Coinciding with the start of the dark season, a new farming game will be released at the beginning of October on Steam, perfect for relaxing on rainy days. However, this new game brings a twist that also fits perfectly into the Spooky Season
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What kind of game is it? Harvest Island is a farming game by indie developer Yobob and is being released on October 10, 2023, on Steam.
With an interesting concept, Harvest Island stands out from the vast selection of farming simulators. Because here, you can expect a creepy twist. As the developer promises, it is by no means a copy of the popular title Stardew Valley, but a farming game that largely focuses on its story.
The various farming mechanics therefore take a more supportive role, as the focus in Harvest Island is on exploration.
We have embedded the release trailer here for you:
What can you expect in Harvest Island? The game follows the story of two siblings living with their father on a remote island, where they carry out their farming tasks and sacrifice their harvests to the gods.
In addition to managing their daily tasks, the two siblings explore the island and leave their safe farm. But outside their farm, mysteries and secrets await them.
The game promises you classic features of a farming simulator:
- Collect various items that you find on the island
- Catch various fish and sea creatures
- Craft tools that will help you with exploration
- Grow crops and harvest them
- Take care of goats, sheep, and cows
If you are looking for more thrills, leave your farm and set out to explore the island:
- Offer to the gods to receive mercy
- Explore the island even at night to find new areas
- Become friends with wild animals
- The island constantly changes and reveals new paths
What does the trailer show? Harvest Island promises you a creepy experience as you set out to explore the island. The trailer shows you dark paths, bloody writings, dilapidated ruins, abandoned places, and mutilated animals.
Although the trailer initially resembles Stardew Valley with its charming pixel graphics, it visibly stands out with these images. The horror aspect is particularly evident here and could be a convincing point for anyone not wanting just another traditional farming experience.
The entire horror aspect is emphasized by the recurring text I want to get away from Harvest Island
, indicating that one is trying to escape the mysterious island.
What do you think of this concept? Could Harvest Island score with its twist, or would you prefer another relaxed farming game? Feel free to discuss.
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