Cozy With Consequences: New Farming Sim Lets You Experience Mortality, Taxation, And Neighborly Banter

Echoes of the Plum Grove is a charming farm simulator – bit it puts a unique spin on the genre.

Plum grove
Cute, but dark. | © Freedom Games

Set on the picturesque island of Honeywood, you find yourself as the proud owner of a quaint plot of land, ripe for cultivation and adventure. But don't be fooled by its adorable, Paper Mario-like appearance—this game is more than just planting crops and caring for animals.

Create Your Story In A Harsh World

In Echoes of the Plum Grove, every decision you make will have consequences. While the game shares some similarities with beloved titles like Stardew Valley, its distinct blend of cozy simulation and impactful choices sets it apart.Sure, you'll still be tending to your farm and forming relationships (good or bad) with the colorful villagers of Honeywood. But beneath the surface lies a challenging survival system that adds depth to the experience. Food spoils, tools degrade, and the looming threat of winter forces you to plan ahead and adapt to the harsh realities of rural life.

But what truly sets Echoes of the Plum Grove apart is its embrace of the darker side of human nature. In addition to the standard farming activities, you have the option to indulge your mischievous tendencies, with choices that will have far-reaching consequences. From insulting villagers to poisoning your neighbours, every action shapes the overall course of your gameplay experience.

Whether you choose to cultivate a thriving community or embrace a more sinister path, Echoes of the Plum Grove offers a rich and immersive gameplay experience unlike any other game of the genre.

Echoes of the Plum Grove is now available on Steam.

Johanna Goebel

Johanna is studying Online-Journalism in Cologne and has been travelling the gaming world since she was a toddler. Her heart beats for open-worlds, action or fantasy RPGs and third-person shooters with great storylines and (un)charming characters.

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