Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town

 Switch
Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 60 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 60
  2. Mixed: 31 out of 60
  3. Negative: 2 out of 60
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  1. Impulsegamer
    Mar 22, 2021
    40
    If you’re a farm-sim aficionado, there’s more titles than ever in the genre, but that doesn’t work in favour for the latest Story of Seasons entry. Compared to its competition, it lacks personality and, most importantly, heart. That’s not to say it’s a lost cause, and with a little finnese and love, Story Of Seasons could easily return as the darling of agricultural simulators, but right now, it’s nowhere near the cream of the crop.
  2. GameSkinny
    Mar 23, 2021
    30
    Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town is a surprisingly dull and lifeless farm-sim that's a shadow of its storied self. We’re left with caricatures and a game that shows only the slightest hint of recognizing what makes a fun gameplay loop.
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  1. 3DJuegos
    Mar 23, 2021
    Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town is one of the best farming simulator games for Nintendo Switch. It's a good choice and deeper than expected. [Recommended]

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User Score
7.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 95 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 60 out of 95
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 95
  3. Negative: 21 out of 95
  1. Midnight2shayla
    Mar 25, 2021
    10
    The negative reviews seem obnoxious; hence my rating being a 10. I could see giving it a 4-8 due to the fact that it needs post-releaseThe negative reviews seem obnoxious; hence my rating being a 10. I could see giving it a 4-8 due to the fact that it needs post-release patching (and how you feel about that), but lower than that does nothing to tell of how much work went into this game. Does it need love? Yes, absolutely. They already said they are going to patch it - they’re even adding dialogue. The game, as it stands, is still adorable, though. The graphics are fantastic, the gameplay is cute, and the characters are like-able enough. I personally love the crafting and collecting additions, and I’m glad they’re experimenting. I do really miss the 2D portraits, and believe the issues connecting with the characters would be fixed if they re-implemented them. It’s a farming game, there has always been grinding. They have two modes so that you can decide how much you want to grind, but it’s still something you should expect. I’ve been finding it easy enough (and actually relaxing) clearing stuff out. Only real complaint is makers, they need to have variable output.

    Overall, I pre-ordered the premium and have already bought the season pass, no regrets. This game is good and, I believe, going to be fantastic by the time they’re done with patches/dlc.    … Full Review »
  2. herpes01
    Mar 25, 2021
    9
    I really don’t understand all the negative reviews I’ve played both of the farming games out this month harvest moon one world and story ofI really don’t understand all the negative reviews I’ve played both of the farming games out this month harvest moon one world and story of seasons but seasons is by far superior it’s just a fun farming/ life sim so if you have ever played and enjoyed a story of seasons or stardew valley or the older harvest moon games or are interested in trying a game like this just give pioneers of olive town a try you won’t be able to put it down it’s just that addictive.… Full Review »
  3. uncharted4
    Mar 24, 2021
    9
    this game is pretty good. i noticed few bugs here and there.. gameplay is solid.. characters are interesting and craft things is pretty cool
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