Medieval Farming Meets Fantasy Combat in New Life Sim

Mirthwood, a new life sim RPG inspired by Stardew Valley, offers gamers the chance to experience medieval farming life. With a blend of farming, exploration, and combat elements in a fantasy world, Mirthwood provides a unique twist on the traditional farming sim genre, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a fresh take on games like Stardew Valley.

In recent years, the farming sim genre has seen a surge in popularity. While Harvest Moon was once the go-to game in the genre, Stardew Valley's 2016 release breathed new life into it, leading to a plethora of similar titles like Farm Together, Littlewood, and My Time at Portia. Along with classic farming sims, there are also those that add an unexpected twist to the formula, such as Grave Seasons, which introduces a serial killer to the village, creating a unique and thrilling experience akin to Stardew Valley.

Mirthwood offers gamers the opportunity to experience the joys of farming in a medieval fantasy setting. As a refugee from a war-torn land, the player will take on the role of a colonist in a new region, where they will be responsible for managing their farm, taking care of their animals, and harvesting crops, much like other farming sim games. However, Mirthwood is not just about farming — the game also features exploration and combat. Players can venture into six distinct regions, uncovering secrets and discovering new towns. Combat is in real-time, and players can level up their character, much like a traditional RPG.

The game's developer intends to create an organic storyline as part of a living world, with dynamic events occurring as players explore. This design philosophy also extends to the social system of Mirthwood, where players can interact with NPCs using a system similar to the conversations found in The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion or Fable. Mirthwood is expected to be released in 2024 and will be available exclusively on Steam, so fans of Stardew Valley may need to exercise patience.

Unfortunately, not all games similar to Stardew Valley have successful releases. A prime example of a game that faced issues after launch is Roots of Pacha, which was recently removed from Steam. The game's developer cited a disagreement with a second party over assets used in the game as the reason for its removal. It's important to note that Mirthwood, unlike Roots of Pacha, is currently in development for PC.