Harvest Town

About

"Harvest Town" is a Simulation/RPG game with charming graphics, an intriguing story, and excellent mechanics. Build and manage your dream ranch, grow crops, raise animals, and socialize with quirky townsfolk. Despite some grinding, bug issues, and excessive ads, the game offers plenty of humor and a unique experience for fans of the genre.

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Play Modes

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

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 7,036 reviews

story174 positive mentions

monetization257 negative mentions

The game has a charming art style and engaging gameplay, reminiscent of classic farming sims like Harvest Moon and Stardew Valley.
There are plenty of quests and activities to keep players entertained, making it easy to lose track of time.
The game is free to play with optional ads for rewards, allowing players to progress without spending real money.

The game can be laggy and has issues with loading times, which can disrupt gameplay.
Some players have reported problems with logging in and connection errors, making it difficult to access the game.
The English translations can be awkward and confusing at times, detracting from the overall experience.

story
491 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
62%
3%
The game's story is engaging and reminiscent of classic farming games like Harvest Moon and Stardew Valley, with many players appreciating the character interactions and quest variety. However, there is widespread frustration over incomplete storylines and a lack of updates, leading to feelings of stagnation and boredom among players. Many reviews call for more substantial narrative developments and improvements in quest mechanics to enhance the overall experience.
- “I enjoy the overall storyline and flow of the game.”
- “The storyline about the town is amazing and creative.”
- “It's a super fun Stardew Valley-type farming game with an interesting story and environment.”
- “A lot of quests have had a 'stay tuned for more stories' note for some time now.”
- “It's been a while and the storyline has abruptly stopped; we still can only marry three people, the English grammar is horrible, and three date areas are still 'temporarily unavailable.' The developer seems to only care about money and not the game itself.”
- “It has been a long time since they updated the story and they never add much of anything when they do.”
monetization
288 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
6%
89%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the recent introduction of intrusive pop-up ads that disrupt gameplay. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards and find the microtransactions manageable, others feel that the forced ads and technical issues, such as ads failing to load, detract significantly from the overall experience. Overall, while the game offers opportunities for free rewards through ads, the recent changes have led to a perception of aggressive monetization that may alienate some players.
- “Either way, so far, no microtransactions have been needed.”
- “There's no need to spend your money on this game, but if you want to, it's pretty affordable compared to other games with in-app purchases.”
- “Some in-app purchases for premium currency/items, but nothing of absolute necessity.”
- “But now they are forcing you to watch ads if you don't pay them real money.”
- “These pop up ads were quite simply a horrible idea and ruin the game experience.”
- “Was a fun little game until the aggressive pop up ads started to appear, really unnecessary harvest town devs! ended up uninstalling as a result.”
graphics
225 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
41%
2%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their adorable and charming pixel art style, reminiscent of classic titles like Stardew Valley and Harvest Moon. Many players appreciate the vibrant colors, unique character designs, and overall aesthetic, although some report issues with lag and crashes that detract from the experience. While the visuals are generally considered beautiful and engaging, there are calls for improvements in performance and graphic settings to enhance gameplay on lower-end devices.
- “The visuals are adorable and the characters are cute.”
- “Wonderful graphics and design!”
- “The aesthetic and overall graphics are beautiful for a pixel style game.”
- “Absolute pixelated graphics and details.”
- “The game suddenly gone unsmooth graphics.”
- “Boring and graphics are horrible.”
grinding
167 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
99%
The reviews indicate that the game features significant grinding, particularly in resource collection and upgrades, which can lead to a tedious experience for some players. While many appreciate the variety of activities beyond farming, such as mining and relationship-building, others find the constant need for grinding to be a drawback, especially when compared to more streamlined alternatives like Stardew Valley. Overall, the game is seen as enjoyable but can become repetitive and slow-paced due to its grind-heavy mechanics.
- “The gameplay is engaging, and while there is some grinding, it feels rewarding rather than tedious.”
- “I appreciate how the game balances grinding with meaningful progression, making each session enjoyable.”
- “Grinding in this game is well-implemented, allowing players to feel a sense of achievement without it becoming a chore.”
- “Gets extremely grindy and prices of materials rise hard for buildings; don't waste your time, just go mod Stardew.”
- “Very grindy to collect resources or upgrade equipment/buildings.”
- “It's very grindy but fun; it takes a long time because there is a lot of adventure, fighting, gathering, etc., which I think makes this game fun.”
gameplay
131 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
48%
5%
The gameplay is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its relaxing and engaging nature, often drawing comparisons to popular titles like Stardew Valley and Harvest Moon. While the mechanics are praised for their smoothness and variety, some users report issues with lag, ads, and navigation challenges. Overall, the game offers a cozy experience with a good balance of exploration and tasks, though some players desire more original content and improvements in performance.
- “The gameplay is so addicting and relaxing at the same time.”
- “I absolutely love the art, the attention to detail, and the game mechanics; everything just feels so relaxing and super smooth!”
