Homescapes vs Stardew Valley
Homescapes
Homescapes is a rather interesting hybrid game that combines the casual enjoyment of a match-3 puzzle game with the fun of having a mansion filled with rooms for you to decorate. There are tons of rooms to discover and you'll even get to watch the characters move around the place and interacting with one another via the in-game social network. Of course, being part of the popular "-scapes" series, the game also offers players an intriguing storyline to follow where you will be helping Austin the butler bring the old family mansion back to its previous glory. Homescapes is also quite a social game where you can ask your Facebook friends for help to speed up processes.So, if you have enjoyed the simulation aspects of games like Farmscapes and Gardenscapes, you'll definitely love playing Homescapes. Come and create your dream home today!
Stardew Valley
Stardew Valley is an indie farm simulation/RPG that had surprisingly become popular mainly because of the beautiful pixel art, its heartwarming storyline and of its fun yet relaxing gameplay. In this game, you've inherited your grandfather's old farm in Stardew Valley, a place that was previously vibrant with life is gradually being worn-down since Joja corporation brought its Joja Mart chain to town. However, you saw the potential that this Valley has and are determined to restore it to what it could be - greatness... or you could just sell out and supply the Joja corporation with your produce... it's completely your call!Like most farm simulation games, you'll need to plant, grow and harvest a wide variety of crops as well as raise a plethora of farm animals. There are plenty of useful machines that you can restore and use to hasten your day-to-day, farm life routine. Interestingly though, being an RPG, you'll also get to mine for minerals, fight enemies, fish for... well, fishes and go foraging in the wild. These skills can be leveled up with use and as you progress, you can even unlock new recipes, places to explore and even pick up a profession or two. The best part though is that the game has some of the most interesting characters in a farm sim, some of whom you can eventually date and marry. You can also decorate your virtual home and customize the appearance of your avatar.
Stardew Valley reminds many of the game, Harvest Moon, and they aren't wrong. The game seems to build on the best parts of the latter and add in acouple of its own unique twists too. This is the sort of game that gamers, regardless of which type you are, will be able to enjoy.