressing frustration over slow progression, excessive ads, and clunky controls. While some find the gameplay enjoyable and easy to grasp, others criticize it for being overly reliant on in-game purchases and tedious tasks that hinder enjoyment. Overall, the game offers a cute and engaging experience, but significant improvements are needed in mechanics and pacing to enhance player satisfaction.
“The gameplay is fun but the graphics not so much.”
“Great graphics, fun gameplay and worth the download.”
“I love the gameplay and I love the way it works.”
“You are not paying to progress faster, but to avoid massively annoying game mechanics.”
“The gameplay is slow, it's very hard to level up and when one of the quests says to do a thing it is not available to do the thing.”
“More or less unplayable after a couple of levels when you need items to progress that can't be acquired through actions but rather chance and waiting.”
- story102 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally described as simple and lacking depth, with many players noting the absence of character development and a cohesive narrative. While some appreciate the cute graphics and find the quests entertaining, others express frustration over the overwhelming item requirements and the slow progression, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the storyline is seen as basic, with potential for improvement through more engaging quests and clearer guidance.
“Fantastic story.”
“The game is really easy for beginners; the storyline is really interesting, funny, and entertaining.”
“Colorful imagery and nice storyline.”
“There is no backstory or character development.”
“Also, there's no storyline in this game which is another reason why I don't like it.”
“No story, really.”
- stability53 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 9 % neutral mentions
- 85 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and issues with items disappearing. While some players have experienced minimal problems, the overall sentiment indicates that technical issues are detracting from the enjoyment of the game, leading to frustration and a reluctance to continue playing or make purchases. Despite occasional updates aimed at fixing these issues, many players feel that the glitches remain persistent and problematic.
“It's a great game, no glitches, no ads. I highly recommend it.”
“No glitches getting in the way of play.”
“The controls are really smooth with no glitches so far.”
“The game was fun, but now it freezes all the time, and you cannot play.”
“There are glitches and issues all the time that they don't fix or do anything about; items disappear and they always blame it on you even when you can prove it wasn't your fault.”
“It freezes a lot and I got stuck; now I cannot play anymore. I strongly do not recommend getting this app.”
- music35 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its soothing and relaxing qualities, describing it as "adorable" and "calming." However, some users find it annoying and repetitive, expressing a desire for options to mute or change the music. Overall, while the soundtrack enhances the gameplay experience for some, others feel it detracts from their enjoyment.
“One of the best features of this game is its amazing, soothing background music and unique features that are interesting and fun to play.”
“Highly enjoyable😍😍😍the music is smooth and relaxing yet pulls you along wanting to do more!”
“The music isn't too repetitive, the gameplay is enjoyable, and there's plenty to do to keep you occupied for a long time.”
“The music is terrible, and it's so annoying when you can't reach the next level because you can't give the customers what they want.”
“No music off/mute button?”
“Different music, or no music is a better option.”
- humor32 mentions
- 97 % positive mentions
- -6 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it cute and entertaining, particularly for children. Users appreciate the funny dialogue, whimsical spells, and amusing character designs, which contribute to an enjoyable experience. However, some critiques mention that the humor is overshadowed by issues like pay-to-win mechanics and developer greed, leading to frustration among players.
“The person who made the game knows how to attract the player with funny, cute, or magical spells in the game; my daughter loves this game, and I am happy about that.”
“It also has funny dialogue, so that makes it better.”
“This game is so funny!”
“The developers got so greedy it is not funny.”
“The jokes fall flat and feel forced, lacking any real wit.”
“I expected a lot of laughs, but the humor is stale and uninspired.”
- emotional10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game emotionally engaging, describing it as a comforting and creative escape that evokes surprise and satisfaction through its graphics and interactive elements. Many users appreciate its ability to serve as a mental remedy, providing a sense of comfort and inspiration as they build their ideal worlds. Overall, the emotional impact of the game is highlighted as a significant aspect of the player experience.
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“This game serves as a mental remedy; it made me feel very comfortable after playing.”
“I am building paradise islands that I only dared to dream of; it made me feel creative in this world.”
- character development2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Character development is notably lacking, with no backstory provided for the characters. However, the game compensates with calming gameplay, appealing character design, and an interesting story filled with unique features.
“It's a really calming and fun game with great yet simple character design, great gameplay, interesting story, and tons of unique features and details that are cool.”
“There is no backstory or character development.”
“The characters feel one-dimensional and lack any meaningful growth throughout the game.”
“I was disappointed by the lack of depth in the character arcs; they don't evolve or change in any significant way.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers suggest that enhancing replayability could significantly increase the game's appeal, particularly for players who prefer not to invest substantial real money.
“Improving that would make the game way more enjoyable for those who don't want to invest a lot of real currency into it.”
“The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and experience it again.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is noted to be slightly superior to that of other games, although the player's primary motivation for playing is to earn rewards from a third-party app rather than fully engaging with the game's environment.
“The game is slightly better than other games judging by its atmosphere, but I'm just playing this game to get rewards from a third-party app for coins.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users report that the game is well-optimized, with quick load times and smooth performance throughout gameplay.
“Things don't take forever, and it runs smoothly.”
“The optimization is top-notch, making gameplay seamless and enjoyable.”
“I appreciate how well-optimized the game is; it runs flawlessly on my system.”