The Best Farming Games for Nintendo Switch - Page 2

Update : Piczle Cross: Story of Seasons added at rank #49.
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Rune Factory 3 Special (2023)

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ds Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Unravel the secrets of your amnesia in Rune Factory 3 Special! Experience an unforgettable adventure, mastering weapons, recruiting allies, and exploring dangerous dungeons. Find solace in farming and fishing, and let love blossom with 11 lovely bachelorettes. Immerse yourself in a lively fantasy town with a captivating cast of characters, all in an upgraded, nostalgic visual style.

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What we like:
  • Engaging fantasy-themed farming simulation
  • Memorable characters and romance system
  • Variety of activities contributing to progress
  • Enhanced visuals and music
  • Unique ability to transform into a monster for battles
What could be improved:
  • Combat system can be frustrating
  • User interface could be better
  • Some changes to original game elements may disappoint fans
  • Lack of post-game content

  • farming
  • dungeon
  • rpg
  • simulation

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Potion Permit (2022)

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Xbox One Nintendo Switch Playstation 5 Playstation 4 PC Windows Xbox Series X Android IOS iPhone Mac OS

Potion Permit is a new roleplaying farming simulator from MassHive Media, a relatively new studio. You play as a chemist instead of a farmer and explore the areas around town to find ingredients to make medicine and treat villagers. The game offers stunning pixel-based graphics, unique characters with their own quests and cutscenes, mini-games, and more. It's the perfect game for any wholesome game or farm simulator enthusiast.


What we like:
  • Unique setting as a chemist
  • Stunning pixel-based graphics
  • Unique characters with their own quests and cutscenes
  • Mini-games
  • Teleport feature with no unlocking required
What could be improved:
  • Keyboard layout designed for gamepad can be awkward at times
  • Lack of seasons or weather systems

  • simulation
  • rpg
  • farming
  • japanese
  • romance
  • crafting
  • pixel
  • cozy
  • cute
  • local
  • wholesome
  • sims
  • open-ended
  • rhythm
  • fishing

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Everdream Valley (2023)

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PC Windows l Xbox Series X Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch Xbox One

Dive into the magical world of Everdream Valley, where farming meets fantasy! By day, you'll nurture your farm, raise animals, and unlock quests. By night, you'll explore your dreams as various creatures, adding a unique twist to the game. With endless activities, cute graphics, and an immersive storyline, Everdream Valley is a delightful adventure waiting for you.

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What we like:
  • Relaxing gameplay
  • Cute, colorful graphics
  • Vast content and activities
  • Engaging mini-games
  • Customization options
What could be improved:
  • Poor game optimization
  • Unintuitive controls
  • Frustrating animal collection process
  • Short storyline

  • farming
  • simulation
  • agriculture
  • fishing
  • cooking
  • life
  • dog

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Coral Island (2022)

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Linux Playstation 5 Xbox Series X Xbox One PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Escape to paradise on Coral Island, where you can create your dream farm, explore, relax, and build relationships with a vibrant and diverse community of over 70 islanders. With changing seasons, endless customization options, and exciting activities like fishing, diving, and mining, the game gives you the freedom to be yourself and make Coral Island a better place. Join the community and write your own story on this idyllic island oasis.


What we like:
  • Charming character designs and music
  • Fast travel and quality of life elements
  • LGBTQA+ romance and inclusive avatar choices
  • A lot of content and activities to enjoy
What could be improved:
  • Fishing mechanics can be frustrating
  • Game is still in early access and lacks some features

  • farming
  • simulation

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DORAEMON STORY OF SEASONS: Friends of the Great Kingdom (2022)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Playstation 5

Join Noby and his friends on a heartwarming farming adventure in Doraemon: Story of Seasons. Use Doraemon's gadgets to grow crops, raise animals, explore charming locations, and play with a friend in two-player mode.


