Kynseed

Don't buy if you think you'll be able to play it with your controller. The game never detects controllers on start, even if you set it to be your default. Fiddling around with the settings in-game only SOMETIMES gets it working for me. The game starts you off in your childhood, after which you get a series of fetch quests as a form of a tutorial. The thing is, none of this matters. Dont even worry about not completing any missions or whatever as there are no consequences whatsoever and no NPCs ever call you out for ♥♥♥♥ unless you give them items they hate. You could get to your adulthood and the same NPCs would still be waiting around for you to deliver milk they asked for years ago. The mundaneness of your childhood days is only broken by an event that brings you to your adulthood. I will be honest, it caught me very much off guard and was very well done. It's a great plot hook I have never seen before nor expect to ever see in a farming sim game. However, my praises end there as the devs do not follow up with any form of consequence/effect in terms of how the world changes to react to this plot hook. To avoid spoilers, all I will say is that NPCs do not acknowledge the MASSIVE event that happened even though they should. They just repeat the same lines they've been saying to you since your childhood days. All the shock and awe I experienced from the plot hook itself was completely undone by how flat it felt after interacting with the NPCs. If you were to compare this game to stardew, you'd notice the lack of 'life' in NPCs. They don't have ♥♥♥♥ going on in their lives, they don't have things to say to you unless you give them stuff beforehand. The entire game feels like one big, hollowed out cake. The outside is beautiful (though the character sprites are very unappealing) but there's nothing of substance. The minigames are annoying as hell, especially if you're on controller. I got mods to immediately get rid of them and you should too if you're also stuck with this game. Edit : I have gone back into the game to get to the first date with an NPC. Dear lord is it horrendously bad. It's absolutely bland writing with no heart put into it at all. Literally sweet nothings. Here is how 'dating' goes in the game: - You give an NPC a rose to signify you're romantically interested in them. They will schedule a date for the next day. - You meet up the next day, the NPC tells you 'Lets go to [[Dating Spot]]'. For my date, it chose a location I had not yet discovered so I spent 3 in-game hours walking around with the NPC. All the while, he has this chat bubble pop up above his head going 'Let's go to [[Dating Spot]]' . Interacting with your date will have them repeat this exact same line. - When you make it to the Date Spot, your date will say something like 'Wow this is great you bring me to the highest highs I like you very much. Ok take me to your home and cook for me'. I am paraphrasing, but my date said this. One text box as some form of 'sweet talking', and then the immediate next text box asking you to do something else. - You bring your Date home. You can cook literally anything for them. I chose blueberry jam. - Your Date says something like 'Nothing like a home cooked meal to bond over'. 'Now where's my present?'. I am paraphrasing, but this is exactly how it happened. One line to acknowledge your action, and then immediately jumping into the next task. - You give your Date a present. If you've already gifted them something that day, your gift for this date gets you 0 additional friendship points. I gave my Date his favourite item. There was no line from him to indicate that gifting a liked item has any benefits. - Your Date says 'thanks for the date, I'd love to meet up again'. Then they leave. I feel like giving a negative review is not enough. -6/10 is my final rating. The writing is absolute generic slop, I'd not be surprised if it was AI generated. Edit for the dev's reply: I use an XBox 360 controller. I've scoured the internet for fixes, I've checked the discussions tab and there have been complaints about this exact issue from 2018. The last comment was from 2022 and it still has not been fixed.

