Morningdew Farms: A Gay Farming Game
- September 17, 2019
- Y Press Games
"Morningdew Farms" is a gay farming game featuring a humorous and engaging plot where you play as Cody, a young man who has inherited his grandfather's farm in the gay-friendly village of Morningdew. The game involves a significant amount of grinding, but its funny dialogues and endearing characters make it worthwhile. Cody's journey of living off the land and building relationships in this accepting community offers a unique and entertaining gaming experience.
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- Interesting characters with diverse backstories and body types, making for a fun and engaging experience.
- Great voice acting and impressive artwork that enhances the overall charm of the game.
- Humorous and light-hearted storytelling that balances romance and explicit content effectively.
- Some love routes lack depth, missing the potential for more engaging storylines.
- Inconsistent voice acting quality, with some performances being awkward or cringy.
- The farming mechanics feel tacked on and can detract from the overall experience.
- story24 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's story is a central element, featuring engaging and diverse character arcs, though some players feel certain plot points are underdeveloped. The writing is praised for its wit and humor, contributing to an enjoyable experience, while the pacing of the narrative can be inconsistent. Overall, players appreciate the depth and charm of the storylines, particularly in the context of a dating sim.
“This had a sweet storyline and I am always happy to see gay-themed games.”
“The story is fun and funny, and the writing is witty, though that's no surprise from Y Press Games.”
“It is surprisingly deep storytelling that I find very refreshing.”
“The resource management is just a side part of the story and is extremely simple.”
“The story arcs were okay but the pacing was a bit off, fast in the start and then slower at the end.”
“This game is kind of cute, but some of the story lines are just bizarre.”
- grinding16 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the minimal farming mechanics as a light addition to the visual novel experience, others find the repetitive nature of the gameplay tedious and overly time-consuming. Many reviews suggest that the farming feels more like an afterthought rather than a core feature, leading to frustration for those expecting a deeper farming simulation akin to titles like Harvest Moon or Stardew Valley. Overall, the grinding can detract from the enjoyment of the narrative and character interactions.
“Morningdew Farms is a visual novel where farming feels like a tacked-on feature opposed to a fleshed-out game mechanic, so don't expect a gay alternative to Harvest Moon or Stardew Valley.”
“Mediocre graphics, terrible UI, cliché story, grinding gameplay, exorbitant price.”
“Of the 9 hours I've played, a good 7-8 were just grinding the farm and hoarding as much food as possible.”
- humor13 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is characterized by its witty dialogue, tongue-in-cheek jokes, and a playful, goofy tone that resonates well with players. Many reviewers highlight the charming and funny interactions between characters, as well as the clever writing that often pokes fun at stereotypes and societal norms. Overall, the humor adds a delightful layer to the experience, making it enjoyable, though some feel it may not justify a full-price purchase.
“The story is fun and funny, and the writing is witty, though that's no surprise from Y Press Games.”
“I love the concept, I love the humor of the dialogue, the voice acting is superb and the illustrations are gorgeous to look at!”
“I found that it was almost all tongue-in-cheek humor, like the whole 'STDs were eradicated by a wizard, otherwise we'd have to use condoms' and the whole 'we're stereotypical hillbillies but consent is key to any healthy relationship.'”
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the impressive artwork and visually stunning character designs, while others criticize certain sex scenes for being poorly rendered. Some users find the overall visual quality to be good, though there are complaints about the user interface and a few rough spots in the art. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's heartwarming narrative, despite some inconsistencies.
“Impressive artwork!”
“The other games had characters with ludicrous 10 pack abs, 0.0000001% body fat, and horns, whereas this game had the most believable and visually stunning graphics.”
“Loved the artwork!”
“The graphics are up to par and the comedic side of the game is alright, but I have no complaints.”
“Mediocre graphics, terrible UI, cliché story, grinding gameplay, exorbitant price.”
“4 meh characters (art style).”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Morningdew Farms is criticized for feeling superficial, with farming mechanics that seem tacked on rather than integral to the experience, leading to a grinding and mediocre overall experience. Players express disappointment in the user interface and graphics, while some appreciate the concept of farming and house upgrades, though they find the achievement system frustratingly tied to house levels.
“I loved the idea of the gameplay that required you to be a farmer, plant, and grow crops.”
“Morningdew Farms is a visual novel where farming feels like a tacked-on feature opposed to a fleshed-out game mechanic, so don't expect a gay alternative to Harvest Moon or Stardew Valley.”
“Mediocre graphics, terrible UI, cliché story, grinding gameplay, exorbitant price.”
“The upgrading house mechanic wouldn't be so bad if a quarter of the achievements weren't tied to having your house at a certain livable level.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its heartwarming narrative and emphasis on consent, avoiding graphic depictions of darker themes like death or torture. However, some players feel that the emotional impact of the main character's achievements could be enhanced with more build-up, despite the presence of lighter, manageable dark topics.
“I give it an 8/10 because it's great outside of those issues I stated above, and it's very heartwarming. There is no death, torture, or rape in this game like some BL or yaoi; everything is 100% consensual. Although there are some dark topics like cults and government torture/experimentation, these topics don't last long and are not graphically detailed or shown in images or CG.”
“Although that approach keeps the game light and manageable, I do wish there was more of a build so that the main character's achievements had more emotional weight.”
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that while some character voice acting choices may be seen as stylistic, the quality of the recording for certain characters, like Tida, detracts from the overall character development experience.
“I could excuse Nuzzler's voice acting as a character design choice; however, Tida's voice acting was very poorly recorded.”
