Item: Evelyn's Farm
Rating: 79
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

79/100

Evelyn's Farm is a cozy, narrative-driven farming sim that focuses more on the story of the characters than the typical endless grind of resources. It follows Evelyn as she inherits her grandmother's farm, but the 'mystery' of the town's past is what really drives the player forward. The art style is soft and inviting, perfectly matching the low-stress gameplay.

The farming mechanics are standard—plant, water, harvest—but the way they are tied into fulfilling the needs of the quirky townsfolk makes the loop feel more personal. It’s a game about community and restoration. While it might not offer the complexity of a 'Stardew Valley,' its focused story and heartwarming interactions make it a perfect 'wind-down' game for anyone looking for a digital escape into the countryside.

Dinsun reviewed on: Thu Feb 26 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

1490259856

$2.99 13+★4.6 106 reviews

Author : James Senter

Pubish Date : Thu Jan 02 2020

Last Update Date : Wed Feb 05 2020

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 1.1.2Wed Feb 05 2020

Bug fixes
To save money for college, you and your friends Ivan and Lucy have agreed to help an old lady, Evelyn, with the harvest. What could possibly go wrong?
Evelyn's Farm is a mysterious new adventure from the creator of Nano Empire, Friends of the Prince, and A Few Minutes of Glory.
Features:
-A nonlinear story with many possible endings
-Incremental resource management as in Nano Empire
-Gradually explore a vast world
-Idle gameplay: make progress even while you are away
-Fully accessible with VoiceOver
-Pay once to own the entire game, forever
-Partly inspired by a recent show set in Indiana...
Requires iOS 10.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
To save money for college, you and your friends Ivan and Lucy have agreed to help an old lady, Evelyn, with the harvest. What could possibly go wrong?
Evelyn's Farm is a mysterious new adventure from the creator of Nano Empire, Friends of the Prince, and A Few Minutes of Glory.
Features:
-A nonlinear story with many possible endings
-Incremental resource management as in Nano Empire
-Gradually explore a vast world
-Idle gameplay: make progress even while you are away
-Fully accessible with VoiceOver
-Pay once to own the entire game, forever
-Partly inspired by a recent show set in Indiana...

Ratings & Reviews

4.6 out of 5 with 106 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 13+

Evelyn's Farm is a relaxing simulation game that blends farming mechanics with a deep, character-focused story. After moving back to her childhood home, Evelyn must restore the run-down farm to its former glory. Players can grow various crops, raise animals, and customize their farmhouse. Along the way, you'll engage with a diverse cast of neighbors, each with their own secrets and quests to fulfill, rebuilding not just the farm, but the community itself.

Features

Heartwarming, narrative-driven campaign

Deep farm and home customization

Charming hand-drawn art style

Relaxing, low-pressure gameplay

Tips

Managing Your Energy

In the early game, don't clear the whole field at once. Focus on planting a small patch of high-value berries. Use your remaining energy to talk to neighbors, as their gifts often include snacks that replenish your stamina.

News on this game

Best new mobile games on iOS and Android - February 2020 round-up

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Metro.co.uk - Mon Sep 28 2020

‘Evelyn’s Farm’ is a New Text-Based Incremental Adventure Game from the Maker of ‘Nano Empire’ that’s Looking for Beta Testers

We are big fans of developer James Senter around these parts. For the past several years James has been developing largely text-based games...

TouchArcade - Fri Aug 28 2020

Gameplays

Seasonal Planting

Keep track of the calendar. Some crops take longer to grow than others; if a season ends before you harvest, the crops will wither. Always switch to fast-growing 'end-of-season' plants in the final three days.

Q&A

The game features several character-driven plotlines, including the ability to build close relationships and even pursue romance with certain townsfolk.