Little Farm

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Little Farm is a single player casual simulation game with a economy theme. It was developed by MumboJumbo and was released on June 10, 2008. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Have a down-home good time at Little Farm, where you'll use your puzzle-solving and matching skills to help The Normans adjust to farm life and grow truck-loads of vegetables!

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Single-Player

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64%

Audience ScoreBased on 74 reviews

music2 positive mentions

grinding9 negative mentions

Simple and casual gameplay that is enjoyable for short sessions.
Unique matching mechanic that requires players to match four corners of a rectangle, providing a fresh twist on the genre.
Decent graphics and music that, while not exceptional, are pleasant enough for a casual game.

Gameplay becomes repetitive and lacks variety as players progress through levels.
Dated graphics and design that do not hold up well against modern casual games.
High price point compared to the limited content and gameplay experience offered.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features around 80 levels that, while varied, can become repetitive over time, making it best suited for short play sessions. It incorporates a grind-progression system that requires players to invest time for incremental improvements, and while the core mechanics are simple and engaging, they may feel frantic and detract from the strategic puzzle experience. Overall, the game offers a cute, time-wasting experience, but its $14.50 price tag raises questions about its value compared to free mobile alternatives.
- “The gameplay concept is understandable and reasonably interesting, involving trying to find the largest rectangular configuration of four same-colored squares on a grid.”
- “The matching mechanics are super fun, and I love searching for the best match.”
- “It reminds me of Triple Town but with different mechanics, and a little of Plants vs. Zombies, because of the progression and shop/upgrade systems.”
- “There are about 80 levels in total and even though each level is different, the gameplay does get pretty repetitive.”
- “It's good to play in small bouts, maybe just a few levels each session to not burn out from the repetitive gameplay.”
- “Bonus levels offer a form of gameplay that differs from the core levels, which would add some variety, if it were not for the fact that the bonus levels are both easy and mindless.”
grinding
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews highlight that the game features a simplistic and repetitive grinding mechanic, typical of casual farming games, where players match crops to earn money. While some find it addictive and enjoyable, others criticize it for lacking depth and becoming tedious over time. The farming theme, though nostalgic, is seen as overused in the genre, leading to a sense of aimlessness in gameplay.
- “There's just really nothing to aim for anymore, and it gets tedious.”
- “The use of a farming theme, conversely, is about as overdone as it can be in casual gaming.”
- “Extremely basic farming game.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as forgettable and simplistic, serving primarily as a backdrop for gameplay rather than a focal point. While some players found it amusing in a nostalgic way, others noted its depressing undertones and lack of challenge. The narrative does provide a framework for the game, but it is the unlockable harvest mode that motivates players to complete the storyline.
- “Overall, I had some fun with the puzzles, and the story is forgettable but somehow funny in an 'old comics for kids' way.”
- “There is a story to this game; clearly, it's not the main focus, but it's there to provide some background.”
- “It has an upgrade shop and some kind of story about becoming a farmer... it is seriously depressing to play.”
- “So, not much of a storyline or challenge here, except in the fact that there is a timer that pressures you a bit toward the end, but it is overall quite relaxing.”
- “There is a story to this game; clearly it's not the main focus, but it's there to provide some background.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally described as clear, cheerful, and cartoonish, with a colorful and clean aesthetic that is easy on the eyes. While not groundbreaking, they are considered adequate for the game's purpose, contributing to an overall pleasant experience.
- “The aesthetics are nice and clean, and for a while, there's a good feeling of progression.”
- “The graphics, while not super great, are colorful and easy on the eyes.”
- “The graphics and music are nothing special, but they aren't bad in any way; they're good enough for what they are.”
- “[0.4] graphics”
- “The graphics are clear, cheerful, and cartoonish.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally considered decent, with some users noting that while it may become repetitive over time, it is not unpleasant. Overall, the soundtrack complements the visuals, which are colorful and appealing, even if neither aspect stands out significantly.
- “The music is nice and the graphics, while not super great, are colorful and easy on the eyes.”
- “The soundtrack adds a pleasant atmosphere to the game.”
- “The music loop gets a bit irksome over time, but is not offensively bad.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as light-hearted and reminiscent of old children's comics, providing a fun and entertaining backdrop to the puzzles. Players find the humor engaging and enjoyable, contributing to the game's addictive nature, even if the story itself is forgettable. Overall, the comedic elements enhance the experience of the easy and accessible puzzle gameplay.
- “Overall, I had some fun with the puzzles, and the story is forgettable but somehow funny in an 'old comics for kids' way.”
- “Very funny and kind of addictive matching puzzle game.”
- “Funny, easy farming game; very addictive puzzle type that doesn't require much thinking—just get in there and enjoy it.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the added replayability offered by the harvest mode, which provides an engaging experience beyond the main story mode.
- “+harvest mode allows for additional replayability after completing the story mode.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the different paths and strategies available.”
- “The harvest mode allows for some additional replayability after completing the story mode.”
- “Once you've finished the main story, there's not much incentive to replay the game.”
- “The lack of varied gameplay mechanics makes replaying the game feel tedious.”