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Review sentiment over time
Weekly positive-review rate (green) and review volume (bars). Dashed lines mark significant patches; the amber line is the start of the current scoring window. Hover the dots to see what drove a dip or a jump.
How this score was computed
The VGC Score is a weighted blend on a press-comparable 0-100 quality scale. Steam approval rates are first calibrated (95% positive on Steam ≈ 89.5 quality, since Steam approval skews high). Press and tracked creator reviews each count ~2x a player review and share one cap against player evidence (creator buy/skip calls pool into an approval rate, calibrated like Steam approval); all-time sentiment is capped and halved (it's context, not verdict); reviews of the current build carry the most weight when a fresh patch anchors the window; and a 'typical game' prior keeps small samples from pegging the scale. Because press reviews and Metacritic user aggregates describe the launch build, their weight decays as the game ages (3-year half-life after a 1-year grace). That's how a game that launched rough can outgrow its old reception once updates win players over. Reviews under 2h playtime (the refund window), non-Steam activations, and free copies are downweighted.
| Component | Positive | Quality (0-100) | Weight (pseudo-reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Press reviews (OpenCritic) | – | 75 | 82 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 80% | 74 | 1000 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | 63 | 17 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 79% | 73 | 866 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Jul 18, 2024) · 300 reviews sampled · 866 total reviews in window · weighted 179.4 up / 47 down · computed 2h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (85)
Individual verdicts from outlets we track: scored reviews first, most trusted outlets first among them. The small badge is each outlet's trust score: how well its scoring history aligns with players.
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- 80
“A gloriously thoughtful and beautiful farming game that's packed to the brim with details and charm, Fae Farm is unfortunately let down by its lacklustre NPCs and social dynamics. But with the rest of the game being so enticing, we're almost willing to let it slide. A handful of bugs, a bit of a grind, and a sinfully boring husband can't quite take the shine off this wonderful, whimsical world that's full of things to do and discover.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Fae Farm simplifies farming to a point where you might not want to come back to the old ways of Animal Crossing and alike. It may be a different cup of tea altogether, but there’s just something satisfying in snappy and dynamic actions with zero wasted time. It may grow repetitive after a while and may not be awfully long, but surely is a refreshing title for the ever-growing genre of farming games.”
read full review ↗ - 40
“It is a game that tries to compete with the popular farming sims, but never quite does enough to stand on its own feet. While there are kernels of good ideas, they are marred by questionable design choices, with quests and goals that never feel satisfying.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“At its core, Fae Farm is a beautifully rendered farming simulator that, in my opinion, could compete with the best of its genre. It’s mechanically familiar to anyone that’s played Stardew Valley or Animal Crossing while having a unique enough art style and storyline that it can stand out against other titles. It balances its necessary elements, story and community building, against each other in a way that creates smooth gameplay, and it presents a cozy vibe perfect for the fall and winter months ahead. There are some elements of Fae Farm that may leave some craving a bit more of a challenge, as well as technical issues that do set it back, but it makes up for itself by being creative and fun. I don’t find myself terribly compelled to play Fae Farm constantly, but it is an undeniably enjoyable, adventurous, and approachable game that has brought together the farming simulator and story genres in one cozy package.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Fae Farm knows how to charm players with its fairy-tale atmosphere and soothing activities. Despite some limitations in its story and challenge, the game delivers hours of lighthearted fun, ideal for fans of cozy games who want to explore a magical world without pressure. If you’re looking for a calm and colorful experience, Fae Farm might be just what you need.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“A great family introduction to the sublime space of wholesome RPGs, Fae Farm successfully simplifies the cosy crop ‘n craft genre but accidentally dilutes the whole experience, resulting in an average adventure that struggles to stay engaging for solo players beyond the first few sessions. ”
read full review ↗ - 60
“Adding a magical twist to agriculture certainly helps Fae Farm stand out from competitors, but unfortunately so does the myriad of glitches. These may yet be fixed in future updates, just like the latest one mended some bugs. For some, the cute vibe makes up for the aforementioned issues. It is still essentially an extremely fun life-sim, with a considerable number of quests to fulfil while sporting wings (after a set story point) and quirky characters to befriend, providing dozens of hours of gameplay for those with the patience to forgive the sometimes poorly executed parts that sorely need polishing.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“It’s like Rune Factory meets Dreamlight Valley and I can look past the writing because of how clean and fun the actual gameplay is.”
read full review ↗ - 65
“Fae Farm is a breath of fresh air, which has been much needed in this space. Just don't expect an immersive multiplayer experience or you will be disappointed.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Fae Farm simply delivers. In essence, the game caters to fans of farm simulations, engaging narratives, and endearing romancible characters. Despite minor quality-of-life issues, the game's enchanting ambiance, newbie-friendly combat, and captivating world of Azoria make it a must-play adventure for any cozy gamer.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“An all right farming simulator with charming graphics, fairly rounded mechanics, and a unique and interesting magical angle, but too slow to the selling point.”
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Patch history
- Hotfix 3.2.0A available nowOct 22, 2024
- Fae Farm 3.1.1 - Patch NotesJul 26, 2024
- New update available: Fae Farm 3.1.0 is here!Jul 18, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- Fae Farm 3.0.1 - Patch NotesJun 26, 2024
- Fae Farm 2.2.1 - Patch NotesApr 11, 2024
- Fae Farm: the Spring Update is now available!Mar 21, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- Fae Farm 2.1.0 Patch Notes - January 22Jan 18, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- Fae Farm Update 2.1.0 Coming January 22Jan 17, 2024significant · resets scoring window
- 2.0.1 Patch NotesDec 15, 2023
- Discover the new Coasts of Croakia DLCDec 14, 2023significant · resets scoring window
- UPDATE: Fae Farm 2.0.0 Patch NotesDec 14, 2023
- UPDATE: Fae Farm 1.4.0 Patch NotesOct 17, 2023significant · resets scoring window
- UPDATE: Fae Farm 1.3.3 Patch NotesSep 21, 2023
- 1.3.2 PATCH NOTESSep 9, 2023