Seeds of Calamity

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Early Access to 1.0 Roadmap About the Game I'm the solo developer of Seeds of Calamity. I've always loved farming sims, and one day I thought, 'What the hell, I could make one too.' So I did! Seeds of Calamity is a peaceful, slow-paced game designed to fit your playstyle. From vibrant pixel-art visuals to a relaxing day-to-day rhythm, it offers a warm and welcoming experience. Whether you're …

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Audience ScoreBased on 122 reviews

story10 positive mentions

grinding74 negative mentions

The game offers a relaxing and cozy experience with intuitive gameplay, making it easy to pick up and enjoy for hours.
Quality of life features, such as the ability to save anytime and not needing to refill the watering can, enhance the overall gameplay experience.
The turn-based combat system and unique dungeon mechanics provide a refreshing twist to the farming sim genre, making it engaging and fun.

The game can feel grindy, with slow progression and limited ways to earn money, which may frustrate some players.
NPC interactions and character diversity are lacking, making the social aspect of the game feel underdeveloped.
Some gameplay mechanics, like the inventory management and crafting requirements, can be cumbersome and detract from the overall enjoyment.

grinding
74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews highlight a mixed experience with grinding in the game, noting that while the farming mechanics are enjoyable and feature quality-of-life improvements, the process of making money can feel excessively grindy and repetitive. Players appreciate the game's relaxing nature and cute aesthetics, but some express a desire for clearer guidance on quests and less reliance on tedious tasks to progress. Overall, the game is seen as a solid addition to the farming sim genre, balancing traditional elements with unique twists.
- “Do you have lots of time to kill and like to do copious amounts of repetitive grinding?”
- “Like come on, it's not like there's any decent way to make money that isn't super grindy.”
- “And you know many farm sims include berries or destructible items to give the player 'free' things; going to the 'fishing' island to grab a random 1-2 items in the cave if it has respawned is not the same as getting free berries or easy to grab items instead of grinding for everything.”
story
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally engaging and well-integrated with the gameplay, providing a fresh and enjoyable experience, particularly in the context of a farming sim. While some players appreciate the RPG elements and the depth of quests, others find certain aspects, like the pacing and quest guidance, lacking. Overall, the narrative is complemented by a pleasant soundtrack and charming visuals, making it a relaxing experience for many.
- “The story is engaging, the soundtrack, although limited, is pleasant and appropriate for each moment, and the minutes turn into hours, almost without us noticing.”
- “It merges in more of an RPG feel with the world background storytelling and the quests you do for townsfolk and has an incredible unique and engaging combat system.”
- “You're engaged with the story but not rushed, there are things to do but always at your own pace.”
- “1) Story: it's kind of blah.”
- “There's no dating aspect, no level up or perks aspects with the characters, and you have to do their quests because you can't obtain certain items or recipes otherwise.”
- “Which means boss battles take about the same amount of useless time, and of course several quests make you get to the end each time.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are characterized by an adorable pixel art style that many players find charming and enjoyable. While some reviewers note that the graphics may not be the best overall, the vibrant colors and detailed artwork contribute to a relaxing and intuitive gaming experience. Overall, the cute visuals enhance the game's appeal, particularly in its farming and puzzle elements.
- “The artwork and all the colors and details in the characters and backgrounds make me smile.”
- “Insanely cute graphics.”
- “With its story, music, and art style, Seeds of Calamity is one of the most relaxing games I've ever played.”
- “While the graphics aren't the best, the game is really nice, and it feels intuitive.”
- “Art is cute as far as pixel graphics go.”
- “Cute farming game with cute graphics.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by classic farming sim mechanics reminiscent of Stardew Valley, enhanced by fun features like turn-based monster battles and a rewarding book reading system. Accessibility options are a strong focus, allowing players to tailor their experience, while enjoyable minigames such as fishing and bug catching add variety. Additionally, the community center-like mechanic encourages player engagement through item donations and bundles.
- “Turn-based mechanics make battling monsters way more enjoyable than other games.”
- “Dev has made accessibility a main factor, and it shows with tons of options to make the gameplay work for you.”
- “Minigames (fishing) and mechanics (bug catching) are enjoyable.”
- “In terms of gameplay, the farming is very classic Stardew-like stuff.”
- “The book reading mechanic, where reading books takes in-game time but you get a unique reward at the end, feels tedious.”
- “While the dev has made accessibility a main factor, the gameplay can still feel limited and repetitive.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as pleasant and fitting for the narrative, contributing to a relaxing atmosphere. However, some players find the soundtrack limited and can grow tired of it over time. Overall, it enhances the engaging story and art style, making for a soothing gaming experience.
- “The story is engaging, the soundtrack, although limited, is pleasant and appropriate for each moment, and the minutes turn into hours, almost without us noticing.”
- “With its story, music, and art style, Seeds of Calamity is one of the most relaxing games I've ever played.”
- “I'm tired of the music already, but that's pretty normal for me for these games.”
- “The music and chillness of it all.”
replayability
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Players highlight the game's strong replayability, comparing it favorably to other cozy games. The ability to choose different perks for leveling up adds significant value, encouraging exploration of various gameplay styles and outcomes.
- “Choosing perks for leveling up adds even more replay value, as you can explore how each perk affects gameplay.”
- “The replayability of this game is definitely on par with my other favorite cozy games.”
- “And choosing perks for leveling up means even more replay value if you want to see how each perk affects gameplay.”

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