What we like:
  • Faithful story to Doraemon style
  • Beautiful character development and heartwarming storylines
  • Sense of family with the useful companion system
  • Quality of life improvements including time skipping and instant tool upgrades
  • Soothing watercolor visual and cheerful music
What could be improved:
  • Extremely short and lack of side goals
  • Repetitive and grindy gameplay
  • Farming has little impact and fishing provides enough money and energy
  • Severe lack of mystery and no sense of anticipation

  • farming
  • simulation

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Story of Seasons: A Wonderful Life (2023)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X/s Xbox Series X Playstation 5 PC Windows

Embark on a heartwarming journey in STORY OF SEASONS: A Wonderful Life. Create your dream farm, raise adorable animals, and form deep connections with the charming residents. Experience the joy of watching your character and their family grow in this beautifully reimagined classic farming game. Feel the nostalgia, enjoy the diversity, and escape reality in this endearing farm sim.

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What we like:
  • Wholesome and well thought out gameplay
  • Non-binary gender options and same-sex marriage
  • Characters age and change over time
  • Enhanced graphics and controls
  • Unique and addictive farm simulation
What could be improved:
  • Feels less populated than the original
  • Some glitches and clunky mechanics
  • Dialogue doesn't update after certain years
  • Limited storyline in later chapters

  • farming

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Ooblets (2023)

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Xbox One Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Ooblets is a charming and addictive farming simulator where you can collect cute creatures called ooblets and engage in dance battles. The unique gameplay mechanics of turn-based card combat complement the sim-style gameplay nicely. Explore the island of Badgetown, sell produce, and upgrade the town with a wishy well.

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What we like:
  • Relaxing and casual experience with no time constraints
  • Exciting and quirky story with political commentary
  • Unique gameplay mechanics with turn-based card combat
  • Charming art style and delightful color palettes
  • Great soundtrack that fits the tone of the game
What could be improved:
  • Some battles are not challenging and the AI seems lacking
  • Ooblet collecting is not as detailed as in Pokemon

  • farming
  • card
  • battle

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Harvestella (2022)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Harvestella combines farming and RPG elements to create a unique and enjoyable experience. You can renovate your land, raise animals, craft, cook, fish, and sell wares all while fighting through large dungeons by switching between your jobs with new abilities. The game features an intriguing story with Final Fantasy-like characters and plot twists. However, there are moments, side quests, and plot arcs that feel extraneous. Despite these flaws, Harvestella's art direction is impeccable and the game provides a rich and rewarding experience that makes it stand out in the genre.


What we like:
  • Streamlined and enjoyable farming experience
  • Fun and intuitive combat system
  • High-quality cast of characters and narrative
  • Beautiful art direction and soundtrack
  • Good set of gameplay mechanics and activities
What could be improved:
  • Certain moments, side quests and plot arcs that seem to fit poorly into the overall picture
  • Combat system relies on access to a broad range of jobs that takes time to unlock
  • Relatively few, but large dungeons

  • farming
  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • dungeon
  • simulation

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Paleo Pines (2023)

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Xbox One Linux PC Windows Playstation 5 Xbox Series X/s Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch

Step into Paleo Pines, where dinosaurs roam and adventure beckons! Befriend prehistoric pals, cultivate your farm with dino helpers, and unravel island mysteries. With a vibrant world and unique dino interactions, it's a farming fantasy where history meets harmony.

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What we like:
  • Unique dinosaur befriending mechanics
  • Vibrant and charming art style
  • Engaging exploration and collection gameplay
  • Dinosaurs assist with farming tasks
  • Relaxing and cozy atmosphere
What could be improved:
  • Early game can be confusing with little guidance
  • Repetitive quests and interactions
  • Some areas lack polish and depth

  • farming
  • dinosaurs
  • simulation

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Monster Hunter Rise (2021)

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Nintendo Switch Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Xbox Series X Xbox One PC Windows

Monster Hunter Rise combines the best elements of past entries and the more recent Monster Hunter World, offering a fresh and exciting experience that will keep you coming back for more. With an engaging story, challenging combat, and a plethora of features, Rise has something for everyone.

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What we like:
  • Open hunting grounds with no loading zones between sections
  • Rich story with fully voiced cutscenes
  • Switch Skill system to customize your playstyle
  • Tons of weapon balancing and updates
  • New Rampage Quests for intense battles against multiple monsters at once
What could be improved:
  • Separate quest lines for solo/multiplayer play
  • Visuals are not quite as detailed as those in World

  • rpg
  • online
  • fight
  • battle
  • combat
  • cooperative
  • crafting
  • tower-defense
  • action
  • farming
  • japanese
  • multiplayer
  • skill
  • local
  • vertical

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