Homesteads: Dream Farm

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Homesteads: Dream Farm is a simulation game that allows you to play solo and build your own city in the Wild West. With an intriguing story and spectacular visuals, players can enjoy a big farming and harvest experience. However, the game can be very grinding with frequent ads and bugs, which may affect gameplay. The game invites you to "enjoy a big farming & harvest story" as you build and expand your dream farm.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,100 reviews

graphics46 positive mentions

stability85 negative mentions

The game has cute graphics and a charming western theme that keeps players engaged.
It's a fun and addictive game with plenty of activities to keep players busy.
The game allows for creativity in building and decorating your town, making it enjoyable.

The game suffers from long wait times for production and building materials, which can be frustrating.
There are frequent glitches and crashes that disrupt gameplay, making it difficult to progress.
Players report issues with connecting to Facebook and other social features, limiting interaction with friends.

stability
87 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
98%
The game's stability is severely compromised by frequent glitches and crashes, leading to frustration among players who often lose progress and have to restart the app. Many users report that the game freezes regularly, especially after updates, and that support responses are inadequate. While some enjoy the gameplay, the overwhelming number of technical issues has prompted many to consider uninstalling the game.
- “Occasionally, reward videos won't play, but there are no glitches that affect gameplay.”
- “No glitches or issues of that nature.”
- “The game freezes up, crashes, and then when I open it again, I have lost all my progress.”
- “This game has way too many glitches!!”
- “I really enjoy the game, but it freezes up constantly and I've had to update it 3 times in 6 days. If it continues, I will uninstall it and look for a new one.”
graphics
66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
26%
5%
Overall, the graphics of the game are widely praised for their detail, realism, and vibrant design, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience. Many users appreciate the visual aesthetics, animations, and thematic elements, although some have noted issues with graphics size and occasional glitches. Despite minor technical problems, the graphics are considered a strong point of the game, enhancing its appeal and user engagement.
- “The graphics and details put into this game are amazing!”
- “The graphics are stunning, together with the animation.”
- “Love the game and the graphics, please keep updating kudos!”
- “It is a pity the graphics are so small.”
- “I also play other games and Homestead is the only one with this very, very small graphics.”
- “Also, the graphics need an overhaul.”
monetization
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
5%
86%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and functionality of ads. While some appreciate the optional nature of ads for rewards, others report issues such as ads not loading, freezing, and not providing promised rewards, leading to a negative impact on gameplay. Overall, while the game offers opportunities for in-game purchases and ad-based rewards, the execution and reliability of the ad system are significant points of contention among users.
- “It's fun, no ads other than to get free bucks and materials, but it's optional.”
- “In fact, virtually no ads.”
- “This game is super fun because there are no ads, and it's family-friendly. Kids can play it, and adults can enjoy it too. It's all about making money and building homes and shops. Good game!”
- “My biggest problem is the overall control the tutorial system has over its users, forcing you to click on everything including the cash shop and every other thing in the universe of the game, including watching ads. I don't need to be reminded every time I get to it.”
- “Spent so much of my time on this game but it doesn't move ahead at all. Very disappointed. Good game but very poor execution. There should have been a way to speed up progress, maybe by watching ads, but no, all they want is for you to spend real money to buy accessories.”
- “Every time I do the ads to earn rewards, it's very slow. I have to watch an ad 2-3 times before it gives the reward, and sometimes it completely boots me out of the game.”
grinding
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience. While some appreciate the engaging farming and city-building mechanics, noting that the grow times are manageable, others feel that certain tasks can become tedious and time-consuming. Despite these criticisms, many still consider it one of the better farming games available, highlighting its enjoyable gameplay and unique features.
- “The game becomes tedious pretty quickly.”
- “Rather tedious and boring.”
- “Some products take too long and some farming takes too long.”
story
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
52%
12%
The game's story is praised for its engaging narrative and well-developed characters, contributing to an immersive experience that keeps players entertained for hours. However, some users express frustration with quest-related bugs and unclear objectives, which can hinder gameplay progression. Overall, while the storyline is a highlight, technical issues and quest design have led to mixed experiences among players.
- “The graphics and storyline are extremely well done and the game keeps me entertained for hours.”
- “Thanks to whomever is behind the creation of this game ~ this is truly one that catches and keeps your attention with its detailing to the storyline and to the characters and buildings, etc. Great job!!!!”
- “I love this game and the story structure is well written!”
- “Sometimes you're not sure which way you're supposed to go because it doesn't give you a specific quest.”
- “Some of these quests are impossible to complete without using real money, which I refuse to do for a game.”
- “Nice game, but I am getting annoyed because for the last 3 days it's asking me to do the same things over and over again; cleared the same land 3 days in a row now, and any quests done have to be done again.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the immersive folk tunes that enhance the old western atmosphere, others express frustration over the inability to mute the sound, leading to a negative gameplay experience. Additionally, recent updates have caused issues with background music, further detracting from enjoyment for some users. Overall, the music is seen as a highlight by some, but a significant drawback for others.
- “It's cheaper, the music is great, it's fun to actually feel like you are in an old western town.”
- “Sometimes I just watch the little people go about their lives with the folk music band softly strumming in the background.”
- “I like the graphics and the music.”
- “Since the last update, I no longer have any background music.”
- “The music is driving me crazy.”
- “It makes me mad when I have shut off the music and game sound and there is still music in the background.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
13%
38%
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of experiences, with some players enjoying the smooth mechanics and engaging story, while others express frustration over instability and crashes. While the graphics are generally praised, concerns about in-game purchases and online connectivity issues detract from the overall enjoyment for some users.
- “Nice and smooth gameplay.”
- “I love the gameplay and the story.”
- “The graphics are cute and the gameplay is easy.”
- “Mechanics really focus you on in-game purchases, in my opinion.”
- “Sorry, but I really don't like a game that has unstable gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is easy.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while many users report smooth performance, some experience significant slowdowns and stuttering, indicating a need for further performance improvements.
- “The game runs smoothly.”
- “The optimization is impressive, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “I appreciate the efforts to enhance performance; it really makes a difference.”
- “Good game, but it is very slow and has frequent stutters. The performance needs improvement.”
- “The optimization is lacking; I experience significant lag during gameplay.”
- “Despite its potential, the game runs poorly on my system, making it frustrating to play.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is criticized for lacking meaningful interaction, as players find that touching icons only results in them shaking without any deeper engagement or response.