Stardew Valley Review

March 1, 2016

Making farming great again.

There have been dozens of agriculture simulation RPGs released over the years. I've played my fair share of them, beginning with Harvest Moon: Back to Nature which captivated me for weeks. Falling in love with one of these titles is as perplexing as it is elusive; it's difficult to describe why it's so much fun growing…

Balanced progression
Beautifully composed soundtrack
Strong writing and dialog
Wealth of rewards and secrets
Combat diversifies experience
Great environmental variety through four seasons
Frequent updates from developer
Character portraits leave a lot to imagination
Many important decisions are final
Short tutorial isn't enough to welcome most players
Some important mechanics have been overlooked

Although Jonathan Leack began covering the gaming industry in 2009, his earliest roots date back to 2004 when he wrote his first of many reviews to come. Equipped with a B.S. in Computer Information Systems and several information technology certifications, he provides a unique perspective that is technological and business conscious. Having acquired the role of Executive Editor in 2016, his mission is to make GameRevolution a gaming site that thoughtfully considers the consumer perspective, and has a knowledgeable presence of PC gaming, console, hardware, and eSports coverage.

Upcoming Releases

ATLAS

Balanced progression Beautifully composed soundtrack Strong writing and dialog Wealth of rewards and secrets Combat diversifies experience Great environmental variety through four seasons Frequent updates from developer Character portraits leave a lot to imagination Many important decisions are final Short tutorial isn't enough to welcome most players Some important mechanics have been overlooked

2030