Space Farmers

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Space Farmers is a multiplayer shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by BumpkinBrothers and was released on April 17, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Grab a friend, grab a gadget, grab a gun and get ready for the most fun you'll ever have in a co-op game!

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72%Audience ScoreBased on 782 reviews

humor60 positive mentions

grinding19 negative mentions

Fun and clever cooperative puzzle gameplay designed specifically for two players requiring teamwork and communication.
Charming, quirky art style and humor that creates many memorable, laughter-filled moments with friends.
Comes with varied levels, gadgets, and weapons offering a diverse, fast-paced cooperative experience that is accessible and enjoyable.

Requires a second player to play and has no true single-player mode, limiting playability if you don't have a friend.
Online multiplayer servers are largely dead or have serious connectivity issues, making online co-op difficult or unplayable.
Relatively short gameplay length with some repetition and a few frustratingly hard or poorly balanced levels.

humor
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is widely praised for its lighthearted, chaotic, and silly nature, especially shining in co-op play where humorous interactions, like igniting cow farts or sabotaging friends, lead to constant laughter. While the humor is simple and sometimes goofy, it effectively enhances the fun and charm of the indie cooperative experience, making it a strongly recommended source of funny, memorable moments with friends.
- “Space Farmers is a charming co-op puzzle game that had me and my friend laughing constantly — from igniting cow farts to blow open doors to the chaos of one player holding a mine detector while the other shoots enemies.”
- “It's the kind of title that can turn a quiet evening into a laughing fit as you and your partner fumble through levels, shouting instructions and sabotaging each other by accident.”
- “One of the funniest games I have ever played; if you love daft humour, such as derpy characters and hilarious sound effects with hilarious music to go with it, then you need this game!”
gameplay
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The gameplay is praised for its cooperative mechanics, engaging puzzles, and variety of objectives that blend action and platforming, providing a fun and accessible experience for players, especially with a partner. However, some criticize it for repetitive, sometimes sluggish or frustrating mechanics, basic visuals, and lack of polish, with a desire for more content and refined difficulty balancing. Overall, it is regarded as a unique and enjoyable cooperative game that shines in team-based play despite its shortcomings.
- “What keeps things engaging is the variety of objectives: one moment you’re solving a mechanical puzzle, the next you’re blasting enemy drones with laser rifles or jetpacking across a gap.”
- “The inclusion of various gadgets, such as teleporters, jetpacks, and magnetic tools, adds some variety to the gameplay and gives players multiple ways to approach challenges.”
- “The controls and mechanics are simple and intuitive, but the difficulty stems from timing and cooperation.”
- “The graphics are mediocre if not downright bad, the gameplay is repetitive beyond belief and this is certainly not worth the $10 asking price.”
- “About the game itself, it doesn't look good at all, very basic visuals, shaders, textures, no interesting lighting on levels, and the gameplay itself is way too slow; you can fall asleep running from enemies. There are many way better co-op games than this, and this is definitely not the most fun co-op game you'll ever play.”
- “There are a few moments of genuine enjoyment trying to work out a puzzle, but either through sluggish gameplay or broken mechanics, it just ends up being frustrating rather than satisfying when you finally get through it.”
graphics
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Space Farmers features simplistic, blocky graphics reminiscent of early 3D arcade or Minecraft-like styles, which many find charming and fitting for its casual, co-op cartoon adventure vibe. While the visuals are basic with minimal animations and repetitive environments, this indie title's art style suits its lighthearted gameplay, though it may not appeal to those seeking polished or complex graphics. Overall, the modest graphics contribute to a fun, approachable experience but are sometimes criticized for being unremarkable or low-effort.
- “Visually, Space Farmers presents itself with a blocky, vibrant art style that evokes the charm of early 3D arcade games.”
- “Together, the visuals and audio create a cohesive, cheerful aesthetic that makes the game feel like a cooperative cartoon adventure.”
- “The graphics and music are charming in an unpolished way, and we didn't have problems connecting to servers (not too much lag either).”
- “Poor quality graphics and tired, arcadey gameplay provide a mediocre experience.”
- “About game itself, doesn't look good at all, doesn't look good even if this was a mobile game, very basic visuals, shaders, textures, no interesting lighting on levels, nothing and you can do so much more in Unity so easily :/ gameplay itself is way too slow and you can fall asleep running from enemies :) there are so many way way better coop games than this and this is definitely not most fun co-op game you'll ever play :)”
- “Simplistic blocky Minecraft ripoff graphics that literally any amateur artist could make with Microsoft Paint.”
music
