I mentioned in my first entry that own ten Harvest Moons. There are two main problems with almost every one of these games. After the jump, Hero of Leaf Valley dodges one of them

So I’m humming along on my little farm. I’ve procured three chickens and three cows, so I have eggs and milk earning money in addition to my crops. I’m finally able to hit the mines on my own, and a … Continue reading →

Hero of Leaf Valley takes an interesting approach to tutorials, and I’m of two minds about it. For farming and fishing, the controls are explained to you and you’re cut loose to try them out on your farm. But for … Continue reading →

Social interactions are as big a part of Harvest Moon games as taking care of your farm. Already in Leaf Valley, I’ve made friends who’ve taught me how to care for chickens and cows, mine, cut lumber, and fish — … Continue reading →

Harvest Moon games are curious things. For starters, our primary objective is farming. Doesn’t exactly scream “adventure!”. The games are by and large cutesy, completionism is impossible without a strategy guide, and they can be monotonous. I own no fewer … Continue reading →