- “The gameplay is fun, graphics are alright, a lot of content to do, the events are reasonable, and the company is very giving with rewards.”
- “It interrupted my gameplay several times.”
- “I don't think that people will still like it especially when there are annoying pop-up ads that destroy gameplay and you can only get rid of them when you make a game purchase, basically pay to win.”
- “While the above is still true, I have edited my rating from 5 to 1 due to the awful game mechanic on timed weapons; it horribly ruins gameplay. You don't give people timed items that automatically start running out the moment you purchase them.”
music
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
71%
6%
The music aspect of the game has received mixed feedback from users, with many expressing a desire for more background music to enhance the overall experience. While some appreciate the soothing soundtrack and realistic sound effects, others feel that the game feels empty without consistent music, particularly in various locations and during events. Overall, players believe that adding a more diverse and engaging soundtrack would significantly improve the game's atmosphere.
- “It's fun, definitely good for spending free time, it's slow-paced so you get to experience everything in due time, and the soundtrack is so soothing.”
- “The graphics and music are awesome, as well as the characters and their dialogs.”
- “The music in this game is nice, as well as the sound effects such as birds and rain.”
- “It feels very empty without background music.”
- “It's so good, why is the main game so quiet? Sound effects are amazing, but no music is boring.”
- “Please do have background music in every location; it will make the game livelier.”
stability
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
95%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing, lag, and crashes during various activities, including quest completions and farming. While some players have not encountered major issues, many express frustration over persistent glitches that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game is described as enjoyable but plagued by stability problems that hinder gameplay.
- “The game runs smoothly with no glitches.”
- “I appreciate the stability; it enhances the overall experience.”
- “The performance is solid, making for a seamless gameplay experience.”
- “But there's only one problem, it freezes constantly when I finish a quest, or it sometimes shows the loading button instead of freezing, and then it gets laggy.”
- “The game is great, but it freezes and kicks me out sometimes.”
- “Its a great game, only issue is lag, taking too long to load, sometimes freezes and crashes.”
optimization
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
67%
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The game's optimization is widely criticized, with users reporting frequent frame drops, excessive battery drain, and overheating issues, particularly on lower-end devices. Many players experience laggy gameplay and stuttering, even after updates, indicating that significant improvements are needed for smoother performance. While some users with higher-end devices find it runs adequately, the overall consensus is that the game struggles with optimization across various hardware configurations.
- “Overall, the game is a nice way to pass time. Update: the game started to get laggy the more I update; I hope it could be optimized.”
- “It is extremely unoptimized; I constantly get frame drops and my battery drains very fast (20% in 30 min). So if you don't have the newest phone on the market, you might want to reconsider downloading the game.”
- “Despite having 6GB of RAM and priority mode on, there is still clearly a lot of work to be done in terms of optimization.”
- “The data files aren't optimized, resulting in a laggy display. I hope it would be solved. Mind you, there are many 3D games that can run at 60fps on mid-tier phones.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is largely derived from its amusingly poor translations and quirky character interactions, which many players find entertaining and add to the overall enjoyment. While some users appreciate the unique and funny NPCs, others note that the humor is sometimes overshadowed by technical issues like long load times. Overall, the game's comedic elements contribute positively to the experience, making it engaging and addictive for players.
- “The translation in the game is obvious, and sometimes it makes funny sentences, but it's still quite enjoyable.”
- “The characters are all so unique and funny, and the progression is slow, but it makes the game more fun.”
- “This game is very funny and fun to play.”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally engaging, describing it as a touching and calming experience that offers a wholesome escape from daily life. The emotional investment in relationships, particularly with love interests, adds depth to the gameplay, though some users express a desire for increased engagement to maintain their interest. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to evoke feelings of comfort and nostalgia.
- “Which is really heartbreaking since I just got my love interest to 8 hearts.”
- “It's an amazing experience of simple country life, and it's really something touching and calming to take your mind off of everyday shenanigans.”
- “A wholesome and calming game.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
Character development in the game is noted for its unique and quirky designs, with players expressing hope for deeper growth among NPCs as the game progresses. While the character aesthetics are praised, some players find inconsistencies in the male character's design. Overall, the game is compared favorably to others in the genre, highlighting its distinct charm.
- “The graphics are super cute, and the character designs are really unique and quirky!”
- “The NPCs are quite interesting too; I hope they will have character development as I progress through the game.”
- “While the natural comparison is to Stardew Valley, I do think this game has its own charm that lets it stand out, and the character designs are really well done.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its beauty and relaxing qualities, creating an enjoyable experience for players. However, some users feel that certain elements can disrupt this immersive atmosphere, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- “Love the atmosphere it has.”
- “Best relaxing game with a beautiful atmosphere.”
- “I like the atmosphere.”