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its quirky, banjo-driven soundtrack that perfectly complements the game's silly and fun atmosphere, especially enhancing the co-op experience. While some find the soundtrack repetitive or not fully utilized, most agree that the music adds significant charm and enjoyment, making it a standout aspect despite the game's simple and indie nature.
- “The levels are creative and the banjo soundtrack gives it a quirky personality that fits the silly premise perfectly.”
- “Easily one of the best co-op games I had ever played, I find nothing is better than dashing around a spaceship drunk, holding a pig, and listening to some magnificent banjo music!”
- “I got the game from him and we can't stop playing and dancing to the music of this game.”
- “Besides the badass banjo menu music, it doesn't have any memorable soundtrack besides a couple of sections and the 'success' map.”
- “However, the soundtrack is totally goofy and may need an overhaul.”
- “Sound and music design is bare minimum.”
grinding
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews highlight that the game involves excessive grinding with little actual farming, leading to a tedious and repetitive experience. While some appreciate the quirky space farming premise and cooperative puzzles, many are frustrated by the lack of meaningful farming mechanics and find the gameplay dull and grind-heavy.
- “It could do with more content, hints, and changes in gameplay to be more about skill rather than a cross between grinding and noob traps.”
- “Grinding to the max is an achievement in tedium and an effective friendship test.”
- “Game is alright in itself and I feel that the design that the developers are going with is creative and original but the missions are extremely boring after the second play through and just become tedious just to play the other missions you haven't done.”
story
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The story is intentionally absurd and minimalistic, serving mainly as a humorous backdrop for cooperative gameplay rather than a complex narrative. While it adds charm and comedic elements, the plot is not the game's focus, with emphasis placed on fun, chaotic missions requiring teamwork. However, some players find certain missions repetitive and tedious after multiple playthroughs.
- “The story is deliberately absurd, serving mostly as an excuse for the chaos that follows, but that absurdity is part of the game’s charm.”
- “It may be short, imperfect, and unapologetically silly, but it captures the joy of cooperative gaming in its purest form: two players, one ridiculous mission, and a lot of laughter in between.”
- “The levels are all played co-op with a friend, so two players per level; the "English farmer" story can be quite funny, but really in games like these it's clear that the plot isn't the core of everything, although the backstory returns in the audio department as well as in the visuals.”
- “The missions are extremely boring after the second playthrough and just become tedious to play the other missions you haven't done.”
- “The other issues include a strange mission-selection system that forces you to replay levels you have already beaten to unlock additional content, and a laser turret segment that is next to impossible with standard mouse sensitivity.”
- “Some levels can be annoying and frustrating, especially when playing late at night and repeatedly failing a mission.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from frequent crashes and numerous glitches, especially in co-op mode, leading to frustrating stability issues across both Windows and Linux versions. Despite bugs affecting gameplay and some achievements, progress is still possible.
- “Crashes constantly, glitches all around, even worse in co-op version.”
- “Buggy as hell, after more than 10 attempts, I gave up trying to get through level 1 co-op.”
- “It was very buggy and glitchy in both Windows and Linux.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Replayability is generally considered good, with varied levels and unique mechanics that keep the experience fresh, especially when playing with a friend. However, some users find it less engaging on subsequent playthroughs and cite issues like less attractive art style and unreliable online play that slightly diminish its replay value. Additional challenges and extra achievements offer some incentive for repeated play.
- “Great game for you and a friend, amazing game mechanics I have never seen before, and has great replay value.”
- “There is some replay value to do the extra achievements and there's also a challenge room to test your skills.”
- “+ replayability as different levels are chosen each playthrough”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is enhanced by modest but effective sound design, featuring quirky effects and upbeat tunes that match the game's frantic pace.
- “The sound design, though modest, enhances the atmosphere with quirky effects and upbeat tunes that complement the frantic pace of the gameplay.”
monetization
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Users strongly criticize the game's monetization, describing it as an aggressive and frustrating cash grab.
character development
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The character development is praised for its interesting and well-crafted character designs, adding depth and appeal to the game’s cast.
emotional
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The emotional aspect is deeply impactful, evoking strong feelings and poignant moments that resonate personally with players. It effectively conveys the gravity of situations, leading to genuine emotional responses such as tears and reflection.