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Everafter Falls: A Charming Sci-Fi Farming Sim on Steam

Everafter Falls, a new farming simulator on Steam, is garnering significant praise, boasting a "Very Positive" rating. Since Stardew Valley's 2016 success, the farming sim genre has boomed, with Everafter Falls distinguishing itself by blending classic elements with innovative twists.

Developed by SquareHusky and published by Akupara Games, Everafter Falls seamlessly integrates traditional farming activities—tilling, fishing, foraging—with RPG elements like combat and dungeon exploration. The player awakens to discover their past life was a simulation, embarking on a quest to uncover reality, reconnecting with a pet and long-lost friends while building their farm. The game cleverly balances the cozy farming sim experience with unexpected sci-fi elements for a refreshing gameplay loop.

Everafter Falls: A Cute Stardew Valley-esque Game with a Sci-Fi Twist

Beyond its intriguing narrative, Everafter Falls shines with its mechanics. Drones and magical animals significantly enhance gameplay. Automation features, like drone-assisted watering and combat, streamline tasks, while a teleporting cat boosts efficiency. The unique card-eating leveling system adds another layer of engaging progression. Further enhancements, including quality-of-life improvements, a simplified fishing mini-game, and balancing adjustments, are promised by the developer.

2024 has been a strong year for farming sims. Another highly anticipated title, Mirthwood (targeting a Q3 2024 release), blends Stardew Valley's charm with fantasy elements. Already boasting over 100,000 Steam wishlists, Mirthwood promises a darker tone than many farming sims, emphasizing farming alongside exploration and combat.