买了好久 终于有中文了😂

This game really surprised me. It’s much more than I expected. It’s deeper, more complex, darker, and more cryptic and layered than I imagined Highly recommended

[h1] Quirky Legacy in Pixelated Quill [/h1] Kynseed whisks you into the enchanting land of Quill, a 2D sandbox RPG crafted by ex-Fable developers. Picture a world where your choices ripple through generations, blending cozy farming with mystical adventures. Every villager ages, every decision shapes your family’s legacy, and a magical seed ties it all together. It’s a charming cocktail of life sim, RPG, and fairy-tale whimsy. [h1] Tending the Kynseed’s Roots [/h1] In Kynseed, you begin as a young ward, whisked to a farm in Quill’s verdant vale, tasked with planting crops, raising animals, and managing daily chores. Activities like blacksmithing, fishing, and cooking unfold as engaging mini-games, each requiring precise timing or strategy to master. Combat pits you against folklore-inspired creatures in turn-based battles, where stamina dictates movement and attacks, and positioning can turn the tide. Villagers, with their own routines and secrets, respond to your actions—be it trading, pranks, or quests—shaping your reputation across the land. Running a shop, such as an apothecary or tavern, involves balancing supply and demand, with customer interactions affecting your standing. As years pass, you age, raise a family, and eventually step into your children’s shoes, passing down skills and possessions to continue the saga. [h1] Sprouts of Brilliance [/h1] Quill’s hand-drawn pixel art blooms with vibrant colors and animated details, like trees swaying in the breeze, creating a storybook aesthetic that captivates the eye. A rich tapestry of British folklore weaves through the narrative, with quirky characters and mystical creatures adding depth and charm to every corner. Mini-games for crafting, fishing, and combat offer satisfying variety, each feeling distinct yet woven seamlessly into daily life. Choices carry weight, as actions like stealing an apple or aiding a villager echo across generations, shaping relationships and your legacy. An enchanting soundtrack, paired with crisp sound effects, wraps you in Quill’s atmosphere, best enjoyed with headphones. Freedom to choose your path—farmer, adventurer, or shopkeeper—ensures every journey feels uniquely yours, rivaling the flexibility of Stardew Valley. [h1] Thorns in the Garden [/h1] Newcomers may find Quill’s vast systems daunting, with minimal hand-holding leaving you to untangle its web of mechanics alone. Bugs, though minor, occasionally disrupt gameplay, like crashes or clunky interactions that break the flow. Relationship-building lacks emotional depth, with villager interactions feeling mechanical despite their detailed personalities. Combat, while engaging, can grow repetitive, as enemy variety and battle complexity don’t always match the game’s ambition. Progression sometimes feels sluggish, with long waits for rewards or story advancements testing patience. Compared to Harvest Moon’s streamlined farming, Kynseed’s economy and resource management can feel needlessly intricate, demanding meticulous planning. [h1] A Whimsical, Winding Legacy [/h1] Kynseed plants you in a vibrant world where farming, adventuring, and family ties intertwine with folklore and humor, offering a fresh spin on the life sim genre. Its depth and charm shine brightest for those who savor unhurried exploration, though its complexity might overwhelm the uninitiated. Quirky characters and meaningful choices keep you tethered to Quill, even when bugs or slow pacing prick at your patience. Like Fable, it balances whimsy with darker undertones, crafting a journey that lingers long after you’ve passed the torch. [h1] Grade[/h1] 7.8/10 - Kynseed earns this score for its captivating blend of cozy life sim and RPG depth, though minor bugs and a steep learning curve keep it just shy of perfection.

what the ♥♥♥♥... im so lost. too much happening at once and some of the mechanics don't even work as intended (that or i forgot how to use them between the two times i played this game, and there is no intuitive way to figure them out). i don't find any of the humor actually funny

This game can feel overwhelming at first, there is so many things to do and the map is HUGE! After you get the hang of things though the game is SO MUCH FUN! Like seriously addicting. Don't start it on a day where you have things to get done. :) I love the open inventory, art style, and overall story lines. Cooking, action, romance, farming, pets, magic, this game truly has it all and is so well thought out. You can tell how much love and time the developers put into it. I have to say this game is on my top three list of RPG I've played the last few years, if not ever! Love the new build update too. So much customization. Love it, can't rave enough about it!

非常喜欢，内容丰富可玩性强，烹饪环节出乎预料做的比很多游戏都要好，综合来说我觉得是除了星露谷外第二好玩的像素种田经营游戏，考虑到价格更是非常划算，整体很好评