The Farmer Was Replaced
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About The Farmer Was Replaced
The Farmer Was Replaced is a puzzle-strategy game where you program drones to automate farming tasks. Developed by Timon Herzog and released on October 10, 2025, it blends simulation with logic challenges. You’ll design code to collect resources, optimize efficiency, and upgrade technology. The game targets PC and Mac, offering a single-player experience focused on problem-solving. If you enjoy turning systems into efficient machines, this one fits. It’s less about farming and more about mastering automation through coding.
Gameplay
You spend most of your time dragging commands into a sequence to control a drone. Each level locks you into a grid where you must navigate the drone to gather crops, avoid obstacles, and deliver items. Early puzzles teach basic logic, but later ones force you to balance speed with resource limits. You unlock upgrades like faster drones or sensors to detect hidden items. Sessions usually last 15, 30 minutes per puzzle, but long-term progress hinges on revisiting old levels to optimize scores. Controls are keyboard/mouse-only, and the minimalist UI keeps focus on the logic grid.
What Players Think
PlayPile community ratings average 8.4/10, with 62% completing the core campaign. Most players finish in 9, 12 hours, though 18% log over 20. Community moods lean "satisfying" (45%) and "frustrating" (22%), reflecting its puzzle difficulty. Critics praise the "clever use of coding mechanics," while one review called it "a masterclass in efficiency." Achievements are sparse but rewarding, with 12 total, including "Zero Wasted Cycles" for perfect runs.
PlayPile's Take
This is a niche gem for logic fans. If you like optimizing systems or coding puzzles, it’s worth the $19.99 price. The lack of multiplayer or open-world exploration limits appeal, but the 12-hour average playtime feels fair for the price. Skip if you dislike rigid puzzle constraints.
Game Modes
Single player
IGDB Rating
82.0
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