Farming Simulator 22 Reviews
With its many improvements and some important additions, Farming Simulator 22 is the best in the franchise thus far.
Easily the best entry in the long-running series to date, though Farming Simulator 22 might not have a picture perfect PS5 debut, it does augment the series already robust strategic and micro-management fundamentals with a number of new additions and features that make it an erstwhile choice for series veterans. Though newcomers will likely struggle with the tutorial and learning curve, Farming Simulator 22 soon becomes an engaging time sink that not only taxes the brain duly, but helps to provide a modicum of insight into the sheer amount of hard graft that goes into one of the most challenging occupations in the world.
With the so called Premium Edition of Farming Simulator 22 players gain the complete package with any DLC that has been released since the launch of the main game in November 2021. There is a lot of stuff in it you can easily expand with quiet a lot mods even on consoles. But the weak points stay the same especially concerning the partly bad player guidance or the poor physics engine. A good farming simulation, but still not a perfect one.
Review in German | Read full review
Farming Simulator 22 is the new pinnacle of farming simulation. Seasons and Production Chains are a breath of fresh air away from the repetitive cycle of preparing, planting, harvesting and selling that featured in previous games, while the new activities means farming has never been more diverse. There's so many new things to do and thanks to crossplay improvements, you can enjoy multiplayer with more friends too.
Farming Simulator 22 seeks to diversify the series with a wealth of critical new gameplay features. It isn't perfect, and there's still some more that can be added, but this is certainly a step in the right direction for the series.
Farming Simulator 22 represents the most complete embodiment of the spirit of the series signed by Giants Software. An uncompromising simulation experience, which makes its relaxed rhythms and the vast range of contents its proud distinctive element.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Farming Simulator 22 re-proposes the formula that made the Giants Software series famous, with all its strengths and weaknesses. The new features (new crops, cross-platform multiplayer, new build mode, seasonal cycles) are interesting, but the frequent graphical glitches should be addressed.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Players of earlier Farming Simulator games will notice and appreciate a lot changes and improvements in the new release. Everything looks a lot better, there are new crops, and the new production chain mechanic and changing seasons really mix things up. New players may be flummoxed by the tutorial, as well as the deep, open-ended gameplay. Farming Simulator 22 has some rough patches, but there’s a lot of fun to harvest as well.
There still isn't any game on the market quite like Farming Simulator, but the series is overdue for a gameplay makeover.
Farming Simulator 22 is a deep dive into the farming experience, giving players a lot of ways to make money if they're willing to put in the time.
Farming Simulator 22 is the best installment of the series, but it’s not perfect. Some issues could have been easily avoided, while others are clearly the results of choices. But we can be sure that mods will fix many things soon. Then the veterans of the series will love it!
Review in Polish | Read full review
Farming Simulator 22 is a big step forward compared to its predecessor, but it still suffers from the syndrome of being a regular "simulator". Running a farm is completely addictive, but the world around us is just outrageously poor.
Review in Polish | Read full review
Farming Simulator 22 has improved over previous installments. From small things like driving, which is still not perfect, to physics that have to do with weight, terrain, and the type of machinery. There is also, of course, the new gameplay mechanics that enrich the experience by making it deeper. Their problems are in how difficult it can be for a new player to understand what to do in the game, as well as how unretributive the game will be with your effort, they are things that can discourage players and make them simply stop playing.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Farming Simulator 22 shines the most when it is enjoyed with friends and expanded via mods. Giants Software has made this process easy by implementing add-ons directly into the game, allowing everyone regardless of platform to extend and prolong their farming enjoyment. If you're able to find a way to make a profit, or at least enjoy the struggle to get there, then Farming Simulator 22 should easily find a spot at the top of your game library.
Farming Simulator 22 massively expands upon the management aspect of past games, giving greater importance to your crops once you've harvested them. Building supply chains is immensely rewarding, even if it can take what feels like an eternity to get your business up and running the way you want to. Interesting new crops, like grapes and olives, add gameplay variety to the tried and tested loop, while an abundance of licensed machinery gives you a wealth of vehicles and tools to work with. It's the best entry in Giants Software's series yet, but like a popular British yeast extract, you'll either love it or hate it.
If you've been chomping at the proverbial bit, in preparation for Farming Simulator 22, most likely you are going to be extremely pleased with this outing. It takes the more surface-level mechanics found in prior installments and then builds upon them immensely. While it certainly has its fair share of issues such as terrible AIs and tutorials, which hopefully can be improved through post-release patches, this new level of depth helps drive the franchise well into the PlayStation 5 era. Using this year as a foundation, I can't wait to see where the series goes in the future.
So at the end of the day, it's hard to call Farming Simulator 22 a perfect game. It could be, and I'm pretty sure the mods will once again improve this great franchise in a way that Giants Software should study closely and keep in mind before the next version is launched. Yes, it's just a matter of time until modders end up delivering this must-have polishing, but of course, this isn't the right way to go for such a popular franchise.
Farming Simulator 22 continues to offer fans one of the most complete and realistic farm simulators to be found on the market. Although not many new features have been added, the few introduced and the new variety of environments are appreciated. On the contrary, it is a very unfriendly game for the novice player and the questionable decisions regarding the tutorials are difficult to ignore.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
A really remarkable title that offers a fun and at the same time a relaxing experience.
Review in Greek | Read full review
Farming Simulator 22 has taken a few steps forward and a few steps back. The amount of content can't make up for the lack of dynamic terrain and poor AI. But the production chains are a nice and sophisticated novelty. Those who like farming and these simulators will still enjoy the game. Moreover, the handy community will gradually create interesting modifications, including more elaborate maps.
Review in Czech | Read full review