Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town (for PC)
Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town is a farming simulator/RPG hybrid that looks and plays much like the classic Harvest Moon games. That's because it is Harvest Moon. A licensing spat between publishers forced a title change in 2014, but the game's heart and soul--ranching in a quaint town filled with quirky characters--remains the same. In fact,
Friends of Mineral Town is a remake of the series' first GameBoy Advance entry, one that boasts new graphics and a remastered soundtrack. The polygonal visuals are a bit bland, and the controls are a touch clunky, but the PC game is wholesome, farm-sim fun.
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Pros
- Addictive gameplay
- Many entertaining tasks and goals
- Charming artwork and music
- Enjoyable relationship-building system
Cons
- Somewhat clunky controls
- Lackluster character models
Bottom Line
Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town puts a contemporary spin on a charming farm-sim that sees you plant crops, raise livestock, and start a family. The controls and character models could use additional work, but this leisurely game is incredibly addicting.
Score: 4/5
