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July 22, 2026

The best farm sims and games like Stardew Valley

Curated by Lauren Morton, the exploration of games reminiscent of Stardew Valley highlights several titles. Fields of Mistria, after two years in early access, is set to launch with exceptional character dialogue and storytelling, featuring a '90s anime aesthetic and quality-of-life enhancements. Roots of Pacha offers a stone-age setting with unique features like a musical minigame for taming animals and a tech tree for community innovation, fostering cooperative gameplay. Kynseed blends elements from Fable, Stardew Valley, and Crusader Kings, featuring a dark fairy tale-inspired world and generational gameplay, with ongoing updates enhancing character development and customization. The future of farm simulation games looks promising, with a lineup of upcoming titles inviting players to engage in new experiences.

AppWizard

July 7, 2026

How to go on dates in Moonlight Peaks and start your road to romance

In Moonlight Peaks, to go on a date, you must achieve a four-heart friendship level with a townie, then select "Invite" and "Ask on date" during a conversation. After going to bed, the date will occur the following evening at 6 PM. Engaging in mini activities during the date is necessary for success, and regardless of the outcome, your relationship status will change to "dating." You can date multiple individuals, but the most recent invite will determine who picks you up for the date. Once dating, rewards include friendship points, affectionate gestures, and potential gifts from dates.

AppWizard

July 7, 2026

My first 40 days in Moonlight Peaks started off with juicy feuds, but its anemic character writing is starting to show through

A new farm simulation game, Moonlight Peaks, has been released, featuring gameplay elements such as cultivating crops, foraging, tending to animals, forging friendships, crafting, mining, and fishing. The game introduces four feuding families of supernatural beings, adding drama to the narrative. Initial impressions suggest that while the characters provide entertainment, the game struggles with tone consistency, particularly with the portrayal of Orlock, a comedic vampire patriarch, and the serious dynamics involving his daughter, Mina. Moonlight Peaks faces competition from the upcoming game Fields of Mistria, and the reviewer is currently unconvinced of its value in the market.

AppWizard

June 25, 2026

The best farm sim since Stardew Valley is on sale right before its 1.0 launch

Fields of Mistria is a farm simulation game currently available at a 20% discount during the Steam Summer Sale, priced at .19. The game has been in Early Access for two years and is set for its official launch on August 5. It features a vibrant world and charming characters, with a marriage feature to be unlocked in the upcoming update. The price will remain stable after the launch.