In the sleepy border town of Rigbarth, mysterious events are unfolding, affecting the runes that govern the balance between humanity and nature, More than enough content, Expansive map to sink teeth into, Art style is charming and cute
Input delay really dampens combat, Graphics make the map look bland, Doesn't really move smoothly on Switch, Nothing stands out or feels different to RF4 from 2012, This game was reviewed on Nintendo Switch
Yes. Rune Factory 5 should appeal to longtime fans or those who like games that overlap between a couple of categories, including farming sims, dating sims, and JRPGs. I can't see it having much mainstream appeal, though, due to the barriers it puts up fo...
Published: 2022-07-11, Author: Eric , review by: Gamingnexus.com
Abstract: When Rune Factory 5 landed on Nintendo Switch a few months back, our reviewer Elliot Hilderbrand was excited to take a look at it for review. And though he enjoyed many of the game's mechanics, he ultimately gave the Switch version of Rune Factory 5 a sco...
Beautiful art style, Satisfying gameplay loop, Involved story and pleasant characters, Same-sex marriage for the first time in the series
Significant lag, Somewhat dated graphics
(Image credit: Future)If you’re reading this review, there’s a decent chance that you’ve played Stardew Valley, the perennially popular farming/life sim game that’s sold more than 15 million copies. It’s easy to recommend Rune Factory 5 to anyone who’s pl...
Abstract: If you are familiar with the Rune Factory series, all of the core concepts are here. You wake up with amnesia near the small hamlet of Rigbarth and begin to help the townspeople. Odds and ends things at first; deliver this, plant that, rescue a half wolf/...
Published: 2022-03-22, Author: Ben , review by: gamerbraves.com
Despite the graphics and performance issues, I still had immense enjoyment from playing Rune Factory 5. It's fun, it's charming and it's addictive. While it's not perfect by any means, this is a worthy entry in the franchise and is well worth the decade-l...
Published: 2022-03-22, Author: CJ , review by: destructoid.com
Abstract: Last month, I posted a preview of Rune Factory 5 detailing its first two hours and the opening dungeon. Mostly, I complained about how that just isn't enough time to really get a feel for how a game of this nature is going to be. This is a franchise where...
Published: 2022-03-22, Author: A , review by: gamingtrend.com
All datable characters are romanceable regardless of avatar choice, Beautiful animations cutscenes and opening sequence, Several different personality types to romance, Delivers everything you expect from a Rune Factory game
Mechanics feel dated and would benefit from quality of life updates, Controls feel loose, especially when placing items, Could use more polish, especially with 3D cut scenes
Rune Factory 5 delivers everything you would expect from a Rune Factory game, though it does so without adding anything new. It moves from a rather rough start into an enjoyable experience which combines quirky characters, a story wrapped in a bit of myst...
