Farmville 2 vs Stardew Valley
Farmville 2
Farmville 2 is the much-improved and nicely-revamped sequel to the incredibly-famous (or infamous, depending on whether you are a fan of endless Farmville requests) farm simulation game, Farmville. Featuring a different and more polished look, the game hit it right off the bat by offering its players the same addictiveness of virtual farming but it now has some restrictions in place so you can't just cover every piece of land you own with farm plots. The crops, trees and animals you can buy in this game is a lot more down-to-earth too.Farmville 2 is perhaps the largest social farming game on Facebook, and not to mention, the Farmville series is the forerunner of most of the farming games on the internet. So, if you’re looking for a game that is relaxing to play, Farmville 2 is the game you’ll want!
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.