Farming Simulator 22

Giants Software

Rank: #2 / 9
Released: 2021
Studio: Giants Software
Genre: simulation video game

At a glance

Farming Simulator 22 is a simulation game from GIANTS Software about building and running a farm. Players work across agriculture, animal husbandry and forestry, with seasonal challenges including winter. Choose settings such as a vineyard or olive orchard in southern France, a crop farm in the US Midwest, or an animal farm in an Alpine landscape. The game includes more than 400 machines and tools from over 100 real agricultural brands. Farming operations can grow through production chains, while greenhouses, beehives and a character creator add options for developing a farm and its farmer. Ground work includes mulching and stone picking. Free community-created modifications, officially tested by GIANTS Software, can extend the game. Single-player and multiplayer are supported, including co-op, online co-op and cross-platform multiplayer, so players can run a farm together. Steam features include achievements, cloud saves, trading cards and Remote Play on TV. It is listed for Windows and macOS on Steam, and also for Xbox Series X and Series S.

Who it is for

It suits players who enjoy managing crops, animals, forestry and production, either solo or with friends. Players interested in customizing their farm with community-created modifications may also find it relevant.

What is good

More than 400 machines and tools are available.
Farm activities include agriculture, animal husbandry and forestry.
Supports online co-op and cross-platform multiplayer.
Free community-created modifications are available.

What to know first

Seasonal challenges include winter conditions.
Listed platforms are Windows, macOS and Xbox Series X|S.

Verdict

Farming Simulator 22 combines farm management with seasonal work, production chains and a broad selection of machines. Its multiplayer and community modifications offer ways to share and extend the farming experience.