Platforms
- PCJul 13, 20227.1playscore7.17 Critics6.61.19K Players
- Nintendo SwitchMar 22, 20227.8playscore7.044 Critics9.21.33K Players
51 critic reviews · 3 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- Rune Factory 5 on PC is leagues better than its console counterpart. There are a decent amount of graphics options and full keyboard and mouse support so you can farm, fight, and fall for characters at a far more stable frame rate.
David Flynn · Jul 20, 2022 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Rune Factory 5 isn’t one of the best titles in the series, but did enjoy it overall. It’s disconcertingly ugly and crashes on me far more than I’d prefer, but it’s a fully 3D Rune Factory game that’s easy to dump hour after hour into — even if the endgame can’t compare to the one in the previous title. This is an infinitely better version of the game, and there’s still a lot to love despite the blemishes. Here’s to hoping the friggin’ thing crashes less often in the next couple of weeks.
Andrew Farrell · Jul 11, 2022 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Rune Factory 5's combination of features from simulation games and action role-playing games works as well as it did in previous entries in the series, but the lack of innovation, underwhelming exploration mechanics and a certain disconnect between the urgency of the main quest and living a calm farm life do damage the experience a little. The endearing cast and improved action combat, however, make for an enjoyable experience, so those who venture into Rigbarth without expecting to find a revolutionary title will find plenty to like in the game.
Francesco De Meo · Jul 11, 2022 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Most of Rune Factory 5 is fine. There are minor issues with everything from the story to the graphics to the gameplay, but only a few of these issues will negatively impact the experience in a meaningful way. The bigger problem is simply that so little about Rune Factory 5 stands out. So many of the minor issues present here could have been overlooked if the core experience was exceptional and really moved the series forward, but instead, the development team spent nine years making a new Rune Factory, only to put out a game that feels like a minor step forward at best and in some ways feels like a step back.
Andrew Thornton · Jul 11, 2022 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Rune Factory 5 definitely benefits from being on PC. The Switch version had plenty of issues, most of which are ironed out by jumping to a more robust platform. So, if you were holding out because of poor performance, now’s the time to pull the trigger.
Jason Faulkner · Jul 11, 2022 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Rune Factory 5 offers bouts of fun, but unfortunately, it ultimately feels like an outdated experience no matter which platform you play it on. Still, the unforgettable characters keep you invested, but the sluggish combat and empty world keep gameplay largely uninteresting. Performance is far better than the Switch release, so players can look forward to that.
Angelus Victor · Jul 11, 2022 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Rune Factory 5 is a solid choice. In terms of gameplay, it's an excellent choice for individuals who want to unwind in peaceful, cheerful, and vivid surroundings and those who like being swept up in a deluge of content.
SnowWhite · Apr 11, 2022 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Rune Factory 5 is rough around the edges, but I still loved my time with it. Something about how all the parts work together keeps pulling me to it. Even after completing the main story, I’m still playing, as I have recipes I haven’t unlocked, a romantic journey I’m embarking on, and many upgrades I can still do to the town. It has its flaws, but Rune Factory 5’s enchanting loop of constant progression and discovery helps mitigate a lot of these annoyances, so they don’t sting so much.
Kimberley Wallace · Apr 01, 2022 Reviewed on Switch - Though far from perfect, Rune Factory 5 offers a ton of fun and varied gameplay options supported by a cast of colorful characters and satisfying progression that’s deceptively easy to get lost in.
Thorne Stone · Mar 23, 2022 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Still, at its core, Rune Factory 5 excels at the everyday tasks it asks characters to complete. From farming to fighting, everything is much the same here as it was in previous games. This time, though, Rune Factory's stale mechanics are easier to notice thanks to its flimsy visuals. Fans new and old will be left wondering where the series' allure snuck off to.
Megan Peters · Mar 23, 2022 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review
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About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
Set off on a grand adventure in a fantasy world with the latest entry in the Rune Factory simulation RPG series. After losing their memory, the hero lands in a small town blessed by nature. There, they are recruited into a band of peacekeeping rangers, and their new life begins. In addition to their normal duties, the hero can farm the land, cast a line into the nearby river, and so much more! Team up with townsfolk to battle monsters and unleash powerful combination attacks—just one of the features new to the series. The stage is set, and the curtain rises on an exciting new adventure in Rune Factory 5!
Developer: Hakama