HARVEST MOON:Seeds Of Memories

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Harvest Moon: Seeds of Memories is a single-player Kids Role Playing Game with some bugs, offering around 5 hours of playtime. In this farming and life simulation game, players revitalize a farm, befriend villagers to unlock Seeds of Memories, grow crops, raise livestock, and interact with marriageable candidates to find their special someone. Features include upgrading tools, discovering mutations, and taking care of pets.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

HARVEST MOON:Seeds Of Memories screenshot

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 676 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

story4 negative mentions

The game brings back nostalgic memories for long-time Harvest Moon fans.
The graphics are cute and the controls are easy to use, making it a fun mobile experience.
The core elements of farming, mining, and building relationships are present, providing a familiar gameplay experience.

The game has significant issues with saving progress, often freezing on the saving screen.
There is a lack of content, with a small map and few festivals, making gameplay feel repetitive and limited.
Many players have reported bugs and glitches that hinder the overall experience, leading to frustration.

graphics
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
64%
14%
The graphics of the game have received largely negative feedback, with many users describing them as outdated, clunky, and reminiscent of early handheld titles. While some appreciate the cute art style, the overall consensus is that the graphics are subpar for a modern mobile game, lacking detail and variety in item designs. Players express a desire for improvements, comparing the visuals unfavorably to previous entries in the Harvest Moon series.
- “Graphics are cute and controls are super easy.”
- “Aside from that, I loved every minute of it and the graphics made it really cute.”
- “Hm, the graphics are nice even for a mobile version of Harvest Moon; the move controls I like, you can just swipe your screen to go where you want to go.”
- “The graphics and size of the town/surrounding land have suffered in this Harvest Moon game for being turned into an app.”
- “I feel like it should be free with the quality of graphics and the simplistic plot that would be found on a mobile game.”
- “The graphics are horrible, and it's very laggy.”
story
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
76%
14%
The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment over its simplicity and lack of depth compared to previous titles in the series. While some appreciate the nostalgic elements and character interactions, others criticize the limited storyline and the absence of engaging quests, leading to a feeling of stagnation once the main objectives are completed. Overall, players are calling for more substantial updates and richer narratives to enhance the gaming experience.
- “I love this game; Harvest Moon has always been one of my favorites, with great controls, graphics, and storyline/characters.”
- “The game is great for you to remember old days playing the game with a new different story.”
- “I hope you could add more storylines like Tales of Two Towns and Sunshine Island, Animal Parade, Tree of Tranquility.”
- “I feel like it should be free with the quality of graphics and the simplistic plot that would be found on a mobile game.”
- “The story is pretty terrible as well.”
- “I am a big fan of Harvest Moon since the Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town and have played each and every one of them since then from PS to Wii to DS and PC, but to be honest this one is quite lacking from the main story.”
stability
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezing issues, particularly during saving and fishing activities. While some players have not encountered major glitches, the overwhelming feedback highlights that the game often fails to save progress, rendering it nearly unplayable for many. Overall, despite its enjoyable gameplay, the stability issues detract from the overall experience.
- “First time I downloaded a Harvest Moon game on my laptop, and it glitches when it's time to 'save and sleep' and it does not save my game at all, making me start over.”
- “No matter how long I play or what I do, when I try to save, the game just freezes on the saving screen and never saves. I have to restart the game and nothing is saved.”
- “This game freezes whenever I try to go fishing.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The gameplay has been criticized for being overly simplistic and lacking depth, with many users finding it repetitive and poorly designed. While some appreciate the mobile format, they feel the mechanics are clunky and the storyline is limited, especially compared to previous versions of the game. Overall, players express disappointment in the game's execution, suggesting it feels half-finished and not worth the price.
- “Yes, it can be a little too easy, but it's a mobile game; I didn't expect super robust gameplay.”
- “I can handle repetitive gameplay if there is a reward eventually.”
- “It has all the elements of the latest games for Harvest Moon I play on my 3DS, and great graphics and gameplay.”
- “Game is badly designed, with mechanics that are not well thought out.”
- “Once you get married, there's no gameplay left.”
- “The gameplay consists of tapping with no real depth.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews on the aspect of "grinding" highlight a mixed experience; while some players feel that their time spent farming is wasted and lacks purpose, others appreciate the game's homage to the Harvest Moon series, praising its overall quality despite the grinding elements.
- “Hours of playing and grinding gone to waste.”
- “Wasted my time with farming for a couple of seasons.”
- “No point in farming.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its quality and fit within the game's atmosphere, though some note that the looping can be distracting. Comparisons to previous titles suggest that while the music may not be as polished as in other games from the same genre, it still contributes positively to the overall experience.
- “The music is good, the farm is nice, we didn't lose out on fishing and mining.”
- “The music is great, but I can tell when it loops and that kind of sucks.”
- “The characters, music, and such aren't as streamlined as what Marvelous had (which is now Story of Seasons), but great job on a beloved game series!”
- “The characters, music, and such aren't as streamlined as what Marvelous had (which is now Story of Seasons).”
- “Emily reaches 5 music notes but just can't ask her for marriage.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users appreciate the emotional connection fostered by the game's touch controls, which enhance the experience by allowing for intuitive interaction without the limitations of traditional console inputs. The ability to engage with the game across different seasons adds to the emotional depth and enjoyment.
- “I loved the control it allowed us to express love through touch, without any console limitations, as using a console on Android can be quite bothersome.”
- “This game resonates with me because it allows you to plant in any season, and I really appreciate how you navigate by touching the screen.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers note that the game's optimization is lacking, especially when compared to other mobile games in the same price range that offer significantly better performance.
- “There are mobile games, especially at this price, that have much better performance.”
- “The optimization is so poor that it makes the game nearly unplayable on lower-end devices.”
- “I expected better performance given the system requirements, but the game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users appreciate the humor in the game, particularly noting amusing elements like the quirky book about hot springs that adds a lighthearted touch to exploration.
- “I found the hot springs almost immediately because of my love for exploring, so I thought the little book about it on the bookshelf was hilarious.”
- “The witty dialogue and clever puns throughout the game had me laughing out loud.”
- “The quirky characters and their absurd antics made every moment enjoyable and filled with humor.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Character development in this game is criticized for its lack of depth, with players noting a small map and unengaging festivals and events. The villagers are described as lifeless, and the character designs and movements are considered awkward, leading to an overall disappointing experience compared to previous Harvest Moon titles.
- “The small map and lack of engaging festivals make the character development feel stagnant, with poorly designed characters and awkward movements that contribute to a lifeless village atmosphere.”
- “The villagers lack personality and depth, making interactions feel flat and uninteresting compared to other games in the genre.”
- “Overall, the character designs are uninspired, and the limited activities in the village leave little room for meaningful character development.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization model is user-friendly, allowing offline play without ads or in-app purchases, though players suggest enhancements like expanded maps and cloud saving features.
- “I can play anywhere using my smartphone, and it works offline. There are no ads and no need for in-app purchases, but it could benefit from expanding the map and saving to the cloud.”
- “The monetization model is fair and allows me to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers optional purchases that enhance the experience without being intrusive.”