This was such an amazing emotional rollercoaster.
I was searching for a good game with farming mechanics included and remembered that I wishlisted Harvestella 2 or 3 years ago and decided to try it. I am so happy that I made this decision because I loved every second of it.
Harvestella combines both farming and combat. The main story is combat-focused, and farming seems like a side job that earns you money, but it's really not. You have 4 seasons, each with specific crops, crops that you can plant in all seasons, and loads of machines to make something from everything on your farm.
I was not impressed in the beginning and didn't really like the world, but when I spent time in it, it became more beautiful. There is really good art direction in this game that you won't really mind the bad fidelity in graphics. There is no voice acting in this game, which is a bit disappointing because this is a Square Enix game that came out in 2022. Combat is not so good either; it just feels like a really old game. But at some point, you don't really care about that much because farming is more fun and enjoyable. Dungeon designs, for me, were beautiful, but the gimmicks were really old-fashioned, and there are so few puzzles that the game gives you solutions with text.
The strongest point of this game is the story. It's not really unique, but the interaction with your friends and dialogue between them are really good. It may seem too basic for a first-time player at first, but as you read the main and character stories, it really picks up and keeps you interested. The main story, at first, is too basic, but as you progress, it becomes really interesting, and you want to keep going. When you feel overwhelmed, you can focus on your farm, clear your head, and continue, and I really like that. Some games just infodump you all the way to the end. There are really shocking and emotional moments; the plot twists are awesome, and story points connect beautifully as you read it.
I was searching for a good game with farming mechanics included and remembered that I wishlisted Harvestella 2 or 3 years ago and decided to try it. I am so happy that I made this decision because I loved every second of it.
Harvestella combines both farming and combat. The main story is combat-focused, and farming seems like a side job that earns you money, but it's really not. You have 4 seasons, each with specific crops, crops that you can plant in all seasons, and loads of machines to make something from everything on your farm.
I was not impressed in the beginning and didn't really like the world, but when I spent time in it, it became more beautiful. There is really good art direction in this game that you won't really mind the bad fidelity in graphics. There is no voice acting in this game, which is a bit disappointing because this is a Square Enix game that came out in 2022. Combat is not so good either; it just feels like a really old game. But at some point, you don't really care about that much because farming is more fun and enjoyable. Dungeon designs, for me, were beautiful, but the gimmicks were really old-fashioned, and there are so few puzzles that the game gives you solutions with text.
The strongest point of this game is the story. It's not really unique, but the interaction with your friends and dialogue between them are really good. It may seem too basic for a first-time player at first, but as you read the main and character stories, it really picks up and keeps you interested. The main story, at first, is too basic, but as you progress, it becomes really interesting, and you want to keep going. When you feel overwhelmed, you can focus on your farm, clear your head, and continue, and I really like that. Some games just infodump you all the way to the end. There are really shocking and emotional moments; the plot twists are awesome, and story points connect beautifully as you read it.
Beautiful game that not enough people played
7
I expected something more.
The idea is good, but I expected something more.
The farm system is very simple, and the first house upgrade only costs 6 wood seems a joke compared to the rest of games of this style.
The combat is simple, but has curious things like having to eat if you want to hit or do damage.
Maybe someday I'll give it another chance.
Me esperaba algo más.
La idea es buena, pero me esperaba algo más.
El sistema de granja muy sencillo, y la primera mejora de casa solo cueste 6 de madera parece una broma en comparación con el resto de juegos de este estilo.
El combate es simple, pero tiene cosas curiosas como tener que comer si quieres golpear o hacer daño.
Quizás algún día le vuelva a dar otra oportunidad.
The idea is good, but I expected something more.
The farm system is very simple, and the first house upgrade only costs 6 wood seems a joke compared to the rest of games of this style.
The combat is simple, but has curious things like having to eat if you want to hit or do damage.
Maybe someday I'll give it another chance.
Me esperaba algo más.
La idea es buena, pero me esperaba algo más.
El sistema de granja muy sencillo, y la primera mejora de casa solo cueste 6 de madera parece una broma en comparación con el resto de juegos de este estilo.
El combate es simple, pero tiene cosas curiosas como tener que comer si quieres golpear o hacer daño.
Quizás algún día le vuelva a dar otra oportunidad.
This game is a cumbersome mess. The opening is excruciating, with tons of slow, repetitive animations. The world is rife with invisible walls and dumb plot obstacles. Dialogue often gives the player multiple options that make no difference. Running consumes stamina even when not in combat (imagine always walking everywhere in Harvest Moon). Combat offers no defensive movement options, making every encounter a DPS grind. The story and setting are interesting, but the visuals are awful and frequently stutter. Basically this game is a collection of many of my gaming bugbears, with very little to redeem it.
I miss this game, I wish I could reexperience it again